About

Intelligent Systems and Solutions
for Industrial Metrology and Inspection

Agility, with a clear purpose, has always been the theme during our journey to date. We always wish to inspire and challenge our customers, allowing exploration of solutions outside the standard legacy expectation. We enjoy what we do and strive to pioneer and innovate. The first organisation to gain UKAS accreditation for ISO10360-7 (CMM with Optical probe fitted) and more recently Optical shaft instruments, evidences knowledge and capability in Optical Metrology.

Our drive has always been to improve the general understanding of Optical Metrology, when applied to industrial applications. This internal metrology knowledge is a great enabler, when discussing day to day calibrations, or questions posed by customers pushing the boundaries of precision engineering.

I always believed Optical Metrology would shine its light over more traditional, legacy measurement technologies, the clear advantages of data density, contactless operation, speed and resolution, have been evident for many years. Current PC architecture is now allowing the world to exploit that advantage, the future is bright indeed.

It remains a pleasure to guide the organisation, supported by an amazing and dedicated team. I look forward to welcoming you to our Metrology Suite and sharing our passion.

Pete Clements
CEO & Head of UKAS Lab

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A World of Inspection & Measurement

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Our Story

Born in 2002 in the city of York as a calibration organisation, we identified a gap in the market for independent, credible and cost effective calibration services, primarily to the precision manufacturing sector, across the UK. Incorporation and relocation to Northampton in 2005 followed, providing enhanced access to our large Midlands based, Aerospace, Automotive and Autosport customers. Growth then provided the opportunity for a further move in 2017, to our current purpose-built premises in Market Harborough. Our UKAS laboratory, Customer Application Suite, Engineering team, Admin and Technical sales team, all now operate from this location, with regional sales and support technicians spread around the country. The organisation now provides both UKAS Calibration and all types of inspection and metrology products, with a bias towards optical methods. We are proud to represent a number of major Global Inspection Equipment Suppliers from around the world.

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Advancing Measurement Techniques

We became accredited, under UKAS 17025, for the Calibration of profile projectors and microscopes in 2014. In addition, we were the first UK company to gain accreditation to the ISO10360-7 standard, providing traceability for manual and automated video based measuring systems. More recently, Optical Shaft Measuring is another first for our industry. You can rest assured your instrumentation will be calibrated to a consistently high standard by UKAS approved operatives at a competitive price.

Adding Value

With a strong commitment to inspection and metrology advancements, we are constantly working to reduce measurement uncertainties through accreditation. The equipment technologies we offer enhance production metrology capabilities, and next generation AI driven products, are taking efficiency and productivity to new levels. Operator free automation is providing raid ROI for our customers.

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Your Metrology Journey

We love to travel the journey with our customers. Our team will work alongside you to find the most effective solution to your application, helping achieve the productivity and efficiency you aspire to. We can tailor installation and training packages, and ongoing service and calibration, as required.

Be part of the team

Below you can find some of the latest positions at the business.

We are always looking for great people to join our team, if you think you could make a difference to our organisation, drop us a line and tell us what makes you stand out from the crowd.

“Optimax have an extensive product range that was very attractive to us. They took the time to understand my requirements and align a solution that fitted into my manufacturing processes. They were very knowledgeable and friendly, I found the virtual demonstration extremely helpful. The outcome of the project has been very successful and performs above expectations. I would definitely recommend Optimax.”

Adam Kowalcyck, Quality Engineer, Federal Mogul Coventry

“For over 14 years Optimax has been providing us with inspection equipment, service and most importantly expertise. We need suppliers that can go the extra mile in looking specifically at our application and then providing a suitable and sometimes bespoke solution, and this is where Optimax have really made a difference”.

John Harris, Director , Nevo Developments

“Optimax are a trusted partner! We have been working in partnership with Optimax for several years, to supply us with inspection solutions, service, and onsite calibration to UKAS standards. Their knowledge and expertise is exceptional, they provide honest, independent advice. Optimax are quick to provide options and solutions for our inspection requirements. They work hard to deliver a solution that 100% fits the application rather than just supplying a product. Optimax work with us to ensure we achieve our inspection objectives – they are one of the first companies I turn to.”

Bruce Daggett, Inspection Team Leader, Senior Aerospace Weston

“The Optimax team with their extensive knowledge and expertise, have proven themselves to be the ideal partner for independent, candid advice. They are a company we can trust to support our metrology and visual inspection needs whether we are purchasing equipment or developing specific metrology instruments for our applications. Their experience and methodical attention to detail mean the outcomes we achieve support our testing requirements”.

Dr Andrew Johnson, Assistant Director, RandA

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