Introduction

Humidity

Humidity plays a vital role in many industrial processes. In sectors like pharmaceuticals and food production, constant monitoring of moisture levels is crucial to maintain quality and prevent issues such as bacterial growth and mold formation. In the natural gas industry, managing humidity is key to avoiding damage. Water vapor in pipelines can cause corrosion, and when it mixes with methane, it can form hydrates that obstruct gas flow and harm the infrastructure. Moreover, humidity affects human comfort significantly. Environments that are too moist can foster mold and create an unpleasant atmosphere, while overly dry conditions may lead to discomfort, including headaches and eye irritation, and can even weaken the immune system, increasing susceptibility to infections.

Geocore and humidity

Geocore offers traceable humidity measurement services to a diverse range of clients, including those in the food, pharmaceutical, and process industries, as well as accredited calibration laboratories. Central to our service is the use of a primary humidity generator, which serves as the national reference standard for humidity. This device conditions a gas flow to achieve full saturation with water vapor under meticulously controlled temperature and pressure conditions. It accommodates gases such as air, nitrogen, and methane, ensuring that every measurement is directly traceable to SI units.

Consultancy

We work closely with manufacturers and end users, providing tailored advice to enhance measurement and inspection techniques that boost process efficiency and product quality. Our methods ensure that all measurements remain directly traceable to SI units.

Customisation

Custom humidity metrology

At Geocore, we leverage our deep expertise in humidity measurement and data analysis to offer a range of specialized services. These include developing and advising on advanced humidity measurement techniques, validating humidity measurement systems, and preparing and managing uncertainty budgets. We also provide expert guidance on establishing and accrediting robust quality systems. Every project is unique—if you need tailored advice or want to explore how we can assist you, please get in touch.

Calibration

Humidity calibration services

Humidity plays a vital role in enhancing product performance, reducing expenses, and improving human comfort. Along with temperature, it influences numerous processes—both directly and indirectly—in industries such as petrochemicals, energy, healthcare, and environmental management. By ensuring accurate humidity measurements, Geocore helps mitigate its adverse effects on processes and products. Additionally, we offer specialized humidity measurement services for sensor manufacturers and calibration laboratories.

Calibration of dew point meters

Geocore calibrates dew point meters by referencing a primary humidity generator alongside calibrated humidity sensors. This process is conducted within a controlled climatic chamber, equipped with a dew point meter standardized to primary levels and temperature sensors. The entire workflow—from analyzing results and computing uncertainty to issuing certificates—is fully automated, ensuring rapid turnaround times.