A hurricane. A blizzard. Driving rain. So much of life depends on the weather. Accurate forecasts can literally save lives, and the National Weather Service counts on Tektronix equipment and calibration to be sure their forecasting technology is constantly up to date.
Tektronix mobile service operation calibration technicians travel roughly 270 days a year to keep National Weather Service Doppler …
The regular calibration of sensitive medical equipment test instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure transducers and weighing instruments is mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Precise and repeatable measurements are crucial for test equipment being used in the medical equipment given the increased risk associated with non-compliance for medical device …
One key change since Tektronix began using the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard is that customers need to confirm their understanding of the decision rule we use to determine an in tolerance or out of tolerance condition when completing ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration.
This blog will walk you through the three decision rules that may be used.
In/Out-of-Tolerance Determination (Default …
When it comes to manufacturing, quality is usually of utmost importance. This is especially true for industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, aviation, and those where human lives are on the line. We’ve previously blogged about the difference between Standard Calibration (ANSI/NCSL Z540.1) and 17025 Accredited Calibration, and considerations for choosing a calibration provider. While …
Making sure that your workforce has the equipment and tools they need to get their job done can be fraught with difficulty (and headaches)! If this responsibility falls to you then I’m sure you are aware of the challenges it presents. Just ask yourself these four questions:
Does your team send in equipment according to required service intervals?
Do your calibration and maintenance …
Our equipment calibration customers perform mission-critical work. From ensuring life-saving medical equipment can function properly or providing infrastructure for weather service and communications systems, to supporting our national security and defense. Picking the right service delivery option when getting your equipment calibrated can save time and limit disruption to your operations …
The asset management systems in place at many organizations are not able to deliver the data necessary to allow you to make good decisions about your business. We see it all the time, and if you’re in charge of calibration, you’ve likely lived it. A system of binders and hand-written documentation form the foundation of equipment calibration, creating gaps and redundancy. What’s more, if the …
When it comes to equipment calibration services, you have options, which can make decisions a little complex. With that in mind, let’s break down the two most common options to get a better understanding of what they are and when they are necessary.
Properly calibrated instruments help increase confidence for those using the equipment. As a calibration provider, we deliver information about the …
Equipment calibration is essential to improving a company’s bottom line by minimizing the risk of product defects and recalls and enhancing a reputation for consistent quality. In its most basic form, calibration is the measuring of an instrument against a standard. As instruments become more complicated, successfully identifying and applying best practices can reduce business expenses and improve …
Inefficient service planning and equipment utilization can mean not having the appropriate tools when you need them or lead to large equipment expenditures. Learn three steps you can take to move toward improved equipment uptime.
All companies have that room in the corner, or maybe the basement, that is full of disorganized or forgotten equipment. Every once in a while, someone rummages through …
