Stamping presses combine the customization of steel stamps, type, and dies with medium- to high-volume repeatability in an easy-to-use marking machine. What is a Stamping Press? Stamping presses, also referred to as impact presses, are either manual or pneumatic marking machines that incorporate a holder filled with steel type, a shank stamp, a roll die, or a numbering head above...Read More

A manufacturer of orthopedic implants needed to improve measurement and documentation proficiency of parts with literally hundreds of configurations. Air gaging was desired because it can quickly and accurately measure precision tapers. But because air gaging is custom-made for the application, there can be just as many air tools as there are part variations —...Read More

Air Gage Mastering, Dual Master SystemsGeorge Schuetz, Mahr Inc. In the past, we have discussed the difference between single and dual master air gaging systems with the emphasis on single masters. This month we’ll look at dual master systems. To summarize, single master air gaging systems have the accuracy built into both the air tooling...Read More

To read more gage tips go to https://www.mahr.de/en-us/Services/Production-metrology/Know-how/ and read any of the several blogs and informational pages available.Read More

George Schuetz, Mahr Inc. Can dirt impact gaging measurements? This article looks at what things can be done to keep your air gage acting properly and without mistakes. You can see other articles about gaging at https://www.mahr.de/en-us/Services/Production-metrology/Know-how/Gaging-Tips/. Accurate air gaging requires proper maintenance of the tooling and vigilance over the air supply. Although the factory...Read More

George Schuetz, Mahr Federal Inc. To read about caliper tips and tricks check out the following article which can also be found here https://www.mahr.de/en-us/Services/Production-metrology/Know-how/Gaging-Tips/ along with several other articles providing Gaging Tips. We are all familiar with the versatility of calipers—Vernier, dial, or digital. On the shop floor, in the inspection room, or even now...Read More

Gaging For SPC: Now Even Simpler George Schuetz, Mahr Inc. To found out more about how gaging for statistical process control can become even simpler then read the article from Mahr Inc. by George Schuetz found at https://www.mahr.de/en-us/Services/Production-metrology/Know-how/Gaging-Tips/ along with several other tips and articles on Gaging. Author’s note: This is an updated version of...Read More

George Schuetz, Mahr Federal Inc. Please read this article by George Schuetz with Mahr Federal Inc. regarding gage calibration its importance and methods to perform the calibration. This article can be very helpful in providing knowledge about gages and calibration for those gages. To learn more please follow this link https://www.mahr.de/en-us/Services/Production-metrology/Know-how/Gaging-Tips/   All gaging equipment...Read More