"The able person must be raised first before a product can be created." This is one of the philosophies advocated by Yehan Numata, the founder of Mitutoyo Corporation. "Good environment, Good people, Good techniques." is also a corporate motto at Mitutoyo. Being the world leader in Metrology, Mitutoyo Corporation has produced high-quality products using leading-edge technologies, and at the same time has promoted continuous education in Metrology so that anyone interested in the theory or application of measuring instruments may further develop his or her interest. Mitutoyo established the Mitutoyo Institute of Metrology which is a unique precision measurement engineer training organization. The enrolled engineers are expected to learn the correct usage of measuring instruments that must meet the needs of ever-advancing technologies in production field. Mitutoyo Institute of Metrology was opened in 1975 in Japan, and to date, it has been established in eight countries: U.S.A., Mexico, Brazil, Singapore, Taiwan, Italy, U.K. and Germany. The Institute prepares the comprehensive curriculum, which primarily consists of practice sessions, and uses state-of-the-art measuring instruments for all practice sessions, taking advantage of its resources as a leading manufacturer of precision measuring instruments. Full-time instructors with extensive knowledge and expertise in Metrology deliver enthusiastic lectures. The entire staff of the Institute appreciates the enthusiastic participation of many clients and students from all countries. Mitutoyo recognizes the significance of existence and importance of the role of the Institute of Metrology with regard to the demands of the clients. Mitutoyo intends to continuously promote the ongoing efforts at the Institute of Metrology. For more information, please contact the Mitutoyo Institute of Metrology in each country listed below. JAPAN NETHERLANDS TAIWAN U.S.A. MEXICO BRAZIL ITALY U.K. GERMANY