1. Introduction Flow measurement has always balanced two competing needs: accuracy and simplicity. While advanced flow technologies such as ultrasonic, Coriolis, or thermal mass meters deliver excellent performance, they often come with high cost, complex installation requirements, and sensitivity to environmental conditions. In contrast, mechanical flow measurement concepts—some dating back decades—continue to prove their value when combined with modern sensing technologies.

MOKOKCHUNG — The Mokokchung Municipal Council (MMC) has taken strict action against a pork stall owner in Alongmen Ward for allegedly manipulating a weighing scale to short-change customers on Friday. According to MMC Chairperson Imkongchuba, a complaint was lodged on February 19 regarding the incident. A customer had purchased 10 kilograms of pork from a stall holding Trade Permit No. 1864. However, when the meat was re-weighed at another scale, it was found to be only 8,90

Govt notified the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules introducing mandatory country-of-origin filters for imported products sold via e-commerce to improve consumer awareness. On 13-2-2026, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution notified the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2026, with the aim of enhancing transparency for consumers purchasing goods on e-commerce platforms. This amended provision will come into f

Abstract As strain and force measurement applications continue to migrate toward compact, embedded, and digitally connected systems, traditional strain gage architectures are increasingly challenged by space constraints, wiring complexity, noise susceptibility, and integration overhead. This case study examines the evolution and practical implementation of miniature strain gage sensors integrated with custom flex circuits and embedded electronics, an approach that significant

Pune: Sugar Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Kolte has directed the Controller of the Legal Metrology Department to prepare a legal framework and implementation plan for installing government-controlled or independent digital weighbridges at sugar mills where repeated complaints about sugarcane weighing have been reported, Sakal reported. The move follows a demand raised by Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana president and former MP Raju Shetti. In a letter issued on February 4, the commis

Vijayawada:  Food safety and legal metrology authorities on Tuesday carried out joint inspections at 16 eateries within the Guntur Municipal Corporation limits and seized 101 kg of stale food. According to Food Safety officials, 10 joint teams inspected 12 restaurants, two sweet shops and two bakeries, including Gonguru Restaurant, Bismillah, Mayura, Swagat Delight, 99 Biryani, Al Kabir, Nawab Arabian, Biryani Palace, Madar’s Bilal, Babu Biryani, Subham Restaurant, Subhani Ho

1. Introduction Strain gage–based force and torque sensors have long been the gold standard for precision measurement across industries such as automotive testing, aerospace, industrial automation, and materials research. Despite decades of refinement, one aspect of sensor manufacturing has remained stubbornly complex: wiring. As highlighted by Yuval Hernik, traditional strain gage sensor assembly relies heavily on manual processes—cutting, stripping, soldering, routing, and

Former Consumer Affairs Secretary Rohit Kumar Singh has been appointed Chair of the Global Value Chains Committee of USISPF. The move strengthens India–US cooperation on resilient supply chains, regulatory alignment and public-private partnerships at a crucial time for global trade. India-US economic engagement received a significant boost on February 9, 2026, with the appointment of Rohit Kumar Singh, former Consumer Affairs Secretary, as Chair of the Global Value Chains Com

The Karnataka High Court recently stayed a penalty of ₹10 lakh imposed on Flipkart by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) for permitting the sale of walkie-talkies on its platform without mandatory disclosures relating to licensing and regulatory compliance. [Flipkart Internet Private Limited v. Central Consumer Protection Authority] Justice BM Shyam Prasad also put on hold a direction requiring the e-commerce platform to conduct periodic self-audits. " In consi

Abstract Strain gage measurements are often assumed to be limited by sensor quality, installation technique, or signal conditioning. However, a frequently overlooked source of significant measurement error lies not in the gage itself, but in the leadwire configuration connecting the gage to the measurement instrument. This case study, authored by Yuval Hernik, examines how improper wiring—specifically the use of a two-wire connection in quarter-bridge strain gage applications

