Aerospace Manufacturing

Third Dimension to demonstrate new sensor at Control 2024

Following a successful launch of the T15 sensor range, Third Dimension, manufacturers of the GapGun and Vectro non-contact measurement tool, will demonstrate the new T15-V Sensor at Control 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany this April.

25th March 2024

Third Dimension provides non-contact gauging solution for FANUC robots

FANUC’s CRX Series of Collaborative Robots makes it simple and quick for manufacturers to get automation up and running. Designed to be easily integrated with peripheral devices, Vectro2 is the latest addition to the series of FANUC CRX-Ready products.

22nd March 2024

Third Dimension launches T15 sensor for aero profiles

Third Dimension, manufacturers of the GapGun and Vectro precision-measurement tools, have extended their T-series line of measurement sensor with the new T15. 

1st March 2023

Third Dimension sets up new base to support business growth

Leading precision measurement firm, Third Dimension has announced the relocation of its headquarters in a move that will support company growth.

14th February 2023

Third Dimension creates new Application Engineering team

Leading precision measurement firm Third Dimension has deepened its technical capabilities and strengthened its customer support resource with the creation of a new Application Engineering team.

7th November 2022

Third Dimension announces Loop Technology as gauging system partner

Third Dimension, manufacturers of the GapGun and Vectro handheld and robot deployed non-contact gauging systems, has announced Loop Technology as a Vectro Integrator to deliver advanced, robotic, 2D profile measurement solutions for both quality and process control applications in high value manufacturing.

26th August 2022

Third Dimension showcases non-contact solutions at Control 2022

From May 3-6, 2022, leading non-contact measurement manufacturer, Third Dimension attended Control 2022 in Stuttgart, Germany.

1st June 2022

Third Dimension grow distribution network in Asia and Australia

Third Dimension continues to expand its global network of distributors as it welcomes metrology solution providers PT. Smart Mitra Solutions in Indonesia and Scan-Xpress in Australia.

20th October 2020

Third Dimension launches new, improved website

Third Dimension has announced the launch of its new website which is said brings a complete redesign and an improved user-friendly experience to all visitors.

6th July 2020

Third Dimension achieves world first, ISO17025 accreditation

Third Dimension has announced its recent accreditation to ISO17025 by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).

16th September 2019

GapGun pro brochure

GapGun Pro’s superfast processor means that measurements can be collected faster than ever before, with speed improvements of up to 20x over manual techniques, reducing cycle time and increasing efficiency.

10th September 2019

Third Dimension wins regional EEF innovation award

Third Dimension, a leading supplier of handheld precision measurement solutions has celebrated success as the South regional winner of the Business Growth & Strategy Award.

28th November 2018

Find out more about Third Dimension's GapGun metrology system

Composites in Manufacturing magazine (www.composites.media) spoke to Aidan Hill from Third Dimension about its Gapgun handheld metrology system at the Advanced Engineering Show.

9th November 2018

Lockheed Martin demo showcases GapGun’s F-35 inspection

A presentation on seam validation measurement at this year’s Coordinate Metrology Society Conference (CMSC) in Nevada, USA showcased how Lockheed Martin incorporates GapGun, Third Dimension’s hand-held laser measurement system, into the inspection process of its F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.

26th October 2018

Third Dimension celebrates record growth

Third Dimension, leading developer and manufacturer of non-contact, precision profile measurement solutions, has announced record turnover, up 25% last year, with a 20% increase in staff.

13th March 2018

The secret ingredients of a double award winner

When it comes to awards, the Queen’s Award for Enterprise is without doubt the UK's highest accolade of business success. Tim Monks, chief executive of Third Dimension, reveals how the company won two of the prestigious awards in as many years.

10th October 2017

Third Dimension wins second Queen’s Award

Third Dimension has been named winner of the Queen’s Award for Innovation - the UK’s highest accolade for business success - for GapGun, its handheld, laser-based optical measurement device.

21st April 2017

Third Dimension launches two metrology solutions at Control 2017

Third Dimension, supplier of precision metrology solutions, will be launching two new products at this year’s Control – the International trade fair for quality assurance.

5th April 2017

Third Dimension win EEF innovation award

Third Dimension, supplier of handheld precision measurement solutions, is celebrating its success as regional winner of the EEF Future Manufacturing Innovation award for its GapGun Pro.

22nd November 2016

Third Dimension featured in industrial documentary

Executive TV have announced Manufacturing Change, the latest addition to an ongoing series of industrial documentaries exploring the UK's manufacturing sector and its future. This programme features Bristol-based Third Dimension, specialists in handheld laser metrology, and how it is helping manufacturers’ production lines become more efficient.

12th August 2016

Sales doubled as aerospace supplier achieves record quarter

Third Dimension has announced it has achieved record sales for the first half of this year, with second quarter sales double the highest of any previous year.

3rd August 2016

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