Operator error continues to be a concern in quality control testing where reliable measurements are essential. Shimadzu’s new HMV-G Series of Micro Vickers hardness testers offer an operator-friendly, cost-effective solution that is equipped with a CCD camera for automatic length measurement. The new G-frame design expands the workspace, which improves operability while permitting effective measurement of long and large test samples. The camera’s automatic lens adjusts to suit the size of the indentation, and it is equipped with easy-to-use software that controls the sequence of primary operations, including setting conditions and displaying results. Shimadzu Scientific Instruments Inc.