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Calibration services are a critical aspect of industrial and manufacturing maintenance as they assess equipment performance against a standard measurement and then fine-tune the machine or device to ensure its proper functionality. These services are required to provide consistent performance, precision, and repeatability in operations. They are deployed on a wide range of machinery and devices, including dew point analyzers and pressure gauges. Calibration is necessary for measurement instruments, indicators, gauges, analyzers, controllers, power supplies, and more.
Generally, the calibration procedure is as follows.
- Equipment Performance Measurement
In this step, equipment performance is compared to a standard provided by the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer). For instance, while calibrating a micrometer, it can be used to measure a verified 5-millimeter standard. Deviations from the standard are identified and analyzed to determine the next steps.
- Deviation Analysis
If a variation exists, identify whether it falls within or outside of the acceptable range established by the OEM and your processes. In addition to typical wear and tear, make sure to look into any environmental factors, such as altitude or climate, that may contribute to deviation and should be considered in the following step.
- Treatment or Repair
After the deviation has been identified and assessed, it is time to solve the issue. During regular maintenance and calibration of relatively new equipment, the device or machine can be fine-tuned to restore it to specification. Moreover, any adjustments that help to keep the component calibrated for a longer period of time may be implemented. In cases where damage beyond typical wear and tear has caused a deviation, more comprehensive repairs may be necessary.
What is the Significance of Measuring Instrument Calibration?
Calibration is vital from both a technical and business perspective.
From a technical standpoint, calibration ensures the precision and reliability of measurements. Inaccurate measurements can result in defective products, equipment failures, and even safety hazards. An improperly calibrated dew point analyzer, for example, may produce inaccurate readings, leading to machinery damage, contaminations, or pipe clogging.
Calibration, from a commercial standpoint, is critical for maintaining customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance. The process guarantees that products adhere to quality standards and are safe for users. Moreover, certain regulatory authorities tend to require calibration to ensure compliance with regulations.
Types of Calibration Services
- Dew Point Calibration
There are numerous reasons why dew point measurement devices might lose accuracy over time, including improper operation, exposure to contaminants and corrosive gasses, dew point sensor deterioration (aging), and drift in electronics. Without calibration, it is not possible to verify that the equipment used to determine the dew point is accurate. Throughout their lifetime, dew point meters need to be serviced and calibrated on a regular basis to ensure accurate measurements. Dew point meter calibration is performed by comparing it against a dew point mirror or a dew point generator.
- Humidity Calibration
Humidity calibration is essential to keep humidity-reading devices operating consistently and within accuracy specifications for an extended period of time. Humidity is a significant environmental component in many processes and manufacturing facilities. Therefore, maintaining reliable instruments to precisely measure relative humidity is crucial for quality assurance. Humidity calibration is often performed by creating a test atmosphere with a sample humidity and measuring it with a properly calibrated reference instrument and the equipment being calibrated. Then, the readings are compared for measurement drift.
- Climatic Chamber Calibration
Climatic chambers are complex systems with many components and require frequent health checks and calibration to ensure they function properly and accurately. If not identified and rectified on time, lack of calibration and maintenance of these chambers can lead to costly issues that can cause systems to be inactive for an extended period. When calibrating these devices, the process may include an on-site visit, a report and certification of the calibration, and the sourcing and installation of any spare components required by a health check.
Get in Touch with Supertron Sensing for Your Calibration Requirements
If you are searching for a reliable calibration services provider in Singapore, then look no further than Supertron Sensing. We are a well-established company that provides both on-site calibration services for climatic chambers and laboratory calibration for measuring instruments such as dew point analyzers. Our facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology, and we constantly seek out innovative methods and new service prospects to fulfill your calibration requirements. Whether you need to calibrate a dew point meter for compressed air, a hygrometer, or any other measurement instrument, do not hesitate to contact us today!
