CMSC 2026

CMSC 2026

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6:00am CDT

CMS 5K Fun Run

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00am - 8:00am CDT

Grand Foyer / Event Desk

Run will circumnavigate the Virginia Lake @ Virginia Lake Park.

Map to Location

CMSC Committee

Coordinate Metrology Society

Coordinate Metrology Society

Justin Novak

Executive Committee Chair, Newport News Shipbuilding

Justin Novak is a Supervisor at Newport News Shipbuilding, where he has been active in the Metrology field for 14 years. He graduated from the NNS Apprentice School in 2008, earning the Charles F Bailey Award for academic excellence, and received an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00am - 8:00am CDT
Grand Foyer / Event Desk

General Sessions

6:30am CDT

Breakfast

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:30am - 8:00am CDT

Regency Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:30am - 8:00am CDT
Regency Ballroom

Meals / Breaks / Receptions

8:00am CDT

CMM 3 & 5 Axis Training

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Executive Room

Training

8:00am CDT

CMM Creating your Program

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT

Continental Room

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Continental Room

Training

8:00am CDT

Registration / Check-In for Attendees

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm CDT

Grand Foyer / Event Desk

CMSC Committee

Jan Rode

BUSINESS MANAGER CMS & MEETING PLANNER, Coordinate Metrology Society

Rina Molari-Korgel

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TREASURER

Rina Molari-Korgel has been involved with portable industrial metrology since 1983, after graduating with a Bachelor of Engineering in Surveying and Photogrammetry from California State University at Fresno. Her aerospace experience with General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin introduced... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm CDT
Grand Foyer / Event Desk

Exhibit Hall

8:00am CDT

Exhibit Hall Open for Vendors

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Regency Ballroom

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Regency Ballroom

Exhibit Hall

8:00am CDT

Navy Only Meeting Room

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Venetian Room

Invitation Only

8:15am CDT

Conference Updates

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:15am - 8:30am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

CMSC Committee

Justin Novak

Executive Committee Chair, Newport News Shipbuilding

Justin Novak is a Supervisor at Newport News Shipbuilding, where he has been active in the Metrology field for 14 years. He graduated from the NNS Apprentice School in 2008, earning the Charles F Bailey Award for academic excellence, and received an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:15am - 8:30am CDT
International Ballroom

General Sessions

8:30am CDT

Quantifying the Impact of Eliminating Reach and Line-of-Sight Constraints in Large-Volume Optical Metrology

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Broak LaHart

Director of Industrial Metrology for North America, Metronor Industrial

Brock LaHart is Director of Industrial Metrology for North America at Metronor Industrial, where he helps manufacturers modernize large-scale measurement, assembly, and alignment processes through innovative metrology solutions. With more than 30 years of experience, Brock has worked... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

9:00am CDT

Establishing True North Orientation for Large Industrial Structures Using Integrated Laser Tracker and Geodetic Coordinate Systems

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Johnathan McLaughlin

Field Services Manager, East Coast Metrology

Jonathan McLaughlin is Field Services Manager at East Coast Metrology, a division of In-Place Machining Company, specializing in large-scale dimensional measurement and laser tracker applications for shipbuilding, defense infrastructure, and industrial projects. He holds a degree... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

9:00am CDT

ECM Certification Training - Measurement Planning and Execution

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

CMS Certification Review at CMSC

A two day condensed Preparatory Course designed to assist and inform students in the topics covered within the Coordinate Measurement Society’s (CMS) Level-One Certification for 3D Metrology. The course consists primarily of class discussion spurred by a Power Point presentation. Question and answer sessions will take place during the course to ensure knowledge and understanding.

Class takes place 9-3 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Exams are offered on Thursday.
If you intend to take the Certification Exam after the class, you must apply for the Exam via the normal CMS webpage, Professional Certification for Metrologists (cmsc.org). You are urged to begin the acceptance process as early as possible. Additional costs apply for exam registration.

