As Nigeria leans towards cleaner energy sources, experts in the oil and gas sector, have advised the federal government to prioritise accurate hydrocarbon measurement, stating that it is critical for revenue generation. Last year, the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) said that approximately 40 percent of the volumes of crude oil losses in the Nigerian petroleum […]
FG Threatens to Sanction Oil Marketers Contravening Weights, Measures Act
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Mr. Niyi Adebayo, has said the federal government would henceforth sanction petroleum depot owners and oil marketers who contravene the provisions of the Weights and Measures Act 2004. Adebayo issued the warning yesterday, in Lagos, during a meeting with petroleum products marketers under the aegis of Major Oil […]
Finnair: Airline Starts Weighing Passengers with Luggage to Ensure a Safe Take-off
Finnair says the weigh-ins are “voluntary and anonymous” and will help it to ensure the airline does not exceed the set maximum weight an aircraft can bear before it takes off. Finnair said the weigh-ins are “voluntary and anonymous” and will help to ensure the airline does not exceed the set maximum weight for a […]
Expert urge Food, Drug Companies to Weigh Product components to avoid poisoning
Products-weighing specialist and Engineer, Mr Osikhena Richard has called on production companies, especially those involved in the production of farm produce, medicines and other edibles to properly measure the components of their products before selling them to the public for consumption. Engr. Osikhena is the Chief Executive Officer, Rio-Weighing Systems limited, a company that offers […]
Weighing it Right
Rakesh Valeja, Director, Thames Side Sensors India, talks about the crucial role that weighing equipment plays at every stage of the cement manufacturing process. Thames Side Sensors India provides weighing electronics for the cement industry. When there is manufacturing, there is a requirement of measuring and packing. Measuring happens at different parts of the cement manufacturing […]
We Introduce New Weighing Scales in Osun to Curb Sharp Practices – Govt.
Osun state Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Cooperatives, Adekunle Jayeoba-Alagbada, has said the standardized weighing scale introduced by government across commodity markets in the state to curb sharp practices and mitigate duplicity noticeable in commercial transactions.Jayeoba-Alagbada said in order to erase cheating in the process of exchange of commercial goods and checkmate other market forces […]
Nigeria @ 63: Problem-Solving Measures Needed To Renew Hope – Olawepo-Hashim
A former presidential candidate and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has counselled that the present grave economic situation which is underscored by lack of stable power supply, high inflationary trend, soaring unemployment and impact of subsidy removal that has jacked up the cost of fuel and cost of living, require appropriate […]
Tiny Magnet Could Help Measure Gravity on the Quantum Scale
A device that can measure the gravitational force on a particle that weighs less than a grain of pollen could help us understand how gravity works in the quantum world. Despite keeping you stuck to the ground, gravity is the weakest force we know of. Only very large objects, like planets and stars, produce enough gravitational force […]
Remote Height and Weight Measurements for Children Proven as Accurate as in-Person
Confirmed by researchers at Pennington Biomedical, remotely gathered physical measurements to bridge gap for families who may be unable to attend in-person studies or doctor visits. Credit: Allyson Smith, PBRC The increased popularity of telehealth and telemedicine in recent years has provided a new level of accessibility for patients to visit doctors and learn more […]
FG, RSG To Partner In Weights, Measures Act
The Rivers State Government and the Federal Ministry ofTrade and Investment have opened discussions designed to implement and promoteWeights and Measurement Act of Nigeria, in the State. Hon. Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Mr Chuma Chinyemade this known, when officials of the Federal Ministry of Trade andInvestment, visited him recently in his office. Mr Chinye […]