TENKASI: Collector A K Kamal Kishore, who chaired a review meeting of quarry, crusher, truck and weighbridge operators on Monday, warned that weighbridges found illegally reducing the recorded mass of minerals on Kerala-bound trucks would be sealed. The review meeting was convened after growing public resentment against mineral smuggling. Last week, two youngsters were arrested for hurling petrol bombs at a Kerala-bound truck in Maruthamuthur village. According to sources pri

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions (IQS) in India concluded the ZEISS Quality Innovation Worldwide events in New Delhi and Pune, part of a global series aimed at enhancing metrology. The theme, “The Future of Metrology”, focused on the challenges in quality and precision within India’s manufacturing sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. India’s manufacturing is evolving through EV adoption, automation, and global supply-chain integration, making quality a str

Recent amendments to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations and the need to mitigate any potential risk has seen the maritime industry becoming increasingly stringent, with operators now required to provide carriers with a Verified Gross Mass (VGM) for each loaded container before being loaded onto a ship. To ensure its global customers meet these requirements, Konecranes, a product supplied by CFAO Equipment SA in South Africa and a leading international manufacturer of c

A massive consumer awareness rally will be held in Hanamkonda on January 30 as part of an all-India campaign to educate consumers on the Consumer Protection Act, fraudulent trade practices, adulteration and avenues for legal redressal. Hanamkonda: Southern States Consumer Coordination Committee (CCC) chairman and Consumer Confederation of India (CCI) national senior secretary Dr Pallepadu Damodar said that a massive consumer awareness rally would be held here on January 30.

1. Introduction In precision force measurement, strain gage load cells remain the backbone of countless industrial, aerospace, automotive, medical, humanoid‑robot and test-and-measurement applications. While material science, machining tolerances, and signal conditioning have seen consistent improvement over decades, one persistent challenge has remained largely underestimated: wire routing errors in strain gage bridge circuits . In a recent industry discussion initiated by Y

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced comprehensive rules to standardise diamond descriptions across India's jewellery market, addressing long-standing concerns about misleading terminology and consumer confusion. The new framework, designated as IS 19469:2025, brings Indian standards in line with the global ISO 18323:2015 standard and establishes uniform disclosure requirements for both natural and laboratory-grown diamonds. Regulatory Framework and Industry Im

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Coimbatore Branch Office, celebrated its 79 th Foundation Day in Coimbatore on 21 January 2026, marking nearly eight decades of BIS’s pivotal role in building a quality-conscious, safe and self-reliant India. The program commenced with Tamil Thai Vazhthu and the Manak Geet, the official anthem of BIS, symbolizing the organization’s enduring commitment to quality, standardization and nation building. The event was graced by eminent dignit

The Australian Defence Force has installed new Army-sponsored weighbridge infrastructure at RAAF Base Amberley. The new infrastructure, reportedly big enough to allow for Defence’s largest vehicle combinations, can calculate axle and total gross weight as a truck drives on in about five minutes. It replaces old weigh scales not compatible with the current Defence MAN truck fleet. The base’s disused vehicle wash point was also overhauled with new pumps, pressure hoses and high

Abstract In high-performance vehicles—where milliseconds matter and margins are razor thin—engineers rely on accurate, repeatable data to make informed decisions. Suspension and steering systems, critical to handling, stability, and driver confidence, are traditionally evaluated using indirect methods or external load cells that often introduce noise, complexity, or geometric compromises. This case study explores how a standard Heim joint (rod end bearing)—a widely used mecha

JAMMU, Jan 19: A coordination meeting of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and the Legal Metrology Department was held today at the Jammu Divisional Office of Indian Oil, Bahu Plaza, Jammu, under the chairmanship of Shiv Kumar Gupta, Controller, Legal Metrology, J&K. Controller LMD chairing coordination meeting of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and Legal Metrology Department The meeting aimed at strengthening inter-departmental coordination and ensuring the smooth, timely and ha