CAT & Genny Calibration

From £50 + VAT

What’s Included in Our Cable Avoidance Tool Calibration

CAT & Genny calibration for individual sets and working fleets.

A cable avoidance tool (CAT) is a receiver used to help locate buried services before excavation. A Genny applies a signal that a compatible locator can detect.

Our CAT scanner calibration service checks equipment performance against the relevant manufacturer requirements. We support individual units, complete sets and fleets, with calibration or validation appropriate to the model.

What we check and record:

  • Condition and controls including damage and relevant battery connections
  • CAT receiver response to known signal sources, with depth indication checked where applicable
  • Genny signal output including the relevant frequency and functional checks
  • Model-specific calibration or validation with adjustment where appropriate to the procedure
  • Traceable calibration records identifying your equipment and the results of the work
  • Fault advice with further assessment or repair options discussed first

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CAT, Genny & Cable Locator Makes We Support

Velocity Safety is a supplier and service centre for SPX Radiodetection and C.Scope.

  • Radiodetection including C.A.T4 and Genny4
  • C.Scope
  • Leica
  • Vivax-Metrotech

The service available depends on the model, age and condition. Confirm your equipment before sending it.

Not sure which model you have? Email a photograph of the equipment and model label, including the serial number if visible.

Ask about your model

How Our CAT & Genny Calibration Process Works

Tell us what needs calibrating and when you need it back. We’ll confirm the scope, service route and cost before you book.

1. Get in touch

Send the make, model and quantity of your CATs and signal generators, your postcode and any fault details. Let us know whether you are booking individual units or complete sets.

2. Book your slot

Arrange a Blackburn workshop booking, courier service or suitable on-site visit. We’ll confirm the scope, price, expected turnaround and delivery instructions before you book.

3. Get your results

Receive digital records identifying your equipment, the checks completed and the results. If a unit has a fault, we explain it and agree the next step before additional work.

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Not sure what your equipment needs?Send the exact model, last calibration date and any fault symptoms. We’ll help you plan the next step.

How Often Should CAT & Genny Units Be Calibrated?

The interval depends on the exact make and model, its maintenance instructions and your site requirements. Radiodetection recommends annual service and calibration for C.A.T4 and Genny4 equipment. Some C.Scope digital models do not require periodic recalibration.

Plan your equipment checks around:

  • The manufacturer’s calibration or validation guidance
  • Use, working conditions and equipment history
  • Damage, repairs or failed functional checks
  • Client and site documentation requirements

See the manufacturer differences below.

When should you arrange an earlier check?

Do not wait for the scheduled date if a unit is damaged, has suffered water ingress, fails a functional check or gives suspect readings. Remove it from use and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for assessment.

A current calibration certificate does not cancel the need for routine pre-use checks.

What if a CAT or Genny needs repair?

We explain any fault and discuss the options. Depending on the equipment, this may mean further assessment, repair through a suitable service partner or replacement advice.

Tell us about damage or warning messages when booking. After repair, the appropriate functional checks and any required calibration or validation should be completed before the equipment returns to service.

Mobile or Workshop Calibration – Your Choice

Arrange CAT & Genny calibration through our Blackburn workshop or ask about a visit to your premises. Nationwide courier bookings are available for equipment you can release from site.

On-site CAT & Genny calibration

On-site visits can be arranged where the equipment and location are suitable. Particularly useful for:

  • Several sets at one site or depot
  • Plant hire and mixed equipment fleets
  • Teams planning maintenance around working schedules

Send your postcode, makes, models and quantities. We’ll confirm suitability, access requirements and availability.

Workshop & courier calibration

Book a drop-off or send equipment to our Blackburn workshop.

  • Lancashire and North West workshop access
  • Courier bookings from across the UK
  • Fast turnaround options by arrangement
  • Delivery and return arrangements agreed before booking
  • Digital equipment and calibration records

Include your contact details, booking reference and any fault information. We’ll explain what equipment and accessories to send.

CAT & Genny Checks, Calibration & ValidationWhat does your equipment need?

Pre-use checks and scheduled calibration or validation serve different purposes. The right maintenance route depends on your model.

Compare Routine checks Calibration / validation
Purpose Condition & function Performance verification
When Before use, following the instructions At the specified interval, or sooner if needed
Records As required by your site procedures Records of the work and results

Radiodetection C.A.T4 & Genny4

Radiodetection recommends annual service and calibration. Compatible locators also support eCert checks of their locating circuitry, with physical and functional checks still needed.

Radiodetection maintenance guidance

C.Scope digital equipment

C.Scope states that its CXL4, DXL4 and MXL4 locators and SGA4, SGV4 and MXT4 generators/transmitters do not require periodic recalibration. Validation records or third-party test and conformity certification may still be needed for client requirements.

