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This section provides an overview for calibration instruments as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 48 calibration instrument manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked calibration instrument companies as of December, 2024: 1.PemTech, 2.Environics Inc., 3.Maury Microwave.
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Calibration instruments are essential devices for inspecting and adjusting the accuracy of measuring instruments.
Measuring instruments may experience errors during use, and calibration is performed to correct these errors. These devices use standard instruments to inspect and adjust the errors of measuring instruments, ensuring accurate measurement results.
The operating principle involves using standard instruments and the measuring instrument simultaneously to detect errors in the measuring instrument by comparing the measurement results of both. Calibration instruments are utilized in various fields such as manufacturing, healthcare, and research and development, where maintaining the accuracy of measuring equipment is crucial. They come in various types for measuring length, weight, temperature, pressure, electricity, and other characteristics, with each type selected according to the specific measurement target. Accuracy is particularly important, necessitating regular calibration.
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PemTech is a manufacturer of gas detectors and gas monitoring equipment, offering a comprehensive array of toxic gas detectors, LEL combustible gas sensors, multi-channel gas monitors, and process gas analyzers. The range covers gases like Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), Ammonia, Propane, and more, including oxygen deficiency detectors. Collaborating with application engineers, clients devise tailored gas detection solutions, resulting in cost-effective products. PemTech's in-house manufacturing ensures swift delivery and quality assurance, making it a credible name globally since 1989 for precise gas detection needs.
Environics Inc., established in Tolland, CT in 1986 is a manufacturer of computerized gas flow instrumentation for gas mixers, gas dilution and calibration systems. Their product portfolio includes Ambient Monitor Gas Calibrators, Zero Air Generators, Water Vapor Gas Standard Generator, Gas Divider Systems and Reduced Oxygen Breathing Devices. The company's products find applications including, Hypoxia Research, Sensor Testing, Medical/Biological Mixing and food packaging. The company also offers customer services that include technical support, custom research projects and customized services.
A.H. Systems, Inc., established in 1974 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of antennas for compliance testing. The company's product range includes Antenna Kits, Biconical Antennas, Biological Antennas, Current Probes, and Dipole Antennas. These products satisfy many test standards, including CISPR, MIL-STD, FCC, IEC, and SAE. The company's services entail antenna calibration, antenna rental, and a discount warehouse. It is devoted to providing quality products and services to its customers. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has a long history of customer satisfaction.
Interface, Inc., based in Arizona, and established in 1968, is a manufacturer of load cells and a provider of force measurement solutions. Beside load cells, the company also produces torque transducers, multi-axis sensors, and other instrumentation. These products are great solutions for aerospace, automotive, factory automation, energy, medical, and other industries. Besides offering products, It offers repair services and calibration on load cells and other force measurement devices. The company received the 2019 Manufacturer of the Year and 20 Promising Energy Tech Solutions Providers 2020. It becomes the supplier for Fortune 100 companies such as Boeing, Airbus, NASA, Ford, and others.
MSA Safety, founded in 1914, is a manufacturer and supplier of safety products such as self-contained breathing apparatus, flame detection systems, fall protection devices, and fire & rescue helmets that protect users from potentially dangerous or life-threatening situations while working in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries, the fire service, mining, construction, and military. Cranberry Township, Pa., is the company's headquarters north of Pittsburgh, and it has manufacturing plants in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. MSA generates approximately half of its sales outside North America, with over 40 international sites.
Badger Meter, Inc. was founded in 1905 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Badger Meter is a manufacturer and marketer of flow measurement, quality, control, and communication solutions in the United States and globally. Badger Meter serves several industries including water treatment, water distribution, aviation, concrete production. Badger Meter offers utility water solutions and commercial & industrial solutions product segments. Together they include products such as meters, software, diagnostics, and quality monitoring.
Tinsley Instrumentation Ltd established in Braintree, Essex in 1904 is a manufacturer of precision measurement equipment such as transformer testers and submarine cable equipment. Their product portfolio includes clamp meters, Transformer Test Equipment, Decade Resistance Boxes, Resistance Measurement, and Portable Bridges. The company's products are used in research and development laboratories for conducting experiments, analyzing data, and prototyping new technologies. The company has a national distribution network and a customer and technical support center.
