Glossar

Calibration refers to the comparison of a measurement system with a traceable reference standard in order to verify its measurement accuracy. It serves to identify potential measurement deviations and to demonstrate the reliability of the measurement results.

Unlike verification or adjustment, calibration does not alter the measuring system but merely documents its measurement behavior. It is an important component of quality management and helps ensure the long-term accuracy of measuring systems. In logistics, dimensioning, weighing, and DWS systems are regularly calibrated to ensure reproducible measurement values and high process quality.

Practical example:

Before a new dimensioning system is put into operation, its measurement accuracy is verified and documented using calibrated reference objects.

See also: DWS, European Measuring Instruments Directive (MID), Measurement accuracy, Traceability, Quality management, Weight measurement