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GAGEpack is a calibration management solution, which assists manufacturing firms of all sizes with gage management and compliance. Its key features include scheduling, system analysis, measurement reading and label printing. The...
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- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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Great support from this equipment management software...
Tool Management for calibrations
Pros
Easy user access to the tools and event creation. We don't use the term Gauge we use the word Tool and the easy manipulation of the separate tools or Tool Card by ID with a clear indication of calibrated and not calibrated is what we like the best. I can train a simple user in 10 minutes with finding and adding with what they need. Also support has been fantastic.
Please take note of the support from the customer representative which has been excellent.
Cons
This could be user error (I will freely admit) I just not found a way to simply print several calibration Certificates for Tools that are not numbered in a sequential order at once. Perhaps if there was a check box click option for the Latest Calibration Certificate in our Tools listing what you refer to as Gauges that would be fantastic. Also I wish Vendor info (Serial number, Make, Model, was on the initial tool card instead of the Vendor tab but again neither of these issues are deal breakers.
Response from Advantive
Tony - Thanks for the great feedback!
With the latest release you can now select multiple items from the History tab and right click to print the most recent Calibration Certificates.
Our development team is also investigating additional customization features for Gage Cards (or 'Tool Cards' in your case).
Thanks again!
- Industry: Defense & Space
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Be in compliance with GagePack
I researched many gage management packages before deciding on GAGEpack and that decision was based on user interface, features, learning curve, and the outstanding customer service that PQ Systems provides. I use GAGEpack to control all measuring and monitoring instruments across our 3 facilities. Gages that are calibrated in house are performed through GAGEpack and will successfully pass internal and external audits regarding ISO17025 compliance. In addition, I also use GAGEpack to control infrastructure equipment making it easy to schedule maintenance events and repairs when needed. The robust MSA features are easy to use and provide the necessary information to make informed decisions on `what is to come in our measurement system and processes. I would recommend GAGEpack to any company who needs to gain control over their measurement system and have the confidence to be in compliance when it comes to ISO and AS auditors.
Pros
Ease of use entering gages, tracking, performing calibrations and measurement systems
analysis.
Cons
N/A
Response from Advantive
Steve - Thanks for the great review! We appreciate you choosing GAGEpack and hope you continue to have a positive experience!
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Keeps very good track of your gages
Pros
That you are able to keep track of gages and Vendors. You get notification when a vendors certification has expired.
Cons
That I can not get not notification up to a month ahead of time. When I have to request quotes from Vendors I like to start a month before due date.
Response from Advantive
Serina - Thank you for the review. We'll pass your feedback on to our software engineers and it will be considered in later updates. If you ever need help please give us a call.
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- Industry: Consumer Goods
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Gagepack @ Samtec
We are a large company with many global satellite facilities. The support from Gagepack tech support has been extremely beneficial in merging capabilities and data from each location to make our communication and gaging more effective. The Gagepack system has helped merge our gaging needs into a more cohesive system.
Pros
Ease of setup, ease of use and the great tech support.
Cons
We would like to be able to give our users more editing and security capabilities among our global users. Example, we would like for our global users to be able to edit the General tab but not have the ability to affect calibration data. Another CON is the character limitations in some fields especially the NIST data field and your "storage" location.
Response from Advantive
Darren - We're thrilled to hear that GAGEpack has been helpful in creating a unified gage management system across your multiple locations. Thank you for your positive review and comments!
In regards to field character limitations and security capabilities, please reach out to our Application Support team to discuss the options available for your company's specific needs. Application Support can be reached via email ([email protected]), by phone (1-800-777-5060), or online chat (http://pq.systems/pq-chat).
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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I went from using Powerway which was really outdated to using GagePack and I couldn't be...
the benefit of this software to Kasai NA is tracking over 4,000 gauges that needs calibrated annually because without it, it would be impossible.
Pros
What I like most about GagePack is the layout of the software, it lets you do just about anything you want to do with it. Our company has over 4,000 items annually to track and calibrate whether its an internal cal or an external cal and GagePack makes it as easy as possible to do all those calibrations.
