Centro Nacional de Metrología, National metrology research center in El Marqués, Mexico
The Centro Nacional de Metrología is a research institution in El Marqués dedicated to measurement standards, calibration, and scientific research. The facility operates multiple laboratories where specialists perform calibrations, test materials, and provide technical consulting to industries requiring precise measurements.
The institution was established in 1976 as Mexico's primary authority for measurement standards. Since then, it has worked to ensure precision across industrial and commercial sectors.
The center maintains relationships with 263 institutes from 102 countries, fostering international cooperation in measurement science and technological advancement.
Visitors can arrange tours of the facility to observe laboratory work and technical processes. It is advisable to contact ahead and dress appropriately, as access to active laboratory areas may be restricted.
The institution ranks among the world's ten leading metrology institutes and is recognized by the International Committee for Weights and Measures. This standing reflects its role in the global system for standardizing measurements.
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