Shock report reveals 1 in 4 workshops play it fast-and-loose with torque accuracy

Shock report reveals 1 in 4 workshops play it fast-and-loose with torque accuracy

A recent industry survey carried out by Norbar Torque Tools has revealed a shocking lack of awareness of the importance of properly maintaining torque-controlled tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers – with a staggering 24% of respondents to the survey admitting that they never calibrated their torque tools.

Philip Brodey, sales director of Norbar, explains: “Although we were aware of the problem, we were truly surprised by its magnitude as revealed by the survey. As specialist torque tool manufacturers we naturally place a great deal of emphasis on the accuracy of our products. But even the most accurate tool needs regular checking and calibration to ensure that it remains within tolerance.”

Norbar Torque Tools offers the most comprehensive UKAS torque calibration facilities in the UK with accreditation for wrenches, multipliers and torque measuring devices between 0.05 and 6,800N.m. Brodey sees this facility as a vital aspect of Norbar’s service: “There is no question that the accuracy of torque setting is crucial in ensuring the safe use of threaded fasteners in critical applications like automotive, aviation or industrial processes,” he warns, “a good quality torque tool obviously helps to ensure accuracy, but tool quality alone is not enough – only regular checking and calibration can deliver that.”