What is "Controlo Metrológico" and what is this for?

What is "Controlo Metrológico" and what is this for?

First of all, let´s talk about "Controlo Metrológico". Well, this stands for metrological control of the measuring instruments. In other words, it verifies the measuring instruments and allows us to use them. Enough talk, let´s talk about it in more words.

What measuring instruments are included for this?

Well, the following are the measuring instruments that are exclusively included for this.

Weights

Weighing Instruments

Scales

Taximeters

Parking Meters

Time Counters

and Billiards.

Who is involved in this?

The Lisbon City Council carries out the metrological control of measuring instruments, being qualified by the "Instituto Português da Qualidade" (IPQ), as a Metrological Verification Body for the Portuguese Quality System.

Who can request this?

Natural or Legal person

Public or Private

How and where to order this?

Weights and Taximeters

You can place your order at the Metrology Service

Scale and Metering

You can place your order preferably at the place of installation, after scheduling a telephone call with the Metrology Service.

Metrology Service

Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, Lote 1, 1800-220 Lisboa

Opening Hours: 09h to 16h (Mon to Fri)

Telephone: +351 218 555 026 /+351 218 555 052