Footwear refers to apparels worn on the feet, which typically serve the purpose of protection against adversities of the environment…
Textile Standard – Outlining Key Labelling Information
Textile comes from the Latin word, textilis for “woven fabric” and that’s exactly what it is. If you’ve never thought…
Motorcyclists, How Protective Are Your Safety Helmets?
Accidents on our roadways continue to be a daily occurrence, affecting victims, their families and other caregivers. A major cause…
All Systems In Place To Commence Second Half Stamping Of Devices
This week, the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) will commence the second verification of all weighing and measuring devices…
Standardisation Within The Caricom Region
Have you ever heard of CROSQ? It is the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality, established two decades ago…
From Goldsmith To GNBS Certified Jeweller – Steve’s Jewellery
Stephen Naraine has always had an interest in Arts and Craft. At a tender age, he would rush home from…
Constructing high-rise buildings according to the National Building Code
The City’s skyline is rapidly changing with the construction of multiple high-rise buildings. However, the lingering question exists as to…
Accreditation – Creating Confidence in Test Results
As the global market becomes more inter-connected, the need to have internationally accredited testing, inspection and certification bodies is essential…
Implementing Standards To Support Eco-System Restoration
Yesterday, June 05, Guyana joined other countries to celebrate World Environment Day under the theme: “Eco-system restoration.” Ecosystem restoration addresses…
How Standards Helped Eureka Labs Become A Household Name
Eureka Medical Laboratories Inc. (EML), now a household name, first opened its doors in March, 1995 to meet an increasing…