EXPERIENCES OF SETTING-UP INSTRUMENTATION CENTRE AT KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS

Joel Mutisya Kioko

Abstract

The modern industry, Metrology and Testing laboratories have diverse types of measuring instruments which range from simple to very complex computer-aided measuring systems reflecting the state of art.<br /> The Instrumentation Centre plays a vital role to Quality of measurement results, products, services and contributes to over-all economy of a country.<br /> To maintain an instrumentation centre in a health state; an efficient, qualified, well-trained team coupled with modern business management skills is not only necessary but a must.<br /> This paper will address the ‘experiences of setting-up an instrumentation centre at Kenya Bureau of Standards’ and the challenges faced, the way forward and its upgrading to be a ‘Regional Instrumental Centre’.

Keywords

maintenance, repair, instrumentation

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IMEKO TC

TC11 - Measurement in Testing, Inspection and Certification

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