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One example is a fully-automated gauging unit that is programmed to execute specific tasks. The unit is capable of conducting 100% thread gauging and inspection in a matter of seconds with the laser and magnetic apparatuses.  ![AGU Testing Video 1 Pass Lite_1](https://blog.usstubular.com/hubfs/AGU%20Testing%20Video%201%20Pass%20Lite_1.gif) *Automated gauging unit robot at work in our Lone Star Tubular Operations facility* Automated gauging unit robots were first deployed at our Lone Star Tubular Operations, and now can be found throughout our manufacturing facilities in the U. S. 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