Physical Measurement Laboratory

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Physical Measurement Laboratory provides developing and delivering trusted measurements to support national needs.

Target Customer

U.S. government agencies, industry, and researchers requiring calibrated measurements, measurement standards, reference data, time standards, and accreditation services.

Key Differentiator

A U.S. government metrology lab with broad divisions and facilities (including time and frequency standards, calibration services, SRMs, SRIs, NVLAP accreditation) that supports national needs with extensive data, standards, and measurement infrastructure.

Implementation Timeline

Not specified in the content; value realization depends on engaged services and programs.

Pain Points

1Need for traceable, accurate, and trusted measurements to support national priorities.
2Requirement for standardized reference materials and calibration services to ensure consistency across industries.
3Need for accredited measurement capabilities and reliable data resources (time standards, reference data, standards, and instruments).

Key Features

1Calibration services and Laboratory Accreditation (NVLAP).
2Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) and Standard Reference Instruments (SRIs).
3Time and frequency standards (The Official U.S. Time).
4Access to diverse NIST laboratories and facilities for measurements and research.
5Physical Reference Data and related data resources (e.g., WebBook).

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1PML Director
2Deputy Director
3Associate Director for Measurement Services
4Associate Director

Client Results

1Delivery of trusted measurements to support national needs.
2Calibration services, data resources, and standard reference materials/instruments availability.
3Access to accredited measurement capabilities and measurement data.

Competitive Advantages

1Government-backed standards and metrology expertise from a federal agency (NIST).
2Broad portfolio of programs and facilities across multiple divisions (e.g., Time and Frequency, Quantum Measurement, Sensor Science, etc.).
3Availability of NVLAP accreditation, SRMs, and SRIs to support measurement traceability.
4Access to specialized facilities and data resources (e.g., Physical Reference Data, time standards).

Key Benefits

1Trusted measurements for national priorities.

2Calibration services and accreditation programs.

3Availability of Standard Reference Materials and Instruments.

4Access to official time and frequency standards.

5Comprehensive measurement data and reference resources.

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Additional Product Information

Product Description

A NIST division focused on developing and delivering trusted measurements across a broad range of disciplines, offering calibrations, standard references, time standards, data resources, and accreditation support to meet national needs.

Target Market

Government agencies, industry partners, and researchers requiring precise measurement standards, calibrations, and measurement data.

Unique Value Proposition

Government-backed metrology and measurement data with a comprehensive suite of services (calibration, SRMs/SRIs, NVLAP, time standards) and extensive facilities to support national needs.

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