The course reviews the test’s five broad areas of knowledge.
· Interpreting engineering documents
· Measurement Device knowledge
· Measurement Planning
· Measurement Operations
· Data Analysis and Ethics

Aims & Objectives
Encourage best practices through discussion and example questions
Improve test performance
· Describe test and conditions
· Freshen knowledge of subjects student doesn’t use on a daily basis
· Identify and address gaps in knowledge
· Review GD&T, SPC, and uncertainty
· Review documentation and planning

CMSC Committee

Thomas Kinnare

CMS Certification Chairman, ECM Global Measurement Solutions

After rolling like a bad penny across a wide range of industries for 15 years, Tom landed at East Coast Metrology (ECM), where he has spent nearly 20 fruitful years laboring to bestow the blessings of dimensional metrology on clients at a global level.
As a Principal Engineer at E... Read More →

2026 Exhibitors

ECM: A Division of In-PlaceMachine Company

ECM Global Measurement Sloutions

The Measurement & Alignment Services Division of In-Place Machining Company (IPM) brings together the expertise of East Coast Metrology (ECM), Exact Metrology, and OASIS Alignment Services (OASIS) to deliver advanced dimensional metrology, precision alignment, and instrument calibration... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Brasserie

Training

9:00am CDT

Trimble Large Volume Scanning Overview

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

CMSC Committee

Coordinate Metrology Society

Coordinate Metrology Society

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Training

9:30am CDT

UMA Platform Adaptation for Aerospace Metrology

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Rohit Khanna

Chairman & Founder, 3D Infotech

Rohit Khanna has been involved in the metrology industry for over 30 years helping advance 3D measurement software, optical inspection hardware, automated quality systems and augmented reality processes. As Founder of 3D Infotech, he has led the development of Universal Metrology... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

10:00am CDT

Morning Coffee Break

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:15am CDT

Paradise Terrace

CMSC Committee

Coordinate Metrology Society

Coordinate Metrology Society

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:15am CDT
Paradise Terrace

Meals / Breaks / Receptions

10:00am CDT

CMM and Portable Measurements

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT

Continental Room

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Continental Room

Training

10:15am CDT

Station Uncertainty Analysis Abstract

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:45am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 10:45am CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

10:45am CDT

Metrology As A Service

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:45am - 11:15am CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

11:15am CDT

Dual Laser Interferometer: Introduction to the development and initial findings of the DLI approach for ball bar certification

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 11:45pm CDT

International Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:15am - 11:45pm CDT
International Ballroom

Presentation

12:00pm CDT

Lunch

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT

Regency Ballroom

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Regency Ballroom

Meals / Breaks / Receptions

12:30pm CDT

Exhibit Hall Open for Attendees

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:30pm - 5:30pm CDT

Regency Ballroom

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Regency Ballroom

Exhibit Hall

1:00pm CDT

CMSC Standards Committee Meeting

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Executive Room

Invitation Only

1:00pm CDT

Standards Committee Meeting

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

CMS Standards Committee Meting

CMSC Committee

Kim Madden

EC, Standards Committee, Boeing

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

General Sessions

1:00pm CDT

ECM Certification Training - Analysis and Ethics

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

CMS Certification Review at CMSC

A two day condensed Preparatory Course designed to assist and inform students in the topics covered within the Coordinate Measurement Society’s (CMS) Level-One Certification for 3D Metrology. The course consists primarily of class discussion spurred by a Power Point presentation. Question and answer sessions will take place during the course to ensure knowledge and understanding.

Class takes place 9-3 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Exams are offered on Thursday.
If you intend to take the Certification Exam after the class, you must apply for the Exam via the normal CMS webpage, Professional Certification for Metrologists (cmsc.org). You are urged to begin the acceptance process as early as possible. Additional costs apply for exam registration.

