As more production data flows from the CMM straight into process control, the humble fixture is becoming one of the biggest sources of measurement risk, and one of the most overlooked. In this interview article Andrew Hodson CEO) and Michael Nugent (COO) of Verus Metrology Partners explain why holding a part is a metrology discipline in its own right, why moulded and flexible parts break the usual rules, and why fixturing belongs at the start of a project, not the end. Verus

Draft proposal covers weighing instrument manufacturers, repairers and dealers, with provisions for registration fees, skill certification, verification and penalties. CHANDIGARH, HARYANA — The Haryana Government has proposed a new set of Legal Metrology Rules for 2026, outlining a regulatory framework for manufacturers, repairers, dealers and users of weights and measures across the state. The draft notification was published by Haryana’s Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Af

The image used in this article is generated with an AI tool and does not depict any real-time moment. India’s aluminium beverage-can industry has fallen around 300 million cans short of its planned additional production, as rising demand and supply constraints continue to challenge domestic manufacturers. The government has extended the mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification deadline for aluminium beverage cans to 2027, giving manufacturers more time to expa

Farmers across the state are raising concerns over the use of manual weighing scales in grain markets. Farmers across Punjab have raised concerns over the continued use of manual weighing scales in grain markets, alleging that inaccurate measurements are causing them financial losses. They have demanded the use of digital weighing machines for procurement operations. Despite repeated instructions by the authorities concerned to adopt digital weighing machines, traditional sca

At its manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes, UK, Huel has invested in Ishida multihead weighing, X-ray inspection and checkweighing technology to support flexible production, ensure product quality and deliver consistent performance across a growing range of nutritionally complete food products. Founded in 2005, Huel is a global food and nutrition company operating in the plant-based, complete nutrition and functional food sectors. With a mission to make nutritionally comp

Pune: Sugar mills in Maharashtra cannot reject sugarcane weighed at any private weighbridge certified by the Legal Metrology Department, the Sugar Commissionerate has clarified. If a discrepancy is found between the weight recorded at a private weighbridge and that at a sugar mill, the farmer will have the right to file a complaint, which will be taken up for a hearing, Agrowon reported. The Sugar Commissionerate had previously issued instructions to sugar mills to prevent ir

Bulltec, a Cesena-based company specialising in processing, sorting and packaging lines for fruit and vegetables, presents its latest project dedicated to table grapes: a new combination weighing system, designed and patented in-house, which is already receiving a great deal of positive feedback for its high production capacity. The company will be exhibiting at LUV from 20 to 22 October at stand H4, where it will showcase this new technology for processing table grapes. The

India will host the 61st Meeting of the International Committee of Legal Metrology (CIML) for the first time in New Delhi from October 26 to 28, 2026, bringing together more than 100 international delegates and experts to discuss global measurement standards, fair trade and consumer protection. The three-day meeting is being organised by the Department of Consumer Affairs in collaboration with the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML). Representatives from OIML

Regulator mandates strict temperature protocols for highly perishable foods Food Safety and Standards Authority of India officials have directed business owners to maintain proper temperatures while transporting highly perishable items. Regulators issued these strict storage protocols to protect consumers from microbial spoilage during upcoming festive celebrations. Khoa, paneer, raw meat, and fish products remain highly vulnerable without proper temperature control. Regulato

Electronic Weigh bridge Installation Assam Tender by Government of Assam The Government of Assam has issued a tender for electronic weighbridge installation in Assam, aimed at enhancing road infrastructure management. The Government of Assam has issued a tender titled "Installation and Commissioning of Electronic Weigh bridge with Control cabin." This tender involves the supply, installation, and commissioning of an electronic weighbridge along with its control cabin, an impo

In the fast paced world of modern industry, engineering demands a level of precision that was once thought impossible. From aerospace exploration to advanced robotics, the need for accurate data collection drives innovation forward every single day. Engineers and designers constantly look for ways to make machines smarter, safer, and more efficient. At the heart of this technological revolution lies the ability to measure physical forces with absolute accuracy. When building

WSCS India Strengthens Its Position in the Global Paper Packaging Industry New Delhi [India], October 13: WSCS India is strengthening its presence in the global paper packaging industry, combining India-based manufacturing capabilities with an expanding international supply network to serve businesses across key markets worldwide. The company is building a growing portfolio of paper packaging solutions for quick-service restaurants (QSRs), restaurants, cafés, foodservice oper

Sugar mills in the Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh have begun installing weighing machines at sugarcane purchasing centres as preparations gather pace for the upcoming crushing season, reported Hindustan. The installation work is being carried out on a war footing across the district, with several mills already deploying weighing machines at their designated purchasing centres. Bilai Sugar Mill, Changipur Sugar Mill and other mills have started the process. The district has

On September 1 to 4, 2026, several NIST Office of Weights and Measures (OWM) staff members participated as trainers in the National Council on Weights and Measures (NCWM) third and final Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) training for Weights and Measures officials and registered service agents (RSA) in Annapolis, Maryland. OWM wishes to acknowledge the NCWM EVSE Technical Conference Planning Committee for their efforts and success in planning and executing these valu

QodeNext has introduced a portfolio of intelligent vehicle management solutions aimed at automating key processes across transport, logistics and industrial facilities. The solutions focus on critical vehicle-management touchpoints such as gate entry and exit, parking and weighbridge operations, where manual processes can often lead to delays, fragmented information and inconsistent data capture. By combining automation with real-time monitoring and control, QodeNext aims to

Kylie Robinson, inset, tried to do the right thing after driving by the weighbridge in her distinctive T909. Images: Kylie Robinson Experienced truckie Kylie Robinson readily admits she should have entered the open weighbridge near Willow Tree on the New England Highway earlier this year. But at the time, focused on other trucks coming and going from the southbound lanes – and the fact she wasn’t specifically called in, as is the case in Queensland – she simply “sailed on by”

METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection Group will showcase a variety of product inspection equipment, including several new introductions, at Pack Expo in Chicago, taking place Oct. 18-21, 2026. Located in booth S-2122, the company will highlight X-ray inspection, metal detection, checkweighing and combination systems that help food and pharmaceutical manufacturers strengthen product quality, support regulatory compliance, reduce waste and improve production efficiencies. “No two

Channaraj Hattiholi, MLC, with farmers in front of the heavy-duty weighbridge in the APMC market in Hirebagewadi in Belagavi on Monday. Channaraj Hattiholi, MLC, inaugurated a heavy-duty electronic weighbridge in the APMC sub-market in Hirebagewadi village in Belagavi district on Monday. He said the 80-tonne capacity weighbridge was among the largest in the Belagavi Rural constituency and would help farmers accurately weigh their produce and receive remunerative prices. “Accu

Fenner’s partnership is helping divert conveyor belt material away from landfill. Image: Fenner Fenner Conveyors has partnered with Tyrecycle to deliver a port-first conveyor belt recycling initiative. At Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC), conveyor belts are central to keeping operations and material moving. One consistent and significant challenge, however, has been finding a new destination for them once they are decommissioned. With 65 conveyor systems, representing more t

The publication of ISO 9001:2026 marks the latest evolution of the world’s most widely used quality management standard, with manufacturers being encouraged to build on existing quality systems rather than undertake wholesale revisions. Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) on September 16, 2026, ISO 9001:2026 replaces the 2015 edition and introduces targeted changes intended to improve clarity, usability and relevance to today’s business envir