World Metrology Day is celebrated annually on May 20. Today, the science of measurement plays a key role in modern industry and innovation. For the Scientific Research Institute of Electronics (NIIET, a member of the Element Group, MOEX: ELMT), this day is a perfect opportunity to open our production doors and share how the accuracy of our measurements ensures the high reliability and quality of every single product.
Guardians of the Standard
At NIIET, the metrology service is integrated into a unified quality management framework alongside the testing center. The service strictly adheres to the requirements of Federal Law No. 102-FZ and relevant GOST standards. This compliance ensures the stability of product parameters from batch to batch, which is critical for both the commercial sector and high-reliability, specialized equipment. The service team represents a unique blend of experience and energy. It brings together professionals with 40 years of experience and talented young engineers. A modern metrologist in microelectronics is a multidisciplinary expert. Beyond a thorough understanding of the legislation governing the uniformity of measurements, they must possess multitasking skills and the capability to manage a complex structure of verification, alignment, and storage of measuring instruments. An atmosphere of mutual support defines the department. “Our team is very close-knit. If someone goes for training, they always come back and share their new knowledge with the rest of us,” the metrologists say.
Investment in Unique Equipment High-accuracy measurement serves as the foundation for the reliability of the electronic component base (ECB). For this reason, the institute systematically updates its fleet of measuring equipment.” Product quality is directly linked to the level of investment in equipment. NIIET systematically develops its instrument base by purchasing expensive equipment with specifications available to only a limited number of enterprises in Russia. This enables measurements with a high degree of precision,” noted the metrology service. At the same time, modern equipment allows for such testing as wire bond pull tests or aggressive humid environment testing to evaluate package hermeticity. In addition, the institute possesses equipment for shock and impact testing.
Competencies and Accreditations
The Institute is accredited by the Federal State Unitary Enterprise VNIIFTRI, a status granted to only a few companies in the country. This document grants NIIET the right to conduct initial certification of testing equipment under the supervision of military representatives.
“The Institute not only develops and manufactures equipment but also has the authority to officially confirm its compliance with technical specifications. Initial certification guarantees that the equipment is fully operational both at our production facilities and at third-party facilities working with state defense contracts,” the specialists explained.
The Institute’s high level of competence is confirmed by continuous oversight: metrology specialists undergo testing and training every eighteen months, and reports are submitted to regulatory authorities quarterly.
Digital Transformation: Precision Free from “Human Error” To efficiently manage its continuously growing fleet of equipment and instruments, the institute has automated its metrological support processes. NIIET has implemented its own electronic database of measuring and control instruments. The transition to a digital platform has minimized risks associated with human error. Data logging is now instantaneous. The system ensures total transparency: at any moment, the status of an instrument (“in operation”, “under calibration/verification”, or “decommissioned”) can be viewed without relying on memory or manual notes. Furthermore, the platform automatically monitors calibration deadlines, providing advance alerts before they expire. This environment enables efficient collaboration between metrologists and responsible personnel across all departments of the institute.
