Calibration Resources
The Calibration Resources below provide expert information on
calibration-related topics. Click the links below
to learn more.
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Video
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Fundamentals of Calibration Video Series: What is Calibration?
Randy Van Wie, Quality Manager at Tektronix, speaks about the
fundamentals of calibration, and helps to answer some frequently
asked questions, including:
- What is calibration?
- Why is calibration important?
- What does calibration involve?
- What does a good calibration supplier look like?
- How do you know when to calibrate your instrument?
- What is the risk of not calibrating?
Case Study
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Tektronix Keeps Columbia Helicopters in Flight by Responding
to Crucial Calibration Demands
Columbia Helicopters operates and maintains aircraft that transport
soldiers, vital supplies and equipment—leaving little room for error
when it comes to calibrating onboard instruments. Tektronix was able
to deliver cost efficiencies, quality control and expertise that
were difficult for Columbia Helicopters to match internally. Learn
more about the value Columbia Helicopters’ receives from outsourcing
their calibration program.
White Paper
- Instrument Calibration in FDA-Regulated Industries
Science and technology are accelerating discovery and innovation with advances in research, development, processing and manufacturing across FDA-regulated industries. These advances feed a stream of new and ever growing challenges to producers and regulators charged with protecting quality and safety within these industries. Calibration of test, measurement and control equipment used in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals and medical devices is a key element within each quality system. Due to the complexity of the systems used to produce these goods, knowledge of the day-to-day operation of a calibration program should be shared across an organization’s management, including manufacturing research and development, quality assurance and production professionals.
- Using Software to Manage Your Calibration Program
Robust calibration and asset management software can play a central role in establishing and maintaining an effective calibration program. A quality calibration provider should offer their customers the ability to monitor, manage and analyze their entire calibration programs through a comprehensive and easy to use software application. Implementation of the right system provides the customer complete compliance management, data reliability and security, reduced costs, and improved productivity.
Tektronix’ calibration and asset management software, CALWEB®, provides the visibility and monitoring needed to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. This white paper defines the benefits of implementing and using a calibration management system.
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Fundamentals of Uncertainty in Measurement
Knowledge of uncertainty in measurement is fundamentally
important for both calibration providers and test equipment users.
It provides a foundation for understanding both the performance
characteristics of test equipment as well as the confidence level in
measurement results. You can rely on competent calibration providers
like Tektronix to understand the complexities of deriving
uncertainty in measurement and working with you to minimize risk in
your test equipment maintenance program. This white paper is an
introduction to uncertainty in measurement.
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Calibration is NOT a DIY Project
In order to stay profitable while delivering both quality and value,
companies often find themselves looking for ways to reduce costs and
free up valuable resources. One solution is to outsource
difficult-to-manage functions that lie outside core processes.
Calibration services can fall within this category.
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Instrument Calibration Program: Five Critical Factors for
Success
A successful instrument calibration program is vital to
every business in the test and measurement industry. Learn the
five critical factors for a successful instrument calibration
program.
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Uncertainty of Measurement - Calibration Certification Changes
Uncertainty In Calibration Now Required. ILAC
(International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) recently
announced changes to calibration certification requirements from
calibration providers to their customers. This change is in
congruence with the recently published ILAC Policy for
Uncertainty in Calibration. As of November 1, 2011, calibration
laboratories will be required to deliver test data and the
uncertainty of measurement with all accredited calibration
certificates. When a contract requires that the uncertainty be
excluded, then an endorsed, accredited calibration certificate
can no longer be issued.
- What is Your
Calibration Frequency?
The question is not whether you should calibrate—that's a given. The
question is when you should calibrate. There is no "one size fits all" answer. Consider the
following calibration frequencies: after a major critical measuring
project, manufacturer-recommended calibration interval, before a major
critical measuring project, after an event, per requirements; or
monthly, quarterly, semiannually, annually, or biannually.
Calibration Insight
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NIST Traceable Calibration
Calibration plays an integral role in a
company’s bottom line by minimizing the risk and cost
associated with product defects and recalls, while enhancing
its reputation for consistent quality. In its most basic
form, calibration is the act of verifying the performance of
an instrument against an appropriate measurement standard.
In the U.S., the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) is the legally established national
standards laboratory. All calibrations performed by
Tektronix are traceable to NIST.
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Principles of Metrology and Measurement Accuracy
Imagine a world with no regard for accuracy. Advances in electricity and electronics during the past century have made accurate measurement of many different properties essential. Metrology is the science that provides us with the accuracy we need to get on with business and our personal lives. Calibration is the action of metrology, and is the process that provides the confidence that our measurement results are accurate.
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Top 10 Reasons to Outsource Your Calibration
Outsourcing has fundamentally changed the global business landscape. In order to improve profitability while delivering both quality and value, companies often find themselves looking for ways to control costs and make the most of valuable resources.
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Measuring the Industry - Tektronix' Market Research
Results
Tektronix recently conducted a survey of more than 4,400 users
of Test and Measurement equipment world-wide to research
their attitude to the calibration and repair of the instruments
they use. The main question asked was: What are the biggest
challenges in your business that involve test, measurement,
monitor, and control equipment?
The responses were clear.
The biggest challenges were (in order of importance):
maintaining quality, cost management and training.
- The
Hidden Costs of "Low-Cost" Calibrations
A decision to purchase a calibration service, based on price
alone, may result in working with low quality suppliers, hidden
costs,
and a high probability of long-term problems. This overview
provides tips on evaluating calibration service providers, their
offerings and explains why the lowest cost calibration may not
be the best value.
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Evaluating Calibration Programs: Factory-Certified vs.
Commercial Calibration
Whether you choose Factory-Certified or Commercial calibration,
you get assured compliance and measurement confidence.
View the Factory-Certified versus Commercial calibration
comparison table.
- Mobile
Calibration - Tektronix Offers Convenient, Cost-Effective Instrument
Calibration Solution
Our mobile calibration service, which addresses short-term or
critical calibration and repair needs, is just one of three flexible
delivery options available. When you choose Tektronix’ mobile
calibration, a mobile lab and technicians can be immediately
dispatched to your location.
- A Guide
to the Understanding the Different Types of Tektronix Calibration
Certificates and Service Level Options
Properly calibrated instruments maximize ongoing operations
for our customers as they provide essential information about the
instrument’s performance and condition. Calibration certificates are
highly recommended as evidence of service with each
instrument calibration. Learn more about Tektronix calibration
certificates and service options.