Birdsall Tool and Gage Company

Gages - Calibrating Electronic Gages

2009-07-21T14:47:00.004-04:00

Having an electronic gage on your floor
can look impressive but if the gage is not
maintained properly and routinely calibrated,
it can lead you down a path of non-conforming
parts.  Simple attribute gages have a way of letting
you know through visual wear when they are
not working properly, and  they are very
predictable with setting up certification intervals.
Electronic gages on the other hand look impressive 
but when they are in need of calibration, it can
be caused by a careless bump or by dropping a
part into it with a little too much force.
See what is being done for Gage Calibration.

The best way to keep an electronic gage in service
is to design masters that duplicate your product
that you are inspecting.  Birdsall Tool & Gage builds
electronic gages that can quickly reset themselves
using a customer master.  With a simple chart and a
quick calibration at the beginning and end of a shift,
you decrease the possibility of scrap.  BTG gages also
can be programmed to give feedback to a machine
control so it is even more important to cycle the
master in and out of the gage frequently.  The cycle
time of calibration is as fast as inspecting a part, so in
most cases the re-calibration can be performed while
a machining cycle is in progress, eliminating any cost
for calibration.

Operator training is very important in that it challenges
the operator to be sensitive to any external issues that
might jolt or knock the gage out of calibration.   BTG
also specializes in failure analysis of gaging systems to
foolproof them from the most common causes of damage
in your environment.  Sometimes this is a simple as a custom
guard around a probe or as complicated as dual probes for
a single attribute.  The dual probe concept compares
readings and if there is a variance in readings at a
predetermined interval, the gage can warn the operator
that it is in need of calibration.

Birdsall Tool and Gage Company offers information on
the top questions asked about Gages.

Or the gage experts can be contacted at 248-474-5150.

Weather The Econonic Storm With Gages?

2009-06-01T10:28:00.005-04:00

In these troubled times, Birdsall Tool & Gage Company
is prepared to weather the economicstorm.  We are a
second generation family owned business with a
conservative history.  We own our own manufacturing
plant and all our equipment is paid for. We are available
to serveour clients now and in the future.  The US auto
industry will be reborn and we are committed
to help with that process.

When planning for the future there are three ways to
address your gaging needs: Tactical,Logistical, and
Strategic.  In troubled times when money is tight, it is
easy to try the first two methods and in the end, fall
short of a long term plan.

Tactical gaging is when we put out the fire with a
quick fix.  Sometimes GD&T tolerancing is ignored to
save money.  Those who use the Logistical approach
will look at the current needs and plan the gaging within
a box, focusing on the current part that is being produced.

Strategic gaging looks not only at the immediate need
and the current part requirements but also into the future
to what might happen in product development.  Some of
the questions that need to be asked include possible part
changes during the production cycle, future use of current
gages on other products, production quantity variables,
and many other futuristic product advancements.

Birdsall Tool & Gage has years of experience, a design library
second to none, and a desire to be a part of the strategic future
of its customers.  Visit our web site, join our blog, 
add your name to our mailing list, or give us a call.  Join us in
fighting for a better tomorrow and great products now and in the future.

Gage Expert Solves Huge Manufacturing Problems

2009-05-27T19:16:00.002-04:00

Birdsall Tool and Gage Company has been credited with eliminating a huge manufacturing fear. Experts in the engineering community have reached out to the team at BTG and asked the tough questions about how to increase production part quality. Here are a few of the inquiries:

Birdsall Tool and Gage Company designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Are Your Gage Questions Answered?

2009-05-19T13:07:00.004-04:00

The complexity of the machining process of production parts with any product can vary greatly and thus increases the chance of scrapped parts, cost over-runs, and poor overall product quality.

Custom Gages are used as a tool to catch production line problems early, make adjustments to the machining process, and stop trends in part size BEFORE they lead to bad parts.