Maury Microwave, established in 1957, has its headquarters in Ontario, California, and is a manufacturer of microwave-based measuring, testing and calibration equipment, automated tuning systems, and noise parameter measurement for the aerospace, defense, and wireless telecom industries. The company has strategic alliances with Anteverta Microwave, AMCAD Engineering, and Vertigo Technologies to produce a wide range of products and composite solutions for radiofrequency measurement and interconnect systems to strengthen wireless communication technologies and networks.
Mountz Torque, founded in San Jose, CA, in 1965 is a manufacturer of torque products such as Robotic Screwdrivers, Torque Calibration, and Measuring Torque. The company's product portfolio includes Preset Torque Limiters, Torque Sensors, Run Down Adapters, Calibration Equipment and Torque analyzers and Sensor Accessories. Their products are used in the energy sector for wind turbine assembly and maintenance, critical aerospace components and systems and automotive assembly lines and maintenance applications. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation.
Pratt & Whitney Measurement Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of ultra-precision metrology products and solutions. Established in 1860, the company is headquartered in Bloomfield, Connecticut, USA. Its main activities revolve around designing, and manufacturing advanced metrology solutions, including Universal (ID/OD) Measuring Instruments and Long Length Universal (ID/OD) Measuring Instruments. The company offers a range of high-precision products, such as gages, calipers, and micrometers, catering to industries like aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing. Pratt & Whitney Measurement Systems provides comprehensive calibration and certification services, ensuring accurate measurements. The company serves applications like dimensional inspection, quality control, and process optimization, supporting various industries.
Owlstone Inc. is based in Cambridge, England, UK, and is a manufacturer of chemical sensing and detection technology products that was established in 2004 as a part of the Owlstone Group. The company’s product lineup includes its Lonestar brand high field asymmetric waveform ion mobility spectrometry (FAIMS) analyzer for detecting trace chemicals, its Lonestar VOC brand variant suited for volatile organic compounds, and its ultraFAIMS brand miniature chip for integration with compatible spectrometers. The company’s products are mainly used in industrial processing and manufacturing facilities and operations.
CHINO Works America Inc. (CWA), a wholly owned subsidiary of CHINO Corporation, headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, established in 1983, is a manufacturer of industrial process instruments. The company manufactures sensors, instruments, systems, and control equipment used in the measurement of temperature, moisture, and humidity. The extensive range of instruments includes temperature sensors, recorders, infrared thermometers, controllers, systems, and various accessories. Operating with manufacturing facilities, offices, and agents across the globe, CHINO Corporation supplies its products and services around the globe.
Sierra Instruments, Inc. was established in 1973 and has its headquarters in California, United States. The company is a manufacturer of flow instruments for nearly every liquid, gas, and steam application, with locations in Europe and China. Sierra's range of flow instruments includes immersible thermal mass flow meters, vortex flow meters, and thermal mass flow controllers for various applications. The company's flow controllers have applications across global industries such as oil and gas, energy management, biotech, and aerospace.
Fluke Corporation, established in 1948 and based in Everett, Washington, is a manufacturer of precision calibration solutions. The company provides instrumentation and software tailored for electrical, temperature, pressure, flow, and RF measurements. These instruments are commonly utilized in calibration laboratories and process measurement instrument shops globally, including National Metrology Institutes. The companu also offers services and software solutions for assisting organizations in effectively managing assets and operations, with support ranging from individual to enterprise-level integration.
OMEGA Engineering Inc., founded in Norwalk, CT, in 1962 is a manufacturer of products used to measure temperature and humidity, flow and level, and pressure. The company's product portfolio includes thermocouple probes and assemblies, pressure gauges and switches, and air velocity measurement systems, wireless systems and portable optic sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
Founded in 1980, Dytran manufactures high-quality dynamic testing solutions from its 45,000-square-foot facility in Chatsworth, California. Dytran designs and manufactures innovative sensors, accelerometers, and associated electronics for measuring dynamic force, pressure, and vibration. The company offers a wide range of product lines, with full in-house customization capabilities to provide customers with a one-stop shop for test and measurement requirements. Dytran's specializations include designing single-axis and triaxial IEPE accelerometers, ultra-high temperature charge mode sensors, pressure sensors, and digital bus-based sensors. Dylan is reputed for its sensor technologies for both product development testing and embedded solutions.
Hayward Flow Control was founded in 1923 and operates out of Clemmons, North Carolina. Hayward Flow Control is a manufacturer of industrial thermoplpastic valves and process control products. Hayward Flow Control product lines include thermoplapstic valves such as ball valves and butterfly valves, Hayward Filtration & Straining line, Hayward Actuation line including actuators and actuated valves, pressure & flow control valves, corrosion resistant pumps, instrumentation, bulkhead fittings & tank accessories, end connections, and other parts and accessories.
