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NIST Special Publication 791, 1993 Edition

State Weights and Measures Laboratories:

State Standards Program Description

and Directory

Georgia L. Harris

Office of Weights and Measures

National Institute of Standards and Technology

Gaithersburg, MD 20899

(Supersedes NIST Special Publication 791, 1992 Edition)

June 1993

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Foreword

In support of its mission to promote uniform standcirds of measurement throughout the country, the National

Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) received funding from Congress in 1965 to provide new standards

of mass, length, and volume and the equipment needed to perform cedibrations in these measurement areas to State weights £md measures laboratories. This program, called the [New] State Standards Program was

established at NIST; to maintain the validity of these standards and to assure that the standards are used

properly, NIST also:

(1) trains State metrologists in the test procedures used in the NIST laboratories; and

(2) conducts a voluntary accreditation program for State weights aad measures laboratories.

Part I of this pubUcation describes the accreditation activities of the State Standards Program. There are three

general requirements for accreditation:

(1) the State must have adequate facilities, equipment, and standards to perform the measurements;

(2) the State metrologist must receive the necessciry training and submit data demonstrating the results of

applying test procedures; and

(3) the laboratory must estabhsh measurement control programs acceptable to NIST in the various

measurement areas.

This approach to laboratory accreditation was endorsed by the 1983 National Conference on Weights and

Measures. The Office of Weights and Measures at NIST has proposed the addition of accreditation programs

for State laboratories in the areas of Grciin Moisture and Petroleum Quality Testing since they have been

requested by the State Weights and Measures agencies. Some tentative guidelines are outlined in Part I; specific

accreditation requirements will be pubUshed in NIST Handbook 143, Program Handbook, or other appropriate

document.

Part II is the directory of State weights and measures laboratories and lists the services they provide to State and local weights and mezisures agencies as well as to industry. The directory is intended to assist potential users of the laboratory services in locating and obtaining needed measurement services. The directory provides a summary table of measurement services and programs as well as the following information for each State or

accredited laboratory:

(1) the accreditation period, if accredited by NIST;

(2) the laboratory staff member(s), address, and phone number;

(3) services available; and

(4) fees, if any, for services.

One objective of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 is to make the International System (SI)

of Units the primary measurement system in the United States. SI Units are the preferred measurement system

in the State laboratories. State laboratories have primary standards in both "customary" and SI units; the laboratory equipment employs SI units; and training for State metrologists primarily uses the SI System of Units.

However, commercial equipment for sales to the public for the most part entails "customary" units. Descriptions

of measurement services in this directory refer to whichever system typically predominates for the type of service provided, although capabilities exist for measurement services in both systems of units.

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Note regarding ISO 9000:

During 1992, the Office of Weights and Measures, with cooperation from the National Voluntary Laboratory

Accreditation Program (NVLAP), began the process of revising the State Laboratory Accreditation Program to include the adoption of ISO Guide 25. Accreditation requirements are currently being revised, but were not completely in place as of the pubhcation date of this directory. However, mjmy of the quality criteria identified

in ISO Guide 25 are already in place in the State laboratories. Technical criteria following ISO Guide 25 are being developed; they will be consistent with international recommendations. Many State laboratories have

begun the process of implementing the new requirements on a voluntary basis, including revision of their current laboratory Quidity Manuals to meet ISO Guide 25 requirements and continuation of a formal annual

self-assessment, with review by the Office of Weights and Measures. All laboratories accredited by OWM can

provide accurate and traceable measurement results; competence is regularly demonstrated through round robin

measurements. The Office of Weights and Measures believes that once laboratories have been accredited under

the new criteria, they will fully meet ISO 9000 service requirements as well as registration requirements for ISO

9002. Most NIST/OWM accredited laboratories will meet customer requirements for ISO 9000 now.

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Contents

Foreword iii PART I - Program Description l

Introduction i Weights and Measures Laboratories 1 National Type Evaluation Program 1

Accredited Measurement Areas 2

Tolerance testing

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Mass 2

Volume 2

Calibration 2

Mass 3

Volume 3

Length 3

Frequency 3

Temperature 3

Accreditation Requirements 3

Weights and Measures Laboratory Requirements 3

Training and Evaluation 4

Meiisurement Control 5

National Type Evaluation Program 6

National Type Evaluation Progreun Requirements 6

Unevaluated Measurement Areas 7

Proposed Grain Moisture Laboratory Program and Accreditation Requirements 7

Proposed Petroleum Quahty Laboratory Program and Accreditation Requirements .... 8

