Engineering Change in Every Dimension
In today’s fast-moving industries, progress isn’t optional — it’s essential. Delta XD was founded on this belief. The name itself tells a clear and purposeful story: Delta (Δ) symbolises change, X stands for extra, and D represents dimension — a bold expression of the company’s mission to drive meaningful transformation and deliver measurable value through advanced engineering and precision measurement.
Founded on Engineering, Built to Evolve
Delta XD is an engineering-led organisation, founded by three seasoned professionals with deep technical expertise and hands-on industry experience:
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Dr Mark Gardner offers strategic vision and commercial leadership, having built and sold a successful engineering-solutions business to a Nasdaq-listed telecoms firm.
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Daniel Lainchbury, COO, brings over 15 years of experience in optical metrology and aerospace quality, including senior roles in satellite communications.
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Quintus Dickinson has more than a decade of expertise in metrology automation and composites, having led capability development at the Rolls-Royce Composites Technology Facility.
From applications and automation to commercial strategy and delivery, the founding team are thoroughbred engineers. Their solutions are grounded in real-world understanding and built to deliver results.
Optical Metrology Specialists — More Than a Service Provider
While engineering services form the backbone of Delta XD’s offering, the company’s expansion into advanced 3D testing recently, cements its role as a true specialist in optical metrology. Delta XD doesn’t simply use high-end tools — it understands them, calibrates them, and customises them to meet complex, high-precision requirements across a wide range of sectors.
Developing and Influencing Change
Delta XD was created not just to respond to change, but to shape it. The team works closely with customers to enhance their capabilities — from integrating cutting-edge hardware and developing tailored software to automating inspection workflows. It’s a collaborative, future-focused approach designed to remove bottlenecks, accelerate outcomes, and enable scalable progress.
Quality at the Core
Quality is not an optional layer — it’s the foundation. Delta XD operates to the highest industry standards, with accreditations including AS9100, JOSCAR, and Cyber Essentials. These certifications reflect a deep commitment to process integrity, supply chain confidence, and information security — all essential in sectors like aerospace, defence, and high-reliability manufacturing.
Why This Logo?
The Delta XD logo is designed to visually express the company’s identity and values. It brings together:
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Blue tones, reflecting projection and light — key elements of optical metrology.
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The Greek delta symbol (Δ), embedded in the name to represent change.
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Polygonal triangles, referencing the STL meshes central to 3D scanning and digital modelling.
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A subtle “certified” badge-like form, symbolising the company’s quality-driven ethos.
Every element is intentional — much like the engineering and service behind Delta XD’s solutions.
Delta XD exists to affect change, be part of change, and help others move forward — with precision, pace, and purpose.
