Scientific discovery depends on instruments that leave no room for error. In applications like spectroscopy, microscopy, and high-resolution measurement, even a micron of deviation can distort data or derail an experiment. At Hour Precision, we produce components with the stability, consistency, and geometric fidelity that high-performance research tools demand. Our deep understanding of material behavior, thermal effects, and precision tolerancing ensures that every part we deliver helps preserve experimental integrity—so researchers can pursue insight without compromise.
In cutting-edge research, the smallest parts often carry the greatest burden. At micron-level scales, even the slightest imperfection can compromise an entire experiment. That is why leading laboratories turn to Hour Precision. We specialize in the fabrication of complex, micro-scale components with tolerances measured in microns—work that demands not just advanced equipment, but deep technical expertise. With one of the most capable micro machining operations in North America, we consistently deliver parts that meet the exacting demands of modern science. For researchers pushing the boundaries of what is possible, we ensure their tools are as precise as their ideas.
Applications in Scientific Research
At Hour Precision, we help scientific researchers overcome the mechanical challenges that come with working at the micro scale. Whether it is a custom alignment structure for a quantum computing setup, a wafer-level fixture for MEMS development, or a cryogenic-compatible part for a particle detector, we deliver components with micron-level precision and unmatched reliability. Our team brings deep expertise in ultra-precision machining, material behavior, and part geometry—allowing us to solve problems that standard machine shops cannot. When experiments depend on perfect fit, thermal stability, and absolute repeatability, Hour Precision ensures every component is engineered to support results, not compromise them.
- Analytical Instruments
- Optical Systems
- Vacuum & Cryogenic Assemblies
- Motion Control & Positioning Devices
- Particle Physics & Accelerator Equipment