LIQUID FLOW CALIBRATION

State-of-the-art liquid flow calibration system capable of achieving optimal performances on volumetric and mass flow.

We are devoted to offering precise, reliable and fast calibration services that meet our customers’ expectations

Liquid Flow Calibration

Service on all major brands

Our metrologists are trained and equipped to work with most brands and technologies of liquid flow meters including:

  • Coriolis Mass Flow Meters
  • Turbine Flow Meters
  • Magnetic Flow Meters
  • Ultrasonic Flow Meters
  • Mechanical and Gear Meters for Non-Lubricant Fluids
  • Rotameters / Variable Area (Glass and Metal Tubes)
  • Volumetric Flow Meters
  • Orifice Plates and Nozzles
  • Differential Pressure Flow Meters
  • Flow Switch
  • Vane and Paddlewheel Flow Sensor

Why calibrate a liquid flow meter?

Key elements in determining compliance with national and international standards are the validity and accuracy of inspection, measurement and test results. A liquid flow meter performance degrades over time, liquid flow calibration must be performed to provide the necessary level of confidence in the results of the tests being conducted.

There are several reasons why a liquid flow meter falls out of calibration: physical modifications may occur from corrosion or dirt within the process; internal parts degrade slowly and will eventually have an impact on meter performance or flow meter may receive mechanical or pneumatic impacts resulting from process variations, improper installation or initialization or procedure.

TechnologyCause
Coriolis

Coating and wear of the flow tube

Turbine

Bearings affected by chemicals or dirt; bearing service affects calibration; rotors wear

Variable Area

Material build-up; clogging; tube abrasion

Magnetic

Liner damage; electrode coating

Positive Displacement

Dirty liquids, corrosion and abrasion change the volume; bearing wear degrades accuracy; gear service affects calibration; solids can cause plugging

Differential Pressure

Orifice plates, nozzles and venturis are subject to wear: orifices plate get knocked out of position. Pitot tubes become clogged

Ultrasonic

Changes in the sonic properties of the fluids; lack of contact between transducer and pipe wall

Vortex

Flow meter mounted improperly in pipe; vibration; shedder wear