Cons
Probably the only thing I don't like is the way it prints out the reports (list's) of items needing calibrated. I wish you could change the way the report prints, but to be fair its not a big issue.
Response from Advantive
Josh - We're happy that you're enjoying your switch to GAGEpack! Our application support team would be happy to help in generating custom reports. Application Support can be reached via email ([email protected]), by phone (1-800-777-5060), or online chat (http://pq.systems/pq-chat). Thanks for the review!
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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We went from a 3 x 5 card system to GAGEpack. It was like moving to a new century. Great.
Pros
We have used the software for many of the features to keep track of our calibration system. This was a fantastic change from our card files of the past. After using it for a short time we found that it can be used for other items as well. We now use it for keeping track of certifications of our personnel, machine maintenance schedules, safety certifications & inspections, OSHA required inspections, and other issues. The software is versatile with a little imagination. We now have one place that reminds us of all the things we need to do and we can trust that we will not forget. This is a great system because it provides visibility even if an employee is on vacation or leaves the business. No more surprises. I have used their technical support and they are quite impressive. This is a great tool for managing our business. Highly recommended.
Cons
I really have no cons. The software has some features we do not use. It is nice to have them there, we just do not use them.
Response from Advantive
Curt - Thanks for the awesome review! Great to hear that GAGEpack has been a big improvement from your previous card system. It's been a pleasure working with you.
Thanks again!
- Industry: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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was great and satisfactory.
great management benefit.
Pros
easy and friendly to use. I would recommend this product to any organization that uses tons of gages. Helps me keep track of all my gage product and I love the "filter" option its so powerful
Cons
too much to learn, which is not bad as nothing comes easy or cheap. its a bit tough to find the gagepack database in my computer. I
Response from Advantive
Godwin - Thanks for your review and positive comments! We agree that there is a lot to learn, but we'd like to make the learning process as smooth as possible so we offer a variety of training options - including FREE webinars: https://pq.systems/webinars
To learn more about training, please reach out to us via email ([email protected]), by phone (1-800-777-5060), or online chat (http://pq.systems/pq-chat).
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Gagepack Greatness
I absolutely love this software for our calibration system. It is very user friendly and the customer support is top notch. This system makes an audit a breeze.
Pros
The ease of use. I can sort by any feature that is populated. The customer support is always spot on. Everyone is extremly polite and helpful.
Cons
The cost of the software is a little high when trying to put the system on multiple computers.
Response from Advantive
Dan - Thank you for your feedback and positive review of GAGEpack! It's great to hear that our solution and Application Support team have made audits easier for StandardAero. Your comments regarding the R&R feature have been passed on to our software engineers and will be taken into consideration. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to continuing to serve you!
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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Keep track
Gagepack has been a great help to our com
Pros
It is an easy software to use and figure out. With the tutorials you will be up and running in no time. It is great for tracking your product (tools) and with the built in email in the software you are able to set reminders so individuals are able to see when they have something due. The customer service is great and they are usually able to solve any problem quickly
Cons
To build some of the reports takes time. It does have some reports built into the software but I have found that I needed more than what was offered.
Response from Advantive
Kyle - Thanks for the feedback! We hope you continue to have positive experiences with GAGEpack! If you ever need help generating custom reports, please reach out to our Application Support team to discuss the options available for your company's specific needs. Application Support can be reached via email ([email protected]), by phone (1-800-777-5060), or online chat (http://pq.systems/pq-chat).
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Easy to use software that meets all of our needs
it was easier to use and track product than our last software.
Pros
It's easy to use. entering items into GagePack is quick and to retrieve information is just as easy.
Cons
Some of the format on the forms can not be changed. I wish we were able to edit without contacting your company to have someone to make the changes. The uncertainties feature is not as user friendly as I would like it to be.
Response from Advantive
Kyle - We're happy that you find the software is easy to use. Your comments relating to editing forms have been passed on to our software engineers. Thank you for the feedback!
