METAS - the national metrology institute

The Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS) realises and disseminates internationally harmonised and recognised units of measurement with the necessary accuracy. It supervises the deployment of measuring instruments in the fields of commerce, traffic, public safety, health and environment. METAS supervises the execution of legal provisions carried out by the cantons and by the authorised verification offices. METAS delivers various services to the benefit of society, economy and research.

News

• The new METinfo is online.
• (9 october 2012) Revision of the Ordinance on Exhaust Gas Analysers (VAMV; additional device category “Nanoparticle measuring instruments for combustion engines”)
• List of hearing aids
• (1 June 2012) As of 1st June 2012, METAS is no longer the notification authority for conformity assessment bodies in the field of measuring instruments.