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IPEM / Pr gives the first numbers of "Operation Summer 2009"

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Since the last day on January 5 the technicians of the Institute of Weights and Measures of Paraná - IPEM / PR are inspecting, checking and measuring instruments and products across the edge paranaense.

The first results presented by the Management of Pre-measured (Gemed) are positive for the consumer. Blockers were recorded solar, BODY CREAMS oils, repellents, soft drinks, juices, prepared solid, powder for food and beers. There was no failure, noting that all products are according to the rules of Inmetro.

Already a Management Audit of Compliance with the products evaluated (GEFIS) inspect toys, matches, lighters, textile products, light bulbs, bottles, fire extinguishers, electric water fountains, electrical materials, among others, and found irregularities. In total 115,519 units were audited, while 111,697 were approved, 158 were seized and 3,664 textile products were irregular.

Robert Tamar, Manager of GEFIS, alert the consumer to be careful when purchasing products. Those who have the seal of the Inmetro indicate that conform to the required standards and textile products should contain information on the composition of the piece, name or business name of the company or importer, the country of origin, care needed for conservation and indication of size or dimension. All the information the label must be described in Portuguese.

The IPEM, through the Management Checking metrology (Gevem), is also looking for weighing and measuring instruments such as scales and pumps for liquid fuels. Work on the coast until the next following month.

For questions, complaints, suggestions or complaints the consumer may contact the Ombudsman by the IPEM Phone 0800 645 0102.


Source: IPEM / Pr

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