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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GagePack is a very versatile tool for any metrology department, large or small.
I am able to track all my calibration tools and gauges with one software.
Pros
I like the reporting the most. GagePack uses MS Access SQL as its basis for all reporting. All fields are accessible and you can extract all data you need to key in on. You can send it to the printer,or a HTML file for use with MS Office.
Cons
I would like to see a few more options in the emailing portion of this fine product. If there is nothing due in a particular department the software will send out a blank report. I would like to see nothing sent out if there is nothing due.
Response from Advantive
Bob - Thanks for the great review! We hope you continue to have positive experiences with GAGEpack!
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Gages are easily accessed, due dates come on task list. Reports are easily available for each...
Easily helps me pass audits, with all the information in a couple clicks. Certification, date calibrated, date due. Reports for each supplier. Documentation on a gage that is out for repair, able to document any R & Rs that are being completed during a customer complaint.
Pros
Able to find a gage easily through several different functions. Task lists are easy to work with and show exactly what gage is due.
Cons
If i do not use the function to change a group of gages with the same calibration change, i cant remember how to access this.
Response from Advantive
Pamela - Thank you for sharing your experience with GAGEpack! We're glad you find it easy to use!
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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Gagepack is user friendly, accuracy keeps and tracks information, and is cost efficient.
Good solid tracking of our gaging and the ability to do gage R & R studies.
Pros
That so far the functionality, format, and user screens haven't changed dramatically. It's very similar to the previous version which made using this much easier. We used to use SQCpack but when we upgraded to the latest version, the functionally had changed so much and was not at all the same as before that we decided to switch to an excel based format.
Cons
I really do not have anything I found that I dislike yet. The features and functionality are the same as the previous version which is nice.
Response from Advantive
Carl - Thanks for the kind review! It's good to hear that GAGEpack has helped with tracking GAGEs and performing R&R studies. We're sorry to hear about your experience with SQCpack and are always willing to help with your SPC needs if you ever change your mind. We look forward to continue working with Premier!
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Using Gagepack for 4 years it seems very user friendly.
User friendly, No issues when auditing the calibration system. Very good at controlling labels.
Pros
Gagepack software is very useful covering all the latest information for our audit certifications. User access is very good. I have no complaints from my users.
Cons
Only complaints is the mult windows to use. A one page home with tabs scrolling to different areas would speed up log information times.
Response from Advantive
Brian - Thanks for the review! We look forward to continue working with Franklin Precision!
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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very good experience, used it over 5 years now
Gage tracking and verification. Great asset during audit season. Filter set-up so that auditor only see what they are asking for.
Pros
Ease of use, search feature is a very good asset, my ME/QEs like all the charts that come up with GR&R. Filter are easily set-up to use.
Cons
When entering data for calibration, if we could paste the master gage into the entire column this would same time.
Response from Advantive
Ron - We appreciate the nice review! Happy to hear it has been utilized during audit season.
- Industry: Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Great product, I was fortunate to be able to attend the two day training which really...
Makes my job easier.
Pros
Organization, history, scheduling forward and reviewing historical performance. Single license purchase price fits perfectly for any size company that needs to use it.
Cons
I wish we could afford to have more licenses. We have multiple users in a large building but only have budget for one concurrent license. I'm pushing for at least one more license, but "currently it's not in the budget"
Response from Advantive
Dan - Happy to hear you enjoy using GAGEpack! We would love to help add more licenses to your plan when your budget allows. Thanks for the review!
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Good experience easy to keep all the gages in record and when there due for calibration
Pros
How you could see in deferent ways all the gages we have in gage pack and how you change the ways to see when things are due for calibration
Cons
The leas that I like is only when I print the label of the calibration I couldn't change the settings so the date of the calibration was done it shows on the label.
Response from Advantive
Ivan - Thank you for the feedback!
