How Often Should Press Tools Be Calibrated? A Complete Guide
Press tools are essential equipment for plumbing, HVAC, heating and mechanical installations, but how often should they be serviced and calibrated?
Whether you're using a Novopress, Geberit, Milwaukee or another professional press tool, regular maintenance and inspection help keep your equipment operating reliably, reduce unexpected downtime and support consistent pressing performance.
However, calibration and servicing requirements aren't necessarily the same for every tool. The correct interval can depend on the manufacturer, model, usage and operating conditions.
In this guide, we'll explain what you need to know about press tool calibration, the importance of regular servicing and how to keep your equipment in excellent working condition.
How Often Should a Novopress Press Tool Be Calibrated?
New Novopress press tools come with a two-year calibration interval from new. After this initial period, calibration is required annually.
Keeping your press tool within its calibration schedule helps maintain reliable performance and ensures it receives the appropriate checks throughout its working life.
Not sure when your next calibration is due?
There are several ways to check:
- Check the calibration sticker: Your tool should have a date sticker indicating when its next calibration is due.
- Use the NovoCheck app: If you have a Bluetooth-enabled Novopress tool, you can use the NovoCheck app to check the tool's information, including its calibration status.
- Contact Press-Cal: If you're unsure, our workshop can identify the calibration status of your tool and advise when it's next due.
It's worth checking your calibration date regularly rather than waiting until the tool becomes overdue.
What Happens During a Press Tool Service and Calibration?
At Press-Cal Solutions, we understand that not every press tool requires the same level of attention.
The condition, usage and maintenance history of a tool all help determine the most appropriate service.
Full Service & Calibration
For tools requiring more comprehensive maintenance, our technicians can carry out a full service and calibration, which typically includes:
- Stripping down the tool to inspect its internal components.
- Cleaning and checking parts for wear, damage or deterioration.
- Replacing worn or damaged components where necessary.
- Applying fresh lubrication to the appropriate moving parts.
- Reassembling the tool and carrying out calibration checks.
Our aim is to return your equipment in excellent working condition, helping reduce unexpected breakdowns and unnecessary downtime.
Calibration Only
Not every tool needs a complete strip-down.
If your press tool has seen relatively light use, has been recently maintained and is in suitable condition, a calibration-only service may be all that's required.
This allows us to carry out the necessary calibration checks without undertaking a full mechanical service, offering a more cost-effective option where appropriate.
Our approach is simple: recommend the work your tool actually needs, not unnecessary servicing.
Calibration certification
Whether your press tool receives a full service and calibration or a calibration-only service, you'll receive:
- Official Calibration Certificate – Documentation confirming that your tool has undergone its calibration checks, providing a record for your equipment maintenance history.
- Updated Calibration Date Sticker – A clearly displayed date sticker showing when your next calibration is due.
- 12-Month Calibration Period – Following successful calibration, your tool is certified for a further 12 months, helping you plan future maintenance and avoid overdue equipment.
At Press-Cal Solutions, we believe maintaining your press tools should be straightforward, transparent and cost-effective.
Do Press Jaws and Slings Need Calibrating?
It's not just your press tool that requires regular attention. Press jaws and slings also play a vital role in producing consistent, reliable press connections.
At Press-Cal Solutions, we recommend calibrating press jaws and slings every 12 months to help ensure they remain in suitable working condition.
Over time, regular use can lead to wear, contamination or damage, potentially affecting how the jaw or sling operates.
During inspection and calibration, we assess the condition of the equipment, checking for signs of wear, damage and other issues that could affect performance.
Regular jaw and sling calibration helps you:
- Identify wear or damage before it becomes a bigger problem.
- Maintain confidence in your pressing equipment.
- Reduce the risk of unexpected equipment issues on site.
- Keep an organised maintenance record for your press tool accessories.
Already sending your press tool to us for calibration? It's the ideal opportunity to have your jaws and slings checked at the same time.
How to Book Your Press Tool Calibration with Press-Cal
Keeping your press tools serviced and calibrated doesn't need to be complicated.
At Press-Cal Solutions, we offer a straightforward, nationwide service designed to minimise disruption to your business.
Here's how it works:
- Get in touch – Visit our Contact Us page and let us know which press tools, jaws or slings require calibration.
- Arrange collection – We can organise a convenient courier collection from your premises, anywhere in mainland UK.
- Workshop inspection and calibration – Our technicians assess your equipment and carry out the appropriate servicing and calibration work.
- Certification and return – Once successfully calibrated, your equipment is returned with its official calibration certificate and updated calibration date sticker.
With a typical 2–3 working day workshop turnaround, our aim is to get your tools back in service as quickly as possible.
Whether you have a single press tool or an entire fleet, we're here to help keep your equipment operating reliably.
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