C.Scope calibration and validation guidance

What about Radiodetection eCert?

Remote calibration checks

eCert is a manufacturer-approved check of the locating circuitry on compatible Radiodetection locators. It can confirm their calibration.

Physical checks still matter

eCert cannot inspect physical condition, such as damaged seals or screens. Appropriate visual, physical and functional checks are still needed.

Read Radiodetection’s eCert guidance

What is included in my calibration certificate?

Equipment and test records

Digital calibration certificates identify the make, model and serial number, with the test results, calibration date and technician details. A next-due date is recorded where applicable to the maintenance schedule.

Traceability and site requirements

Our calibration instrumentation has calibration records traceable to national standards. Keep the equipment certificate with your maintenance records and send any specific client documentation requirements before booking.

CAT & Genny Calibration Prices

Calibration starts from £50 + VAT. Your quote will specify the CAT, signal generator or complete set covered, the work required and any transport or attendance charges.

Send the make, model and quantity of each item so we can confirm the total before you book.

CAT & Genny calibration

From£50+ VAT

  • Equipment and scope itemised in your quote
  • Calibration or validation to manufacturer requirements
  • Digital equipment records and results

Build your enquiry

Multiple units & mixed fleetsPrice on request

  • Send your equipment list and quantities
  • Pricing based on the models and work required
  • Coordinated scheduling by arrangement

Get a fleet quote

On-site calibrationPrice on request

  • Visit suitability and availability confirmed first
  • Quote based on location and equipment
  • Attendance costs included in the agreed scope

Arrange a site visit

Faults & further workPrice on request

  • Issues explained before additional work
  • Suitable service-partner repair options where needed
  • Further assessment or replacement advice

Discuss a fault

Build your calibration enquiry

Tell us what you have and how you’d like to arrange the work. Add the summary to your enquiry, then send it with your contact details.

Your enquiry summary

Choose your equipment to prepare an enquiry.

We’ll confirm model suitability, price, turnaround and any transport or attendance costs. On-site visits are subject to suitability and availability.

Ready to arrange your calibration?

Send your make, model, quantity, postcode and required date. We’ll confirm the scope, turnaround and total cost, including any transport or attendance charges.

Why Choose Velocity Safety Ltd

Technical equipment knowledge, practical booking options and clear advice.

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12+ years of hands-on safety experience

We understand that equipment servicing has to fit around live jobs, site access and working schedules.

Velocity Safety is a supplier and service centre for SPX Radiodetection and C.Scope, with manufacturer-trained support and fully insured services. We match the work to your equipment and explain faults clearly.

Support for your equipment and your team

What you can expect from Velocity Safety:

Traceable calibration records

Equipment identification and test results for your maintenance file

Manufacturer-trained support

Calibration and validation to the relevant manufacturer specification

Workshop, courier & on-site options

Blackburn base, with UK-wide service routes

Direct advice

Talk through your equipment with the team

Agreed timing and costs

Availability and scope confirmed before booking

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Who Our CAT & Genny Calibration Service Is For

For teams using cable avoidance tools and signal generators around buried services, from a single groundwork crew to a fleet spread across several depots.

Civil & groundworks contractors

Civil & groundworks contractors

Keep CAT and Genny sets on a planned maintenance schedule for excavation, drainage and foundation work. Send your equipment list and the dates you can release it between jobs.

Utilities & street works teams

Utilities & street works teams

Arrange checks for equipment used by water, gas, electricity and telecoms crews, including utilities subcontractors. We can discuss several units, depot bookings and site-visit options.

Construction & refurbishment firms

Construction & refurbishment firms

Organise calibration for teams working around existing services on building and refurbishment projects. Clear equipment records help you manage service dates and client paperwork requirements.

Survey & mapping companies

Survey & mapping companies

Confirm the calibration service available for your locating equipment before booking. Model and functionality matter, so send the exact details of your locators and signal generators.

Facilities, estates & local authorities

Facilities, estates & local authorities

Plan checks for equipment used on campuses, council sites, estates and maintenance projects. We can discuss a coordinated approach where several teams or locations share responsibility.

Hire fleets & training providers

Hire fleets & training providers

For plant hire businesses, training providers and colleges managing multiple units. Share your equipment list and planned availability so we can agree the work and timing.

FAQs – CAT & Genny Calibration

Booking, equipment, certificates and coverage. Choose a topic to find the details you need.

Calibration basics

How often should a CAT and Genny be calibrated?

