Nanometrics, Inc operates in the Measuring & controlling devices sector. Nanometrics Incorporated (Nanometrics) is a provider of advanced, high-performance process control metrology systems used primarily in the fabrication of semiconductors, high-brightness light emitting diodes (LEDs), data storage devices and solar photovoltaics. Nanometrics' automated and integrated metrology systems measure critical dimensions, device structures, overlay registration, topography and various thin film properties, including film thickness, as well as optical, electrical and material properties. The Company offers a line of metrology products and technologies to the manufacturing requirements of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Its metrology systems for materials monitor the physical, optical, and electrical characteristics of materials, including compound semiconductor, and silicon wafers. In November 2011, the Company acquired Nanda Technologies, GmbH. In our complete report available for purchase the company is compared to: Measurement Specialties, Inc., Vishay Precision Group, Incorporation and LTX-Credence Corporation.