UKAS ISO10360 Accreditation for Calibration of CMM’ s
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UKAS ISO10360 Accreditation for Calibration of CMM’ s
At QCT, precision and accuracy are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to have held our ISO / IEC 17052:2017 Accreditation to calibrate to UKAS 10360 on Coordinate Measuring Machines( CMM’ s) for 25 years, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards in measurement and calibration. But what does this accreditation mean for us and, more importantly, for you?
What is UKAS 10360
UKAS 10360 refers to the stringent calibration and testing standards set by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service( UKAS) for CMM’ s. It is based on ISO 10360, the international standard for the acceptance and reverification of CMM performance, focusing on precision and reliability in measurement. This accreditation means that our calibration processes meet the highest possible level of traceability and accuracy, ensuring that all results can be trusted to the finest detail.
Standard Calibration vs. UKAS Calibration
Standard calibration is a routine check against known calibrated artifacts calibrated to National Standards to ensure that the measuring machine is functioning and measuring linearly correctly. However, UKAS accredited calibration goes far beyond. It involves a comprehensive evaluation of the CMM, verified against recognized standards, also including probing uncertainties and the machines temperature & environment This level of scrutiny provides absolute confidence in
the machine’ s performance, giving customers results that meet the most rigorous quality assurance criteria, with a full volumetric accuracy of the CMM. In short, UKAS calibration offers a higher degree of trust and certification.
How Long Have QCT Been Accredited
QCT have been accredited to UKAS 10360 standards for over 25 years, and during that time, we have continually honed our expertise. This longevity demonstrates our ongoing dedication to precision and quality, reinforcing our place as a trusted leader in the calibration of CMM’ s.
What Results Are Provided
QCT’ s UKAS calibration provides in-depth reports, detailing measurement uncertainties and the performance of your CMM across multiple parameters. You will receive a comprehensive summary of your machine’ s capabilities, pinpointing areas of improvement, if necessary, and certifying its volumetric accuracy for the most demanding tasks.
Volumetric Accuracy
Volumetric accuracy is critical in 3D measurement, and our UKAS accreditation ensures that we evaluate this crucial parameter with utmost precision. Whether your CMM is used for large or small volumes, our calibration guarantees that your measurements will be accurate across the full working range of your machine.
ISO Numbers and Their Coverage
Our UKAS accreditation encompasses several ISO standards, including:
• ISO 10360-2:2009. This covers length measurement accuracy on CMMs, ensuring precise linear dimensions.
• ISO 10360-5:2010 & ISO 10360- 5:2020. Focuses on probing performance, a key factor in determining the accuracy of measurements taken by the CMM’ s probe.
By adhering to these ISO standards, our calibration services provide you with the assurance that your CMM meets global benchmarks for accuracy and reliability.
In conclusion, our UKAS 10360 accreditation is not just a badge of honour, it’ s a commitment to excellence. With this certification, we continue to provide the highest level of measurement accuracy and confidence to our customers, ensuring that every dimension, angle, and shape is measured to perfection.
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