The team at Birdsall Tool & Gage Company, experts in the creation of custom gages for the product manufacturing environment, have offered an online advice column on Gages as a service to the manufacturing and engineering communities concerned about overall product quality. Some of the features of the page are:

Free whitepapers regarding common gage questions for manufacturing
Free answers to your gage related questions
Links to the Birdsall Tool & Gage Company blog, RSS Feed, and Twitter accounts

What's Your Question about Gages?

Hand Gages Are Not Always the Best Solution

2009-04-21T08:34:00.017-04:00

Whenever you use hand gages be aware of some of the pitfalls that can negatively affect your measuring results. Hand gages by definition explain part of the risk. They are completely dependent on the operator regarding tension, inspection location, and working condition. A simple electronic fixture gage can resolve most of these problems and also improve the performance of a GR&R Study. Let's review a few hand gages and their pitfalls.

Calipers are fast and easy to handle but at the same time, the results can vary based on finger pressure, angle of the inspection, and the blades wearing out. A simple fixture gage that holds a part in specific locations and a couple of probes that are mounted at 90 degree angles from the part will give you consistent results.

Height Gages also have their drawbacks. To properly use a height gage, a makeshift staging area is needed. An operator tends to forgets that although the height gage might have been certified, the staging area is usually made up of uncertified V-blocks and surface areas. Many times, an operator will create a clamping system for temporary use that distorts the part and throws off the reading. A fixture gage that is custom built will have all of its components certified, the location areas will be consistent, and the results of your study will improve.

When inspecting production parts, it is not only important to find the bad parts, but it is also important to make sure you are not throwing away good parts that have been inspected wrong.
If you would like further information or if you have an inspection requirement that needs to be evaluated, please contact us and we would be happy to review your application and recommend the appropriate gaging solution.

Visit our page dedicated to the ways Quality Engineers and Production Engineers are using gages to make their lives easier.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Top Ways Gages Are Reducing Scrap and Waste

2009-03-26T11:08:00.006-04:00

Every Quality Engineer and Production Engineer knows that it is extremely important to do everything and anything possible to reduce waste and scrap in the process of production parts manufacturing.

The key component in managing this effort is the development and implementation of custom gages to control and measure the quality output in the manufacturing of production parts.

Gages act as a quality benchmark for production parts and stop waste and scrap before it is produced in these processes.

Visit our page dedicated to the ways Quality Engineer’s and Production Engineer’s are using gages to make their lives easier.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Top 10 Gaging Tips

2009-02-16T09:31:00.015-05:00

The top ten considerations when evaluating your gaging needs:

1) What dimensions do I need to check? Most part prints use geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). It is a system of symbols, rules and definitions used to define the geometry of mechanical parts. Think of GD&T as a common thread that ties production requirements, vendor capabilities, and the quality department together using the same symbols, rules, and definitions. This standardized system keeps all parties on track with the same goals. Sit down with engineering, manufacturers, and the quality department to decide what dimensions you would like to monitor. Birdsall Tool & Gage is available to assist with this process by lending years of experience.

2) How many parts am I manufacturing? There are many factors that affect the cost of gaging but the key component in gage design is choosing the right gaging method and technology with the production demands on the gages. Custom gaging can reduce cycle time but if there are not enough parts produced, it is sometimes better to check short run parts in a gage lab with traditional off the shelf gages.

3) Will I need to collect data? With the advent of PC technology, the collection and processing of information is easy and flexible. If data collection is not necessary traditional indicators can reduce the total cost of gaging. In some cases only attribute gages are required, greatly reducing cost.

4) Will I need to feed back data to a machining operation? Birdsall Tool & Gage offers several data collecting solutions that also identify parts out of spec. and provide feedback to controls that adjust manufacturing operations.

5) How much time do I have to check my parts? With any manufacturing process, time is money. Knowing where, when, and how long you have to inspect parts greatly affects the design of a gage. Carefully analyzing your manufacturing process and planning inspection locations and available cycle times is a key component in managing the cost of gaging.

6) Will I need operator training? This is a critical component in gage design. It is possible to design a gage that is too complicated for the staff available. Like any piece of equipment, much of the success depends on an operator's ability to maintain and smoothly operate the equipment. Birdsall Tool & Gage can offer several levels of training depending on the situation. Make sure training is a part of your design process for ultimate success.

