The importance of calibration, the standards we use and what happens

Texcel Recommends Annual Calibration

Regular calibration is required to meet the standards being followed in compliance monitoring.
Texcel recommends annual calibration in accordance with AS2187.2 – 2006 – Clause J3.1.2(b). This
exceeds the requirement of Western Australia’s ‘Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997’.

Texcel’s Calibration Process is Traceable and Documented

Sensor Calibration

Sensor calibration is calibration by comparison with a reference transducer.
Our reference sensors are calibrated by the Australian Government’s National Measurement Institute, at
a Laboratory accredited to NATA requirements, which include the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 and
are traceable to Australian standards of measurement.

Electronic Circuit calibration

Electronic Circuit calibration is achieved by using a calibrated multimeters or equivalent measuring instruments.
Our multimeters are calibrated at a laboratory accredited by NATA in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025,
or an international test facility traceable to the Australian Government’s National Measurement Institute,
or other national metrology institutes.

Returning the Monitor for Calibration

When returning the monitor for calibration, include the following:

• The monitor – ETM or GTM
• The triaxial geophone sensor – Land Case
• The microphone if purchased
• The charger
• Sensor cables, unless they are fixed

Calibration Includes:

When a monitor is returned to Texcel for calibration, the following work is carried out:
1. Monitor and sensors calibrated;
2. All equipment in kit thoroughly tested;
3. Firmware version upgraded (if required);
4. Software version upgraded (if required).

Further Assistance

If you need any further assistance, please contact Texcel:
Phone: +61-7-3237 8111
Email: team@texcel.com.au