Quality & Inspection

Advanced Inspection & Metrology

BCW’s metrology suite is equipped with specialist systems for high-accuracy dimensional inspection, allowing us to validate everything from small precision components to large assemblies over six metres in length.

Our climate-controlled environment, advanced measurement software and multi-size CMMs ensure stability, repeatability and confidence in complex measurement tasks.

CMM Capability includes:

• Hexagon Delta Slant CMM (X 3000mm / Y 6300mm / Z 2000mm)
• Cordimant 700 CMM
• PC-DMIS measurement programming
• Controlled environment for measurement stability

Portable Metrology & Laser Tracking

For large structures, on-machine inspection and flexible validation, BCW uses portable metrology systems that deliver fast, accurate measurement wherever required.

These tools support alignment, scanning and verification tasks during machining, assembly and installation.

Equipment includes:

• Leica Absolute Tracker AT960
• FARO laser tracking systems
• Nikon portable arms

Benefits include:

• Fast measurement cycles
• High-accuracy scanning of large assemblies
• Reduced inspection time for tooling, moulds and fixtures
• Precision alignment capability during assembly

Vision Inspection Systems

BCW utilises advanced vision inspection systems to deliver fast, repeatable and fully automated quality checks for complex geometries and high-volume components.

These systems minimise human error, improve consistency and support robust final inspection workflows across our machining and assembly operations.

Capabilities include:

• Non-contact measurement
• Pass or fail detection on critical features
• Automated feature inspection
• High-speed validation for production environments

Pressure Testing

For components requiring sealing performance, structural verification or fluid-handling capability, BCW provides controlled pressure and leak testing services.

Testing is performed to customer specifications, ensuring every part meets operational, safety and compliance requirements prior to dispatch.

Capabilities include:

• Controlled pressure testing
• Leak detection
• Functional pressure performance checks

These processes ensure components perform safely and reliably in application.

Part Marking

BCW offers a full suite of part marking solutions to ensure complete traceability and compliance across industries with strict documentation requirements.

Each method is integrated with ERP-driven digital records, linking material, process and quality data through every production stage.

Capabilities include:

• Laser marking
• Engraved identification
• Barcode and QR code generation

All marking methods support full traceability for automotive, aerospace, defence and industrial applications.

Poka Yoke: Error-Proofing for Reliability

BCW develops bespoke poka-yoke solutions designed to prevent defects and eliminate operator error in manufacturing and assembly environments.

These systems combine mechanical, digital and automated controls to ensure each part is assembled correctly, safely and consistently.

Capabilities include:

• Incorrect-assembly prevention mechanisms
• Fixtures ensuring correct component placement
• Sensors and controls triggering alerts on deviation
• Digital or mechanical error-proofing aligned to customer processes

These solutions improve output quality and strengthen overall process capability.