J.A. King Company Newsletter – November 2015

New Product Line: QVI SNAP Systems

JA KingJ.A. King is now a premier distributor for QVI SNAP systems! The SNAP is a full function digital measuring machine that couples a large field of view with a precision moving stage. It is capable of measuring a large variety of parts with multiple critical dimensions quickly and repeatably. The system is easy to use and ideal for the manufacturing floor.


New Capabilities: Sound & Light Calibrations

da cb d ec caadaJ.A. King is now offering NIST-traceable, in-lab calibrations of sound and light meters. We can calibrate white light meters for foot-candle and lux measurement ranges with an accuracy of +/- 2%. We can also calibrate the vast majority of sound level meters on the market, up to 114 dB.


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Enhanced Calibration Labels

JA KingOur calibration labels now feature QR codes! This enhancement provides our customers access to their calibration certificates at their fingertips. Simply scan the code using any cell phone or tablet with a QR code reader installed and your certificate will be immediately downloaded. Imagine how quickly you can retrieve a certificate for your next auditor!


Ask the Experts

One of the most common questions our team encounters is “How often should I calibrate my equipment?” There is no one size fits all answer to this question. The appropriate calibration interval is dictated by your particular quality system, measurement equipment, and application. However, we have compiled a list of important considerations to evaluate when determining calibration frequency.


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Did you know… Cross Company is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Our ESOP started in 1979 and as of 2006, we are 100% employee-owned! Learn more about our ESOP and how that benefits both team members and our customers.
Did you know... the precision measurement group at Cross was founded in 1939 by our current CEO's grandfather, Jim King. That's a whole lot of calibration!
Did you know... A fingerprint weighs about 50 micrograms. We know, we weighed it! The residue left from a finger can actually make a difference in weight results which is why we wear gloves when we calibrate weights. For reference, a sheet of paper is about 4.5 grams, that’s 4.5 million micrograms.
Did you know… Cross Company has grown significantly since our start in 1954. Over the years we've acquired 26 companies! Today, our five groups have expertise in everything from industrial automation to precision measurement, and industry knowledge going all the way back to 1939.