Not all calibration laboratories deliver the same level of accuracy, traceability, or measurement uncertainty. When calibrating humidity, dew point, frost point, and temperature instruments, choosing the right laboratory can directly impact product quality, regulatory compliance, and measurement confidence.
Process Insights operates a DAkkS-accredited ISO/IEC 17025 calibration laboratory that provides internationally recognized calibration services using MBW chilled mirror hygrometers, the reference technology trusted by national metrology institutes, accredited laboratories, and leading instrument manufacturers worldwide. Our calibration certificates are recognized internationally through the ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement (ILAC MRA), providing traceability accepted across global industries.
Our up-to-date accreditation certificate is always available at the following link: Process Insights CAL DAkkS.
What is a DAkkS Accredited Calibration Laboratory
What Should You Compare When Choosing a Calibration Laboratory?
Many calibration providers offer similar services, but several factors determine the quality and reliability of the calibration results.
Consider the following:
- ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation
- DAkkS or equivalent national accreditation
- International ILAC MRA recognition
- Documented measurement uncertainty
- Calibration traceability
- Reference instrument technology
- Technical expertise
- Long-term stability of reference standards
- Environmental controls
- Manufacturer support
- Turnaround time
- Global service capabilities
Why ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation Matters
ISO/IEC 17025 is the internationally recognized standard for testing and calibration laboratories.
An accredited laboratory demonstrates:
- Technical competence
- Validated calibration procedures
- Qualified personnel
- Traceable reference standards
- Controlled environmental conditions
- Documented measurement uncertainty
- Continuous quality management
Choosing an accredited laboratory gives customers greater confidence that calibration results are accurate, repeatable, and internationally accepted.
Why Chilled Mirror Technology Is the Preferred Reference Standard
One of the most important differences between calibration laboratories is the reference technology used during calibration.
MBW chilled mirror hygrometers measure humidity by directly determining the temperature at which condensation forms on a mirror surface. Because this is a primary physical measurement rather than an inferred sensor response, chilled mirror instruments are widely used as transfer standards by national metrology institutes and accredited calibration laboratories.
Benefits include:
- Direct humidity measurement
- Excellent repeatability
- Extremely low drift
- Low measurement uncertainty
- Long-term stability
- High confidence calibration
Calibration Services Available
Our laboratory provides:
- Dew Point Calibration
- Frost Point Calibration
- Relative Humidity Calibration
- Temperature Calibration
- Chilled Mirror Hygrometer Calibration
- Humidity Generator Calibration
- Platinum Resistance Thermometer (PRT) Calibration
- Environmental Chamber Verification
- Instrument Performance Verification
- Calibration of Selected Non-MBW Instruments
Industries We Support
Our accredited laboratory serves:
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Biotechnology
- Aerospace
- Industrial Gas Production
- Research Laboratories
- National Metrology Institutes
- Commercial Calibration Laboratories
- Environmental Monitoring
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Energy & Utilities
- Food & Beverage
Why Measurement Traceability Matters
Measurement traceability establishes an unbroken chain of comparisons to recognized national or international standards.
Traceable calibration helps organizations:
- Meet ISO quality requirements
- Pass regulatory audits
- Demonstrate measurement confidence
- Improve manufacturing consistency
- Reduce quality disputes
- Maintain customer confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I use an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration laboratory?
An accredited laboratory has demonstrated technical competence, validated procedures, and traceable measurements that are independently assessed by a national accreditation body.
What is DAkkS?
DAkkS (Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle) is Germany’s national accreditation body responsible for accrediting calibration laboratories according to ISO/IEC 17025.
What is ILAC MRA?
The ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement enables calibration certificates issued by accredited laboratories to be accepted internationally, reducing duplicate testing and simplifying global compliance.
Why are chilled mirror hygrometers used as reference standards?
Because chilled mirror hygrometers directly measure the condensation point of water vapor, they provide highly stable, repeatable, and low-uncertainty humidity measurements suitable for calibration reference standards.
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NATIONAL METROLOGY INSTITUTES
MBW CALIBRATION chilled mirror analyzers are most commonly used as the transfer standard to maintain traceability. We participate in different activities, working groups, committees etc. related to metrology.
DAkkS Certified CALIBRATION LABORATORY
Process Insights GmbH, Calibration Center in Fellbach, is a calibration laboratory (D-K-22286-01-00) for humidity and temperature accredited by the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. IN EN ISO/IEC 17025, the international standard for laboratory operation and management. As an accredited DAkkS/ DKD calibration laboratory, this certifies our quality and reliability of our test and measurement results. Our customers can trust our results.