Precision Metrology Services in the UK

Accurate results you can trust, from traceable measurement to detailed 3D CAD models.

ISO 9001 certified • Rolls-Royce approved • UKAS-calibrated CMMs

Rolls Royce Approved

Certified supplier

ISO 9001:2015

Quality assured

UKAS Calibrated

Traceable CMM accuracy

Next Day Service

When you need it fast

30+ Years Experience

Since 1995

Black REVO-2 CMM Probe head measuring bright orange engine block for CMM inspection
A small detailed component being inspected using non-contact inspection services (3D Scanning).

About AB Technology (Newark) Ltd.

Since 1995, AB Technology has helped customers solve dimensional measurement and reverse engineering challenges. Today, our specialist engineering team works across CMM inspection and programming, 3D scanning and reverse engineering, selecting the approach that best suits what each project needs to achieve.

As a small specialist company, the engineers who assess your requirement remain closely involved in the work itself. This gives you direct technical communication, continuity throughout the project and a practical route to the result you need.

Our Core Services

From prototype verification through to production support and legacy part recovery, we help customers understand, measure and document their components with confidence. Explore our core services below.

Red tipped CMM probe measuring silver metal compressor aerofoil blade

Your parts measured accurately, with traceable results, from 1-off part inspection through to full production runs. All work carried out on UKAS-calibrated CMMs within an ISO 9001 certified quality management system.

Computer-generated CAD view of turbocharger compressor impeller, transforming from lines to solid.

Your physical part, converted into a functional CAD model you can use for manufacture, stress-analysis, or design. Ideal for legacy components, discontinued parts, and bought-in items without drawings or models.

Close-up of CMM probe with a red tip scanning a metal part, with overlaid coordinates and code.

We provide CMM programming services for offline development and optimisation of inspection routines, delivering reliable, repeatable measurement programs tailored to your parts, software and reporting needs.

Silver automotive part with crossing blue laser lines over it during 3D scanning

We turn your real-world objects into detailed 3D models. Using professional-grade scanners, we capture complex geometries for reverse engineering, inspection, and 3D printing. Available in-house or on-site at your facility.

2D Engineering Drawing Ballooned up for a First Article Inspection

Independent verification that a new or modified production process is producing parts to specification. Full dimensional inspection against a ballooned drawing, with AS9100-compliant Form 3 FAI reports.

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Transparent Fixed-Price Quotes

Know exactly what you’ll pay upfront. No hidden fees, no surprises. Fixed pricing for defined projects or competitive hourly rates for flexible scopes.

Rapid Turnaround Times

Working to tight deadlines? Call us and we could be measuring your component the following day.

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Advanced Renishaw Technology

5-Axis REVO-2 head with RSP2 & RSP3 scanning probes deliver micron-level accuracy. Fully maintained and UKAS calibrated equipment you can trust.

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Comprehensive Inspection Reports

Detailed dimensional analysis, GD&T verification, and first article inspection reports in PDF and CSV formats. All traceable to international standards.

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On-Site & In-House Services

Can’t transport your part? We bring our portable 3D scanning equipment to you! Need high precision measurements in a temperature-controlled environment? Send your parts to our Nottinghamshire facility.

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Expert Technical Support

30 years of metrology knowledge at your service. From aerospace to automotive, medical devices to defence, and of course direct to consumer.

Industries We Serve

Precision metrology services across critical UK manufacturing sectors

Precision measurement for turbine blades, engine components, and critical aerospace parts. Rolls-Royce approved supplier with proven expertise in aerofoil inspection and complex GD&T verification.

Precision measurement for gas turbine components and power-generation systems, including turbine blades, casings, rotor assemblies, and other critical rotating parts used in the energy sector

Quality-critical inspection for implants, surgical instruments, and precision medical components. Full traceability measurements for regulatory compliance.

Supporting UK manufacturers across tooling, moulds, fixtures, and precision-engineered components with flexible measurement solutions tailored to your production requirements.

