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Calibration Services
It is with great pleasure that we introduce to you a new program that we know you'll appreciate
more now than ever!
SPX Service Solutions has joined forces with Northstar Calibration to bring you a first class recalibration
program that will save you money. Northstar Calibration is an accredited laboratory
certified by the American Association For Laboratory Accreditation.
In stead of buying new, you can just send it in for certified re-calibration. In addition to recalibration,
repair services are also available, please contact us for a special quote.
We will re-calibrate:
- Torque Wrenches
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Gages (Pressure or Force)
- Dial Indicators
- Digital Multi-meters, Tachometers, Etc.
- Etc.
Why is Calibration of Gages Important?
Quality, whether in a manufacturing or a service shop, starts with a fundamental control principle
- measurement accuracy. Measuring is part of every job we perform, and in order to complete
the job with quality results, we need to know we've done it right. Calibration ensures we can
trust our measurements. It's like doing preventive maintenance on our measuring tools, just like
changing the oil or making adjustments on a vehicle or piece of equipment. Measuring tools
and gages experience wear and tear just like all pieces of equipment, and therefore periodic
calibration is essential to accuracy.
If you want quality of your service activities, you have to start with the fundamentals of known
accuracy, so you know you've made the right diagnosis, adjustments, and repairs to your
customer's unit. It's like insurance in your shop to prevent risk and liability of poor workmanship,
and assure you'll give your customers a high-quality service experience.
Services Provided:
SPX & Northstar Calibration, Inc. provide both calibration and repair services to keep your
gages and tools in good working order. Whether you send it to our laboratory, or we come to
your site, we can calibration dimensional, mechanical, and electronic items, including those on
the attached price list, as well as most other items. Please contact us if you have questions
about any needed services.
We can repair most mechanical tools, including torque wrenches, calipers, indicators, pressure
gages, force gages, etc. Repairs are evaluated and a quote will be sent for your approval prior
to any work being done. In addition, we will advise you of alternatives if the repair cost exceeds
60%of the replacement cost of the item. Some repairs may need to be sent to the
manufacturer, and we will advise you of that in your quote.
For larger shops with numerous tools, we can also do on-site field service for your calibration
needs. Simply provide us a list of your tools & gages, we'll prepare a quotation for calibration
and travel costs for your approval. On-site services give you several advantages, including no
down-time, convenience, and big savings in time and cost to package & shipping your items.
How often do I need to calibrate my gages?
Most gages are calibrated at least annually, sometimes more frequently, sometimes less,
depending on your usage, the environment it's used in, and the precision of the tool. There is
no universal standard, it's your decision how often, and if you're not sure annually is a good
starting point.
We've developed this easy to use program with YOU in mind. All you need to do is click on the
links below and print off the "pdf" of your choice. (You can also print off the price list for quick
reference.) Fill out the form and enclose it in the shipping carton so it can be tracked correctly.
In a matter of a few days you'll be using your instrument with confidence at a fraction of the cost
of a new one.
This new program will be available starting July 14, 2008. If you have any questions you can
email service@northstarcalibration.com.
Please click on links below to view pdfs.
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