(API Technical Services LLC: Newport News, Virginia) -- API Technical Services LLC is pleased to announce that it has formally started operations as of January 2008. API Technical Services is a new metrology services company, wholly owned by Automated Precision Inc. (API) and is based in Newport News, Virginia.

The company is dedicated to providing high-value metrology solutions to overcome the challenges encountered in manufacturing environment. Services include on-site tracker certifications, machine tool error mapping, machine tool alignment, product measurement services, contract measurement equipment, and contract measurement personnel. 

In addition, API Technical Services offers training on the use of laser trackers, photogrammetric systems, and other measurement instruments, including API’s complete line of machine tool calibration equipment. Comprehensive software training, including Spatial Analyzer (API’s core software), is offered as well.

Ron Hicks, formally of Northrop Grumman and a past chairman of CMSC, leads the company. “We have assembled a very capable core group of measurement professionals with over 40 years of combined experience using three-dimensional measurement equipment,” says Hicks. “That, combined with API’s experience in creating innovative instruments and core engineering talent, means that we will be able to offer the best possible measurement solutions in a variety of industries.”

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