Måttbildning

Måttbildning is a Swedish term used to describe the process of creating and communicating measurements and dimensions for objects and spaces in design, engineering, and manufacturing. It encompasses how measurements are determined, expressed, and used to define features, tolerances, and interfaces. In practice, måttbildning includes selecting the type of dimension (linear, angular, radial, or geometric), establishing datum references, and representing values with dimension lines, extension lines, and arrows on technical drawings.

The concept relies on clear, unambiguous representation so that a part can be produced and inspected consistently. It is guided by international standards for dimensioning and tolerancing, and is implemented in computer-aided design (CAD) systems and measurement workflows. Tolerances specify permissible variation; units are typically metric in Sweden (millimeters). The practice supports accurate communication between design and manufacturing, quality control, and procurement.

In quality assurance, måttbildning underpins fit, function, and interchangeability across suppliers and processes. It is linked to metrology and verification through instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines. The term may appear in different disciplines with varying emphasis, but in engineering and construction it is closely aligned with the English concept of dimensioning.

Etymology and usage: the word derives from mått (measure) and bildning (formation). While broadly understood in Swedish technical literature as dimensioning, its exact scope can differ between contexts, ranging from drafting conventions to measurement planning and process implementation.