The course reviews the test’s five broad areas of knowledge.
· Interpreting engineering documents
· Measurement Device knowledge
· Measurement Planning
· Measurement Operations
· Data Analysis and Ethics

Aims & Objectives
Encourage best practices through discussion and example questions
Improve test performance
· Describe test and conditions
· Freshen knowledge of subjects student doesn’t use on a daily basis
· Identify and address gaps in knowledge
· Review GD&T, SPC, and uncertainty
· Review documentation and planning

CMSC Committee

Thomas Kinnare

CMS Certification Chairman, ECM Global Measurement Solutions

After rolling like a bad penny across a wide range of industries for 15 years, Tom landed at East Coast Metrology (ECM), where he has spent nearly 20 fruitful years laboring to bestow the blessings of dimensional metrology on clients at a global level.
As a Principal Engineer at E... Read More →

2026 Exhibitors

ECM: A Division of In-PlaceMachine Company

ECM Global Measurement Sloutions

The Measurement & Alignment Services Division of In-Place Machining Company (IPM) brings together the expertise of East Coast Metrology (ECM), Exact Metrology, and OASIS Alignment Services (OASIS) to deliver advanced dimensional metrology, precision alignment, and instrument calibration... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Brasserie

Training

1:00pm CDT

Hexagon SpatialAnalyzer Training

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Continental Room

Limited Capacity seats available

Session Wed 2: Laser Tracker Network Analysis (1:00-2:00PM)
Steve Seiler
Take a deep dive into Spatial Analyzer's network analysis tools using real-world data. Whether you're new to network alignments or looking to sharpen your analysis skills, this is a practical, data-driven walkthrough focused on improving confidence in your measurements.

Session Wed 2: Automation in Action: Integrating Metrology Solutions (2:30-3:30)
Sarah Avino & Scott Sandwith
This session will walk through real examples of how Spatial Anayzer leverages its wide range of device connections including robots, laser trackers, total stations, PCMMs, and photogrammetry systems to automate the metrology processes. We'll show how built-in tools like Measurement Plans, along with SA's SDK, Python, C# and more can be used together to streamline inspection and assembly.

2026 Exhibitors

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence

Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Continental Room

Training

1:30pm CDT

Metrology Jeopardy Quiz Show

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

The main attraction of the Zone is the ever-popular Metrology Jeopardy Quiz Show hosted by Bob Elliott. This test-your-knowledge game is based upon the CMS Level-One Certification program and its core body of knowledge. During the CMS Quiz Show, participants will first compete in heats, and each winning team will stand off in a grand finale game to claim the title of 2025 CMSC Champions. All attendees are invited to engage in this fun and interactive platform to test their metrology chops.
We will be hosting 3 Sessions of Metrology Jeopardy on Tuesday and Wednesday with the Final Metrology Jeopardy event being held late Wednesday afternoon. This Final Jeopardy round will be comprised of the winners from the first three sessions. All participants will get a ticket toward a grand prize to be given out at the Wednesday night Banquet. Winners of each round will get additional tickets toward the grand prize.

Speakers

Bob Elliott

Executive Committee Vice Chair, Lockheed Martin

Bob Elliott is a Lockheed Martin Fellow specializing in metrology and alignments. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the use of portable metrology equipment, systems engineering and spacecraft testing. Bob is a member of the Lockheed Martin Precision Alignment Lab in Sunnyvale... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Education Zone

Measurement / Education Zone

2:30pm CDT

Afternoon Break

Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Hubbs Metrology Booth 306 in the Exhibit Hall

Sponsors

HUBBS Metrology Solutions

Hubbs Metrology Solutions

HUBBS Metrology Solutions (also known as HUBBS Machine & Manufacturing) is pleased to continue innovating for and servicing the metrology industry. Since its founding in 1984, HUBBS has become the most trusted OEM around the world for quality metrology targeting, accessories, and... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Hubbs Metrology Booth 306 in the Exhibit Hall

Meals / Breaks / Receptions

2:30pm CDT

Laser Tracker Mirror Measurement Demo - 2 Shot Method

Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Measurement Zone

2 measurement method: See a live demo by Hexagon metrologists on the proper way to measure a mirror by measuring 2 points. This will take place in the Measurement Zone.