Follow the instructions for your exact model and your maintenance plan. Radiodetection recommends annual service and calibration for C.A.T4 and Genny4. Some C.Scope digital equipment does not require periodic recalibration, but validation records or third-party certification may be needed. Damage, failed checks or suspect readings need attention sooner. Routine pre-use checks remain essential.

Does calibration make a CAT scanner safe to use on its own?

Calibration supports reliable equipment performance, but it does not guarantee that every buried service will be detected. HSG47 describes a wider safe system covering planning, locating and identifying services, and safe excavation. Correct training, suitable equipment and the manufacturer’s operating checks remain essential.

Is an eCert check the same as a full physical service?

No. Radiodetection eCert is an approved remote check of the locating circuitry on compatible locators and can confirm their calibration. It cannot inspect physical condition, such as damaged seals or screens. The manufacturer also requires appropriate visual, physical and functional checks. Tell us the model and existing certificate so we can discuss the service it needs.

Your equipment

Which makes of CAT and Genny do you support?

We work with commonly used Radiodetection, C.Scope, Leica and Vivax-Metrotech equipment. The service available depends on the model, age and condition. Send the exact make and model, or a clear photograph of its label, so we can confirm suitability before booking.

Can you calibrate a CAT and signal generator together?

Yes, subject to model suitability. Tell us the make and model of both items and whether you want the complete set checked. A CAT is the receiver and a Genny is the signal generator: checking one does not automatically confirm the condition or performance of the other.

What happens if a CAT or Genny fails its checks?

We explain the fault and discuss the next step with you. Depending on the equipment and issue, this may involve a repair through a suitable service partner, further assessment or replacement advice. A failed unit should not be returned to use as though it has passed calibration.

Does C.Scope equipment need annual recalibration?

C.Scope says its CXL4, DXL4 and MXL4 locators and SGA4, SGV4 and MXT4 generators/transmitters do not require periodic recalibration. Validation records or third-party test and conformity certification may still be needed for client requirements. Send your exact model and required documentation so we can confirm the available service.

Does a CAT or Genny need checking after repair?

The appropriate functional checks and any required calibration or validation should be completed after repair, following the manufacturer’s procedure. The work depends on the model and the repair. Tell us what has happened to the equipment when you enquire.

Bookings & visits

How much does CAT & Genny calibration cost?

Calibration starts from £50 + VAT. Your quote will identify which CAT, signal generator or complete set is covered, the work required and any transport or attendance charges. Send the make, model and quantity of each item so we can confirm the total before you book.

How quickly can you calibrate my equipment?

Fast turnaround options are available by arrangement. Timing depends on the model, condition, workload and whether you use workshop, courier or on-site service. Tell us your required return date and we will confirm availability before booking. Contact us before dropping off or sending equipment.

Can I send equipment by courier?

Yes. Contact us first to agree the equipment, price and turnaround, then send it to our Blackburn workshop using the agreed delivery instructions. Include your contact details, the booking reference and any fault information. We will confirm the return arrangements with you.

Do you offer on-site CAT & Genny calibration?

On-site visits can be arranged, particularly for larger fleets or several units at one location. Send your postcode, makes, models and quantities so we can check suitability, access requirements and availability. Courier and workshop options are also available.

Certificates & coverage

Do I receive a calibration certificate?

Yes. Digital calibration certificates identify the make, model and serial number, with test results, calibration date and technician details. A next-due date is recorded where applicable to the maintenance schedule. Our calibration instrumentation has records traceable to national standards. Where a model requires validation rather than recalibration, we confirm the appropriate work and documentation before booking.

Where can I get CAT & Genny calibration near me?

Our workshop is in Blackburn, Lancashire, serving businesses across Darwen, Accrington, Burnley, Preston, Chorley, Leyland and the wider North West, including Greater Manchester. Book before visiting so we can confirm your equipment, drop-off arrangements and expected turnaround. UK courier bookings and suitable on-site fleet visits are also available.

Do you offer CAT & Genny calibration nationwide?

Yes. You can arrange a courier booking to our Blackburn workshop from elsewhere in the UK. On-site visits can also be discussed where suitable for the equipment and location. Send your postcode, makes, models and quantities so we can confirm the available route.

Can you help us plan future calibration dates?

Ask us about reminder arrangements and coordinating equipment due dates when you book. For several units or sites, send your equipment list and planned availability so we can discuss a practical maintenance schedule.

What should I do if my calibration certificate is out of date?

Check the equipment’s maintenance instructions and your site or client requirements. If a required calibration or validation is overdue, arrange assessment and follow your procedures for keeping the equipment out of use until the required checks are completed. Send the model and existing certificate details when booking.

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Tell us the make, model, quantity, postcode and required date. We’ll confirm the options for a Blackburn workshop booking, courier service or on-site visit.

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