Calibration & Testing
What is torque
calibration?
Torque is the measurement of the rotational force around an axis or, in simple terms, the measurement of the application of a twisting force.
This twisting force is commonly measured and referred to as newton-metres or N⋅m.
Why calibrate torques?
We’re often asked why the rough and ready manual torque tools we throw into tool bags and vehicles everyday require such precise calibration. Providing verified, accurate and calibrated torque tools adds a critical layer to personal and process safety in your operations here in the Pilbara.
Learn more about the importance of frequent torque verification here.
What is torque verification?
Torque verification entails recording this precise force or output against a specialised torque verification unit. This guarantees that the tool’s displayed setting is matched to its output.
The Importance of Frequent Torque Verification
Manual torque wrench used within the industry must be calibrated every 12 months or 5,000 cycles (whichever comes first).
Meeting this standard maintains your site compliance with ISO standard ISO 6789-1:2017.
Complying with this standard guarantees that your organisation provides your workforce with the safest and most reliable tooling available.
It is important to note that even the most carefully handled and maintained torque equipment can lose accuracy between calibrations. This is usually due to being dropped, poor mechanical practices (e.g., breaking flanges with a torque wrench), exposure to excessive heat and moisture and a variety of other factors.