PCB Piezotronics, founded in 1967 and headquartered in North Carolina, is a manufacturer of sensors for design engineers and predictive maintenance. They design and manufacture various sensors such as microphones, vibration, pressure, force, and torque sensors. Their products are used for testing, measurement, monitoring, and control requirements in automotive, aerospace, military, and other industries in order to gather accurate data, ensure safety, enable predictive maintenance, and facilitate advancements across multiple industries. PCB Piezotronics is a subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation.
TSI, headquartered in the United States, is a supplier of instruments and measurements solutions since 1961. The company provides measurement, application guidance, and data analytics solutions that enables customers to make informed decisions in pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, or cleanroom certification. Their instruments have helped organizations and individuals measure materials, analyze data, and comply with requirements of every kind.They also have product development, manufacturing and customer support facilities on three continents with distributors and manufacturers’ representatives providing local support worldwide.
Copper Mountain Technologies designs and manufactures equipment for Radio Frequency testing and measuring solution devices for engineers universally. The Organization was incorporated in Indianapolis, USA with offices and service centres located around the globe. The company has an international client base in around hundred countries with more than thousands of customers.They primarily supply vector network analysers for their clients.Their Vector Network Analysers include a Radio Frequency measurement module and a software application which can be used in an external personal computer, laptop or tablet and connects to the measurement hardware via USB interface.
Advanced Torque Products LLC, founded in Newington, CT, is a supplier of digital torque multipliers. The company's product portfolio includes Digital Torque Multipliers, Lifting Devices, Angle Verification, Click Wrenches and Ultrasonic boxes. The company also provides services such as calibration, machining, engineering services, repair services and customer and technical support. The company's products are used in markets such as automotive and transportation, telecommunications, industrial automation, healthcare and medical devices, and aerospace and defense.
Isotech North America., founded in the United States in 1994, is a supplier of precision temperature calibration equipment. The company offers a range of data logging solutions for tracking and documenting temperature measurements, devices for simulating RTD and thermocouple outputs for calibration and testing, high-accuracy reference thermometers for precision measurements, precision dry block calibrators for on-site and laboratory temperature calibration, and a range of calibration baths for accurately calibrating temperature sensors and thermometers.
Top-Electronics USA is based in Tucson, Arizona, USA, and is a distributor of electronic modules and components that was established in 2016 as a subsidiary of the Dutch company TOP-electronics. The company stocks a range of electronic products from brands such as Northern Mechatronics, LM Technologies, and 2J Antennas. These products include motion control modules, internet of things (IoT) modules, and power converters. It also offers embeddable computers and displays, as well as spare connectors and cables for products on stock. The company mainly markets to its clients in the automotive, telecom, and consumer electronics industries.
Lufft USA, Inc. is a manufacturer established in 1881 that specializes in precision meteorological and environmental monitoring solutions. Based in Fellbach, Germany, the company aims on delivering measurement technology and assistance. Its product offerings encompass a range of sensors and instruments, such as weather stations, air quality monitors, and road weather information systems. These solutions find applications in industries like transportation, agriculture, and environmental research, providing accurate data for informed decision-making. The company works to enhancing monitoring capabilities in diverse sectors.
Marposs S.p.A. is headquartered in Bentivoglio, Italy. The company serves industries such asa aerospace, semiconductors, machine tooling, and biomedical as a manufacturer and as a service provider. The company’s products vary by industry but include tools for gauging, profiling, and monitoring, as well as data management systems and machines for testing and automation. The company’s services include after sales service, customer training, original spare parts, retrofit and upgrade of existing machinery, and project management consulting services.
AMETEK Land was founded in the UK in 1947, and acquired by the Process & Analytical Instruments Division of AMETEK, Inc in 2006, is a manufacturer of monitors and analyzers for industrial infrared non-contact temperature measurement, combustion efficiency, and environmental pollutant emissions. The company is a supplier of product application solutions to world industries including steelmaking, glass making, minerals processing, hydrocarbon processing, and thermal power generation. Aligned with their expert knowledge, they meet the challenges of a wide range of applications, delivering process safety and process control that the customers depend on.
