Control Metrix at M3P3 2025
Driving Precision in Bulk & Building Materials Manufacturing As industries across the UK look toward a more sustainable, efficient future, the building materials sector finds itself at the heart of…
Read MoreThe Latest News from Control Metrix
Green Steel: The Technologies Transforming UK Metals Manufacturing
As global pressure mounts to decarbonise heavy industry, steel producers are facing one of the biggest transformations in their history. The steel sector currently accounts for around 7% of global…
Read More
Introducing the Smart Temp 280: Advanced Wire Preheating for Cable Manufacturing
Meeting the Demands of Today’s Cable Manufacturers Cable manufacturers are under increasing pressure to reduce scrap, improve insulation quality, and run faster line speeds without compromising product integrity. Responding to…
Read More
Control Metrix at UK Metals Expo 2025
Enhancing Metal Manufacturing Through Precision Measurement and Control For over 17 years, the Control Metrix team have been leading the way in distributing cutting-edge non-contact laser and optical sensors and…
Read More
Control Metrix to feature at Foodex 2025
Control Metrix will be attending the annual Foodex event at the NEC Birmingham, between 7-9th April 2025. Control Metrix will be in attendance with Nordson on stand H121, where we…
Read More
MAP or no MAP – SealTick is the Solution
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) is a traditional method used to preserve fresh products within their packaging therefore ensuring it reaches the end consumer in the best possible condition. Nitrogen flushing…
Read More
The Benefits of Thyristors
Thyristors are essential components in power electronics, enabling efficient control of electrical power in various industrial and consumer applications. An SCR (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) is the most common type of…
Read More
Control Metrix Pioneers Sustainable Energy with Green Hydrogen Production
Control Metrix is playing a part in the charge towards a sustainable future with a role in green hydrogen production technology. Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water,…
Read More
Five Key Factors To Consider When Choosing a Pyrometer
With such a large range of pyrometers on the market all designed for optimal performance and accuracy, without guidance it can be so confusing to find the ideal solution. Our…
Read More
Solar Success! How We’ve Reduced CO2 Emissions and Energy Costs
Control Metrix has been celebrating an important milestone as part of our green initiatives; we have taken the first major step to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and cut…
Read More
The (IR) Camera Never Lies
Flare systems are subject to strict controls and regulations that demand continuous pilot flame monitoring. This control means a need for real-time insight into pilot flame and flare conditions to…
Read More
What Are Laser Micrometers?
In precision manufacturing, laser micrometers play a key role in ensuring accurate in-process diameter measurements across a wide variety of products, including: Wire Cable Extrusion and tube products. The ability…
Read More
The Power of Thermocouple Thermometers
When it comes to temperature measurement, precision is paramount, particularly for industrial applications where the reliability and accuracy of temperature readings during production or process control can be the linchpin…
Read More
LaserSpeed vs LaserSpeed – which is right for you?
Over the past four decades, LaserSpeed® Pro gauges have been at the forefront of innovation, setting new standards in accuracy and reliability for non-contact length and speed measurement in industrial…
Read More
Control Metrix Takes Big Steps Into New Markets
The cable & wire and extrusion & hose manufacturing industries in the UK encompass a diverse range of products and serve various sectors including construction, energy, telecommunications and manufacturing therefore…
Read More
UltraScan Pro – with new Embedded Webserver
We are constantly helping manufacturers to accurately measure components and elements of their manufacturing process to ensure an ideal product along with production efficiencies of the highest standards. This in…
Read More
Introducing the New InfraLab Series 9 Top Loader
The vital role that accuracy plays in food production underpins every manufacturer’s success. Being able to deliver the perfect product every time is crucial in securing product quality and customer…
Read More
Navigating the Future: Our Manufacturing Output Forecast for 2024
2024 is poised to be a pivotal year for British manufacturing with our key prediction being strategic investments in technology aimed at enhancing efficiency and streamlining production processes. Industries worldwide…
Read More
Sales Partner of the Year
We are absolutely delighted to announce that we have been announced as the Nordson Measurement & Control Sales Partner of the Year for 2023. We have been working as a…
Read MoreMetals Manufacturing and Temperature Measurement
The metal manufacturing process requires accuracy at every stage and is a highly precise process; from oven heating to hot rolling and forging. Utilising non-contact temperature measurement offers visibility of…
Read More
Reliability, Accuracy and Always on Hand to Help
BMI UK & Ireland is part of the BMI Group, the largest roofing and waterproofing company in Europe. With over 180 years industry experience, they deliver innovative roofing and waterproofing…
Read More
How Non-Contact Near Infrared Measurement Works
Moisture is a ubiquitous component in nearly everything in our world. It is an essential part of the natural environment. From biological organisms like plants and animals to inanimate objects…
Read More
Thermal Imaging vs Pyrometers: A Guide to the Best Methods for Non-Contact Temperature Measurement
Accurate non-contact temperature measurement is critical for maintaining product quality, optimising processes and guaranteeing safety in various industrial sectors. Two notable technologies used extensively for this purpose are thermal imaging…
Read More
5 Ways Moisture Measurement Supports Lean Manufacturing Methods
Although lean manufacturing as a concept of production has been around for decades — it originates from post-World War 2 Japan — it wouldn’t take off as the lean we…
Read More
Sika – Testing Confidence Saves Significant Time
With a history dating back to 1910, Sika AG is a Swiss multinational speciality chemical company that supplies the building sector and motor industry. The company develops and produces systems…
Read More
Unlocking Precision with IR Technology and Non-contact Temperature Measurement — Metals Industry
Accurate temperature measurements play a vital role in manufacturing. The accuracy of the measurement can affect not only the quality of the end product but also the productivity of the…
Read More
The Unique Colourful Feature of the Series 9
The exciting new addition to the Series 9 online NIR moisture gauge is already saving time and money for manufacturers throughout the food industry in the UK. The Series 9…
Read More
Liberty Steel – Cutting Out Inefficiency
Liberty Speciality Steels in Stocksbridge produce high-grade alloy steels available as ingots, blooms, billets, bars for demanding sectors such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Industrial Engineering, Automotive and Engineering. Liberty…
Read More
Further Advantages for the Building Industry with Colour Measurement
An exciting new addition to the Series 9 online moisture gauge is already saving time and money for manufacturers throughout the building industry in the UK. The Series 9 was…
Read More
Crisp Secrets Revealed! Locking in Freshness and Analysing Oil and Moisture Content
Why Freshness Matters in Crisp Production It is estimated that, on average, UK consumers eat as many as 150 packets of crisps each year and the UK crisp market is…
Read More
Optimum Performance for Branston
For over fifty years Branston have been a British leader in fresh produce. Established as a fresh potato business they have built on their success working with their own farmers…
Read More
What Are the Benefits of Using Pyrometers in Manufacturing?
