13 11, 2025

Rebuilding Legacy Hydro Components with 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering

By |2025-11-13T09:44:12-05:00November 13, 2025|Articles|

Using precision measurement and digital modeling to restore hydro equipment to OEM-level accuracy.  Rebuilding aging hydro components requires data you can trust. Modern 3D scanning and reverse engineering allow engineers to capture exact geometry, recreate missing drawings, and validate fit before manufacturing. Originally presented at the Innovation Powerhouse at Clean Currents 2025, this article highlights how these technologies bridge the gap between legacy components and new precision parts—driving performance improvements in turbine refurbishment and hydro plant modernization.  Aging Infrastructure & Limited Documentation Many hydroelectric plants in operation today were constructed decades ago. Over time, mechanical wear, corrosion, [...]

25 09, 2025

The Critical Role of Precision Machine and Component Alignment in Power Generation

By |2025-09-25T10:44:45-04:00September 25, 2025|Articles|

When it comes to keeping power generation facilities running efficiently, alignment accuracy is critical. While our colleagues at OASIS Alignment Services specialize in laser tracker-based alignment inspections, Exact Metrology supports these efforts with advanced 3D scanning and long-range scanning. By capturing high-resolution data and creating detailed digital models, we help engineers reverse engineer legacy components, validate alignment, and perform virtual fit-ups before outages. In traditional power generation - coal, gas, nuclear, & hydropower - the performance and reliability of critical equipment hinge on precision alignment. Turbines, generators, pumps, compressors, and other rotating assets operate under immense loads and at high speeds. Even a [...]

27 08, 2025

Long-Range Laser Scanning for Smarter Nuclear Outages

By |2025-08-27T09:38:50-04:00August 27, 2025|Articles, Exact Metrology News|

Planning for Precision: How Long-Range Laser Scanning Reduces Risk and Increases Uptime in Nuclear Facilities Nuclear plant outages leave zero room for error. Every decision must be backed by precise, verified data—and that’s exactly what Exact Metrology delivers. Specializing in nuclear laser scanning and dimensional metrology, we help plant teams capture every detail of critical infrastructure before work begins, ensuring projects run on schedule and within compliance. This article explains how advanced scanning technology is reshaping outage planning from the ground up. Long-Range Scanning Data Example In the nuclear power industry, operational runs often span [...]

11 12, 2024

How Industrial CT Scanning Revolutionizes Parts Inspection Across Industries

By |2025-11-06T11:13:22-05:00December 11, 2024|Articles|

In a world where precision and quality are paramount, Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company is proud to lead the way with cutting-edge Industrial CT (Computed Tomography) Scanning technology. This advanced, non-destructive testing (NDT) solution provides unmatched insights into the internal and external structures of parts, helping industries across the board meet their most demanding requirements for safety, efficiency, and reliability. Let’s explore how CT scanning benefits different industries and why it’s an invaluable tool for parts inspection. CT Scan of Rotary Power Tool Part Industries That Benefit from Industrial CT Scanning Aerospace In [...]

27 06, 2024

Enhancing Lithium-Ion Battery Inspection with CT Scanning: Ensuring Safety, Performance, and Compliance

By |2024-06-27T13:42:06-04:00June 27, 2024|Articles|

CT Scanning Revolutionizes Lithium-Ion Battery Inspection As a leading CT scanning service provider, Exact Metrology is excited to share how our cutting-edge technology is transforming lithium-ion battery inspection and revolutionizing safety, performance, and compliance standards within the industry. Safety is extremely important in battery manufacturing, and lithium-ion batteries present unique challenges due to their chemical composition and energy density. Traditional inspection methods may not fully uncover internal defects or anomalies that could lead to catastrophic failures. Enter CT scanning—a game-changing solution that enables us to non-destructively take a deep look inside batteries, revealing potential risks such as damage, contamination, [...]

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