What A Calibration Certificate Should Contain

Is Your Calibration Cert Correct?

What A Calibration Certificate Should Contain 1A calibration certificate documents critical information about a piece of equipment and details surrounding its calibration. While a deliberate amount of flexibility is allowed depending on service level options and customer requirements, every calibration certificate should contain some key elements.

  1. A title (ex. Certificate of Calibration and Traceability)
  2. Name and address of the laboratory where the calibrations were carried out
  3. Name and address of the customer
  4. Unique identification of the calibration certificate
  5. Identification of the calibration procedure used
  6. List of standards used to perform the calibration including their calibration dates and traceability
  7. Unambiguous identification of the item calibrated
  8. The environmental conditions under which the calibrations were made that have an influence on the measurement results
  9. Name, function, and identification of individual authorizing the calibration certificate (technician)
  10. Calibration results with the unit of measurement

For a detailed look at these elements on a certificate, click on the image of our sample calibration certificate or the following link: Level 3 Certificate Example

Our precision measurement experts will work with you to ensure that your calibrations along with the accompanying documentation meet all the requirements of your quality system. In addition, our award winning calibration tracking software GageSuite™ is free to our customers, and ensures your calibration certificates are electronically available for you 24/7. Contact us today to discuss your documentation requirements and see how Cross can help!

 

How Can Cross Help?

In the field of metrology, there are many standards to follow to ensure reliable calibration or inspection. At Cross Precision Measurement, we are an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory that adheres to standards set out by NIST (HB44), the National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM), the National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP), A2LA, and other relevant standards. With our experience and expertise, we can ensure you’re getting reliable, repeatable metrology results.

Since 1939, our Precision Measurement group has provided industry-leading technical expertise coupled with world-class customer service to manufacturing and other industrial operations in need of onsite calibration, product inspection, precision measurement equipment, and more. Our precision measurement and inspection teams have the knowledge and resources to help you reduce risk, improve quality, and increase efficiency throughout your entire process. With our extensive network of calibration labs across the Southeast and Midwest, we can ensure you’re getting the metrology services you need. Contact Cross Precision Measurement today

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