On 8 April 2025, a delegation from the National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), led by Director Pol.Lt.Gen. Pornchai Suteerakune, paid an official visit to Niigata Seiki Co., Ltd. in Japan. The visit marked a valuable opportunity for a productive and insightful exchange on metrology and technological innovation.
During the visit, the NIMT delegation held in-depth discussions with Mr. Toshiyuki Ikarashi, President of Niigata Seiki Works Co., Ltd., a renowned leader in precision measurement technologies. The engagement focused on the latest advancements in metrology, with special emphasis on precision measurement equipment, environmental control, and testing technologies. The delegation also explored the development of high-accuracy instruments tailored to support both industrial and research applications.
Key Discussion Topics:
The visit offered a valuable platform to explore the development of high-precision instruments designed to support both industrial and research sectors, particularly diameter standards. The NIMT delegation gained insights into Niigata Seiki’s cutting-edge solutions and its role in driving forward precision engineering
Potential Benefits for Thailand:
By leveraging this expertise, Thailand anticipates strengthening its national metrological infrastructure. This collaboration is expected to benefit the country’s manufacturing and industrial ecosystems through improved calibration and testing capabilities, enhanced product quality, and a reduction in production errors. These advancements will contribute to elevating the global competitiveness of Thai products.
This productive exchange underscored NIMT’s commitment to aligning with international standards and fostering technological growth. The visit not only deepened mutual understanding but also laid the groundwork for future cooperation that supports Thailand’s broader goals in innovation, industry, and global integration in metrology.
