Charlotte, NC – F.D. Hurka Metrology continues serving North Carolina manufacturers with metrology traceability services in Charlotte that maintain measurement accuracy to national standards. The Charlotte-based calibration laboratory has provided these services since 1972, helping companies avoid costly quality failures and regulatory compliance issues.
Manufacturing facilities depend on accurate measurements to produce parts that meet customer specifications. When measurement instruments lose their connection to national standards, production quality suffers and customer disputes arise. F.D. Hurka Metrology addresses this challenge through rigorous NIST traceable calibration services that validate every measurement.
Gage Block Calibration Services in North Carolina Support Critical Industries
The company's gage block calibration services in North Carolina serve aerospace, automotive, medical device, and defense manufacturers. These industries require documented measurement traceability for regulatory compliance and product acceptance.
Aerospace manufacturing applications include:
Turbine blade dimensional verification
Wing assembly measurement standards
Engine component quality control
Coordinate measuring machine setup
Automotive industry requirements include:
Engine block dimensional control
Transmission case measurements
Suspension component verification
High-volume production accuracy
Federal Aviation Administration regulations require traceable calibrations for aircraft component manufacturing. Automotive suppliers must meet IATF 16949 requirements that include measurement traceability. Medical device manufacturers face FDA regulations demanding calibration documentation for market approval.
Charlotte-Based Laboratory Delivers Regional Coverage
F.D. Hurka Metrology's metrology traceability services in Charlotte provide convenient access for manufacturers throughout the region. The laboratory maintains A2LA accreditation for dimensional measurements, including gage blocks across all standard grades and sizes.
The calibration process begins with incoming inspection and cleaning of customer gage blocks. Electronic comparators measure each block against certified reference standards under controlled temperature conditions. Individual calibration certificates document actual dimensions, deviations from nominal values, and measurement uncertainty.
NIST Traceable Calibration Services in NC Meet Documentation Standards
The laboratory's NIST traceable calibration services in NC follow strict documentation requirements that satisfy regulatory audits. Each calibration certificate identifies the measurement method used, reference standards employed, environmental conditions, and complete uncertainty analysis.
NIST defines traceability as the property of a measurement result that connects to references through documented calibration chains. Each link in this chain requires documented measurement uncertainty. The metrology traceability services in Charlotte maintain working standards that trace directly to NIST through accredited calibration laboratories.
Precision Gage Block Calibration Services Prevent Quality Costs
The company's precision gage block calibration services prevent measurement-related quality failures that can cost manufacturers significantly more than calibration investments. According to the American Society for Quality, poor measurement systems contribute to 10-20% of total quality costs in manufacturing operations.
Calibration costs typically represent less than 1% of total quality expenses. However, proper calibration prevents measurement errors that could cost 10-100 times the calibration investment. This favorable ratio makes calibration one of the most cost-effective quality investments manufacturers can make.
Laboratory Capabilities Support Diverse Manufacturing Needs
F.D. Hurka Company calibrates gage blocks from 0.1002 inches to 20 inches in length. Metric capabilities extend from 0.5 mm to 500 mm. Measurement uncertainty ranges from ±0.000008 inches to ±0.000040 inches, depending on block size and grade requirements.
The laboratory provides grade AS-1, AS-2, and B+ gage block calibration services across metric and inch dimensions. Quick turnaround times minimize equipment downtime while maintaining calibration intervals. Competitive pricing makes quality calibration affordable for manufacturers of all sizes.
Regulatory compliance requires documented measurement traceability across multiple industries. FDA 21 CFR Part 820 mandates traceable calibrations for medical device manufacturing. ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation demands measurement traceability for testing services. These requirements create legal obligations for proper calibration documentation.
Contact F.D. Hurka Metrology for Reliable Calibration Solutions
Manufacturers seeking reliable NIST traceable calibration services can contact F.D. Hurka Metrology to discuss their measurement traceability requirements and schedule calibration services that protect product quality and regulatory compliance. The company's experienced team provides personalized consultation to determine appropriate calibration intervals and documentation needs for each manufacturing application.