7) Will I have part design changes? Gage versatility costs money but if needed, it can save a tremendous amount of time and money. If there is a strong possibility that the part you are manufacturing might evolve during the production cycle, include on-the-fly flexible adjustment to your gaging needs.

8) Will I need spare parts and/or a backup gage? Well thought out gages can save time by reducing scrap and monitoring machining performance. Once there is a good gage in place, only the failure of the gage can lead to scrapped product. Carefully consider spare parts and in critical situations, build in a backup gage if gage repair is extensive. Environment can play a role in longevity of gaging too.

9) Have I purchased a gage to check a similar part? Many problems can be avoided by learning from our mistakes and borrowing ideas from successfully manufactured products. Sharing resources with other production engineers and reviewing current gaging methods on existing lines can help avoid similar mistakes. It can also help by improving on existing methods already in use. Birdsall Tool & Gage has thousands of gage designs on file. We would be happy to share our past experiences and gage concepts with our customers.

10) What kind of inspection and maintenance will I need on the gages? Knowing the capabilities of your gage lab will help in the design process and total cost of gaging. Maintaining gaging so that it is properly working helps to fine tune the production process. If the gage design will require external expertise to maintain and inspect, make sure you build that into your processes and procedures. It is also important to make sure the resources needed to maintain the gages are available to you after the gages have been purchased and are up and running.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Birdsall Tool and Gage Launches MilitaryGage.com

2009-02-05T15:23:00.002-05:00

The team at Birdsall Tool and Gage Company is pleased to announce the launch of MilitaryGage.com, a website dedicated towards the uses and professional engineering of gaging Military parts. Here is an excerpt from the new Website:

Birdsall Tool & Gage can provide gages and gage systems with or without digital readouts. BTG builds functional gages to check ballistic components, rifle and all kinds of weapon components. Our gaging systems can be as simple as go/no-go gages to complex multiple characteristic gages with capacity to store readings, calculate SPC data, and also give feedback to controllers that monitor machining operations. Gage calibration is an important ingredient in an overall quality control program. As such, it must be given the same attention as other quality programs. That means that the calibration process must be structured and administered by a trained, competent staff. Consider it an investment in quality manufacturing -- insurance against the production of nonconforming parts. Read On.

Birdsall Tool and Gage Launches AirGages.com

2009-02-05T14:39:00.003-05:00

The team at Birdsall Tool and Gage Company has launched a website dedicated to the description and professional uses for Air Gages in the manufacturing and engineering processes. Here is a sample excerpt from the website:

Air Gaging is a highly accurate method of checking tight tolerance features. Air Gaging can be used to check bores or shafts, where accuracy and repeatability are critical.

Air gages use air flow to measure size. The rate of air flow is proportional to the clearance. To set an air gage, the rate of air flow is measured using masters that are calibrated to the high and low of the part tolerance. In the past, air columns were used to tell if a part was good or bad. These are column instruments were essentially an air flow indicator. Pressurized air suspended a float in a transparent tube; this float moved up and down in the tube according to the flow of air. From the top of the tube, the air flowed through a hose and exhausted through the clearance between the gage device and the work piece. Read On.

Gage Calibration, Repeatability, and Reproducibility

2009-01-22T10:33:00.008-05:00

Gage calibration is the foundation of a quality program. Making sure that measuring instruments are properly calibrated is critical to quality manufacturing operations. A gage that doesn't read accurately, and repeatably will compromise the integrity of quality control systems.
Gage calibration is only the first step to gage integrity. A well calibrated gage can give an accurate reading but without gage repeatability and reproducibility, there is no guarantee that a second or third measurement will be the same. A quality control department's reputation is based on their ability to prove, duplicate, and defend manufacturing dimensional data.

The number one problem in evaluating a gage design is understanding the design influences, sample part conditions, and location methods that affect the success of a gage passing a GR&R study.

Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies provide information on measurement system performance by using ratios of measurement variation and part tolerance gathered from multiple part and operator measurements. If measurement variation can be reduced and GR&R ratios improved, it is easier to differentiate between parts that are in or out of specification, allowing parts to be accepted or rejected with greater confidence.

In GR&R studies, several ratios are calculated. Two of the most important ratios are measurement variation to part tolerance and measurement variation to total variation.

The first ratio, the ratio of measurement variation to part tolerance, represents how well it can be determined whether a part is in specification. If the measurement error is too large, poor parts will be accepted and good parts rejected.

One very critical component in the design of a gage is to study the location points; where the part will rest in the gage. Even the condition of the surface of those location points on a part can have devastating results when GR&R is performed. Surface finish and softness of a contact surface of a part can cause wear between checks and change the orientation and location of the measured dimension. This means that the gage integrity is related to the quality of contact surfaces on the individual parts. Even dust, dirt, coolant, and other impurities will affect the performance of the gage. A lack of understanding behind the math of a GR&R and what influences data can result in a poorly designed gage.

Birdsall Tool & Gage has years of experience, a gage library unmatched in the industry, and the courage to speak clearly with a client who wants to implement best gage practices and reduce the total cost of gaging while enhancing the reputation of the customer's quality control department.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Custom Gaging Saves Time and Money

2008-12-08T10:43:00.013-05:00

Off the shelf gaging might seem like it is an inexpensive way to reduce gaging costs. Spinning through an on line catalog you will find all kinds of simple electronic and dial indicator gages that work as hand held gages or bench mounted gages. Some of these gages even collect data. When they first hit the market, they were a huge improvement over traditional hand gages. If there is an application where an operator has one dimension to check and there is plenty of time to check parts, this could be a solution that will save money.

Off the shelf gaging usually only checks one dimension at a time. Custom gaging can combine many dimensional and concentricity characteristics greatly reducing the number of gages needed and most importantly, reducing the time it takes to check each part. Custom gages can now be programmed to store data, give feedback to machinery, provide SPC information to a quality lab, and track frequency of inspection. They are even able to mark bad parts for sorting safety.

Custom gaging is now more flexible and the electronics are recyclable. Custom gages used to be difficult to recycle. The new generation of custom gages built by Birdsall Tool & Gage reduces the conversion costs and part print changes.

Send us your part prints and needs and we will help you combine checks and reduce your total cost of gaging.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Gage Resources

2008-11-13T14:43:00.004-05:00

The team at Birdsall Tool and Gage Company is pleased to offer the following quality Gage resources for you to utilize. These resources are specifically recommended because of their content related to Gage Design and Tool and Gage Design.

Birdsall Tool and Gage Company - Designs and builds custom gages to specification.

Tool and Gage RSS Feed - A RSS feed specifically for the Tool and Gage Industry.

Tool and Gage Wiki - A Wikipedia site designed for the Tool and Gage Industry.

Tool and Gage Syndicated Content - A syndicated website for good quality tool and gage content.

Tool and Gage Expert - David Birdsall, a Tool and Gage industry expert for over 30 years.

Gage Press Release - Press release with content covering the Tool & Gage Industry. Content courtesy of Birdsall Tool & Gage Company.

Gaging All Things Round:Solutions

2008-11-13T14:19:00.008-05:00

More often than not, the biggest battle in controlling quality is in measuring the ID and OD of parts. Ring Gages and Plug Gages work well when determining if two parts will fit together. The problem with this method of gaging is that deviation from roundness and size are not measured or monitored. On the plus side, these gages are fairly inexpensive and easy to use; the gages either go on the part or they don’t.

There are many alternatives to attribute gages and as one might expect, there are a wide variety of solutions for measuring inside and outside diameters. Some considerations when choosing a gaging solution are your tolerances, surface finishes, part length, and depths. Remember the ten-to-one rule. If you have a tolerance of +/-0.005 inches, you will need a gage that is accurate to +/-0.0005 inches. Keep in mind that beyond this, you might have a GR&R (Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility) requirement and without fixed and repeatable location points, it is very difficult to pass a GR&R for an ID/OD dimension; placing the part in the gage with the same orientation every time is almost impossible.

