Is Your CMM Fit for the Future?

Investing in a CMM, whether brand-new or a top-tier refurbished model from Status Metrology, is no small commitment. These precision tools are critical to quality control and represent a long-term asset for any manufacturing operation. These precision tools are the backbone of quality control in modern manufacturing and represent a long-term investment. That’s exactly why it’s so important to look after them properly, because just like a car, a CMM needs regular attention to stay in peak condition.

In this article, we take a closer look at why ongoing maintenance is critical, and how Status Metrology’s tailored service solutions can help protect your investment for years to come.

Why Should I Service My CMM?

• Stay Compliant: When it comes to maintaining your CMM, servicing is non-negotiable. Regardless of your sector, whether you work in Aerospace, Automotive, Nuclear or Maritime, precision engineering is a priority not only to ensure the quality that customers expect, but to remain compliant with different regulations. Therefore, it is vital your metrology equipment is kept in optimal condition.
• Prevent Downtime: CMM maintenance isn’t just a quick clean, it is preventative measures such as lubrication and inspection of critical components. This proactive approach helps identify and address potential issues before they escalate into major problems that could cause unscheduled machine downtime.
• Save Money: Regular maintenance is much more affordable than having to replace a neglected machine. Servicing is a smart investment that helps prevent expensive failures, reduces scrap and rework, and keeps production flowing smoothly.
• Extend Machine Life: Routine maintenance reduces wear and tear, helping your machine continue delivering high-precision results long after the warranty expires. It’s all about maximising your return on investment.

How Status Can Help Maintain Your CMMs

Status Metrology have a suite of maintenance and servicing solutions to help you to keep your metrology operation running as efficiently and as cost effectively as possible. Our service contracts are flexible, practical, and built around what you need. Whether it’s a one-off service or a long-term maintenance partnership, we tailor every plan to suit your operation.

CMM Calibration and Verification

Maintaining the accuracy of your coordinate measuring machine is essential for high-quality inspection – that’s where calibration and verification come in. Verification involves checking that your CMM is operating within its specified manufacturer tolerance without adjusting; with tests designed to confirm repeatability and maximum permissible error.

Then there is calibration. Calibration is much of an in-depth process: a known artefact is measured across multiple axes, allowing technicians to adjust the machine, either physically or through software, in order to restore it to its factory-fresh accuracy.

Flexible Service Plans

Our service and maintenance contracts are designed with flexibility in mind. Whether you’re looking for preventative care to avoid problems before they arise, or a scheduled plan to give your CMM a new lease of life, we’ll find a solution that works for your business.

“We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all service plans,” says Stuart Prince, Service Manager at Status Metrology. “Every client has unique needs, and our job is to support them with expert advice, responsive service, and a proactive approach that keeps their metrology operation performing at its best.”

When you partner with Status, you’re tapping into decades of experience and deep technical know-how. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve built with manufacturers across the UK and of the trust they place in us to keep their machines running reliably and accurately.

Contact Us Today

If you want to discuss how Status can fit your business needs and optimise your CMM, feel free to give us a call on 01159 392 228 or contact us here.