The International System of Units (SI) is most simply viewed as the modern form of the metric system. There are seven base units on which the measurement system is built, and these are typically viewed as constant values. One of these values, the kilogram, is the last...
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is a regulatory body that aims to promote world-class measurement standards across Australian manufacturing industries and supply chains. The NMI issues an annual compliance plan where it outlines new standards and...
A Queensland sweets manufacturer has come under fire after it was discovered they were mislabelling their products at multiple stores over an eight month period. Noosa Chocolate Factory was found to be charging customers for the weight of packaging and failing to...
Measurements haven't always been standardised. The original inch was the width of a man's thumb, a yard was the length of his belt, and a foot was also aptly named. Over time, measurements have become regulated and today, the kilogram is the only unit...
Mining companies in Australia will increasingly invest in new technologies that have the potential to enhance operational efficiency, improve safety, reduce waste and lessen environment impact, according to BMI Research. Automation, internet connectivity and...
The Australian government recently announced plans to "cut red tape" after calls from the product packaging industry to reduce regulations.As part of the process, it has invited public submissions on a paper looking at different options for how national...
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