E+E Elektronik Ges.m.b.H., established in 1975 in Austria, is a manufacturer and provider of cutting-edge sensor solutions for humidity, temperature, and CO2 measurement. The company’s product portfolio includes humidity sensors, temperature sensors, transmitters, and CO2 sensors. These technologies are broadly employed in industries such as HVAC, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and more. E+E Elektronik's team of experienced engineers and professionals collaborate closely with customers to understand their specific needs and deliver tailored sensor solutions. The company also plays a great role in raising measurement accuracy and enhancing improved environmental monitoring and control systems.
Founded in Switzerland, Kistler serves both public and private customers in the automotive, aerospace, maritime, transportation, medical, semiconductor, energy and life sciences industries. Products include sensors as well as connectivity, signal, and data acquisition devices as well as software solutions. Applications of these solutions include R&D to safety testing, and condition monitoring. Key technologies include dynamic pressure, force, torque and acceleration measurement technologies.
HydroLynx Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of real-time data telemetry systems established in 1995 and is based in West Sacramento, California, USA. The company specializes in products for flood warning and hydrological monitoring applications. These products include telemetry equipment such as transmitters and data loggers, optical and tipping bucket type rain gauges, and field equipment such as mounts and solar panels. The company’s products are commonly used by clients in the environmental protection and meteorology sectors.
DynaTronic Corporation Ltd. is a manufacturer of data acquisition equipment and testing instruments founded in 2012 and based in Suzhou, Jiangsu, China. The company’s products include vibration transducer calibration systems for automating the calibration of multiple vibration sensors, high shock accelerometers for analyzing sudden shock or impact scenarios, and modal shakers for component testing or aerospace ground vibration tests. It also offers shock test systems and vibration controllers in different specifications and standards. The company’s products are commonly used by clients in the automotive, aerospace, and civil engineering sectors.
Foundrax Engineering Products Ltd. is an UKAS-certified manufacturer of testing machines and equipment for Brinell hardness that was established in London, England, United Kingdom, in 1948. The company produces Brinell hardness testing equipment such as reference blocks and indenters, as well as hardness testing machines such as portable and automatic models. It also offers calibration, maintenance, and repair services for customers requiring additional assistance. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the rail, metalworking, and mining industries.
Founded in 1890 in Missouri, Emerson Electric Co., is a technology and engineering company that provides various solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets globally. Business segments include automation solutions, AspenTech, and commercial & residential solutions segments. The Automation Solutions segment offers measurement and analytical instrumentation, industrial valves and equipment, and process control software and systems. The AspenTech segment provides asset optimization software for enhancing performance through a combination of modeling, simulation, and optimization capabilities. The Commercial & Residential Solutions segment offers residential and commercial HVAC products, system protector and flow control devices, and IoT thermostats.
Edgetech Instruments, Inc., established in 1965 and headquartered in Hudson, USA, is a manufacturer of chilled mirror dew/frost point hygrometers and other moisture and oxygen measurement devices. The company specializes in three moisture sensor technologies: chilled mirror, polymer RH, and phosphorous pentoxide, ensuring accurate long-term moisture measurement from trace parts per million to 100% relative humidity. Its products include absolute and relative humidity hygrometers, oxygen concentration analyzers, and more. It also offers the Dew master mirror hygrometer and the Trak II chilled mirror transmitter. The company’s products are used in the aerospace, automotive, and defense industries.
Enting Water Conditioning Inc., established in 1965 and headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, United States, is a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of water conditioning equipment and systems. The company provides solutions for residential drinking water, public drinking water, and industrial water conditioning systems. Its products include hydrogen sulfide filters, UV disinfection systems, and whole-house carbon filters. Its products are available to consumers through its distributors, and it welcomes inquiries from industrial clients for consultation on custom large-scale water softening and filtration systems. Its services include the sale of spare parts and consumables and the maintenance of its products.
Process Insights is a designer and manufacturer of water and gas analytical instrumentation that was established in 2012 as a portfolio company of the private equity firm Union Park Capital. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company produces detectors, sensors, monitors, and analyzers for measuring physical environmental parameters such as moisture, gas composition, or humidity. It also offers software and instrumentation for environmental compliance and process control applications. Process Insights also provides performance verification and factory acceptance testing for its clients in the petrochemical, power generation, semiconductor, and environmental protection sectors.
