For more than a century, Warren Knight has been a leading producer of optical instruments, alignment instruments, navigational instruments and surveying equipment. However, we also are a leading provider of quality calibration services for just about any type of equipment and we provide NIST-traceable calibration.
What Is NIST-Traceable Calibration?
At Warren Knight, we can provide you with NIST-traceable calibration services, but why is this important? This means that our calibration experts follow a calibration process using the standards created by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which is a U.S. government agency that was created to set and maintain measurement standards.
The NIST, as well as the International Bureau of Weights and Measures, are organizations that set all types of measurement standards. Without these standards, the weight of a pound or kilogram could differ from country to country, and this would have a hugely detrimental effect on commerce and industry.
When an instrument is NIST traceable calibrated, it means that the calibration process is traceable back to the international system of units (SI) through a chain of comparisons that starts with the NIST standard. This means that the instrument’s accuracy can be verified and confirmed by a known standard, ensuring that the measurement results are reliable and consistent.
NIST traceable calibration involves the use of calibrated equipment and procedures that are documented and audited to ensure compliance with NIST guidelines. It also requires the use of traceable reference standards, which are typically maintained by accredited calibration laboratories.
By using our quality calibration services, businesses can ensure that their instruments are calibrated to a high degree of accuracy and are in compliance with industry standards and regulations. This is particularly important for industries that rely heavily on precise measurements, such as healthcare, aerospace and engineering.
Types Of Instruments We Can Calibrate
We can provide you with instrument calibration services for just about any type of optical tool or optical instrument. We also provide calibration services for mechanical alignment instruments as well as leveling or angle measuring equipment and instruments. Additionally, we offer testing and calibration for surveying and construction equipment such as theodolites, total stations, transits and more.
We provide our customers with options for three certification classes to fit their needs and budget. We can provide you with basic certification without readings or with readings provided after calibration has been performed. Our highest certification level includes readings that are provided before and after calibration.
Our Repair Services
In addition to providing you with instrument calibration services, our team also can handle any necessary repairs. We repair all types of optical instruments and tools and because we have an in-house tooling shop, we don’t have to wait for parts to arrive to complete your repairs. If your instruments or equipment require a new part, our factory-certified technicians can make whatever is needed. If you would like to rent equipment while we provide you with repairs, we have a huge selection of equipment for rent including clinometers, theodolites, transits, transit levels, total stations and much more.
Don’t Put Off Calibration Services!
Calibration is essential for many types of equipment and ensures that the measurements taken by your instruments are accurate and reliable. This is crucial in industries where precision is critical.
Calibration is an essential component of quality control, ensuring that your products and processes meet the required standards and specifications. For many companies, there are regulations and standards that require instruments to be calibrated regularly to certify compliance. Hiring us can help you avoid potential fines or legal issues related to non-compliance.
Of course, while calibration is an expense, it can save you money in the long run. If your instruments are calibrated properly and operating correctly, a business can avoid unnecessary expenses related to inaccurate measurements, such as wasted materials or time spent correcting errors.
Last, but certainly not least, in industries where safety is crucial, such as aviation or healthcare, accurate instrument measurements ensure the safety of passengers and patients, and those are just two examples of how proper calibration reduces the risk for all of us.
If you need any type of calibration services, you can trust the experts at Warren Knight to provide you with high-quality, accurate calibration. We have more than 100 years of expertise with a wide range of instruments, so contact us at any time and we will provide NIST-traceable calibration, repairs or even new instruments or equipment.