ANSI Z136.8-2021: Safe Use of Lasers in Research & Testing
Lasers were conceived in science fiction, but it was in real-world research environments where they germinated. With a medley of laser applications serving a variety […]
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Challenges for Cannabis Testing Laboratories
As the demand for cannabis testing grows, there are important considerations for laboratories seeking accreditation. Testing laboratories can be accredited for cannabis, cannabis-related products, and/or […]
Common Lab Decontamination Scenarios & Challenges
When it comes to managing and maintaining the integrity of a laboratory, compliance in all aspects of decontamination can be daunting. Not only is regulatory […]
ANSI/ASHRAE 146-2020: Testing and Rating Pool Heaters
ANSI/ASHRAE 146-2020: Methods Of Testing And Rating Pool Heaters has been revised. The Standard for Pool Water Heaters Swimming in water warmed to one’s comfort […]
Accreditation: Delivering Confidence in the Supply Chain
In this second of two posts on the 2019 World Accreditation Day theme of “Accreditation: Adding Value to Supply Chains,” the focus is on how […]
ASTM Redline Standards
Constantly-advancing technology and new leading practices represent the fluidity of industry. As knowledge develops, standardization advances alongside it, since all standards are reviewed and either […]
ASTM E691-20: Interlaboratory Study to Determine Test Method Precision
ASTM E691-20: Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method features techniques for planning, conducting, analyzing, and treating […]
Detecting Bacteria in the Food Chain: ISO 21528-2:2017
International standard ISO 21528-2: 2017: Microbiology of the food chain – Horizontal method for the detection and enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae specifies a method by which users […]
Evaluating Functional Stress Due to Dental Implants
With the trust patients have in their doctor, whether ophthalmologist, gynecologist, pediatrician, or dentist, it is expected that the doctor has completed thorough risk analysis […]
Performance Test Codes (PTCs) by ASME
Performance test codes, otherwise known as PTCs, are standard documents, written and published by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), that provide uniform rules […]