Ask a machinist, “What tool do you use most often?” Most likely the answer will be “my calipers.”

The art of precision measurement is essentially all about the data that is obtained in the process and the value that it brings to a manufacturing operation. It is about making decisions based on high quality data.

Many company owners or managers are frequently asked by staff to consider bringing gage and instrument calibration in-house.

For quality inspection, the key is developing a system that can reliably deliver product that is free of defects, and to do that it requires careful software selection.

A brief overview of the key considerations when planning for a torque test, including the different types of torque testing, the different torque sensor styles, accessories, mounts, and other tips and tricks. 

This white paper explores how the automation of operations such as quality inspection and metrology – previously reserved for larger companies with hefty budgets – has changed dramatically with the advent of collaborative robots.