Summary 9

References il

PART n - Laboratory Directory 13

Summary of Measurement Services and Programs 13

Alphabetical Index 13

PART I - Program Description

Introduction

Weights and Measures Laboratories

In 1965, Congress funded the National Institute of

Standards and Technology (NIST, formerly the

National Bureau of Standards) to establish the [New] State Standards Program to provide new

standards of mass, volume, and length to the States, the District of Colimibia, Puerto Rico, and the

Virgin Islands to update their weights and measures

laboratories and increase their measurement

capabilities. The program also provided the

laboratory equipment necessary for the States to use

the standards in their measurement services.

New standards and equipment were issued to the

States from 1967 through 1978. Since that time,

many States have purchased additional equipment to increase their measurement capabihty and to expand

into other measurement areas, such as liquid-inglass thermometry, the frequency testing of tuning

forks for police r&dai guns, and the testing of large

volume and hquified petroleum gas (LPG) provers.

Prior to receipt of the standards and equipment,

each jurisdiction was required to provide a

laboratory facility meeting specifications established

imder the State Standards Program. In addition,

the laboratory metrologist was required to complete

training at NIST in the use of the standards and the equipment.

Subsequent to the issue of standards and equipment

to the States, NIST instituted a program whereby

State weights and measures laboratories are accredited by measurement areas. Accreditation of

State weights and measures laboratories is a part of

the current State Standards Program. NIST does

not certify the measurements made by a State, but

formally recognizes that the State laboratory has an apparent capability to perform reliable

measurements and that the metrologist has been

trained in the proper procedures to provide these

measurements. The accreditation also indicates that the metrologist has fulfilled the requirements and

submitted the data requested by NIST for accreditation. Each State laboratory is responsible

for verifying its measurement traceability.

A laboratory that has not been accredited does not

necessarily mean that it is inadequate or that its measurements are not valid. Rather, it indicates

that a laboratory has not submitted the information

necessary to permit NIST to evaluate its capability.

Consequently, NIST cannot take a position

regarding the capabihty of a nonaccredited

laboratory.

National Type Evaluation Program

Under the National Type Evaluation Program

(NTEP), new weighing and measuring devices are

tested and evaluated to determine if they comply

with the requirements in NIST Handbook 44,

"Specifications, Tolerances, and Other Technical

Requirements for Weighing and Measuring Devices"

[1] (see references p. 11). The Program is administered by NIST in support of the National

Conference on Weights and Measures. Tested

devices are intended for use in the commercial

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measurement system, that is, for use in weighing or measuring commodities to be sold to the general

public.

Several State laboratories and the Federal Grain

Inspection Service (FGIS) have acquired the

capabihty, and have been authorized by NIST, to conduct type evaluations under the NTEP. These

laboratories, and the devices that they are authorized to evaluate, are identified in this pubhcation.

Accredited Measurement Areas

A brief summary of each measurement area in the

accreditation program is given under the headings

of Tolerimce Testing and Calibration. Some States

offer services in other measurement areas (see

Unevaluated Measurement Areas in Part I, and

directory listings in Part II) but, since NIST has not

yet developed criteria to serve as the basis for laboratory accreditation in these areas, they are not

included in the current accreditation program.

Each laboratory accredited in a given area has been

judged to be capable of providing the measurement

services indicated. The range of standards that can be tested by a laboratory will depend upon the

equipment it has purchased in addition to that received through the State Standards Program.

A general classification of the range of standards

that can be tested is indicated by the headings in the tables of services available (see Part II). The

mass classifications for tolerance testing are given in pounds because inch-pound standards are usually used. Mass classifications for calibrations are given

in kilogreuns because metric standards are used. Comparable standards in other mass units of measure can also be tested.

Tolerance testing

A tolerance may be simply defined as the permitted

difference between the nominal value of the

standcu-d and its actu£il value under specific

conditions. Tolerance testing is the process for determining if the actual value of a standard is within tolerance. If a standard is not v^athin tolerance it may be adjusted to bring the value

within tolerance. To be accredited to a tolerance

class, a standard must comply with the specifications

and tolerances for the specified tolerance class.

