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TUR and Picking the Right Load Cell Distributor (UPC vs. PC vs. Calibration Cells)

TUR and Picking the Right Load Cell Distributor (UPC vs. PC vs. Calibration Cells) The Question That Keeps Coming Up A customer recently asked: “The quote earlier was for Ultra-Precision load cells. Do we need to go for that grade to calibrate devices known to within 0.1 %, or is there an alternate model that […]
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Deadweight vs Hydraulic Force Calibration: Understanding the Difference

Deadweight vs. Hydraulic Force Calibration: Understanding the Difference  Selecting between Deadweight vs Hydraulic Force Calibration is one of the most critical decisions in any force calibration laboratory. The choice directly impacts measurement uncertainty, productivity, and compliance with international standards such as ISO 376 and ASTM E74.  This document explains how each method realizes force, the […]
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Understanding the Normal Distribution Made Easy

Understanding the Normal Distribution   The normal distribution, sometimes called the bell curve or Gaussian distribution, is one of the most important concepts in statistics. It describes how values of a variable are spread, and it often appears in nature, science, and everyday life. What is the Normal Distribution? At its core, the normal distribution […]
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The Role of the En Ratio in Force Calibration Confidence

The Role of the En Ratio in Force Calibration Confidence In the world of calibration, proving that your measurements are both accurate and defensible goes beyond simply watching control charts. While control charts are powerful for spotting drift or unusual trends, they don’t answer a critical question: are our stated measurement capabilities truly valid? To […]
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Making Better Measurement Decisions: Understanding Risk in Simple Terms

Understanding Risk: Making Better Measurement Decisions   Understanding Risk Intro:   Why Measurements Aren’t Always Exact Every measurement we take comes with some level of doubt. This doubt is called measurement uncertainty. It’s the range within which the “true value” probably lies. When understanding risk, think of it like reading a ruler: if your eyes […]
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Start With the End in Mind: Working Backwards to Size Your Measurement Equipment and Calibration Provider

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Start With the End in Mind: Working Backwards to Size Your Measurement Equipment and Calibration Provider A practical, risk-informed method for selecting equipment, decision rules, and calibration providers   Abstract Begin with the decision you must defend—product conformance with acceptable risk—and work backwards to derive the measurement capability required of both your equipment and your […]
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Which Force Machine Should I Choose?

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Which Force Machine Should I Choose? Anyone in metrology has asked—or been asked—this question at some point: “What’s the right force machine for my application?”   How do you decide? Word of mouth? A manufacturer’s reputation? Measurement uncertainty? Overall quality? Price? Or some combination of them all? It’s a lot like buying a car.   […]
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Proving Rings vs. Load Cells — Definitions, Accuracy, and a Practical Comparison.

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Proving Rings vs. Load Cells — Definitions, Accuracy, and a Practical Comparison. After teaching many classes for NCSLI, ASQ, and other force measurement programs, one question always seems to come up: Which is better—Proving Rings vs. Load Cells? Instead of giving a one-sided answer, the following section takes a closer look at both options. The […]
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10 Proven Steps to Custom Load Cell Design

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Morehouse Custom Load Cell Design: 10 Steps Encompassing Comprehensive Principles, Innovative Process, and Best Practice Designing a reliable custom load cell starts long before metal is cut or gauges are bonded. It begins with a clear understanding of what is being measured, where the sensor will live, and how its signal will be used. This […]
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