The Instruments page manages the laboratory's analytical instruments, with calibration and maintenance tracking.
| Button | Action |
|---|---|
| Add — Create a new record | |
| Columns — Show/hide table columns | |
| Filters — Open/close the filter panel. A red dot indicates active filters | |
| Export CSV — Download table data as a CSV file | |
| Orientation — Toggle between portrait and landscape printing | |
| Print — Generate a PDF of the current view | |
| Help — Open the help dialog | |
| Search — Quick search through table data |
Clicking the icon on each row shows:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Instrument name (up to 100 characters) |
| Model | Manufacturer model |
| Serial No. | Instrument serial number |
| Manufacturer | Manufacturer name (distinct from model, ISO 17025 §6.4.13(b)) |
| Firmware Version | Instrument software/firmware version (ISO 17025 §6.4.13(a)) |
| Location | Physical location in the lab (ISO 17025 §6.4.13(d)) |
| Last Calibration | Date of last calibration |
| Next Calibration | Date of next calibration |
| Status | Auto-calculated: Calibrated, Soon, Overdue or Out of Service — colour-coded |
| Active | Whether the instrument is in use (Yes/No) |
| Notes | Additional remarks (hidden column) |