Why “in spec” doesn't always mean “it works”.
Event Highlights
Join us for a lunch & learn that takes a deeper look at how surface texture truly impacts part performance, and why identical Ra values can lead to very different outcomes in friction, wear, sealing, and appearance. This event brings together contact and non-contact surface metrology technologies from Mitutoyo and Sensofar under one unified discussion focused on why, not just how, surfaces are measured.
Through real examples, live demonstrations, and practical discussions, we’ll explore how automation and modern analysis techniques are reducing operator influence, improving consistency, and helping manufacturers make better quality decisions with confidence.
Agenda
- 10 AM
Welcome
- 10:15 - 11:30
Ra to Reality: Surface Behavior with Contact Measurement
- 11:30 - 12:15
Lunch & Networking
- 12:15 - 1:30
Reality to Performance: Visualizing Surface Function in 3D
- 1:30 - 2:00
Facility Tours | System Demos | Q&A
Instructors
Adam Platteis — Sensofar
Adam Platteis focuses on non-contact and optical measurement technologies for advanced surface analysis. Adam works with engineering and quality teams to visualize and interpret complex surface textures, leveraging 3D measurement, software‑driven analysis, and automation strategies to reduce operator involvement and uncover insights traditional measurements can miss. His work centers on connecting surface data to functional performance in real‑world applications.
Jacob Hoepner — Mitutoyo
Jacob Hoepner works closely with manufacturers to improve measurement consistency, repeatability, and confidence in surface finish and form evaluation. With hands‑on experience in contact-based measurement techniques, Jacob helps quality and engineering teams understand how surface data connects to real‑world performance, and how standardized, automated workflows can reduce variability and support better decision‑making across manufacturing environments.
