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At the core of any machining enterprise, metrology and quality control are crucial elements to ensure precision, reliability, and customer satisfaction. These processes are essential to ensure that machined parts meet the required specifications and the highest quality standards. In this article, we will explore the importance of metrology and quality control within a machining company, their key roles, as well as the tools and technologies used to maintain high-quality standards.
Metrology is the science of measurement and the establishment of measurement standards. In the context of machining, metrology is essential for evaluating the compliance of machined parts with required specifications. It encompasses a wide range of activities, including measuring dimensions, surface roughness, flatness, concentricity, straightness, angles, and much more.
Metrological measuring instruments include micrometers, comparators, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), roughness testers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measurement equipment, among others. These tools ensure that machined parts adhere to the dimensional tolerances specified in manufacturing plans.
Quality control goes beyond mere dimension measurement. It is about ensuring that the produced parts meet strict quality standards, are functional, reliable, and compliant with their intended use. Quality control involves thorough inspection procedures to assess the integrity of machined parts.
Quality control techniques include visual inspections, strength tests, durability tests, leak tests, performance tests, and many others. These activities verify that the parts meet safety and reliability requirements.
The Key Role of Traceability
Traceability is an essential aspect of metrology and quality control. It involves systematically documenting and tracking measurement and inspection data for each machined part. Traceability ensures that the history and production process of each part can be traced, which is crucial in case of quality issues or customer claims.
Traceability is particularly crucial in regulated industries such as aerospace and the medical industry, where strict standards must be adhered to for safety and compliance reasons.
Metrology and quality control are essential cornerstones within a machining company. They ensure that machined parts are compliant with specifications, reliable, and safe. Through the use of advanced technologies, machining companies are able to maintain high-quality standards while improving efficiency. Metrology and quality control are at the heart of customer satisfaction and the company’s reputation, making them indispensable aspects of high-precision part manufacturing.
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| 1 | MIYANO | S33XLCY | 4 axes | 100 | 400 | 2000 | ||||||
| 1 | TOP TURN | S33XLCY | 4 axes | 100 | 400 | 2000 | ||||||
| 1 | COLCHESTER HARRISON | COLCHESTER HARRISON | 3 axes + axe C | 100 | 400 | 2000 | ||||||
| 1 | CMZ | TC35Y | 100 | 400 | 2000 | |||||||
| 1 | TOP TURN | S33XLCY | 4 axes | 100 | 400 | 2000 | ||||||
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