Inside Vulcan Bomber XL426

On-site 3D scanning inside the fuel tank of the historic Cold War bomber to enabling GKN Aerospace to manufacture modern replacement bladders for this preserved aircraft.

Challenge: Scanning inside 3-metre fuel tank

Solution: Handheld laser scanner with marker tracking

Deliverable: Accurate 3D model of the fuel tank

Standing in front of the Vulcan bomber after completing the 3D scanning
Adrian scanning inside Vulcan XL426 fuel tank, blue scanner light on surface, laptop shows model.
Reverse engineered CAD model with cast features in grey and machined surface in yellow.

Custom Manifold from Cosworth Casting

Combined 3D laser scanning with CMM inspection to transform a Cosworth casting into a custom Subaru Impreza inlet manifold, complete with production-ready engineering drawings.

Challenge: No original CAD data for either component

Solution: 3D scanning + CMM verification + CAD modelling

Result: Production-ready 2D drawings with machining specs

What our clients are saying

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Hi – We (Niche Projects) have used AB Technology several times when we have had a requirement for high quality and detailed 3D scanning. They have always been professional, helpful and have a can-do attitude. Myself and the Niche Team do, without a doubt recommend AB Tech! Give them a go!
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Ryan Meader
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I’d highly recommend AB Technology. I recently hit a snag with a project that required a number of models to be amended and converted into a specific format at very short notice. Without a quick solution, it would have caused a significant delay to the project timeline. Robert was incredibly helpful throughout the process. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was completed correctly and quickly. Thanks to his support, we managed to keep the project moving forward with minimal disruption. If you’re looking for reliable and professional CAD support, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
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Dave Fletcher
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FANTASTIC SERVICE I’D DEFINETELY RECOMMEND THESE GUYS
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This is a highly professional company who are very easy to work with, My contact point was Robert and he facilitated my requirements throughout the process. My requirement was to create an exact sized STL file to permit me to replace a part that had been poorly 3D printed. I sent a brief description of my requirements and some illustrative images. I received a prompt and informative response with three potential options and methods explained. I selected a method and sent the part and an explanation of the job required. On the day the part was received, Robert e-mailed me to clarify one point. I telephoned and clarified that point and one other, where I had made an error. Robert checked with me to determine my intentions. The scan was created and the file e-mailed to me. Clean and sized as per my request. The STL file is clean enough to be used in a NASA project! Cost. The file was not priced to be cheap but realistically speaking, it was priced for the work involved and the very high quality of the work completed. I had tried several methods including making my own STL file from software with an AI component, and using a very capable 3D carving software that I use with my CNC machine. I tried using CAD software to draw and rotate the part. I was unable to achieve the superb quality of the STL part file sent to me by AB Technology. I highly recommend this service when you want the very best quality files and your project is time limited. A great all round experience, using a business that is dedicated to certified standard quality work and great customer service.
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Isabel Ambrose
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very easy to work with, good quality report as well. would definitely recommend!
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Alexander Marler
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Efficient service and went above what was required to provide a quick turnaround and quality files.
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Excellent speed and communications, first rate, highly recommend
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Wil Hamer
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We needed some parts of our race car scanning so we could compete a scale model for wind tunnel testing. The service was excellent and they couldn’t have been more helpful producing the files we needed from the scanned items for 3D printing. I would definitely recommend them and would use them again. It was also excellent value for the work completed. Thanks guys!
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Joseph Cole
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Great service
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Roger Osborne
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Outstanding work. Very quick turn around, accurate and faultless.
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Pricing

Our pricing is flexible and quotations can be structured to suit your project and accounting requirements.

Fixed Cost

  • Free quotation.
  • No obligation.
  • Ideal if you have a fixed requirement.
  • Suitable for jobs of all sizes.

Hourly Rate

  • Free estimate.
  • No obligation.
  • Ideal if your requirements are variable.
  • Best for on-going support.