The next step is to determine frequency of use, plant location of check, and environment. Birdsall Tool & Gage has plenty of experience in matching the right gage to your application. With a part print and a short survey we are able to present several options that take into consideration the total gaging cost; a blend of flexibility, pricing, calibration requirements, operator skills, and recyclability.

Measuring ID and OD size is not always enough. Many times these checks are tied in with other critical Dimensions. Fixture and Bench Gages have the ability to check runout, concentricity, and most other relationships. With the advent of computers, the cost for multiple related tolerances has greatly decreased. BTG offers several computer based solutions with easy to use programmable controls. It is also very easy to recycle the electronics from one gage to another or to change the function of the gage when product engineering changes occur. Even for low production levels it isn’t necessary to run parts back and forth to a centralized CMM machine or layout room. Gaging systems with complicated checks are now attainable for most gaging budgets.

David Birdsall PresidentBirdsall Tool & Gage Co. Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

The Auto Industry and Energy

2008-11-11T09:22:00.009-05:00

Over the past few years the Big Three have done a wonderful job increasing quality, decreasing legacy costs, and designing cars and trucks that are attractive to the American consumer. Ford and GM have increased their global reach and improved their world image.

These changes set the stage for a great comeback but they were not soon enough to overcome the massive credit crunch and Wall Street melt down. The Big Three have shown that under normal ups and downs in the economy, they are able to adjust their business plans to survive.

These are not normal times. There are very few businesses that have the ability to absorb 30% or more reductions in sales in a matter of months, especially with such labor and capital intensive products. Cutting production only increases the per vehicle costs. The capital equipment and buildings supporting these lines are expensive to maintain even if idle.

The auto companies are victims to external forces beyond their control. Being a free market capitalist, I do not take lightly government intervention but in catastrophes of this magnitude, government does have a role. It is time for the government to step in and help the auto industry bridge the short term gap in dwindling sales.

This isn't enough. We all know that the price of oil will drastically drop as we decrease our need for foreign oil. This means that a massive retooling of the auto industry to support the use of clean and efficient energy will require protections that encourage customers to purchase these new vehicles regardless of the price of gas at the pump. Two years developing an electric car for production is ludicrous if the moment they come off the line, people rush back to gas guzzling trucks and cars.

President Elect Obama has a chance to change our dependence in foreign oil while jump starting the American Auto Industry. A comprehensive energy plan that protects the auto companies from fickle consumers while motivating them to decrease the footprint of new entries into the USA market with US made components is a job creating, energy saving, and economically sound solution that will define who we will be as a nation.

David Birdsall
President
Birdsall Tool & Gage Co.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Awards

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Our quality system has been the recipient of numerous Customer Quality Awards. The benefit to you is that we are applying our quality knowledge in the manufacture of your tools and gages. Some of our awards are:

ISO 9001:2000
Ford Q-101
General Motors "Targets for Excellence" in Leadership, Quality and Technology.
Masco Tech - Forming Products Groups quality award
General Dynamics Land Systems Division MIL-STD-45662A.
Score Card award in the American Axle Scale Program

Company History

2008-11-10T15:06:00.005-05:00

In 1970, the founder, bought a few pieces of machinery and started Birdsall Tool & Gage from his garage on Cavell Street in Livonia, MI. In a short period of time, the business grew and the company moved to a small 4000 sq ft building he rented in Farmington on Sunnydale.

Then in 1978, the business had grown enough that he purchased land, built a 5000 square foot building and moved the company again to our present location on Crestview Court in Farmington Hills. In 1980, the building size doubled to 10,000 sq ft. manufacturing and 3000 sq ft. office.

By the end of 1982, the company had grown in size to $1,000,000 in sales. Over the next 10 years, the company grew again to over $3,500,000 in sales.

