Quality & metrology
Boosting Efficiency in Compliance Given the extremely competitive environment global aerospace manufacturers operate within, as well as ensuring the precision capabilities of their quality control equipment, the speed and operational efficiency of the sector’s inspection aids are becoming ever more important.
Based in Hampshire, Virtue Aerospace manufactures and oversees the balancing of pump impellers and inducers for the aerospace industry. Precision measurement forms a prerequisite to fulfilling stringent contract requirements for the business, therefore the need for accurate measurements is driven by the demands and expectations of its customers and the strict compliance requirements of the industries it serves. To ensure the highest quality output, Virtue Aerospace entrusted Bowers Group to provide them with a bespoke measurement solution to assist in the delivery of parts that meet the tightest tolerances and the highest levels of accuracy and consistency. Ian Smith, Quality & Environmental Manager at Virtue Aerospace, said: “The introduction of
the measurement system from Bowers Group has reduced inspection time on a specific volume produced part, reducing the process time by a significant margin. The system is easy to set up, user-friendly and reliable, and we’re extremely impressed with the benefits it has brought to our workflow.” Virtue Aerospace manufacture complex precision components for many industries including aerospace & defence. Its reputation for delivering high-quality products has established the company as a respected partner for challenging projects, and its drive to explore new ideas has ensured that the Virtue is a well- respected name in the aerospace industry. The geometry of the fuel pump impellers is absolutely critical for fuel system as it impacts efficiency, flow, durability, and performance. A
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