Equipment Qualification is a service specifically designed to address compliance needs in today’s demanding regulatory environments. To help you to comply with quality requirements and to achieve reliable performance, this service offers an onsite, fully documented, professional start-up installation following these qualification processes:

Installation Qualification (IQ) proves that all material has been provided as intended:

• Environmental conditions are suitable for the device.
• The supplied devices are complete.
• Installation was done properly.

Operational Qualification (OQ) proves that the installed device works as intended:

• Defined operational functionality according to system specifications.
• Qualification protocols were followed correctly.

Performance Qualification (PQ) provides:

• Comprehensive verification of equipment performance levels.
• Assistance for performing your own measurements.
• Regular examinations of your device’s performance.
• Confidence about accuracy and reliablity from the start.

Maintenance Qualification (MQ) provides:

• Definition of scope and intervals for preventive maintenance.
• Determination of calibration and verification intervals.
• Service regimen including all necessary measures and procedures to ensure optimal performance.

The setup and configuration of measurement devices is a critical step in ensuring accuracy and reliability. The way the device is set up and configured can have a significant impact on its performance. For example, if the device is not installed in the correct location, it may be exposed to environmental conditions that can affect its accuracy. Similarly, if the device is not connected to the correct equipment, it may not be able to function properly.

The specific steps involved will vary depending on the device, but some common steps include:

1. Selecting the appropriate location for the device to ensure it is compatible with your working environment, application, and process.
2. Professional installation of the device.
3. Connecting the device to specified devices and systems in your production line.
4. Initial calibration of the device.
5. Programming the device with desired settings and customized user interfaces.

To ensure that your measurement devices are set up and configured correctly, it is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Request a technician to perform the setup and configuration for you.