Mass

Tolerance testing of mass standards is usually done

according to specifications included in:

NIST Handbook 105-1 [2];

American Society for Testing £md Materials

(ASTM) Standard E 617-91, Classes 4, 5, and 6 [3];

International Organization of Legal

Metrology, Classes M„ M^, M, [6].

Laboratories may also test to NBS Circular 547,

Classes P, Q, and T [4], or to NBS Circular 3, Classes A, B, and C [5]; however, these classes have

been superseded by ASTM weight classifications.

Volume

Tolercmce testing of volume standards is divided

into small-, intermediate-, and large-volume

standards, depending upon the laboratory standards

to be used. A small-volume standard may have a capacity up to 25 gadlons. The capacities of

intermediate-volume standards range from 25

through 500 gallons. Large-volume standards have

capacities in excess of 500 gallons. Though metric

units (hters) are occasionally tested, the principcd

standard of volume tested is defmed in units of

gallons.

Glassware standards may be tested to NBS

Handbook 105-2 [7] specifications and tolerances or

to the tolerances stated in Federal regulations.

Metal field standards are tested to NBS Hzuidbook

105-3 [8] specifications and tolerances.

Calibration

Calibration is the process of comparing an unknown standard to a known standard and

assigning a value, along with an uncertainty, to the

unknown standard. The uncertainty expresses the

extent to which that assigned value may be in error

relative to its reference base, which typically is the national standard.
When calibrated by a State laboratory, the assigned

value may or may not be within the specified tolerance. The correction and imcertainty assigned

to the standard should therefore be used in subsequent measurements. In some cases, the

assigned uncertainties will exceed the specified tolerances. The uncertainties, which reflect the

level of precision the State laboratories can achieve,

will differ from one laboratory to another depending on standards, the competence of the metrologist,

and equipment available to perform the

measurement. Potential customers should contact

the State weights and measures laboratory to verify that the assigned uncertainty it typically provides is adequate for their needs.

Mass

Calibrations are usually performed on mass

standards designed to meet specifications and

tolerances in:

American Society for Testing and Materials

(ASTM) Standard E 617-91, Classes 1, 1.1, 2, and 3;

International Organization of Legal

Metrology Classes and Fj.

Laboratories may also test to NBS Circular 547,

Classes J, M, S, and S-1; however, these classes have been superseded by ASTM weight

classifications.

Depending on the laboratory, air buoyancy

corrections may or may not be made. Customers

should specify the apparent mass reference density

desired (usually apparent mass versus 8.0 g/cm') for

their cahbration and provide the density of their mass standiirds.

Volume

Small glassware standards are usually calibrated

gravimetrically or by volume transfer. The capacity

of metal standards is typically 20 liters or 5 gallons.

Metal provers larger than 5 gallons may be

cahbrated if appropriate standards are available.

Length

Steel tapes up to several hundred feet long may be

calibrated. The uncertainties are typic2dly a few

thousandths of a foot. Rigid rules up to 12 inches

long can be calibrated with uncertidnties of several thoustindths of an inch. Most requests for length

tests have not been in metric units, though the

states are capable of mziking these measurements.

Frequency

The frequency calibration services are usually

Umited to tuning forks used with poHce radar guns.

Temperature

Temperature calibration is generally limited to hquid-in-glass thermometers. Some States test only

clinical thermometers of this type. The standards

for most States are also Uquid-in-glass

thermometers, though some use platinum resistance

thermometer standards. The uncertainties for temperature calibration will vary among

laboratories. Many requests for calibrations involve

tolerances specified by the customer.

Accreditation Requirements

Weights and Measures Laboratory

Requirements

There are three general requirements for accreditation of State weights and measures

laboratories:

(1) The State must have adequate laboratory

facilities, equipment, and stimdards to provide the services that are offered.

(2) The State metrologist must: (a)

successfully complete the NIST Basic

Metrology Seminar; (b) maintain

competency through active (annual

attendance at meetings and participation in round robin experiments) participation in the Regional Measurement Mimagement

Programs (RMMPs); and (c) demonstrate

the ability to perform the laboratory

measurements, which maybe done through

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the RMMPs, NIST Intermediate Metrology

Seminar, or special assignments.

