ODME Vaf Instruments Mark6 servicing calibration check
Keeping your vessel compliant with international marine pollution regulations requires reliable monitoring equipment and timely onboard service. The VAF Instruments Mark 6 Printer Version Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment (ODME) is a trusted system designed for continuous oil discharge monitoring during ballast and slop water operations, with data printing capability for regulatory checks. This ODME meets the strict standards of IMO Resolution MEPC.108(49) and MEPC.240(65) for biofuel compatibility and oil content measurement, using a patented multiple scattering light technique for precise detection.
The Mark 6 ODME continuously samples and measures oil content in discharge water, automatically controls valves and records essential data for port state and class inspections. It’s built for accuracy, reliability, and ease of operation, and is widely used on tankers and oil‑handling vessels to maintain environmental compliance.
According to IMO and classification requirements, ODME systems must have valid calibration certificates onboard. Calibration should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and is generally recommended annually, with formal calibration (or sensor renewal) at intervals not exceeding five years to ensure continued accuracy and compliance during statutory surveys. Inspectors verify calibration status and certificates during SIRE, PSC, and renewal inspections.
Our expert marine service team offers onboard ODME support in key countries including Spain, Gibraltar, Bulgaria, Turkey, Romania, Netherlands, France, Germany, and Italy and numerous major ports such as Algeciras, Valencia, Barcelona, Marseille, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Hamburg, Genoa, Piraeus, Varna, Istanbul, and many more.
We provide calibration, commissioning, maintenance, repair, spare parts supply, and certification support directly onboard — minimizing downtime and helping you stay compliant and inspection‑ready wherever you operate. Contact us to schedule service at your next port call.