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Characteristics of Torque Tightening

08/10/2016 09:00 AM

There are a number of ways to tighten bolts, including the torque wrench. This is probably the most common method of bolt tightening, popular for its simplicity and its quickness. Still there are some characteristics of torque tightening to keep in mind when you use these tools. Bearing surface damage Damage can occur due to […]

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torque tightening

Industrial Bolting Tools for Rail Vehicles and Infrastructure

08/03/2016 09:00 AM

1,000,000. That’s how many bolting connections will be needed to complete the Gotthard Base Tunnel, which is expected to begin operations later this year. With a route length of 35 miles and 94 miles of various tunnels and passages below the Swiss Alps, it is both the longest and deepest traffic tunnel on the planet. […]

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industrial bolting , railroad

Which Is More Important: ISO 17025 Accreditation or ISO 9001 Certification?

07/27/2016 09:00 AM

To the casual observer, the terms “accreditation” and “certification” might sound as though they mean the same thing. But ISO – the International Organization for Standardization and the world’s largest accreditation/certification group – defines them differently. As Quality Magazine noted a few years ago, ISO’s hierarchy is set up so that accreditation outranks certification in […]

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Torque Wrench Calibration

The Basics of Proper Torque Wrench Technique

07/20/2016 09:00 AM

When you use a torque wrench, you’re adhering to Hooke’s Law, the core of any torque wrench operation. Torque is a twisting force around a point or axis that is measured by multiplying applied force by the distance through which the force works. The force is measured in pounds or ounces, and the distance in […]

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Torque Wrenches

Maxpro Has A Larger Home

07/13/2016 09:00 AM

It’s been a busy summer for Maxpro. As of this month, we’re in a new home, even though it isn’t that far from our old location. On July 1, we moved into our new headquarters at 427 Sargon Way, Unit D, in Horsham. It’s part of the same office park that we’ve called home since […]

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Calibration

Preventing Torque Wrench Accidents with Industrial Bolting Safety

07/06/2016 09:00 AM

Safety and proper maintenance and care are important when using any tool, especially with powerful precision tools such as torque wrenches. Here are a few tips on how to prevent torque wrench accidents and make sure your torque tools function properly: If you need calibration services for your torque wrench, Maxpro can help. We’ve spent […]

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Calibration , industrial bolting safety

What Does It Mean To Be A2LA Accredited?

06/29/2016 09:00 AM

The non-profit American Association for Laboratory Accreditation – or A2LA – is the only independent, internationally-recognized organization in the country that offers comprehensive laboratory accreditation services. The A2LA’s mission, according to its website, is to provide “independent, world-class accreditation and training programs that inspire confidence in the quality of services and acceptance of results from […]

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Calibration

We’re Moving To A New Location

06/22/2016 09:00 AM

Moving day is fast approaching here at Maxpro. On June 30, we’ll be relocating to a new headquarters just down the road from our existing space, with the goal of being up and running the following day. At 12,000 square feet, the new facility is twice the size of the plant we use now. It […]

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Calibration

Industrial Bolting Tool Applications for the Oil and Gas Industry

06/15/2016 09:00 AM

Oil and gas have helped power the world for the last century. These are busy, demanding industries, and they require tools that are both precise and durable. These tools include torque wrenches, which help find oil, transport it and refine it. Let’s take a closer look at how oil and gas industrial bolting tools help […]

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industrial bolting

Torque Wrench Calibration: ISO 17025 vs ANSI Z540

06/08/2016 09:00 AM

The United States uses two national standards for calibration labs: ANSI Z540, which was introduced in 1994, and ISO 17025, which was developed in 1999.  But what sets them apart? Among the differences are the variations in scope and philosophy.  ANSI Z540 applies only to calibration labs and stresses calibration as well as verification of […]

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Calibration , ISO 17025

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