We are proud of our achievements since our foundation in 1971 and a selection of
these are shown below.
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1971
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Crane Electronics Ltd established by David Crane in Stoke
Golding, Leicestershire, UK |
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1978
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Crane introduces the world's 1st 'smart' transducers - Crane's
UTA (Universal Torque Analysis) system features transducers that 'talk'
to the readout, eliminating set-up errors. "Plug & Play" long
before it became a household expression! |
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1980
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The world's 1st transducers capable of repeatable impact tool
measurement |
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1984
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Crane Inc established for sales and service support to customers
in the Americas, including a calibration laboratory |
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1986
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World's 1st in-line transducers capable of repeatable measurement
of impulse tools |
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1986
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1st practical torque processors incorporating SPC and organised
data collection |
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1990
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Crane moves to larger premises at Jacknell Road, Hinckley,
UK |
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1992
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Achievement of the international quality systems standard
ISO 9000 |
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1994
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UKAS accredited calibration laboratory opens |
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1998
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Crane introduces joint simulation system for use with impulse
tools |
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2002
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Authorised Service Centre concept introduced - bringing repair
and accredited recalibrations closer to our customers |
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2002
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Crane becomes accredited to the international environmental
standard ISO 14000 |
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2003
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Crane moves to larger premises at Watling Drive, Sketchley
Meadows, Hinckley, UK; combining production, development, service, calibration
laboratory and all administrative departments under one roof |
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