Liquid Handling Calibration Solutions
Reliable volume accuracy is essential for reproducible results and compliant workflows. BRANDTECH Scientific supports calibration and service for pipettes and liquid handling instruments through trusted, ISO-accredited partners in the United States and Canada.
Why Calibration Standards Matter in Liquid Handling
Precise liquid measurement is fundamental to high-quality scientific work, whether you’re performing qPCR, drug discovery, cell culture, diagnostics, or regulated laboratory testing. Liquid handling calibration standards such as ISO 17025 and ISO 8655 ensure that pipettes, repeaters, and bottle-top dispensers deliver the expected volume accurately and consistently.
Accurate calibration is essential because it:
- Ensures traceable, reproducible performance
- Reduces experimental variability and assay drift
- Supports GLP/GMP, CLIA, CAP, FDA compliance, and internal QA/QC requirements
- Prevents costly repeat tests caused by volume errors
- Protects data integrity in high-stakes workflows
Even slight deviations in volume can lead to unreliable results, making calibration an essential part of every lab's quality management process.
BRANDTECH offers a full range of calibration solutions that meet ISO 17025 and ISO 8655 standards through our partnership with Transcat Pipettes (United States) and Labmed Solutions (Canada).
Free Pipette Performance Check Between Calibration Intervals
Not sure if your pipette is still performing within spec between calibration intervals? Request a free in-person pipette leak check from your local BRANDTECH Sales Representative to confirm performance and identify issues early.
Start Faster With Pipettes That Include ISO Calibration Certificates
For labs that require verified calibration documentation before new instruments can be placed into service, BRANDTECH can supply the Transferpette® family of pipettes with ISO 17025 / ISO 8655 calibration certificates.
With calibration data showing your new pipette meets internationally recognized standards for accuracy and precision, you can avoid delays and additional service costs—helping your lab stay productive and audit-ready from day one.
By starting with pipettes that include ISO 8655-compliant calibration data, you can support maximum data integrity and ensure reliable, repeatable performance for critical applications.
Labs operating in regulated and documentation-driven environments—such as Quality Control, ISO-accredited, and GLP/GMP laboratories—often require ISO-compliant calibration records to satisfy internal SOPs and audit expectations. Transferpette® pro pipettes with ISO 8655 calibration certificates are calibrated by our ISO 17025-accredited partner, Transcat Pipettes, immediately prior to shipment to maximize time in service before recalibration is required.
Calibration Service Options
Routine calibration should be performed by an ISO 17025-accredited calibration facility that meets your lab’s requirements for accuracy, precision, and traceability. ISO 8655 is one of the most demanding international standards for testing piston-operated volumetric apparatus such as pipettes.
Through our authorized partners Transcat Pipettes (US) and Labmed Solutions (Canada), BRANDTECH can support ongoing calibration needs with both mail-in and on-site service options
Mail-In Calibration Services
Many labs choose mail-in pipette calibration for its convenience and predictable turnaround times. Our authorized partners provide:
- ISO 8655 traceable calibration reports
- Preventative maintenance and inspection
- Seal and component checks
- Functional adjustments
- Repair options if needed
- Safe return shipping
Mail-in service is ideal for individual users, small labs, and teams with predictable service schedules.
On-Site Calibration (US & Canada)
High-volume laboratories and facilities that cannot afford instrument downtime may benefit from on-site pipette calibration, performed directly at your location. On-site service offers:
- Calibration and Verification
- Various service levels available to suite your requirements
- Minimal workflow interruption
- Ability to calibrate large pipette inventories
- Immediate documentation for audits or QA reviews
On-site calibration helps maintain compliance while keeping labs running at full productivity.
Calibration Service Options
Through our authorized partners Transcat Pipettes (US) and Labmed Solutions (Canada), BRANDTECH can support ongoing calibration needs with both mail-in and on-site service options
Authorized Calibration & Service Partners (US & Canada)
Trusted Maintenance, Repair, Calibration for Your Instruments
To support long-term performance across your liquid handling workflows, BRANDTECH works with a network of authorized service and calibration providers across the United States and Canada. These specialists deliver pipette maintenance, repair, recalibration, and performance verification services to help keep your instruments operating reliably.
All partners are trained to service BRAND liquid handling instruments, including Dispensette® Bottletop Dispensers, HandyStep® Repeating Pipettes and Transferpette® Pipettes.
Partners follow validated procedures aligned with internationally recognized calibration standards to ensure instruments meet expected performance.
COMPANY WEBSITE PHONE
Transcat Pipettes www.pipettes.com 800-242-6022
Precision Scale & Balance www.scaleandbalance.com 800-634-3008
Labmed Solutions – Canada www.labmedsolutions.com 877-584-7474
Supporting Reliable Data Across US & Canadian Labs
Whether you’re ordering new pipettes with ISO-certified accuracy or maintaining your current inventory through trusted service providers, BRANDTECH Scientific provides the resources and support to help you uphold the highest standards in liquid handling.
All BRAND® Transferpette® pipettes are calibrated during manufacturing according to DIN EN ISO 8655-7:2022 in a fully accredited, on-site calibration laboratory. New BRAND pipettes include a certificate of performance.
Need guidance selecting the right calibration option? Our team is here to help.
FAQ: Liquid Handling Calibration & Service
Pipette calibration is the process of verifying that a pipette dispenses the correct volume within an established tolerance. Calibration confirms accuracy and precision and supports consistent performance across critical lab workflows.
Accurate liquid handling is essential for reproducible results. Calibration helps reduce experimental variability, supports data integrity, and ensures instruments meet documentation and compliance expectations in regulated or quality-controlled environments.
ISO 17025 is an international standard for testing and calibration laboratories. When calibration is performed by an ISO 17025-accredited provider, it supports traceability and confidence that calibration practices meet recognized quality requirements.
ISO 8655 is the international standard used to test piston-operated volumetric devices, including pipettes. ISO 8655 testing is widely used to evaluate pipette performance and is one of the most demanding standards for accuracy and precision verification
Calibration typically includes measuring performance against defined standards and documenting results. Verification may be performed between calibration intervals to confirm that your pipette is still performing within acceptable limits.
Calibration frequency depends on your lab’s SOPs, usage volume, application sensitivity, and risk profile. Many labs calibrate on a regular schedule (such as quarterly or semi-annually), while high-use or regulated environments may require more frequent verification.
BRANDTECH Scientific supports both mail-in and on-site calibration options through authorized partners in the United States and Canada. Service offerings may include inspection, preventative maintenance, adjustments, repair options, and calibration reporting.
If you suspect a pipette may be out of specification between scheduled calibrations, you can request a free in-person pipette leak check from your local BRANDTECH Sales Representative to help identify performance issues early.
Yes. BRANDTECH can supply Transferpette® pipettes with ISO 17025 / ISO 8655 calibration certificates for labs that require calibration documentation before new instruments are put into service.n.
Authorized partners are trained to support a range of BRAND liquid handling instruments, including Transferpette® pipettes, HandyStep® repeating pipettes, and Dispensette® bottletop dispensers.
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