Metrology solutions from Bowers Group boost manufacturing excellence at Tenable Screw Company

Tenable Screw Company, a respected name in precision subcontract manufacturing, has seen a significant boost in its operating standards with the help of measurement solutions from Bowers Group, including the Baty R14 profile projector and Venture 2510 vision system.

As a company driven by the quality and precision required to serve critical applications, Tenable Screw only invests in high-quality inspection tools that enable its team to verify even the most complex features with high precision.

Dan Leigh, Quality & IT Manager at Tenable Screw, says: “Our association with Bowers Group spans many years. We’ve been using their equipment and systems since the beginning, including Baty profile projectors and hand tools that remain in regular use. In fact, we were among the first to own shaft measurement machines on the market.”

He continues: “We endeavour to invest in the best equipment to ensure our machines operate at peak performance, and that the parts they produce are top quality. Many of our components are used in critical applications where failure is not an option. Making sure that the parts that we make are correct is absolutely imperative to both our customers and our success as a business. That’s why we continue to partner with Bowers Group. Our range of Bowers-supplied equipment includes the latest shaft measurement and visual CMM systems, as well as traditional profile projectors, 10 of which are in use across our three sites.”

For Tenable, these tools are more than just equipment, they are the backbone of a commitment to quality that has defined the company for over 75 years. In those years, the business has earned a strong reputation for the economic and efficient manufacturing of precision-turned parts, from prototype development to mass production.

Premier subcontractor

With 228 production machining centres, including 71 CNC machines, Tenable is one of the UK premier subcontract machining companies for high-volume precision-turned parts. With all manufacturing taking place in the UK, the business offers full traceability, certificates of conformity and component-specific quality plans as requested.

Specialising in medium-to-high volume production, Tenable produces components ranging from just 0.3 mm to over 50 mm in diameter, with quantities spanning from thousands to millions. Guaranteeing a high level of precision in every component is paramount, as its customers rely on the company to provide parts that perform flawlessly under extreme conditions. The ability to meet these rigorous standards consistently is what Tenable uses to set itself apart from competitors.

Profile projectors allow the team to measure a wide range of features, compare parts against known standards, and serve as visual inspection tools at various magnifications. The Baty R14 is used both on the shop floor by the production team and by dedicated inspection teams. It is particularly integral to Tenable’s operations, allowing the company to measure complex components with accuracy and efficiency. Designed to handle a wide range of non-contact, intricate measurements, from the tiny details of screw threads to the overall dimensions of components, the R14 ensures every part meets strict quality standards.

A powerhouse in precision measurement, the Baty R14 is specifically designed to tackle the most demanding component inspection tasks. The profile projector boasts a 14-inch screen, providing clear and detailed images for accurate measurement of complex parts. Whether it’s intricate thread profiles, or small, precision-machined turned parts, the Baty R14’s robust optics and intuitive digital readout system ensure that every measurement is accurate and reliable.

Vision system

Tenable also leverages the capabilities of the Baty Venture 2510 vision system to boost its precision measurement processes. This vision system is particularly valuable due to its ability to measure intricate features on small components with high accuracy.

The Baty Venture 2510 is designed to provide accurate and efficient inspection of complex components, which is essential in industries where even the smallest deviation can lead to significant issues. For Tenable, this level of precision is crucial. With its customer base, even the smallest deviation from specification can lead to component failure, safety risks or costly downtime.

By integrating the Venture into its quality control processes, inspection teams are able to verify critical dimensions quickly and reliably. This not only boosts productivity but also minimises the risk of defects.

With its wealth of on-site modern equipment speeding up inspection processes, skilled inspectors at Tenable can now focus more on critical features. Traditional hand tools, such as a plethora of Moore & Wright hand tools, also continue to play a key role in areas of the company.