While browsing several manufacturing reader forums, one question keeps getting repeated. The wording may vary, but the sentiment remains the same:
How do I calibrate XXXXX? Fill in the blank with any number of gages and equipment. Vantek Corp. (North Tonawanda, NY) has compiled a list of calibration procedures from various manufacturers and produced a general calibration procedure for coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). The procedure can be modified to fit a company's specific needs.