Air Gaging is the inspection tool that allows you to measure many jobs faster, more conveniently and more accurately than other gaging methods. In the measurement of all hole conditions, air gaging is unsurpassed for speed and accuracy. In checking any dimensional characteristic, air offers sufficient magnification and reliability to measure tolerances well beyond the…
When drilling for oil and gas became more challenging and well profiles became more deviated, there was a concern that a drill pipe tool joint might wear through casing. The first laboratory test to investigate the potential damage to the casing was developed by Maurer Engineering in the early 1990’s. Some of you may remember…
Every manufacturing process has a unique set of challenges to face. Thanks to increased complexity and a lack of standardization, the part marking process is no exception. Previously, we’ve discussed how material specification should be the first consideration when selecting the best permanent marking method for your parts. The next step is to understand how…