WHAT WE DO
Precision Alignment
Tried and True are experts in the tooling and equipment needed to align your parts.
High-Accuracy Precision Alignment for Industrial Equipment
Precision alignment is critical for keeping machinery, tooling, fixtures, and assemblies operating exactly as designed. Misalignment can lead to vibration, accelerated wear, quality issues, scrap, and unplanned downtime—especially in industries where accuracy and repeatability are essential. Our team provides high-accuracy alignment services for manufacturers across Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C., ensuring stable, reliable, and efficient operations.
Using advanced laser tracker systems and metrology-grade workflows, we align tooling and components directly to your engineering drawings, CAD models, or GD&T requirements. Whether you're setting up a new fixture or troubleshooting a production issue, our alignment services deliver the accuracy your engineers and technicians depend on.
Why Precision Alignment Matters
Even a small misalignment can create cascading issues across an entire production system. Proper alignment ensures that parts fit correctly, tooling performs as expected, and assemblies maintain structural integrity.
- Improves product quality by maintaining dimensional accuracy
- Reduces downtime by preventing equipment strain and failures
- Extends machine life through reduced wear and vibration
- Supports automation by ensuring fixtures and tools align correctly with robotic paths
- Enhances measurement repeatability across production shifts
Proper alignment is especially important when working with complex assemblies, large components, or high-precision manufacturing environments.
Tools & Techniques We Use
Our alignment services rely on metrology-grade equipment and industry-standard best practices to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
- Laser trackers capable of sub-millimetre accuracy
- Spatial positioning systems for large-scale assemblies
- CAD-driven inspection and alignment workflows
- Advanced metrology software for live feedback and adjustments
These tools follow accuracy standards recognised by organisations such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
Common Alignment Applications
We support alignment needs across multiple industries, including:
- Aerospace — tooling, fixtures, drilling templates, assembly systems
- Automotive — BIW tooling, welding fixtures, robotic cell alignment
- Power Generation — turbine components, generators, pump assemblies
- Marine — shaft alignment, hull fixtures, structural alignment
- General manufacturing — assembly tooling, machine installation, precision jigs
Our alignment services work hand-in-hand with 3D inspection and 3D scanning to verify part geometry during and after alignment.
Live Alignment With CAD
We use real-time metrology software to adjust parts, assemblies, or tooling while referencing CAD models. This allows our technicians to display alignment targets, deviations, and tolerances live, ensuring precise adjustments during installation or correction.
Live feedback improves speed and accuracy during:
- Tooling build and verification
- New equipment setup
- Fixture calibration
- Assembly line adjustments
- Machine relocation projects
Precision Alignment for Robotics & Automation
Robotic systems depend on accurate tool paths, fixture positions, and reference datums. We align robotic cells, weld stations, automation tooling, and end-effector positions to ensure consistent operation and reduced error.
Learn more on our automation page.
Our Alignment Workflow
- Review design requirements such as CAD models, drawings, GD&T, or reference datums
- Set up high-accuracy measurement systems in the work environment
- Capture reference geometry and identify deviations
- Adjust tooling or components based on real-time metrology data
- Verify and document final alignment with a complete inspection report
Why Companies Choose Us for Alignment Work
Our customers trust us because we provide:
- Experienced metrology specialists with deep industry knowledge
- Fast onsite deployment across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic
- Clear communication with engineers and production teams
- Traceable alignment documentation suitable for QA and compliance
- Flexible scheduling for shutdowns, outages, and production windows
Precision Alignment FAQs
What equipment do you use for alignment?
We use high-accuracy laser trackers and metrology-grade software capable of measuring large structures with exceptional precision.
Can you align large machinery onsite?
Yes — we specialise in onsite alignment for turbines, generators, large tools, robotic cells, and structural assemblies.
Do you align tooling and fixtures for production?
Absolutely. We frequently align jigs, welding fixtures, BIW tooling, and automated stations to ensure repeatability.
How accurate is your alignment process?
Accuracy often reaches within thousandths of an inch depending on part size and environment.
Do you provide a report after alignment?
Yes — all projects include a traceable alignment report suitable for engineering and QA requirements.
From the initial set to the final report, you can trust Tried and True Metrology for your alignment needs. Call us if any of the following applies to you:
HOW WE WORK
You can trust Tried and True Metrology with your measurement needs. See below for our work process.