(3) The metrologist must implement and

m£untain measurement control programs in various measurement areas as required by

NIST.

The requirements for the laboratory facilities and

general operation are contained in NBS Handbook

143, "State Weights and Measures Laboratories - Program Handbook" [9]. Each laboratory is evaluated using a self-appraisal checkhst (contained

in Handbook 143), submitted by the metrologist,

£ind subject to verification by an on-site evaluation.

The metrologist is evaluated on the basis of

performance in training seminars, the work

submitted to NIST as part of laboratory

assignments, participation in technical meetings, and

through review of laboratory data and test procedures during the on-site evaluation. The

quahty of the laboratory's measurement results are evaluated through its control charts and round robin

experiments. Brief discussions of these topics

follow.

Training and Evaluation

A suitable technical degree, such as Engineering,

Physics, Mathematics, or Chemistry is highly

recommended. Working knowledge of algebra and

basic statistics is essential. It is expected that metrologists will have spent time in the laboratory

familiarizing themselves with the equipment prior to attendance at a Basic Laboratory Seminar.

Basic Laboratory Training

NIST trains State metrologists in the basic

laboratory metrology procedures for mass, volume,

and length measurement during a 2-week Basic

Laboratory Metrology seminar. The test procedures

arc described in NIST publications, including NBS

Handbook 145, "Handbook for the Quality

Assurance of Metrological Measurements" [10]. The metrologists must then complete a series of

laboratory assignments and submit the data to NIST

to document their understanding of the procedures

£md the calculations. Additional laboratory

problems are assigned to each laboratory to

estabUsh measurement control programs in several measurement areas.

Intermediate and Advanced Laboratory Training

Each metrologist is expected to attend the

Intermediate Metrology Seminar within 2 years of

attendance at the Basic Seminar to receive

additioucd training in laboratory procedures and in the corrections needed for high precision

measurement. Following this seminar, metrologists are assigned a series of problems so that they can demonstrate their understanding of the seminar

materiid.

States that expand into other areas of measurement

are encouraged to attend specialized seminars

conducted by NIST calibration laboratories. Examples of these areas are temperature and

pressure measurements. The laboratories must then

estabUsh measurement control programs in these

measurement areas to ensure agreement with NIST

results.

Regional and National Programs

At least one metrologist from each State must

participate in Regional Measixrement Management

Programs (RMMPs). These RMMPs are groups of

laboratories in given geographical areas that have

joined together to: (1) conduct meetings for the

purpose of training and demonstration of

procedures; and (2) to conduct round robin

experiments to promote uniform measurements in their geographical area. The round robin

experiments provide an essential link in the

measurement traceability between NIST and the

States. The knowledge exhibited by metrologists in these meetings and their results on the roimd robin

experiments are included as part of the evaluation

of the State laboratories.

In addition to training seminars and regional

metrology groups, the Metrology Workshop at the

annual meeting of the National Conference on

Weights and Measures (NCWM) coordinates the

efforts of the regional groups and provides the

opportunity for metrologists to become active in weights and measures metrology issues of a national

and internationcd nature. The knowledge £uid participation demonstrated by the metrologists at the annual workshops as well as participation

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throughout the year in NCWM/NIST work projects afford metrologists the opportunity to provide

technical Input to the NCWM. This activity not

only enhances the NCWM program and the

metrologist's skills and abihties, but allows further evaluation of metrologists' special capabilities.

Measurement Control

NIST criteria require State weights and measures

laboratories to utilize formal quality control

techniques to ensure that their measurements are

sufficiently accurate to meet customer needs on a continuing basis. If these techniques are properly

employed, it is possible to quantify the uncertainties

of the measurements. Monitoring uncertainties over time can assure that they remain sufficiently small

to meet operational requirements. NIST has been

working closely with the State weights and measures

laboratories to help enhance laboratory programs

and to demonstrate their ability to perform highquality calibrations.

Measurement control programs have been

established for mass cahbration, the volume transfer

testing of glass volume standcirds, and a number of

other measurement cireas, such as tolerance testing

and 5-gallon gravimetric control charts. Round

robin experiments are conducted to investigate the

agreement of the State laboratories in all accredited

measurement areas.

