Bowers Group Race to Success with Metrology Open Day Alongside UWR
Bowers Group hit top gear at its Metrology Open Day, hosted in collaboration with the University of Wolverhampton Racing (UWR). The event, held at the university’s engineering hub located at its Telford Campus, brought together industry professionals from over 20 companies for an action-packed day of precision measurement, live demonstrations, and motorsport innovation.
Martin Hawkins, Managing Director at Bowers Group, commented: “Precision and accuracy are at the core of both high-performance engineering and competitive motorsport, making our relationship with UWR the perfect model to present an engaging and insightful Metrology Open Day. The event was a tremendous success, with attendees from a wide range of industries joining us to get to know more about the true value of our metrology solutions. It was fantastic to see so many meaningful connections being made, and I must give full credit to my team for their dedication and hard work in making the day such a success. The relationships built and strengthened during the event are something we’re excited to develop even further in the future.”
Attendees had the opportunity to experience Bowers Group’s connected metrology solutions first-hand, with exclusive product demonstrations showcasing the latest in connected measurement technology, including the all-new Figura contour and roundness measurement machines and the company’s new mobile metrology showroom.
A highlight of the day was the live machining and inspection demonstrations, where visitors saw metrology in action, ensuring precision components meet the stringent requirements of modern manufacturing. Bowers Group specialists were on hand to provide expert insights into the latest measurement techniques, while the UWR team offered a behind-the-scenes look at how metrology plays a crucial role in the design, development, and performance of race cars. Guests also had the chance to put their racing skills to the test on the UWR racing simulator, with a bit of friendly competition adding to the excitement.
With metrology playing a crucial role in achieving peak performance, whether on the track or in manufacturing, the event successfully showcased just how vital precision measurement is in driving success.
