Flow Meter Calibration UKAS Traceable Flow Meter Calibration Flowquip’s in-house calibration flow rig offers a UKAS traceable option to calibrate and check flow meters performance and accuracy. Our engineers will check the flow meter against a master flowmeter or weighing scale. Call us today for a quotation on 01422 829920 or email [email protected] Our reference flowmeters are calibrated annually. These calibrations are traceable to independent UKAS calibration laboratories. Throughout the year, our technicians verify the master reference devices by cross-checking and recording results. Most calibrations use cool, clean water on our in-house rig. The water tank and pipework is stainless steel with filtered water to prevent debris. “We use Flowquip regularly to calibrate our reference flowmeters. Their high level of calibration service has been invaluable to us over the years. Since day one Procon have had confidence that our equipment will be calibrated and returned to us in a timely manner. They have been an excellent supplier to us for well over 20 years. I would not hesitate to recommend their services“ Steve Middleton Senior Service Engineer – Procon Engineering Calibration Enquiry Form Your Name* First Last Number of instruments*Make of instruments*Model of instruments*Range (if applicable)Company NamePhone*Email* Comments Frequently Asked Questions Why do I need to calibrate my flow meter? Calibrating your flow meters is important for several reasons: Accuracy – Over time, flow meters can drift from their original calibration due to wear, vibration, temperature changes, or buildup inside the sensor. Calibration ensures the readings remain accurate and within specified tolerances. Compliance – Many industries (pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil & gas) require calibrated instruments to meet ISO, UKAS, or regulatory standards. Without calibration, you risk failing audits or certifications. Process Efficiency – Incorrect flow readings can lead to overdosing or underdosing chemicals, Incorrect batching, Energy waste. Calibration helps maintain process control and efficiency. Safety – Inaccurate flow measurement can cause unsafe conditions, especially in high-pressure or hazardous fluid systems. Cost Savings – Preventing errors reduces waste, rework, and potential fines for non-compliance. How often should I have my flow meter calibrated? How often your flow meter should be calibrated depends on how often the flow meter is used, and how critical the measurement is. Every 12 months is the most common interval for flow meter calibrations. Between calibration periods it is good practice to carry out your own in-house flow meter performance checks. This can be done by filling a vessel of a known volume, or filling and weighing a vessel, and comparing it to the flow meter reading. Before you make the decision to have your flow meter sent away and verified, it is important to know that it has been installed correctly in your pipe work system in the first place. A flow meter may perform well in a calibration, but if it is returned and fitted back in to a poor installation, then the stated accuracy of the calibration certificate may become null and void. Poor flow meter installations are common and are usually associated with insufficient straight pipe or the wrong size of pipe before and after the flow meter. For 25 years Flowquip have been providing accurate flow meter calibrations. All our calibrations are checked against our reference meters which are calibrated annually and are traceable to independent UKAS calibration laboratories. How quickly can I get my flow meter calibrated? Turnaround time for flow meter calibration is typically two to three days, we also offer a same day turnaround and a ‘while you wait’ service at extra cost. Types of calibration include five points with two repeats as standard and ten points with electronic linearisation on available on request. What does UKAS Traceable mean? Flowquip offer a ‘UKAS traceable’ calibration service. This means that our master reference flow meters are traceable to national or international standards, and the process has been accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service). UKAS Accreditation UKAS is the official body in the UK that accredits organizations to ensure they meet internationally recognized standards for competence and quality. Traceability Traceability means the measurement results can be linked back to national or international standards (such as those maintained by NPL – National Physical Laboratory) through an unbroken chain of comparisons, each with known uncertainties. Do you offer repair and service of flow meters? Flowquip can also repair many types and makes of flowmeter provided that any spare parts required are still available. Do I have to clean the flow meter before sending it to you for calibration? All meters returned for calibration must be certified clean and be accompanied with a completed COSHH certificate. Do you hire out your calibration facility? Our calibration flow rig can be hired out (at our premises) for witness calibration or OEM product testing. The uncertainty of measurement in our calibration processes is estimated to be 0.3%. Please contact us on 01422 829920 or email [email protected] for a COSHH certificate We also offer flow meters for flow meter verification on Offshore installations, through our sister company, Flowhire. More information can be found here Flow Meter Verification and Instrument Calibration – Flowhire Read our blog here on why flow meter recalibration is so important.
