September Newsletter 2015

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the University of Manchester are bringing together government, industry and technology leaders to understand and explore quantum technologies and how organisations can prepare and utilise this disruptive technology into strategic plans.

UKAS is making strides in developing accreditation for AI management systems certification under the ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 standard, in alignment with ISO/IEC 42001:2023.

Local technology consortium Smart Nano NI, formed to further the development of smart manufacturing in Northern Ireland, has launched the largest 5G testbed in Northern Ireland in Derry-Londonderry. 

World Metrology Day took place in May 2023 with a theme of measurements supporting the global food system. 

TÜV SÜD’s Dr Michael Reader-Harris Recognised by BSI for Contributions to Standards for Differential Pressure Flow Metering.

Calling UK SMEs – are you developing new semiconductor materials or technology?

Measurement for Business (M4B) is a programme designed to give SMEs access to NPL’s measurement expertise and accelerate innovation in your business.

Check your eligibility and apply now: https://www.npl.co.uk/measurement-for-business

Leeds Beckett University has defined new standards to measure the aggregate heat loss from housing.

The updated website has a host of new capabilities for members, including training updates, a live jobs board – free for members – and editable member profiles. There are also regular training discounts and special offers. 

Delegates taking this course will gain robust understanding of the laboratory management requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and be able to identify the various responsibilities for overall laboratory management.

NPL held an online MMN (Manufacturer Measurement Network) event on Robotic Inspection on 8th Nov 2022. You can access the recording along with those of other events held by MMN.

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2025, is running from 10–16 February. 

The University of Huddersfield’s Laboratory for Ultra Precision Surfaces is collaborating on a pioneering international project aimed at revolutionising green energy solutions through advanced metrological techniques.

The ISO 26262 Functional Safety Training and Certification Program (FSCP) is a personal certification program. The program trains professionals to have complete understanding and updated technical knowledge of the safety related systems that the standard accounts for.

  Celia Charlwood, Make UK   Successive British Governments seem unable to stick to a long-term plan for economic growth….