Design and Build – Custom Gaging Solutions
Custom gaging solutions are precision tools designed and built to address specific measurement challenges that standard tools cannot meet. They are ideal for high-volume manufacturing processes that require accurate, repeatable, and fast measurements.
Industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing rely on custom gages to make sure their components meet stringent quality standards while optimizing production time.
Willrich delivers a broad range of custom gaging solutions. These include single-element gages for process auditing, multi-dimensional gages for measuring multiple features, and fully automated gages for high-speed, real-time measurements. Our custom designs also include post-process control gaging systems, final inspection systems, and select fit/match gaging for assembly processes.
Single-element gages are designed to measure one specific feature of a part at a time. These gages can be configured for Go/No-Go checks or provide variable data for more detailed analysis.
Often used to audit a manufacturing process, these tools offer quick, reliable measurements that help identify issues before parts move down the production line, minimizing waste and rework.
Multi-dimensional gages can measure several features of a part simultaneously. This allows for faster and more comprehensive inspection. These tools are used when multiple machining operations are performed on the same part in one setup.
By measuring various dimensions, such as diameter, taper, and straightness, in a single gaging process, manufacturers save time and gain a clearer understanding of the part’s overall quality.
Yes. Willrich specializes in designing gaging solutions for harsh environments, including measuring hot, wet, or cool parts directly on the shop floor.
Our custom gages are built with advanced materials and engineering principles to handle challenging conditions. They maintain consistent measurement accuracy regardless of the part’s condition or the surrounding environment.
Automated gaging systems use servo motion, pneumatics, and electromechanical systems to measure parts without manual intervention. This increases throughput and reduces labor costs. It supports fast, accurate, and repeatable measurements of parts in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Automated systems can also be integrated with production lines for real-time feedback, improving overall process control and minimizing defects.
Post-process control gages are used immediately after machining to measure parts before they move to the next stage of production.
These systems can provide feedback to the machining equipment, adjusting settings to correct any dimensional deviations, preventing faulty parts from being produced. This type of closed-loop feedback helps maintain consistent quality while minimizing scrap and rework.
Final inspection and classification gages are designed to sort parts based on their measurements. For this reason, they meet the required specifications before they leave the production line.
These systems can automatically classify parts into different categories, such as “acceptable,” “rework,” or “reject,” based on their size and tolerance. Automating the classification process, these gages reduce human error and improve consistency in quality control.
Yes, we offer select fit and match gaging solutions for assembly processes. These tools are often used to match components like spacers, shims, or retaining rings, based on their actual size.
Our custom gages can also include pick-to-light systems to guide assembly workers. This means the correct components are selected and fit together properly, reducing errors and assembly time.
To begin, simply reach out to Willrich via email at [email protected]. Our experienced sales engineers will work with you to understand your specific measurement challenges and provide a tailored solution that meets your requirements. From the initial concept to the final delivery, we handle every step with precision and attention to detail.
For a custom gaging solution that fits your unique production needs, contact Willrich Precision Instrument today. Our team is ready to help you improve your measurement processes with speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
