The Odin Pedigree

Technical Authority Beyond Reproach

Built on a foundation of specialized insight, Odin Metrology provides the highest level of technical authority in acoustic and vibration calibration outside of the original manufacturer. We don’t just follow a checklist; we understand the complex architecture of the instrumentation we service.

Specialized Technical Pedigree

The 4:1 Standard & Audit Ready Results

Strategic Efficiency & Secure Logistics

Unwavering Compliance & Quality Assurance

Specialized Technical Pedigree

Why trust a general-purpose lab when you can work with the experts who helped set the factory standards?

Odin Metrology was founded in 1995 by senior experts from the Brüel & Kjær (B&K) western management team. We possess a “deep-tissue” understanding of acoustic and vibration instrumentation that general-purpose labs simply cannot replicate. Our objective has always been uncompromising: to provide the highest level of technical authority outside of the original equipment manufacturer.

  • Factory-Standard Mastery: Our lineage is rooted in the “factory-standard” methodologies of B&K, ensuring your gear is serviced with specialized insight and absolute precision.

  • The NASA Benchmark: To validate our systems, Odin has participated in accelerometer calibration comparisons with the NASA AMAP Metrology Group in conjunction with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).

  • Global Accountability: Our lab actively participates in three different inter-laboratory comparison programs, including international comparisons with the Brüel & Kjær factory.

  • Specialized Staff: Our team boasts a combined experience of over 50 years, led by President Mike Dickerson, Principal Mike Dickerson Sr. and Lab Director Francisco “Fio” Irarrazabal (Physics/Mechanical Engineering).

     

4:1 Standard & Audit-Ready Results

At Odin Metrology, accuracy is not a target, it is an absolute baseline.

A cornerstone of our metrological integrity is the stringent calculation of measurement uncertainties. Every calibration is performed in a strictly controlled environment, ensuring total NIST-traceability and compliance with the most rigorous quality standards.

  • The 4:1 Test Uncertainty Ratio (TUR): We engineer our procedures to ascertain a minimum 4:1 TUR.

  • Total Transparency: In the rare event that a 4:1 ratio cannot be fulfilled, the actual calculated uncertainty is explicitly documented on the calibration certificate for your quality audits.

  • Acoustic Precision: We maintain a measurement uncertainty of ±0.11 dB, backed by laboratory references at 251 Hz with an uncertainty of ±0.05 dB.

  • Vibration Precision: Our measurement uncertainty is held to ±1.0%, using the Laser Interferometer Accelerometer method for absolute accuracy.

  • Electrical & Frequency: AC Voltage uncertainty is held to ±0.01% (10 mV to 1000 V), and Frequency uncertainty is 0.01% from 40 Hz to 10 MHz.

Strategic Efficiency & Secure Logistics

Precision at the speed of mission-critical—delivering rapid turnaround times without ever sacrificing a decimal point of accuracy.

We recognize that downtime is a project-killer. Our current laboratory modernizations are specifically engineered to minimize turnaround times while maintaining audit-ready documentation.

  • Infrastructure Evolution: Coming online in mid-May 2026, our next-generation calibration equipment will further reduce uncertainties and streamline analytical processes.

  • Digitally Tracked Intake: As part of our modernization, we are deploying a newly optimized intake system to reduce administrative friction and physical turnaround times.

  • Secure Nationwide Logistics: Distance is never a barrier to precision. Our secure protocols ensure your equipment is protected from the moment it leaves your facility until it is safely returned.

  • Insured Custody: While in our possession, your high-fidelity sensors and analyzers are fully covered under Bailee’s insurance and handled exclusively by specialized technicians.

Unwavering Compliance & Quality Assurance

Preserving the integrity of measurement science through technical authority and uncompromising precision.

In a field where accuracy is non-negotiable, Odin remains a Tier-1 partner for the aerospace, defense, and research sectors. We provide the rigorous documentation necessary to satisfy the most demanding quality audits.

  • Flawless Benchmarks: Our mission is to ensure every instrument we calibrate serves as a flawless benchmark for the world’s most demanding industries.

  • ISO Standard Adherence: Every certificate generated is flawlessly verified, audit-ready, and strictly adheres to ISO standards under the oversight of our Compliance Specialist, Karen Hancock.

  • OEM Specification Adherence: We strictly adhere to factory procedures and specifications, ensuring every instrument is verified against the highest possible standards.

  • Priority Intake: We are currently establishing Master Service Agreements (MSAs) for our mid-May operational launch.

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Torben Ehlert | Founder (In Memoriam)

60 years of dedicated experience in measurement science, Torben Ehlert’s name was synonymous with acoustic precision. His career began at the Brüel & Kjær (B&K) headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he spent over three decades mastering the technology and eventually managing B&K’s western calibrations. In 1995, Torben founded Odin Metrology to provide a faster, highly specialized alternative to factory calibration. Though we have now said goodbye to him, his uncompromising commitment to absolute precision remains the bedrock of our company today.

Harold J. Lynch | Co-Founder (In Memoriam)

Harold Lynch was an instrumental force in the foundation and decades-long success of Odin Metrology. Bringing 38 years of specialized industry expertise, Harold began his career at Brüel & Kjær in 1987, quickly rising to become the Service Manager for California by 1992. In 1995, he left to help launch Odin. Known for his exceptional technical acumen—including his pivotal work architecting our advanced accelerometer systems—Harold was a deeply respected expert and a cherished colleague. His legacy of excellence and friendship continues to drive the high standards we uphold.