Built into the process — not bolted on.
Quality is built into every stage of our machining process — not integrated in at the end. From setup verification through final check, every part is measured against drawing requirements and verified to print before it ships.
Inspection Process
Rather than a single end-of-line check, inspection is integrated at three stages:
Setup & First Article Inspection
Before a full batch run begins, a first article inspection is performed to confirm the setup is producing parts to print. Critical dimensions are verified, offsets are confirmed, and any deviations are resolved before the remainder of the job is run. This catches process issues at the start — not after a full batch.
In-Process Verification
A Renishaw on-machine probing system is used to verify critical features during machining — without removing the part from the fixture. This allows dimensional checks to be performed mid-operation, catching any deviations before final cuts are made and the part is committed.
Final Inspection
Every finished part is inspected against drawing requirements and specifications using calibrated measurement equipment prior to shipment. Dimensions, thread forms, and geometric features are verified to confirm conformance to specified tolerances.
Inspection Equipment
All inspection equipment is maintained and calibrated to ensure measurement accuracy and consistency across jobs.
- Calipers & micrometers
Linear dimensions, outside and inside diameters, wall thickness, and step features. - Height gauge & granite surface plate
Flatness, perpendicularity, parallelism, and referenced step heights from a known datum. - Gage blocks
Calibration reference for measurement equipment and stack-height verification. - Pin gauges
Hole diameter confirmation and location verification. - Thread plug gauges
Thread form, pitch diameter, and fit class verification for threaded features. - Renishaw on-machine probe
In-process dimensional verification without removing the part — confirms feature location, depth, and critical geometry during machining, not after.
Documentation
Inspection records are maintained internally for every job. Dimensional reports and material certifications are available upon request for applicable programs.
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