30 Years Providing Quality Metrology Services
We know the inspection industry. We know how to meet your CMM inspection, 3D scanning, and reverse engineering requirements.
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
About AB Technology (Newark) Ltd.
For 30 years, AB Technology has been solving precision measurement challenges for UK manufacturers.
What began in 1995 as Adrian’s vision for specialist CMM inspection services has since grown into a comprehensive metrology operation. Today, from our facility in Blidworth, we offer CMM inspection and programming, 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and first article inspection services to engineering companies worldwide.
Our temperature-controlled laboratory ensures measurement accuracy you can trust, whilst our ISO 9001:2015 certification and Rolls-Royce supplier approval demonstrate our commitment to quality. With advanced Renishaw technology, UKAS-calibrated equipment, and decades of metrology expertise, we deliver responsive, reliable precision measurement solutions across aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and defence sectors.
From rapid turnaround single measurements to ongoing production support, we’re here to help.
Our Nottinghamshire & UK-Wide Services
Metrology services covering CMM inspection, validation and programming, plus 3D scanning and reverse engineering. We support production measurement, dimensional inspection and reverse engineering workflows. Explore each service in detail below.
CMM Inspection
Your parts measured accurately, with traceable results, from first article inspection through to full production runs. All work carried out on UKAS-calibrated CMMs within an ISO 9001 certified quality management system.
Reverse Engineering
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.
CMM Programming
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.
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.
Why UK Manufacturers Choose AB Technology
We deliver precision measurement solutions that save you time, reduce costs, and ensure quality compliance
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.
Latest 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.
Comprehensive Inspection Reports
Detailed dimensional analysis, GD&T verification, and first article inspection reports in PDF and CSV formats. All traceable to international standards.
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.
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.
Get Your Free Quote
Send us your requirements today. We’ll respond with a transparent, no-obligation quote.
Industries We Serve
Precision metrology services across critical UK manufacturing sectors
✈️ Aerospace & Defence
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.
⚡ Energy & Power Generation
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
🏥 Medical Devices
Quality-critical inspection for implants, surgical instruments, and precision medical components. Full traceability measurements for regulatory compliance.
🏭 General Manufacturing
Supporting UK manufacturers across tooling, moulds, fixtures, and precision-engineered components with flexible measurement solutions tailored to your production requirements.
Real Projects, Real Results
Discover how we’ve helped UK manufacturers solve complex measurement challenges
AEROSPACE • ON-SITE 3D SCANNING • HERITAGE PRESERVATION
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.
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Challenge: Scanning inside 3-metre fuel tank
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Solution: Handheld laser scanner with marker tracking
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Deliverable: Accurate 3D model of the fuel tank
AUTOMOTIVE • 3D SCANNING • REVERSE ENGINEERING
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.
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Challenge: No original CAD data for either component
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Solution: 3D scanning + CMM verification + CAD modelling
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Result: Production-ready 2D drawings with machining specs
What our clients are saying
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.