Snap-on Teams With Starrett to Create Precision Measurement Instrument Certification Course

Aug. 21, 2015
Snap-on has joined forces with the L.S. Starrett Company to create the newest addition to Snap-on’s series of technical education certification courses – Precision Measurement Instruments (PMI).

Kenosha, WI, August 20 2015 – Snap-on has joined forces with the L.S. Starrett Company to create the newest addition to Snap-on’s series of technical education certification courses – Precision Measurement Instruments (PMI).

The goal of the PMI Certification course is providing students and technicians with a robust understanding of the fundamentals of precision measurement instruments. The PMI Certification course contains six modules, each contributing to a combined total of 32 hours of instruction in the following areas:

•             Tape and Rule Measurement

•             Slide Caliper Measurement

•             Gauge Measurement

•             Angle Measurement

•             Micrometer Measurement

•             Dial Gauge Measurement

Enrollees in the course will use Starrett® measuring devices in a practical learning environment. Headquartered in Athol, Massachusetts, Starrett is a leading manufacturer of a variety of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers; calipers; rules; levels; electronic gages; dial indicators; force and material testers; optical and vision products; gage blocks and granite surface plates; and custom engineered products.

“Precision measurement is the cornerstone of quality in the vast array of products and services many people rely upon each day,” said Ira E. Friedman, Western Region Tool & Metrology Sales Manager for the L. S. Starrett Company. “Technicians who are proficient in this discipline are essential to the success of organizations who work to meet the needs of the global marketplace. Starrett is proud to partner with Snap-on and leading technical colleges in America in this effort to make training and certification in precision measurement instruments available to students and instructors.”

Precision Measurement Instruments is just one of many certification courses developed by Snap-on that are designed to further the skills and hands-on knowledge of students and technicians. To date, more than 225 technical schools and training centers from across the country offer specialized Snap-on Certifications in several disciplines including torque, diagnostics, vehicle information systems, multimeter, tethered tools, horticulture, and now Precision Measurement Instruments. These innovative certification programs enable students to broaden their technical skills while enhancing their employability.

The Snap-on Education Program leverages more than 95 years of industry knowledge and tool expertise, developing product certification courses that serve as significant enhancements to the curricula currently taught in today’s technical classrooms. These certification courses emphasize tool theory, application, and usage; three areas of study that equip students with an essential foundation for proficiency, productivity, and safety. The certifications provide for conformity to an established standard and are typically integrated into existing courses offered by partnering schools.  

The certification training is a collaborative effort between Snap-on and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3), a network of education partners and corporations that support advances in workforce skills in the transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and energy sectors.

Technical school instructors benefit from the partnership with Snap-on as they have an opportunity to learn the latest advancements in tool technology, and stay abreast of maintenance issues affecting their areas of expertise, by attending training seminars at Snap-on’s Kenosha, WI facilities. The technical schools benefit by being able to offer courses that train students to become tomorrow’s best professional technicians.

For more information about Snap-on’s Education Program or the new Precision Measurement Instruments Certification, contact John Gamble, Business and Education Partnership Manager, Snap-on, at 413.441.5429, or email [email protected].

About Snap-on Industrial

Snap-on Industrial is a division of Snap-on Incorporated, a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics, equipment, software and service solutions for professional users.  Products and services include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions for vehicle dealerships and repair centers, as well as customers in industry, government, agriculture, aviation and natural resources.  Products and services are sold through the company’s franchisee, company-direct, distribution and Web-based channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $3.3 billion, S&P 500 Company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

About the L.S. Starrett Company

The L. S. Starrett Company, founded in 1880, manufactures more than 5,000 variations of Precision Tools, Gages, Measuring Instruments and Saw Blades for industrial, professional and consumer markets worldwide. The broad Starrett product line includes precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, rules, etc.), levels, electronic gages, dial indicators, gage blocks and granite surface plates, force and material test equipment, optical and vision equipment, laser scanning equipment, and custom engineered products. Annual sales of the company are in the vicinity of $250 million and the company is traded publicly on the NYSE as SCX.