Norbar Torque Tools Limited, established in 1943 and headquartered in Willoughby, Ohio, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of torque tools and related accessories and equipment. The company's solutions include torque screwdrivers, electronic torque wrenches, and handheld battery tool multipliers. It also offers ultrasonic bolt measurement devices and calibration equipment. These products are used in various applications where nuts and bolts need to be tightened to specific requirements, such as in traditional engine construction. It offers after-sales service and support that includes the supply of spare parts and repairs.
Ralston Instruments, founded in 1969, is an American manufacturer based in Novelty, Ohio, specializing in pressure calibration solutions. The company's product lineup of pressure calibration products encompasses the Ralston Quick-test System, comprising adapter and hose kits, valves, straight adapters, and test point fittings. Alongside these, it offers other calibration products such as compressed gas control, digital pressure calibrations, accompanying software, as well as calibration test pumps. These products find application in various sectors, including maritime, manufacturing, and the oil and natural gas industries. Notably, the company holds accreditation from the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for performing calibrations on metrological instruments.
Buck Research Instruments LLC, established in 1989 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, United States, is a manufacturer of precision humidity measurement devices and equipment. The company's products include a range of high-performance chilled mirror hygrometers that are used in laboratories, aerial research, and industrial processes to accurately measure humidity. It welcomes inquiries for custom equipment design and manufacture. It serves industries that include pharmaceutical production, aircraft manufacturing, and fuel cell production. Its notable clients include NASA and the United States Air Force.
Sturtevant Richmont is a manufacturer established in 1940 with its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in torque tools and precision measurement equipments. Their product range includes torque wrenches, screwdrivers, torque testers, and calibration equipments. These tools are widely used in automotive, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and maintenance sectors for assembly operations, and quality control. Sturtevant Richmont holds certifications such as ISO 9001 and ISO 17025, ensuring in delivering tools that meet the demanding standards of modern industries.
Hoffer Flow Controls, Inc. is a manufacturer of turbine flow meters and process equipment that was established in 1969 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, USA. The company primarily produces turbine flow meters for liquids, cryogenic fluids, and gasses. It also offers subsea turbine flow meters for deepwater operations, flow electronics such as converters and amplifiers, and flow accessories such as valves and fittings. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the pharma-biotech, power generation, and oil and gas industries.
Renishaw plc., established in 1973 and based in Wotton-under-Edge, United Kingdom, is a manufacturer of analytical instruments, medical devices, and manufacturing technologies. Some of the products it stocks include additive manufacturing systems, open optical encoders, and neurological products, and it operates in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions, with 67 locations in 36 countries. Throughout its history, the company has spent 13% to 18% of its annual sales in R&D and engineering. In 1981, it set up its first international manufacturing facility in Ireland, and in 1984, it was listed in the London Stock Exchange unlisted securities market.
Value Tronics International Inc., founded in 1992 and based in Elgin, Illinois, is a distributor of a wide range of equipment, such as signal generators, power supplies, and spectrum analyzers. The company stocks over 8,000 products, including used and new equipment from over 300 manufacturers like Berkeley Varitronics, Compression Techniques, and Delta Elektronika. It also buys obsolete and unused testing and lab equipment, which includes meters, oscilloscopes, and data loggers. The company provides financing options that allow customers to pay for purchases later. It also has a loyalty program where customers earn a 2% credit after a purchase.
Inspector Tools, founded in 1999 and based in Ventura, California, is a distributor and supplier of test equipment catering to sectors such as facility maintenance, building inspection, and energy conservation. The company maintains a diverse inventory featuring products from over 20 brands, including Extech Instruments, Met One Instruments Inc., and General Wire Spring Company. Offerings range from home inspection kits to carbon monoxide detectors and infrared cameras. Inspector Tools provides customers with an online catalog showcasing its entire product range. Additionally, customers can create digital accounts for faster checkouts and access to order history.
Blue Tools LLC, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, is a distributor and retail supplier of pneumatic tools, motors, and torque tools. The company's products include cutting tools, pneumatic assembly tools, and torque testing equipment. These products are used for cutting, grinding, and shaping metal, wood, and composites. It also offers a line of accessories that include cutting discs, drill bits, and band saw blades. Its clients include commercial trade services providers and individual trade professionals, and its products are available for purchase from its online store.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | PemTech |
60.0%
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| 2 | Environics Inc. |
20.0%
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| 3 | Maury Microwave |
20.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the calibration instrument page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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24 | 82.8% |
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Germany
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2 | 6.9% |
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Italy
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1 | 3.4% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 3.4% |
Switzerland
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1 | 3.4% |