Quote Request

2008-11-10T15:01:00.002-05:00

The team at Birdsall Tool and Gage Company strives for excellence in all areas of production, engineering, and customer service. We are always interested in assisting prospective customers with the estimation and quoting process for customer gage design and development.

Please contact us today for your FREE Project Estimate!

The Gage Selection Process

2008-10-23T11:40:00.002-04:00

The most common question we receive from our customers is; “what kind of gage do I need for this application?”

Picking the right gage for your application requires three pieces of information.
1) What is the Tolerance or GD&T specification?
2) What is the production volume?
3) What is the degree of flexibility required?

Birdsall Tool & Gage has the staff and experience to help you with your gaging needs. Give us a call or send us an email with your part prints and some information on your volume and special requirements and we will provide you with solutions that reduce your total cost of gaging. We also have flexible electronic controls that can be recycled when your gaging needs change and/or a gaging system is no longer in use.

When dealing with tolerance issues, it is best to work with a 10 to 1 ratio. So, for a tolerance of +/-.002, you would require a gaging system that was accurate within +/-.0002. Sometimes, your end customer will want your gage systems to pass a “10%” GR&R study. It is very important that a gage house like BTG with years of experience is there to make sure the rest points can support a Gage Repeatability and Reliability study. A great looking gage that is well built with precision and quality components can totally fail a GR&R study if part deformities, surface finishes, repeatable location points, and part rotation are not carefully studied to see how they will affect the results.

Give BTG a call to learn more about the implications of GR&R studies on your parts. We have the expertise to help you determine the proper gaging systems you will need for total gage cost savings and success in measuring your products.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Organizing Attribute Gages Saves Money

2008-10-13T15:26:00.004-04:00

Birdsall Tool and Gage Co. offers attribute gage system management.

Attribute gages are notoriously hard to keep track of. When left laying around, they find themselves under benches, in baskets, and tossed with the garbage. The Birdsall Tool and Gage bench system provides individually marked locations for each attribute gage. Elevated for easy view by staff leaving plenty of room on work surfaces. In some cases, attribute gages are stored in order of use for increased accuracy during inspection.

Management is able to pass by a gaging station and immediately locate any attribute gages that are missing. In many cases, the cost of a Birdsall Tool & Gage management system is less than the price of one or two gages. Check out our web site for more information on how we can reduce your total cost and lower the stress of losing your hand gages.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Birdsall Tool and Gage Launches New Campaign

2008-10-03T14:23:00.009-04:00

Birdsall Tool & Gage in partnership with 7 South Consulting is launching a new sales campaign. This web based program will include news releases, blogs, web site updates, and feedback to improve the sharing of knowledge between our staff and our present and future customers.

Our focus will be proper gage design and development as well as a strategic total cost quality management related to in-line gage design and off line part inspection of manufactured parts and assemblies.

Birdsall Tool & Gage Co. designs and builds fixture gages, fixed gages, inspection and gaging accessories, ring gages, plug gages, thread gages, snap gages, electronic gages, mechanical gages, data collection gages, masters and setting gages, CMM fixtures, special tools and tooling with customer satisfaction in mind. Call 248-474-5150 or email us at blog@birdsalltool.com for more information about our company.

Web Resources

2008-10-03T13:38:00.001-04:00

The team at Birdsall Tool & Gage recommends the following websites and Internet resources for quality information and expertise in the areas of gage design and tooling.

www.AirGages.com
www.AttributeGages.com
www.BirdsallToolandGage.com
www.BlueprintTooling.com
www.bptooling.com
www.contourgages.com
www.DesignandBuildGages.com
www.FixtureGages.com
www.GageSystems.com
www.GonogoGages.com
www.IndicatorGages.com
www.InspectionGages.com
www.MechanicalGages.com
www.PlugGages.com
www.RingGages.com
www.RunOutGages.com
www.SnapGage.com
www.SnapGages.com
www.SplineGages.com
www.StandardGages.com
www.TemplateGages.com
www.VariableGages.com

About Us

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Birdsall Tool & Gage Co.
24735 Crestview Ct.
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
248-474-5150