The measurement control programs consist of two

parts: (1) internal control programs; and (2) external control programs.

Internal Control Programs

The internal measurement control programs

generzdly consist of repeated measurements on the same objects over an extended period of time. The

data ai& then plotted on control charts to estabhsh

the Umits of random errors in the measurement

processes. Repeated measurements made on the

standzirds themselves monitor the standards as well

as the variability of the measurement process.

Statistical confidence tests monitor the stability of

the standards and the variance of the measurement

process. The control chart data can be used to document the validity of the measurements made on

a given day. Finally, the control chart data are used

to determine if the standards agree with NISTreported values. Disagreement with NIST-reported

values requires corrective action. If a problem

persists, the standards must be recalibrated at NIST.

In some measurement areas it is not possible to keep a standard or standards in the laboratory

simply for the purpose of measiu"ement control. For example, it is impractical to keep an extra 100- gallon prover in the laboratory to run as a check

standard during every 100-gallon prover test. In

these instances, repeated measurements are run on

each standard submitted for test. Differences in

test results are then plotted on a "range" chart. The

process variance is estimated from the range in the

measurements made on many standards. The range

chart is also used to verify that repeated

measurements made on a given standard fall within

the indicated limits.

In some instances, such as the volume transfer

testing of glass flasks, a combination of control and

range charts is used. The type of measurement

control program depends on the criticzJity of the

measurements, the availability of standards to use as "check" standard, and the tolerances for the

stiindards under test. The frequency of

measurements made to control the measurement

process and the type of control program utilized are

tailored to the measurement area under

investigation.

External Control Programs

The NIST goal is to provide an external measurement control system that is available to all States, The overall goal is for each State to actively

participate in one of the five formal Regional

Measiu"ement Management Programs (RMMPs).

The RMMPs promote uniform measurement results by:

(1) providing training through the presentation

of papers prepared by members;

(2) demonstrating test procedures to assure

uniformity;

(3) conducting round robin experiments to

investigate the presence of measurement

errors; and

(4) addressing mutual measurement concerns.

The RMMPs are groups of State and, to a limited

extent, private laboratories that have joined together

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to conduct meetings and perform round robin tests

in mass, length, volume, and to a limited extent other measurement areas such as grain moisture,

thermometry, and tuning fork testing, to promote

uniformity in test procedures and measurement

results. The five RMMPs Usted below provide the

opportunity for all States, the District of Columbia,

Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands to participate.

A map of the regional groups is shown in figvu"e 1.

(1) Northeastern Measurement Assurance

Program (NEMAP)

(2) Southeastern Measurement Assurance

Program (SEMAP)

(3) Western Regional Assurance Program

(WRAP)

(4) Mid-America Measurement Assurance

Program (MidMAP)

(5) Southwestern Assurance Program (SWAP)

In the external measurement control programs,

standards external to the laboratory are submitted

to the laboratory for test. These external standards

are normally calibrated by NIST (or FGIS in the

case of grain moisture) to provide a reference value. These standards are usually circulated as part of

round robin experiments conducted and coordinated

by the RMMPs. Although NIST provides values for the circulating standards, the round robin

experiments are developed, coordinated, and

analyzed by the RMMPs. NIST participates in the

data analysis and the regional meetings to identify

any problems and to provide training to eliminate

discrepancies. This information is vital to the NIST

accreditation program. The RMMPs are thus an

integral part of the NIST accreditation program and

reduce the amount of NIST effort necessary to monitor State laboratories.

The external measurement control programs are used to compare the RMMP results to NIST or

other national standard values. These programs

investigate the presence of systematic errors and can be used to test the variance of the measurement

processes. Plots of interlaboratory data results are frequently used to analyze data. To obtain

maximum benefits from these external measurement

control programs, internal measurement control

programs should be estabUshed before a laboratory

participates in round robin experiments.

Uniformity among RMMPs is attained through

additional NIST training at the meetings, the

cahbration of standards by NIST used in round

robin experiments, and the evaluation of the round

robin results. The RMMPs interact further through

the Metrology Workshop held in conjunction with

the Annual Meeting of the National Conference on

Weights and Measures. Members of each RMMP

report activities and round robin results and discuss

ways of improving the quahty of the laboratories as well as individual proficiency.

