{"id":150248,"date":"2026-04-04T15:54:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T15:54:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/tanzania\/all-news\/tanzania-urges-manufacturers-to-utilize-tbs-metrology"},"modified":"2026-04-04T16:47:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T16:47:06","slug":"tanzania-urges-manufacturers-to-utilize-tbs-metrology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/tanzania\/all-news\/tanzania-urges-manufacturers-to-utilize-tbs-metrology","title":{"rendered":"Tanzania Urges Manufacturers to Utilize TBS Metrology"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>The Tanzanian government has urged manufacturers to utilize the services of the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) in metrology. TBS Chief Metrology Officer Joseph Kadenge emphasized that accurate measurements are crucial for ensuring product quality. The National Metrology Laboratory has received international recognition, assuring investors of reliable calibration services that meet global norms<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Tanzania. <\/strong> <\/span>The Tanzanian government has instructed investors and manufacturers operating in the country to effectively utilise services offered by the Tanzania Bureau of Standards, particularly in the field of measurements (metrology), following its international recognition.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to media outlets in Dar es Salaam, TBS Chief Metrology Officer, Joseph Kadenge, said that metrology\u2014the science of measurement\u2014is one of the four key pillars of quality, ensuring accuracy in machines used in production processes.<\/p>\n<p>He explained that product quality begins with the machines used in manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>If the machines do not have accurate measurements, the quality of the final products is likely to be compromised.<\/p>\n<p>Kadenge further noted that TBS operates the National Metrology Laboratory, which has gained international recognition through the International Bureau of Weights and Measures, with its measurement capabilities listed in a global database.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the laboratory has been accredited by the Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service, a regional body responsible for certifying quality standards across SADC countries.<\/p>\n<p>This accreditation confirms the reliability of TBS services and assures investors that measurement services meet internationally accepted standards.<\/p>\n<p>Following these achievements, Kadenge called on investors and manufacturers to invest in Tanzania with confidence, emphasising that calibration services are readily available and meet global standards.<\/p>\n<p>Metrology, the science of measurement, plays a vital role in manufacturing and quality assurance. In Tanzania, the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has been pivotal in establishing measurement standards that align with international norms. The recognition of TBS&#8217;s National Metrology Laboratory by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures underscores the importance of accurate measurements in enhancing product quality and boosting investor confidence in the manufacturing sector. This initiative reflects Tanzania&#8217;s commitment to improving industrial standards and fostering economic growth through reliable measurement services.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Tanzania<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know The Tanzanian government has urged manufacturers to utilize the services of the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) in metrology. 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