Assess Your Balance

Disclaimer

The check result does not provide a full picture of the performance of your weighing device, it is not binding in any way and does not replace a calibration. To ensure continuous weighing accuracy, it is necessary to conduct calibration and test procedures in a regular manner. The result is only based on specifically selected parameters such as risk and weighing tolerances and on the repeatability. Other factors, which might have an influence on the performance of the device, such as the location, environmental conditions, eccentricity, error of indication or sensitivity deviation have not been taken into account. Therefore, the result given is to be considered as a recommendation only. The final responsibility is with the user of the weighing equipment.

When you receive the document after the self-check, please note that it does not extend our liability in any way. It may contain inaccuracies and errors of both a substantive and/or typographical nature. METTLER TOLEDO does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information or the reliability of any advice, opinion or statement in the document. If you rely on the information or any advice, opinion or statement, you are doing so at your sole risk. METTLER TOLEDO does not guarantee that the document or its contents are accurate, complete, reliable, truthful, current or error-free, irrespective of the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the data provided by you.

METTLER TOLEDO will not be liable for any decision made or action taken by you or others in reliance on the information in the document. METTLER TOLEDO shall in no event be liable for any damages, including direct, consequential, incidental and special or any injury resulting from your access to or use of this information or from your reliance on any other information.

Frequently Asked Questions on How to Assess Your Lab Balance

Select your question:

1. Does this check replace a calibration?
2. Why should I perform this test?
3. How significant is the check result?
4. Why is METTLER TOLEDO the right service provider?
5. How can I get in contact with METTLER TOLEDO?

1. Does this check replace a calibration?

No, this check does not replace a calibration since it is does not provide a full picture of the performance of your balance. The result is only based on specifically selected parameters such as risk, weighing tolerances and repeatability. Other factors that could influence the performance of the device, such as the location, environmental conditions, eccentricity, error of indication or sensitivity deviation have not been taken into account. To ensure continuous weighing accuracy, it is necessary to conduct calibration and test procedures in a regular manner – Learn more about the importance of calibration

2. Why should I perform this test?

Do you regularly calibrate your balance? The accuracy of a balance degrades over time through normal wear and tear. External factors such as mechanical shocks or a hazardous environment also take their toll. Only an on-site calibration lets you know how reliable your weighing results are. This test will give you an immediate indication of your balance performance and if your balance meets your process tolerances, though it does not replace calibration. Moreover, based on the result, we will provide you with tailored service recommendations to help you ensure accurate weighing.

3. How significant is the check result?

This simplified test does not replace a calibration, but gives you an indication of your balance performance. Based on your weighing tolerance and the smallest net weight, it helps to determine whether your balance is capable of meeting your process requirements, or if it is being pushed to its performance limits. However, to be sure that your accuracy requirements are being met, you need an on-site calibration.

4. Why is METTLER TOLEDO the right service provider?

Simply put, because we offer you one of the largest, most skilled sales and service networks in the industry. Our factory-trained and authorized service technicians help you to ensure continuous operation, manufacturing quality and maximized uptime. You benefit from comprehensive, audit-proof and fully traceable electronic certificates, heightened consistency in procedures and original spare parts.

5. How can I contact METTLER TOLEDO?

We aim to meet your specific service needs with a comprehensive portfolio of weighing services. METTLER TOLEDO services both laboratory balances and industrial scales, offering equipment support, installation and qualification, calibration, preventive maintenance, and more. We also service other types of measuring equipment. 

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