Mr. Likit Sainoo, Senior Professional Metrologist from NIMT, undertook an international mission to serve as a technical consultant in the field of pressure metrology from 8–12 March 2026 at the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI), in collaboration with the British Standards Institution (BSI), to support the development of the National Metrology Laboratory (NML) of BSTI.
During the mission, Mr. Likit played a key role as a pressure expert in conducting a Pre-Peer Review and Technical Training Program for the Pressure Laboratory. The primary objective was to assess the laboratory’s readiness for international recognition, including evaluation of instrumentation and calibration systems, personnel competency, data analysis and uncertainty evaluation, reporting procedures, and laboratory environmental conditions.
In addition, he provided technical consultancy on pressure calibration in accordance with the internationally recognized DKD R6-1 guideline, covering the use of both pressure balances and pressure calibrators as reference standards. The program also included hands-on training sessions on calibration techniques for various instruments, such as digital pressure gauges, barometers, and electrical pressure gauges, as well as practical exercises on data processing, uncertainty estimation, and result analysis.
Furthermore, Mr. Likit facilitated a measurement comparison activity under the scheme NIMT.M.P-H2.6 for hydraulic gauge pressure in the range of 70 to 700 bar, contributing to strengthening measurement traceability and international comparability.
The engagement also included workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions with NML-BSTI staff across different technical areas, enhancing their practical skills and understanding of pressure calibration systems.
This mission has significantly contributed to strengthening the technical capabilities of BSTI, supporting its readiness for international peer evaluation and improving national calibration services. At the same time, it reinforces NIMT’s role in advancing regional and international cooperation in metrology, enhancing recognition among National Metrology Institutes (NMIs), and promoting sustainable development of measurement infrastructure.
