Torque is defined as the tendency of a force to rotate an object about an axis, fulcrum, or pivot. Just as a force is a push or a pull, a torque can be thought of as a twist to an object. Torque is a measure of the turning force on an object such as a bolt or a flywheel. For example, pushing or pulling the handle of a wrench connected to a nut or bolt produces a torque (turning force), that loosens or tightens the nut or bolt. Torque instruments are used in virtually every manufacturing operation and many service functions. The validity of the measurement of torque is what assures accuracy. Accuracy in an assembly process or service function is paramount to quality. For several years, Grand Rapids Metrology has been involved in the calibration of small torque devices, increasing our capacities over time. Currently, we calibrate torque devices up to 250 ft. lbs., but are currently in the process of upgrading our abilities as high as our marketplace requires. This process should be completed in the 2nd quarter of 2014. In addition to providing calibration services for torque devices, we believe that our customers should also have access to purchase the highest quality, most technologically advanced torque devices directly from us. It is for that reason that we have recently partnered with TorcUp, and are now the Michigan distributor for the TorcUp lines. For a full description of TorcUp, please visit www.TORCUP.com. The bottom line is that if you need a torque tool, we can now provide you with the best!
In the words of John Kovacs, President of TorcUp, their tools are “Hydraulic and Pneumatic Torque Tools superior to any other torque tool that came before it. Torque tools that outlast and outperform the competition in any industry to challenge them. With more models, more inventory, more field sales, more ingenuity, TorcUP is the only torque tool supplier who can show YOU what it really means to be DIFFERENT.” We are very excited to be part of the TorcUp team. In addition to their standard products, we can meet most of your custom needs. Call our sales department and we’ll arrange for one of our team members to visit your facility and discuss how the TorcUp line can fill your needs for torque devices. We’ll also discuss how to keep your current devices in calibration so that the product your deliver to your customer is of the highest quality.
