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What To Look For in a Calibration Company

What To Look For in a Calibration Company

Important factors to consider when choosing a calibration company for your instruments.

Article written by FCX Performance, Inc with collaboration from PCI


Regulated industries have strict requirements to ensure the manufacturing of goods is compliant with safety, identity, strength, purity and quality standards.  Routine maintenance and calibration of critical instruments is key to adhering to these standards and quality requirements.  Consider the following when looking for a trusted calibration company: 

CUSTOMIZED CALIBRATION PLANS

In a controlled laboratory environment, manufacturers specify ranges and tolerances of your instrument’s performance. However, these specifications may not be relevant for your process and/or system. To reduce unnecessary compliance investigations, ranges and tolerances can be changed from OEM specifications based on your process. Trained metrologists at PCI can help you by recommending changes based on your specific needs, the instrument’s capabilities and their experience with multiple kinds of test equipment in the industry!

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION

Accrediting bodies inspect calibration labs by verifying their quality system meets international standards. Reviewing their scope or measurement capabilities and verifying the technicians’ capabilities make accurate NIST traceable measurements. Using an accredited calibration laboratory can save time and money during your supplier qualification process. Since the lab is already certified, the accreditation may be accepted as proof of qualification. Check to make sure your calibration company is ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited to do the types of calibrations you need. A calibration laboratory scope of accreditation can be found on the company’s and the accrediting body’s websites.

CALIBRATION REPORTING OPTIONS  

Many companies allow the customer to choose from multiple calibration reporting options. Does your process or quality system require you to report ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited Calibration with Measurement Uncertainty, As-Found or As-Left data? Even if it's just for a pass/fail decision, knowing the type of calibration can help narrow your search for a company.

TRAINED TECHNICIANS  

Technicians trained in metrology and quality standards understand your equipment. PCI technicians can help assist you with troubleshooting and provide recommendations on equipment and programs. PCI’s ASQ certified technicians have an increased knowledge of calibration programs and requirements, allowing them to advise you on more complex instrument issues. Lean on the knowledge of our metrology technicians to make good choices for instrument selection, critical ranges and operating parameters. These technicians know what works best and what to avoid in many situations.

FULL ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAM  

Outsourcing your calibration maintenance alleviates managing multiple vendors and the unending cycle of purchase orders. A robust asset management program can save you time and money by vetting vendors and managing your calibration cycles. This allows you to focus on your core business and not the administrative headache of managing your equipment. Take the worry out of equipment calibration due dates and multiple vendors off your list of responsibilities. Leverage your calibration company to manage your maintenance program.

 

TALK TO A CALIBRATION EXPERT

Choosing PCI's metrology lab services ensures quality calibrations, quick turnaround times, and competitive pricing. Our metrologists work seven days a week to meet our clientele's calibration needs. PCI's customer service associates are ready to assist you with a customized quote today.

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