When your instrument comes to Cirrus for calibration, we carry out a comprehensive check of the performance of the unit. The exact number of tests that will be carried out will depend upon the functions that your instrument can provide such as Octave Band Filters or Data Logging. Every function that is available on your instrument is checked to ensure Read More…
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What to check after you noise measurement equipment has been calibrated? Part 5 of 6
When you get your noise equipment back after calibration, check that the work has been done correctly. It is vital that the calibration work has been done in accordance with the standards to which the instrument was designed. What this means is that it is not sufficient to just check the instrument using an Acoustic Calibrator. Follow this check list to Read More…
What should you check before you send your instrument for calibration? Part 4 of 6
Before you send your instrument for calibration, check the following. Any test or calibration laboratory must be able to give you this information. Without it, you should question if they are capable of calibrating your instrument correctly.
How does Cirrus’ calibration differ from anyone else? Part 3 of 6
When we calibrate an instrument, we are checking the performance to exactly the same standards as when the instrument was first manufactured. We use the same test equipment, software and procedures so that when you get your equipment back, it will have exactly the same performance as when it was new. We will even clean your instrument before it comes Read More…
Why should you have your Cirrus instrument calibrated by Cirrus? Part 2 of 6
The simple answer is that we designed and manufactured your instrument so we know it inside out. We have all of the information, procedures and equipment needed to service and calibrate your equipment and if there’s anything wrong with it, we can fix it before it’s calibrated. Expand your Noise Knowledge!Signup to the NoiseNews blog for the latest article updates Read More…
Noise in the refuse and recycling sector – time for a reality check!
David Wilford of No Going Back Productions, a specialist in noise measurement for waste collection and recycling services, discusses noise risks in the refuse and recycling sector An efficient and effective refuse and recycling service plays a pivotal role in local communities and the surrounding environment. However, as recycling initiatives have developed, they have brought with them dangerous levels of Read More…
Why do I need to calibrate my noise measurement instruments? Part 1 of 6
If you are using your noise measurement instrument to meet any Standards, Regulations or Guidelines it is essential that your equipment is measuring accurately. If you are working to the Noise at Work Regulations 2005, or any ISO or BS EN standard that requires the use of noise measurement equipment, the standards to which the equipment must comply will be Read More…
Cirrus Product Training Courses – New Dates for 2011
A new set of dates are available for the Cirrus Product Training Course (CPTC) ready for 2011. Noise measurement equipment can often be a significant investment. To help you use your equipment effectively and make the best out of the investment that you have made, our workshops cover the use of our instruments, giving you tips and advice about how to Read More…
Advice when choosing noise measurement equipment for Noise at Work
Noise legislation, designed to protect hearing and prevent noise nuisance, is becoming tougher and more widespread. It is a response to our increased understanding of the damage that noise can do to hearing, and the negative impact it can have on quality of life in the wider community. It has resulted in a growing need to measure noise and rising Read More…
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