On-site calibration FAQs
What is on-site calibration?
On-site calibration is the calibration of equipment which is carried out on the premises of the business that owns it. The primary benefit of on-site calibration is a much quicker turnaround time than conventional calibration which requires the collection of equipment, transportation to a laboratory at a fixed location and then a return. On-site calibration can cut turnaround time from several days to several hours.
Does my business need mobile calibration?
Careful consideration is required to decide on the best and most cost effective type of calibration for your business. The main factors to think about are the amount of equipment you have that needs calibration, how critical your test equipment is to your everyday operations and how costly equipment downtime is to your business. For businesses with a lot of equipment which is crucial to their ability to carry out mission-critical tasks (such as manufacturing), on-site calibration is likely to be the best option.
Does on-site calibration meet the same standards as laboratory calibration?
On-site calibration services will vary from supplier to supplier. D+M Systems & Test offer the same range of calibration services with a guarantee of the same standards regardless of whether it is carried out at our lab or on-site. We are able to calibrate the same wide range of equipment on-site, with UKAS calibration also available.
How fast is mobile calibration?
Mobile calibration is much faster – with equipment able to be calibrated on the same day. The speed of calibration will vary depending on the equipment type, with vernier scales taking a matter of minutes but more complex equipment like pressure gauges taking a few hours.