Metrologialaitos

Metrologialaitos, also known as the Finnish Metrology Centre, is the Finnish national metrology institute. Its primary mission is to ensure the accuracy and comparability of measurements throughout Finland. This involves maintaining and developing the national measurement standards, which are the highest reference points for all measurements in the country. The institute is responsible for disseminating these standards to the wider scientific, industrial, and societal communities.

Metrologialaitos conducts research and development in metrology, aiming to advance measurement science and technology. It also provides calibration services, ensuring that instruments used in various sectors meet the required precision. Furthermore, the institute plays a crucial role in the legal metrology system, overseeing the accuracy of measuring instruments used in trade and public safety, such as scales and taximeters. It contributes to international metrological activities, collaborating with other national metrology institutes to harmonize measurement practices globally and participate in mutual recognition arrangements. This ensures that measurements made in Finland are internationally accepted.