OGP UK

OGP UK is the official supplier of OGP machines in the UK, dedicated to providing best-in-class support and service to new and existing customers.

OGP (Optical Gaging Products) is a division of Quality Vision International Inc (QVI), a world-leading manufacturer of precision multi-sensor metrology systems for industrial quality control.  Our metrology systems focus on measurement technologies that help manufacturers monitor dimensional compliance to design specifications.

Who are we?

As the UK’s sole partner for OGP products, OGP UK serves the whole of the UK direct from the Advanced Innovation Centre in Derby. We offer a wide range of solutions for all part inspection requirements, as well as service and maintenance, training, installation and subcontract measurement. 

Who do we work with?

We have built up a loyal customer base of blue-chip companies throughout the UK who trust our knowledge and expertise to help them transform inspection capabilities. Our customers cover a wide range of industries, including aerospace, medical, automotive, rubber and plastics, injection moulding and many more.

Unrivalled expertise

Whether you are looking to streamline your inspection or improve the quality of parts you are producing, OGP can provide expertise and experience to find the right solution for you. We have unrivalled knowledge in how to maximise the productivity and reliability of your quality control processes, helping you to save the most time and amplify your inspection.

OGP measuring machines provide futureproof capabilities.

They do this by providing multi-sensor capabilities to meet any measurement requirement. Why have a traditional coordinate measuring machine (CMM) alongside a laser scanner and a profile projector? You could have one OGP SmartScope system to do the work of several machines. Not only does this reduce purchase cost, but releases valuable floor space.

Our history

Discover more about the history of OGP and OGP UK, from where the technology started to how it became world-leading multi-sensor measurement systems.

1945

OGP is founded

OGP and Eastman Kodak introduce the telecentric relay lens principle. Still regarded as the optical system of choice for high precision optical systems, it provides a constant working clearance and erect images.

1945

1970

First OGP-built projector

OQ-30, a side screen Contour Projector with a revolutionary granite surface plate foundation, is introduced.

1970

1985

Q-See system introduced

OGP leads the way again with the introduction of the first video system designed specifically for ease of use and low cost.

1985

1986

Intelligent Qualifier 2000

Introduced as one of the world’s first multi-sensor coordinate measurement systems, the IQ-2000 can be equipped with vision, touch probe, and laser scanning sensors.

1986

1989

The beginnings of OGP UK

The founder directors set up Independent Calibration, offering services to coordinate measurement machine users. Within two years, the business is overseeing the maintenance of machines at companies such as Land Rover, Rolls-Royce and Ford.

1989

1990

OGP in the UK

Independent Calibration begins selling its own machines, capitalising on an opportunity to become the UK sales and service representative for both Sheffield Measurement and OGP Inc, with the company renaming as DISC (GB).

1990

1991-96

Technological advancements

Several new products come to market from OGP, including SmartScope fully automatic 3D measurement for the benchtop and SmartRing LED illuminators.

1991-96

1993

New business premises

DISC (GB) moves to bigger premises in Derbyshire and purchases CNC Inspection Services, merging the two businesses and strengthening the grip on the market.

1993

1994

Award-winning DISC (GB)

DISC (GB) is awarded the Best Quality Control System award at the Machine Tool Industry Awards for the Sheffield Apollo R-5 CMM.

1994

2000

The best product on the market

DISC (GB) collects the Best Quality Control Product award at the International Machin Tool Industry Awards for the Polar Portable flexible arm measuring system.

2000

2002

Sole focus on OGP

DISC (GB) becomes OGP UK and a decision to focus solely on selling OGP machines acts as a catalyst for rapid and significant business growth.

2002

2002-10

Exciting new products

OGP introduced the TeleStar Zoom Lens, Rainbow Probe and TeleStar TTL laser to sensor options, as well as launching the Vantage range of multi-sensor measurement machines.

2002-10

2012

A landmark award

For the first time, OGP UK is recognised for its growth and achievements by OGP, being crowned the European Representitive of the Year for 2012.

2012

2014

ZONE3 launched

The first 3D CAD-based metrology software, ZONE3, is launched, combining all metrology software functionality into one package designed to work with SmartScope multi-sensor measurement systems.

2014

2015

Advanced Innovation Centre opens

To expand capabilities and meet growing customer expectations, OGP UK moves into a purpose-built 4,000 sq ft Innovation Centre near Derby under the Carfulan Group umbrella.

2015

2015

Another successful year

After a stong-performing 2015, OGP UK is awarded the OGP European Representative of the Year award for the second time.

2015

2017

Top perfomers in Europe

OGP UK is awarded the OGP European Representative of the Year award for the third time.

2017

2021

The best… again!

OGP UK is awarded the OGP European Representative of the Year award for the fourth time for the 2020-21 financial year.

2021

2023

OGP UK Metrology Day

For the first time, OGP UK hosted an event to gather customers and key players within metrology to showcase the capabilities of OGP multi-sensor technology, with live talks and demonstrations.

2023

We want to hear from you!

Find out more about our world-leading measurement systems.

You’ve discovered our story, now find out how we can help you to take your inspection to the next level with multi-sensor measurement systems from OGP.