Kelly Baldasare, Author at East Coast Metrology

Strengthening Nuclear Outage Readiness: Why Pre Outage 3D Scanning Matters Now More Than Ever

December 9, 2025 by Kelly Baldasare

ECM supports nuclear operators with high-accuracy 3D scanning programs designed for complex plant environments. With modernization, refurbishment, and digital-twin initiatives advancing across the sector, engineering teams are relying heavily on clean geometry data captured before the outage begins. The article below outlines why early scanning has become a top priority for utilities preparing for 2026 … Read more

Rebuilding Legacy Hydro Components with 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering

November 13, 2025 by Kelly Baldasare

Using precision measurement and digital modeling to restore hydro equipment to OEM-level accuracy. When hydro components are rebuilt or reverse-engineered, dimensional verification is the final step that ensures accuracy and performance. Precision inspection confirms that every surface, angle, and tolerance matches design intent. Featured in the Innovation Powerhouse at Clean Currents 2025, this article demonstrates how … Read more

The Critical Role of Precision Machine and Component Alignment in Power Generation

November 7, 2025September 25, 2025 by Kelly Baldasare

Steam turbine of power generator in an industrial thermal power plant

In power generation, precision measurement directly impacts reliability, safety, and uptime. At East Coast Metrology (ECM), we deliver laser scanning, dimensional inspection, and 3D metrology services that complement the precision alignment expertise of our colleagues at OASIS Alignment Services. Together, we provide the data and insights needed for successful alignment inspections, reverse engineering, and virtual … Read more

Redefining Precision: How Advanced Metrology Instruments Are Expanding Access for Heavy Industry

September 12, 2025 by Kelly Baldasare

Advanced Metrology Instruments in Heavy Industry Example: Metrologist Using T-Probe at Hydropower Dam

East Coast Metrology (ECM), part of the Measurement & Alignment Services Division of In-Place Machining Company (IPM), is proud to share that Quality Magazine recently published Exact Metrology’s article, “Redefining Precision: How Advanced Metrology Instruments Are Expanding Access for Heavy Industry,” in their August 2025 digital edition. The article explores how innovations in 3D scanning … Read more

Large-Scale 3D Measurement for Nuclear Outage Planning

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by Kelly Baldasare

Data Output of Long Range Scanning: Virtual Assembly

Planning for Precision: How Long-Range Laser Scanning Reduces Risk and Increases Uptime in Nuclear Facilities For nuclear operators, the ability to capture accurate, large-scale 3D measurement data before an outage is more than a convenience—it’s a safeguard against delays, compliance risks, and safety issues. East Coast Metrology delivers the nuclear-qualified scanning expertise that plant teams … Read more

In-Place Machining Company Strengthens Presence with Florida Expansion and New Calibration Labs

December 3, 2024December 3, 2024 by Kelly Baldasare

Strategic Expansion Positions IPM as a Nationwide Leader in Metrology, Calibration, Alignment, and High-Precision Machining Services December 3, 2024 | In-Place Machining Company (IPM), a leading provider of industrial machining, precision measurement, and alignment services, proudly announces growth initiatives aimed at advancing its service capabilities across North America. This includes the opening of a new … Read more