Bowers Metrology acquires Baty International

This acquisition will enable Bowers to build on Baty's existing position in the non-contact, vision-based measurement systems market. Steve White, chief executive of the Bowers Metrology Group, said, "Our strategic acquisition of Baty International will further expand Bowers' leadership position in the Metrology marketplace while strengthening our relationship with our customers. We will be able to significantly expand our vision-based measurement systems product line, as well as, complement our existing bore gauge and micrometer ranges." "We are excited about the opportunity to leverage one of the broadest portfolios of vision-based measuring solutions, along with one of the most well-known brand names, in order to enhance our existing market position." The Bowers Metrology Group specialises in delivering a comprehensive range of precision measuring solutions to some of the most competitive and demanding shop-floor environments. Bowers prides itself on being the world's leading bore gauge manufacturer; in terms of both production volume and breadth of product range. Established since 1932 in the United Kingdom, Quality Measurement Limited, better known under its trade name, "Baty International" or "Baty" for short, has over 75 years of history, designing and manufacturing optical-based measuring instruments and gauging products. Baty's product range includes: • 3-dimensional, camera-based, non-contact co-ordinate measuring systems; • 2-dimensional, non-contact optical profile projectors; • The Harpenden Skinfold Caliper (to estimate body fat), recognised as the industry standard for many years; • Dial gauges and other gauging products.