If you read this, I would like to bid you welcome to the on-line discussion forum called Why Metric . You may have many concerns about the change to the metric system that you would like to discuss or know more about, and I intend to give you my best advice.
Many people are afraid of the pending change to the metric system.
They are afraid of the unknown. Some people may even hope that the metric system will be replaced by our customary inch system. We have a well documented inch based standards system that has served us well for many years, but the global market place see an increasing demand for pure metric products. Dual measurements on product labels will no longer be permitted in any EU country. USA exporters will not be allowed to print inches, pounds, or non-metric measures in any shipment.