NMI is proposing to amend the pattern approval standard for water meters, NMI R 49-1, to include additional pressure loss classes.
As part of this process, we are seeking feedback on the proposed amendment. Comments you provide will allow NMI to better understand the impact to your industry....More
The Australian Government is reviewing Australia's measurement laws.
The Measurement Law Review aims to identify aspects of Australia's measurement framework that can be modernised, streamlined or simplified to better meet the needs of a modern economy.
Watch a video from Australia’s...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking submissions from stakeholders on a proposal to update Australia’s pattern approval and verification test procedures to align with the current international standard for the level gauging of vehicle tanks in use for trade published by the...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has been working with the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) to revise the international standard for Automatic instruments for weighing road vehicles in motion and measuring axle loads. The OIML R 134 standard is the international...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has been working with the International Organisation of Legal Metrology (OIML) to revise the international standard for Electrical Energy Meters – Alternating Current. The OIML R 46 standard is the international Recommendation for the requirements and...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has been working with the International Organisation of Legal Metrology (OIML) to review the international standard for Multidimensional Measuring Instruments. The OIML R 129 standard is the international Recommendation for the requirements and testing...More
The Australian Government is reviewing Australia's measurement laws.
The Measurement Law Review aims to identify any aspects of Australia's measurement framework that can be modernised, streamlined or simplified to better meet the needs of a modern economy.
Measurement Assurance...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking submissions from stakeholders in response to the proposal to adopt the latest version of OIML R 50:2014, 'Continuous totalising automatic weighing instruments (belt weighers)' as Australia’s pattern approval standard for belt weighers.
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The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has been working with the International Organisation of Legal Metrology (OIML) to develop the international standard for continuous totalising automatic weighing instruments (CTAWIs) of the arched chute type . The OIML R XXX standard is the international...More
Measurement plays a key role in the everyday life of Australians. By ensuring our measurement law is efficient and effective, we can save businesses, organisations and individuals time, effort and money.
We want to hear your thoughts on how Australia's measurement law, particularly how it...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on a proposed regulatory approach for Near Infrared (NIR) instruments used for trade purposes. NIR instruments are an innovative alternative to the traditional trade measuring instruments, and are used by the sugar industry for quality...More
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has been working with the International Organisation of Legal Metrology (OIML) to revise the international standard for automatic catchweighing instruments.
These instruments are also known as wheeled loaders or automatic packaging conveyor weighers....More
Have your say on the revision of the OIML standard for flow metering systems for liquids other than water.
NMI is seeking comment on the second draft of the revision of OIML R 117: Dynamic measuring systems for liquids other than water.
OIML R 117 – Part 1: Metrological and...More
The Australian Government is reviewing Australia's measurement laws.
The Measurement Law Review aims to identify any aspects of Australia's measurement framework that can be modernised, streamlined or simplified to better meet the needs of a modern economy.
The Scope of...More
The Australian Government has announced a ‘once-in-a-generation’ comprehensive review of Australia’s measurement laws.
We are relying on measurement more and more for our everyday activities. Rapid developments in science, technology, industrial production and innovation have, in turn,...More
The Australian Government Charging Framework, which includes the Cost Recovery Guidelines, set out the overarching framework under which government entities design, implement and review cost recovered activities. Cost recovery involves government entities charging individuals or non‐government...More
As part of the Australian Government's Business Simplification initiative, the National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on a review of the acceptance criteria for test results for pattern approval (PA) purposes.
PA confirms that a measuring instrument’s design meets relevant...More
The National Trade Measurement Regulations (NTMR) 2009 Part 4 defines how measurements related to packaging are controlled. It describes how the name and address of the manufacturer as well as the measurement mark should be displayed on a package. Details around prohibited expressions and...More
NMI has finished reviewing requirements for LPG dispensers relating to the measurement of LPG density.
In 2016-2017 NMI undertook a review of requirements for LPG dispensers relating to the measurement of LPG density.
The review was concluded on 30th June 2017; the outcome of the review...More
The purpose of this discussion paper is to commence a review of the current requirements relating to the measurement of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) density when supplied for retail sale. More specifically, this paper is intended to seek stakeholder submissions regarding current pattern approval...More
Have your say on the revision of OIML's document on automatic gravimetric filling instruments
NMI is seeking comment on the revision of the international recommendation OIML R 61 Automatic Gravimetric Filling Instruments.
Part 1: Metrological and technical requirements [696KB PDF] ...More
The National Measurement Institute is seeking feedback on new pattern approval requirements for non-automatic weighing instruments.
The National Measurement Institute is seeking feedback on new pattern approval requirements for non-automatic weighing instruments. The consultation paper is...More
NMI's Consultation Paper sought feedback on new pattern approval requirements for non-automatic weighing instruments.
NMI's Consultation Paper [270KB PDF] sought feedback on new pattern approval requirements for non-automatic weighing instruments.
Response to the Consultation Paper -...More
The National Measurement Institute is seeking feedback on pattern approval standards for electricity meters used for trade.
The National Measurement Institute sought feedback on pattern approval standards for electricity meters used for trade. The consultation paper is available to download:...More
As part of the Australian Government's commitment to reducing regulatory burden, the National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on a review of the National Instrument Test Procedures (NITPs).
NITPs detail the procedures for testing the accuracy of measuring instruments, such as...More
Have your say on the revision of OIML's document on automatic gravimetric filling instruments.
NMI is seeking comment on the revision of OIML R 61 Automatic Gravimetric Filling Instruments:
Part 1: Metrological and Technical Requirements and Part 2: Metrological Controls and...More