RISE and Toponova AB invite you to a full-day course in surface structure according to ISO GPS on January 21, 2026 in Borås. The aim is to give professionals in the Swedish manufacturing industry a clear understanding of the new ISO standards for surface structure and how these affect design, production and quality assurance.
The latest ISO GPS standards provide a comprehensive framework for specifying and measuring surface texture. The course covers the standards ISO 25178-1 (area/3D) and ISO 21920-1 (profile/2D) and clarifies how these interact with previous standards such as ISO 1302. By combining theory and practice, the training provides a holistic perspective on how surface quality can be controlled, verified and documented in modern production environments.
Purpose and background
Surface texture affects the function, lifespan and performance of the product. A correctly specified and verified surface texture is a prerequisite for achieving specified fit, friction and tightness. At the same time, demands for traceability, digitalization and standardized communication between design, production and control are increasing.
The course is designed to meet these needs by conveying the basic principles of the ISO GPS system and how it can be used to improve precision and repeatability in quality work. RISE and Toponova have combined their areas of expertise in this initiative. RISE brings its research-based knowledge in metrology and testing, while Toponova contributes three decades of experience in practical application and training in requirements setting and surface texture measurement.
During the day, the following will be covered, among other things:
- What surface structure is and how it affects functional properties.
- How symbols, parameters and tolerances are used in requirements setting.
- The new standards ISO 21920-1 (profile) and ISO 25178-1 (area).
- Differences from and transition from ISO 1302.
- Practical measurement methods, calibration and traceability.
- Evaluation and documentation of measurement results.
Who is the course for?
The training is aimed at designers, processors, manufacturing, quality and measurement technicians who are responsible for requirements setting, production or verification of component surfaces. The content is designed to provide a common understanding between design and quality functions, which reduces the risk of interpretation disputes and facilitates internal communication.
By applying the new ISO GPS standards, companies can ensure that their products meet specified functional requirements while reducing costs associated with rework, scrapping and complaints.
Practical information
Date: January 21, 2026
Location: RISE, Borås
Time: 08:00–17:00
Last day to register: January 15, 2026
Contact: Helena Björk, RISE – +46 10 516 58 12
Registration: via RISE education page
Course leader
The course is led by Stefan Rosén. Since 1995, he has completed over 2,600 projects in measurement, analysis and verification of surface quality. He is an active member of SIS (Swedish Institute for Standards) and participates in the technical committee responsible for ISO GPS: measurement technology and surface structure.
Stefan Rosén is also a SIS Training Partner®, which means that the course material is based on official standards and may contain authorized excerpts from them. His experience in both standardization work and practical application gives participants a rare opportunity to understand how theory is translated into concrete measurement tasks.
Why participate?
Consistent and accurate work with surface structure is crucial to achieving dimensional stability and long-term quality in manufactured components. The course in Borås offers an opportunity to delve into an area that is often overlooked but has a major impact on the functional performance of the product.
By participating, you strengthen the expertise throughout the chain – from design to measurement and final inspection – and lay the foundation for more reliable results, more efficient processes and increased understanding between technical areas.
Register for the course in Borås and ensure that your company applies the new ISO GPS standards in a correct and uniform manner.