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Qualitätsinfrastruktur und internationaler Technologietransfer
Created:
March 2017
Category: Development of Quality Infrastructure systems and services
Stakeholders: General public
Thematic focus: QI systems
The document highlights the importance of effective Quality Infrastructure and the corresponding transfer of technology and knowledge to achieve the development and climate goals. The document provides an insight into different forms of technology transfer and outlines PTB´s contribution and impact.
A Methodology for Capacity Building in Technical and Scientific Organizations Using Regional Knowledge and Experiences
Created:
January 2017
Category: Development of Quality Infrastructure systems and services
Stakeholders: QI experts, Sector stakeholders
Thematic focus: QI systems
The document presents "Caburek", a flexible tool to strengthen national capabilities of Technical and Scientific Organizations. The basic concept of this tool is that exchanging regional knowledge and experience makes it easier to solve challenges countries encounter at a national level. The tool proposes and encourages a joint working method that allows each participating institution to make progress towards solving any of their national issues, with the support of a range of resources.
Korean Construction Company Saves 10 Million US $ thanks to the Mutual Recognition Agreement
Created:
May 2019
Category: Development of Quality Infrastructure systems and services
Stakeholders: General public
Thematic focus: Metrology
The article describes a short case study on the requirements and problems that arose during the building of an offshore plant by the Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Corporation (DSME). The economic benefits of a Mutual Recognition Agreement accepting the certificates of National Metrology Institutes are described.
Remote Evaluations – Initial Experience and Recommendations
Created:
October 2020
Category: Development of Quality Infrastructure systems and services
Stakeholders: QI experts
Thematic focus: QI systems
The document presents the results of remote evaluations during the covid pandemic. The evaluations were executed by PTB Covid-19 Task Force and the Evaluation Unit of PTB´s International Cooperation Department. Based on the experience made, the document gives recommendations regarding evaluation procedure, methods of data collection, technical aspects, and further considerations in the implementation of remote evaluations.
Calidena Toolbox Support material for the Calidena Handbook 2.0
Created:
December 2020
Category: Development of Quality Infrastructure systems and services
Stakeholders: QI experts, Sector stakeholders
Thematic focus: QI systems
The toolbox is a complement to the Calidena Handbook 2.01 and is based on practical experience of using the methodology in various countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia, and Africa. Calidena is a methodology developed by PTB to stimulate quality in value chains. All tools are presented according to the different phases of a project. The toolbox was created for people in charge of programs and projects aimed at developing value chains or Quality Infrastructure, as well as facilitators of Calidena processes.
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Export Quality Management
The website presents publications related to the regarding the concept of “Export Quality Management”, created by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and PTB.
Covid-19 Response
The website shows the results of the PTB’s International Cooperation Group task force’s work and gives partner institutions, but also the interested public, access to the related information.
Calidena
The website presents information and publications related to CALIDENA, including a list of facilitators, studies and news.
SEE QI Fund Website
The website is dedicated to the Regional Consultancy Fund for Quality Infrastructure (SEE QI Fund) project and presents related information.
Capacity development online navigator
The Navigator contains many summaries of formats and experiences as well as practical tips and examples which will help you to better prepare and conduct your virtual events.
QI-Africa
The website presents information, news, and publications related to the "Upgrading of Quality Infrastructure in Africa" project.
Videos
Export Quality Management
The video summarizes the Export Quality Management (EQM) seminars.
Calibrating infrared ear thermometers
Professionals test the accuracy of thermometers prior to sale, and often also perform regular metrological verification tests after the sale.
From the laboratory to sustainable concrete
As part of the Quality Infrastructure Fund project, PTB and Germany’s Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing – BAM) created virtual tutorials on the topic of cement
From Farm to Market
The video shows what quality requirements there are for exporting fruit and vegetables in East Africa and how they can be met.
A world without quality infrastructure
Here we show both the effects of a lack of functioning quality infrastructure (QI) and the accidents that functioning QI can prevent.
Assuring Quality during Mango Juice Production – Inspection, Washing and Sorting
The video shows the first stage (inspection, washing and sorting) of mango juice production in Uganda and explains the crucial role of quality assurance.
Assuring Quality during Mango Juice Production – Processing and Pasteurizing
The video shows the second stage (processing and pasteurizing) of mango juice production in Uganda and explains the crucial role of quality assurance.
Assuring Quality during Mango Juice Production – Quality Tests and Packaging
The video shows the third stage (quality tests and packaging) of mango juice production in Uganda and explains the crucial role of quality assurance.