Our engineers offer leak detection equipment calibration service.
Calibrating leak test detection equipment is a critical process that ensures the equipment accurately identifies leaks at specified thresholds.
We offer both inhouse and onsite calibration of pressure and vacuum instruments which is traceable to UKAS accreditation standards. These instruments include,
- Capillary leaks used for machine calibration / verification
- Canister leaks used for calibration / verification
- Pressure transducers from 0 – 70 Bar Abs and gauge
- Vacuum gauges from atmosphere to -3 mbar
- Mass spectrometers
- Calibration for vacuum chamber and pressure decay chamber leak test methods
- (at our Manchester, Trafford Park facility)
Our Engineers Understanding the Equipment and Parameters
Properly carried out calibration helps maintain product quality, safety and compliance with industry standards.
Leak Test Type: Identify whether the equipment uses pressure decay, mass flow, helium, forming gas, or other tracer gases.
Calibration Standard: Using UKAS (UK) and NIST (US) accreditation standard, with a calibrated leak or flow device, with traceable certification to ensure accuracy.
Calibration Provides Accuracy and Reliability
Prevents False Readings: Without calibration, equipment may give false positives (indicating a leak when there isn’t one) or false negatives (failing to detect an actual leak).
Improves Sensitivity: Regular calibration ensures the equipment can detect leaks within the required threshold and with consistent sensitivity.
Compliance with Standards and Regulations
Many industries, such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and energy, have strict regulations regarding leak detection (e.g., ISO 9001, FDA requirements, or automotive safety standards).
Proper calibration ensures compliance with these standards, helping avoid legal issues, fines, or recalls.
Calibrating Leak Detection Equipment Maintains Product Quality and Safety
For critical applications, such as sealed medical devices, automotive parts, HVAC components or pressure vessels, undetected leaks can lead to product failure or unsafe conditions.
Regular calibration minimises risks, ensuring the final product meets safety and reliability criteria.
Minimises Downtime: Properly calibrated equipment reduces the likelihood of operational disruptions caused by unreliable test results.
Avoiding Recalls: Detecting and addressing leaks during production is far less expensive than handling a product recall or warranty claims.
Ensuring Traceability
Calibration records provide traceability, demonstrating that equipment has been maintained and tested according to recognised standards.
This is especially critical for audits, liability cases, and regulatory inspections.
Adapts to Changing Conditions
Environmental factors (temperature, pressure, humidity) and equipment wear can affect the accuracy of leak detectors over time.
Regular calibration accounts for these changes, ensuring consistent performance.
Consequences of Skipping Calibration
Increased Risk: Undetected leaks can lead to catastrophic failures, environmental hazards, or safety risks.
Legal and Financial Repercussions: Non-compliance with standards or defective products can result in penalties, lawsuits, and damaged reputation.
Customer Dissatisfaction: Faulty products reaching customers can erode trust and affect long-term relationships.
Leak Detection Equipment Calibration and Report.
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