Speakers

Bob Elliott

Executive Committee Vice Chair, Lockheed Martin

Bob Elliott is a Lockheed Martin Fellow specializing in metrology and alignments. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the use of portable metrology equipment, systems engineering and spacecraft testing. Bob is a member of the Lockheed Martin Precision Alignment Lab in Sunnyvale... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Measurement Zone

Measurement / Education Zone

3:00pm CDT

GD&T Training

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Executive Room

Training

3:30pm CDT

CMM Best Practice

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT

CMM Best Practice: Join a panel of industry experts on a discussion on CMM best practice.

Speakers

Donnie Brown

Owner/Programmer, Data Point Metrology

Donald (Donnie) D. Brown
Certified CMS Level 2 Metrologist | AUKOM Metrologist | First Class Toolmaker | CMS Certification Committee Member

Data Point Metrology (2024–Present)
Owner / Metrologist
Providing metrology consulting and CMM programming services with a focus on enhancin... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Education Zone

Measurement / Education Zone

4:30pm CDT

Final Metrology Jeopardy Quiz Show

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT

The main attraction of the Zone is the ever-popular Metrology Jeopardy Quiz Show hosted by Bob Elliott. This test-your-knowledge game is based upon the CMS Level-One Certification program and its core body of knowledge. During the CMS Quiz Show, participants will first compete in heats, and each winning team will stand off in a grand finale game to claim the title of 2025 CMSC Champions. All attendees are invited to engage in this fun and interactive platform to test their metrology chops.
We will be hosting 3 Sessions of Metrology Jeopardy on Tuesday and Wednesday with the Final Metrology Jeopardy event being held late Wednesday afternoon. This Final Jeopardy round will be comprised of the winners from the first three sessions. All participants will get a ticket toward a grand prize to be given out at the Wednesday night Banquet. Winners of each round will get additional tickets toward the grand prize.

Speakers

Bob Elliott

Executive Committee Vice Chair, Lockheed Martin

Bob Elliott is a Lockheed Martin Fellow specializing in metrology and alignments. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the use of portable metrology equipment, systems engineering and spacecraft testing. Bob is a member of the Lockheed Martin Precision Alignment Lab in Sunnyvale... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Education Zone

Measurement / Education Zone

4:30pm CDT

CMM Subcommittee Meeting

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Meeting for the CMM Subcommittee

Speakers

Donnie Brown

Owner/Programmer, Data Point Metrology

Donald (Donnie) D. Brown
Certified CMS Level 2 Metrologist | AUKOM Metrologist | First Class Toolmaker | CMS Certification Committee Member

Data Point Metrology (2024–Present)
Owner / Metrologist
Providing metrology consulting and CMM programming services with a focus on enhancin... Read More →

CMSC Committee

Thomas Kinnare

CMS Certification Chairman, ECM Global Measurement Solutions

After rolling like a bad penny across a wide range of industries for 15 years, Tom landed at East Coast Metrology (ECM), where he has spent nearly 20 fruitful years laboring to bestow the blessings of dimensional metrology on clients at a global level.
As a Principal Engineer at E... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Brasserie

General Sessions

6:00pm CDT

CMSC Honors and Awards Social Gathering

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT

Rooftop Terrace

Limited Capacity seats available

CMSC Committee

Coordinate Metrology Society

Coordinate Metrology Society

Sponsors

MetrologyWorks

MetrologyWorks is your premiere source for all things related to portable CMM’s, including portable arms, laser trackers, laser scanners, and more. This includes but is not limited to, replacement accessories for your FARO Arm, Hexagon/Romer Arm, Laser Tracker, or portable laser... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Rooftop Terrace

Meals / Breaks / Receptions