Pyrometers are devices that are used widely in the industry for non-contact measurement of temperatures. Many manufacturing processes use heat energy in production and it is critical that the correct…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Birds Eye
Named after Clarence Birdseye, who invented the fast freezing process in 1924, Birds Eye is the leading frozen food brand in the UK and is synonymous with high-quality, great-tasting food.…
Read More
Product Update – Series 9 Colour Measurement
We would like to take this opportunity to make our food processing customers aware of an exciting new, market-leading feature recently added to the robust Series 9 non-contact, on-line near-infrared…
Read More
New and Improved InfraLab Analyzer from Nordson Measurement and Control
We would like to take this opportunity to let our customers know about a new and improved product, which has recently been launched by our trusted partners Nordson Measurement and…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… British Steel
British Steel Lackenby Works manufactures large, steel H-sections for the construction industry and has helped transform the world’s skyline by providing steel for many iconic buildings including The Shard in…
Read More
Advanced Energy Product Update
In November last year, we were excited to announce the addition of a brand new product to our already extensive range of temperature measurement and thermal processing equipment. The Impac…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Torbay Pharmaceuticals
Established in 1975, in the pharmacy department of Torbay Hospital, Torbay Pharmaceuticals now operates from a 76,000 square feet, state-of-the-art UK-based manufacturing facility. Part of the Torbay and South Devon…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Kolak Snack Foods
Established in 1984, and with two factories based in the UK, Kolak Snack Foods is a leading private label manufacturer of crisps and snacks for both independent and major retailers.…
Read More
Introducing the New Impac IGAR 6 Smart Pyrometer
As an official distributor for Advanced Energy for temperature measurement, we are delighted to be able to offer our customers the latest pyrometer from Advanced Energy, the Impac IGAR 6…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Recipharm
Recipharm is a leading global pharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO). They provide pharmaceutical companies around the world with tailor-made development and manufacturing services, including a wide variety of drug…
Read More
Reducing Carbon Emissions Through Accurate Moisture Measurement During Clay Brick Production
The UK has a target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and the brick industry is a key stakeholder when it comes to creating a roadmap to achieve this…
Read More
Introducing the PrediktIR II
We are delighted to announce the addition of yet another near-infrared (NIR) gauging system to their already extensive range of NDC technologies’ non-contact measurement products. The PrediktIR II The PrediktIR…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Ibstock Brick
Ibstock Brick PrediktIR Case Study Ibstock Brick has a long history of brick making and industrial activity, dating back 200 years to the early 1800s. From the sinking of the…
Read More
Exciting New Product for Converting Industry
We are pleased to announce that we have just added another exciting product to our extensive range of non-contact, near-infrared laser and optical measuring systems for converting applications. Replacing the…
Read More
Innovative New Pyrometry Platform
Introducing the Impac® Series 600: Our Latest Innovation in Industrial Pyrometry. Control Metrix is thrilled to unveil a significant addition to our comprehensive portfolio of temperature measurement and thermal processing…
Read More
Joseph Heler Case Study
Joseph Heler Cheese have been creating authentic, award-winning regional cheeses to time-honoured recipes since 1957. Based in the heart of Cheshire, the company is still located at the dairy on…
Read More
Wienerberger Case Study
Warnham Brick Factory in West Sussex is one of the 197 Wienerberger production sites located in 30 countries worldwide. Founded in 1819 and with headquarters in Vienna, Wienerberger Building Solutions…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Rigid Containers
Part of The VPK Packaging Group, one of the largest players in the European packaging market, Rigid Containers in Wellington use recycled paper to create high quality, customised, corrugated…
Read More
What Our Customers Say… Berry bpi
Berry bpi manufacture high-performance polythene films, laminates, pouches and other converted products. They create sustainable, smarter, flexible solutions to preserve, protect and promote their customer’s valued goods through innovation, expertise…
Read More
What Our Customers Say…Butt Foods
Butt Foods (now branded Baked Earth Bakery) is a family-owned bakery business in Nottingham that has been baking naan bread since 1990 and now supplies flatbreads, wraps, and other…
Read More