Calibration Laboratory
If you require accuracy of measurement in terms of mass, volume
or length then Trading Standards Calibration Service may be able to
help.
Trading Standards operates a Metrological Calibration Laboratory
at Backford Hall, Chester. We are able to calibrate mass in the
range 1mg to 25kg (OIML Class M1) and can also demonstrate
traceability to National Standards via NWML (National Weights and
Measures Laboratory) for calibration of mass in the range of 1mg to
1000kg. Our mass calibration service is of particular benefit to
customers who need to know the actual mass of the weights/test
pieces they use, or who are required to provide proof of accuracy
for quality assurance purposes.
Whether we are calibrating mass, volume or length measures
which, are covered by our ISO 9001 registration, we follow detailed
and documented procedures to provide our customers with confidence
in the integrity of our reported results. Each item submitted for
calibration is returned with a fully traceable calibration
certificate acceptable for most quality systems.
Service Delivery - We offer a turnaround time of 3-5 working
days from submission. For some calibrations a ‘while you wait’
service could be provided.
Weighbridge Test Unit
A Weighbridge Test Unit is available,
carrying a skilled operator with a standard load of 24 x 1000kg
cast iron block weights, a 400kg minimum load including hand
weights. On request, the load can be configured to customer
requirements with 500kg block weights or 500kg / 250kg roller
weights.
Hire Weights
Trading Standards operate a weight hire service, we have a total
of 50 tonnes available including 5,000kg of 20kg cast iron hand
weights, 12 x 1000kg cast iron bar weights, 39 x 500kg cast iron
roller weights, 25 x 500kg cast iron block weights and 4 x 250kg
cast iron roller weights, all of which, are calibrated and
traceable to National Weights and Measures Laboratory. Delivery and
collection is also available at extra cost.
Bulk Fuel Meter
Trading Standards operate a bulk fuel meter hire service,
available with a fully trained operator.
Fees
Weights and Measures Services Information or
Booking Request Form
Or contact:
Calibration Service
Trading Standards
Backford Hall
Backford
Chester CH1 6EA
Telephone: 01244 977982 or 01244
973708
Fax: 01244 973773
E-mail: calibrationservice@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk