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Hi Terri, Try googling "calibration cap". A calibration cap is a fixed precision resistor that simulates a predetermined temperature. It is very inexpensive, maybe $50, and it's a certified instrument that is UKAS traceable, an international standard equivalent to NIST. If all your thermometers fit this tool, you don't need to send anything back annually. Just buy one cap annually to use with all your thermometers for verification of accuracy that is accepted on an international basis. Pardon - I should say you only need to send those back that don't match the cap's reading within the degree of variation stated for accuracy. -
I looked at the WTH system online and it looks pretty good. I'd appreciate updates as your experience continues. It appears that they have a variety of sensor options, and a distribution network that can support you locally. Are there are ongoing monthly service charges? How will you manage annual product certifications for the temperature devices? I've seen comments that annual certification can be a complex project if units must be sent out to recertify. We have a very simple option for certs. It's a portable UKAS (equal to NIST) Certified Fixed Precision Resistor. It's a registered device that can be installed temporarily in each receptacle to produce documentation that external temperature devices are providing accurate readings in a select temperature range. RF500 does not limit number of users. Like you mention regarding transmitters from WTH, all RF500 transmitters are also data loggers. It's already used in the UK for tissue and blood transportation logging which downloads a complete transport record when they come within wireless range.
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Megan, Thanks so much for sending me your article on selecting wireless systems. It offers a great guide for what to watch for, and points out the important certifications and approvals one should offer in the US. I'm sure our Comark RF500 meets all standards, as we already have at least 300 systems operating in Lab & Hospital applications in the UK. However, we're just now learning how some of the lab-specific US accreditations are achieved. I appreciate that you've taken time out of your day to share the info. - Vicki
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Hi Cliff, Thanks for the information. I'm new to blogging, and was thinking of my post more as research comparison than advertising! I will look further at your site to determine what the opportunities are for official advertising. If you have any "shortcuts" to make it easy for me, your help is appreciated. Vicki Bucklin
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Hi Cwelks. If you google TempTrak, you'll see that the Univ of Michigan is using that system and it looks like they're helping Cooper-Atkins advertise it. You could get a contact from that link to discuss their experience regarding cost & performance. Before you put your money down though, take a look at Fluke's new Comark RF500 wireless system at www.comarkusa.com. If you want more details, email me at vicki.bucklin@fluke.com for a brochure.
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I work for Fluke Electronics. We have a new Comark RF500 wireless temperature monitoring system that lets you view data on your desktop and export to Excel. It can notify of problems by phone, email, text msg, etc. You can see details at www.comarkusa.com. I'd like to hear from everyone who can help me: 1. What products are you currently using to keep a log of blood temps? 2. How well is it working for you? 3. What would your "dream setup" be? Your feedback will help us develop new products and determine whether we should attend expositions and advertise our current system to your market.