- Industry: Machinery
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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GAGEpack Review
This system has all of the information we need to keep our recall system running smootly
Pros
All data is at my finger tips. Easy to use
Cons
Would like to see tool description on the calibration screen
Response from Advantive
Ray - We appreciate the kind review! Your comments relating to tool descriptions have been passed on to our software engineers. Thank you for the feedback!
- Industry: Oil & Energy
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Software review
Great!
Pros
user friendly and ease of use. I like the fact that all of the information is in the same general area, not having to go to so many different pages to key in your information.
Cons
Procedures don't show up on the certificates.
- Industry: Packaging & Containers
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used for 2+ years
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Review - Gagepack
I have had a positive overall experience using this for a small business.
Pros
I absolutely love this software for managing gages for small business. It's helps me meet the standards required by ISO 9001.
Cons
It would be very difficult to use for a large business. It is difficult to input the gages into the system. I wouldn't want to use it for a large quantity of gages.
Response from Advantive
Thanks for the great review, Teresa.
GAGEpack offers tools for importing gage details from other sources. The Copy and Clone buttons are also great time savers when you need to add many gages quickly. Please let us know if you have any questions about how to speed up your gage entry workflow.
- Industry: Packaging & Containers
- Company size: 10,000+ Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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GAGEpack Software Review
Great product...great company!!
Pros
GAGEpack Software, by PQ Systems, is an excellent software package for controlling all of your calibration records. Very easy to use and maintain. You can even upload photos of your gauges for reference. This software takes the guesswork out of calibration audits.
Cons
No issues. This software is great and the technical support from PQ Systems is amazing! Support team is our go-to resource for any questions.
Response from Advantive
Thanks for the awesome review! Our support team is always happy to help!
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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I've used this for years, great success especially during audits
Easy to use
Pros
The dashboard is a good tool for quick access. Linking vendor certs is useful. Monitoring of vendor accreditation. Wear trend analysis. Calibration cost reports.
Cons
It would be helpful to allow MSA studies, (stability, bias and linearity) to be scheduled. There is a dashboard button but scheduling is not intuitive.
Response from Advantive
Tony - Thank you for the awesome review! We're thrilled to hear that GAGEpack has been such a help for Blue Blade Steel when going through audits. We look forward to continue working with you!
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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Great Software That Will Save Time
Saved a considerable amount of time, better visibility of data, less paper record keeping, cut redundant steps, starting a check in/check out process, better record keeping,
Pros
We were previously spending a considerable amount of time maintaining our calibration program with a combination of excel and paper records. GAGEpack has helped us consolidate our calibration program into one software. It has saved us a considerable amount of time. This software is going to allow us to keep better records of our calibrations and it will make the data significantly more accessible. It is extremely easy to use and has a great user interface. All of our scheduling information is presented on the dashboard and emailed to the person responsible for the calibration.
Cons
The import feature could be easier to use and it would be nice if detailed instructions for that feature were included in the installation instructions for the software.
Response from Advantive
Chris - We are happy to hear about how effective GAGEpack has been in saving your team more time! Your comments on the import feature have been passed on to our software engineers and will be taken into consideration for future updates. Thank you for the feedback!
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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Anytime we need assistance, Rep is always right there for us! The customer service is great!
Pros
Easy to use and update locations and other information for assets. The fact that it stores all of the historical data is very convenient for me, as I don't have to search folders for calibration records during audits. Auditors love this program!
Cons
We haven't fully been utilizing the software, as we were not performing any in-house calibrations on our own... we were simply using it as a method of tracking and monitoring the calibrations of our equipment. But, the only thing I can think is that I have to enter a location into the location list and not simply type it into the field for it to pull on the "due for calibration" report.
Response from Advantive
Kayla - Thanks for the kind words and feedback! Glad to hear your auditors have been pleased.
Thanks again!
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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Great software
Pros
It is a friendly product, with some attention at the moment of setting it up you can configure the GAGEpack to get the most of it.
Cons
At the moment of the updates the configuration of the reports change and the layout of the reports returns to its original values making you to change those again
Response from Advantive
Hector - Thanks for the comments and feedback!
