Drawing-based RFQs for shafts, rolls and gauges
Specify rolling components and inspection gauges in separate forms. Establish the drawing revision, function, mating parts and inspection documents before requesting offers.
Connect the name to function and drawing
A rolling mill roll, a shaft and an inspection gauge are different purchasing categories. They may represent a process-contact component, a mechanical shaft and an inspection tool respectively. Local production terminology may also use “gauge” differently, so establish the working surface and function from the drawing.
Form 1: rolling component or shaft
Nominate one controlling drawing and revision. A photograph of a used component does not justify treating its worn dimensions as design dimensions. The technical owner approves dimensional and material requirements.
| Field | Information to supply |
|---|---|
| Application | Line, assembly, functional position and mating parts |
| Geometry | Drawing number, revision, units, approved dimensions and tolerances |
| Material and inspection | Approved material requirement, surfaces, required inspections and report |
| Package | Single component or set, quantity, marking and packaging |
Form 2: inspection gauge
A working gauge may inspect production parts, while a master or reference gauge checks the working gauge. Northern Gauge distinguishes these roles. State which role the order requires; do not assign an API standard or accuracy class merely because it appears in a supplier catalogue.
| Field | Information to supply |
|---|---|
| Object inspected | Product drawing, feature inspected and approved applicable criterion |
| Gauge role | Working or master; type, range and associated gauge |
| Documents | Drawing revision, identity, required calibration and acceptance document |
Resolve an enquiry containing two revisions
In an illustrative enquiry, the drawing is a new revision but an attached old order retains the earlier material note. Confirm the controlling document in writing before quotation. The supplier lists discrepancies and the purchaser approves the governing revision. At handover, dimensional and inspection records refer to that revision. A single governing revision keeps manufacturing, inspection and repeat orders aligned with the same technical requirements.
Industrial supply enquiry
Plan equipment selection, spare parts, procurement and delivery around your production requirements.
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Putting it into practice
Baku Steel: gauges and rolls for tube production
Sofcon supplied Baku Steel Company with working and master gauges and drawing-based statically and centrifugally cast rolls for pipe production.
AIMC: machining equipment supply
Procurement and supply of Drilling Mill equipment for production and maintenance work at Azerbaijan International Mining Company.
Model + serial number
Location + function
Full code + revision
A complete identification card for industrial spare parts
Bring the full part number, drawing revision and application into one card. Add the information specific to bearings, chains or seals and define how alternatives will be approved.