Apex Instruments Calibration Services
Apex Instruments is a full service calibration laboratory that provides NIST traceable and ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited certifications.
Our commitment is to accuracy, reliability, and high quality service. We strive to get our customers instrumentation back to them in less than a week to reduce operational downtime. The state of the art calibration standards that we use ensure that our customers instrumentation is certified to the highest degree of accuracy.
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Pressure, Temperature, Electrical, and Torque Calibrations
Pressure Calibrations Include: Analog Pressure Gauges, Deadweight Testers, Digital Pressure Gauges, Pressure Calibrators, Pressure Modules
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Temperature Calibrations Include: Analog Thermometers, Digital Thermometers, Dry Block Calibrators, RTD Simulators, RTD Readers, Thermocouple Calibrators, Temperature Simulators
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Electrical Calibrations Include: AC/DC Voltage & Current, Clamp Meters, Digital Multimeters, Loop Calibrators, Multi-function Calibrators
Calibration Services Include
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NIST Traceable Calibrations
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ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Calibrations (See Scope for Details)
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Calibration Certificates with As Found / As Left Data
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Calibration Label with Date Certified and Re-Certification Date
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Archiving of Historical Data
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Prompt Turnaround (Typically Less than 1 Week)
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Loaner Units Available at no Charge
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Pick Up & Delivery Available
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Repair of Instrument if Necessary
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Calibration Seals Where Applicable
Why Do Gauges Need to be Calibrated Every Year
To ensure accuracy and reliability: Even durable gauges can lose accuracy over time due to normal wear and tear. Calibration corrects any drift and verifies the gauge is providing correct readings.
For safety: Inaccurate readings can lead to dangerous situations. For example, a gauge that fails to show an overpressure condition can result in catastrophic equipment failure and pose a risk to personnel.
To meet regulatory compliance: Many industries have legal and industry standards that mandate regular calibration for safety and quality assurance. Non-compliance can lead to penalties.
To maintain process efficiency: Incorrect pressure readings can cause a process to run inefficiently, leading to wasted materials, energy, or poor product quality.
To prevent costly damage: A malfunctioning gauge can lead to unexpected pressure issues, which may cause unscheduled maintenance, equipment breakdowns, and costly repairs