A sixth regional measurement group was developed

in the Caribbean area during 1992. Participants in the Caribbean Measurement Assurance Program

(CaMAP) group include a number of countries in the Caribbean region. Since these laboratories are

participating in the regional group on a voluntary

basis, they have not formed a formal relationship,

and they are outside the scope of the responsibility

for the Office of Weights and Measures, they have

not been evaluated according to accreditation

criteria.

Participation in the regional measurement group

meetings or in the round robin measurements has

included such countries as Canada, Jamaica,

Grenada, Trinidad & Tobago, St. Lucia, Mexico,

Ecuador, and the Dominican RepubUc,

National Type Evaluation Program

NIST will authorize qualified State and other

laboratories to: (1) conduct complete testing and

evaluation; or (2) conduct field performance testing

of specified types of devices under the NTEP. Type

evaluations are primarily conducted on scales,

weighing systems, meters, metering systems, and

devices associated with these appUcations. The

specific types of devices that a Participating

Laboratory is authorized to evaluate are identified

in the directory.

National Type Evaluation Program

Requirements

The objectives of the authorization plan of the National Type Evaluation Program are to:

(1) promulgate uniform criteria and procedures

for testing laboratories;

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(2) authorize those qualifying as "Participating

Laboratories" in the Program;

(3) assure the uniform application of NTEP

device eviiluation criteria; and

(4) provide the basis for acceptance by the

States and Federal agencies of the

evaluations conducted in the authorized

Pzu-ticipating Laboratories.

To be authorized, laboratories must demonstrate

that they have the staff, equipment, and resources to conduct the evaluations. The abihty to conduct type

evaluations is heavily dependent on the people who

do the evaluations. They must have knowledge of

Handbook 44 requirements, device applications, and

test procedures. They must also have the analytical

skills and judgment to determine whether the

requirements are satisfied.

Because the nature of type evaluations is very

different from laboratory metrology, staff other than

the laboratory metrologist are often authorized to conduct type evaluations for NTEP.

Type evaluations may include both laboratory and

field tests. A State must have the specialized

equipment required to test a device over a temperature rzmge (i.e., an environmental chamber

along with other specialized equipment). Field

evaluations require much of the same equipment

used in weights and measures enforcement testing,

but the test procedures are much more extensive. NIST provides extensive training on the NTEP

criteria, test procedures, and the rationale behind

the requirements. The laboratory staff must

demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the criteria and test procedures, the ability to properly analyze

the test data and device performance as it pertains

to the device apphcations, and demonstrate the

ability to make judgments consistent with NTEP

poUcy. Regular communication with NIST

regarding new device features and evaluation

criteria is required to maintain uniformity among

the NTEP laboratories.

Unevaluated Measurement Areas

In addition to the accredited measurement areas of

tolerance testing, calibration, and device type

evaluations, many laboratories perform

measurements for which the NIST Office of

Weights and Measures has not estabhshed

guidelines for accreditation. These measurement

aireas can include the testing of dial gauges used to

test polyethylene sheeting (an extension of

dimensional measurements) or entire programs such

as grain moisture testing and petroleum quality

testing. This publication contains new information

regarding proposed program and accreditation

requirements for grain moisture and petroleum

quality programs. The directory in Part II also includes information regarding the services available

in these arejis.

Proposed Grain Moisture Laboratory

Program and Accreditation Requirements

The objectives of developing a Grjiin Moisture

Laboratory Accreditation Program are to promote

uniformity in grain moisture testing and provide a

accreditation program for State (government) Grain

Moisture laboratories.

General requirements for accreditation of Grcun

Moisture Laboratories will be developed by

consensus between participants from State government, the Federal Grain Inspection Service

(FGIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the National Conference on Weights and Measures

(NCWM), and the NIST Office of Weights and

Measures. The Program will follow the s£une accreditation/authorization steps as the

accreditation of State weights and measures

laboratories and the authorization of Participating

Laboratories for type evaluation of devices that is described in NBS Handbook 143.

There will be three general requirements for accreditation of State grain moisture laboratories:

(1) The laboratory must be organized and

staffed in such a way as to ensure efficient execution of its responsibilities.

(2) The laboratory must have an acceptable

facility, appropriate equipment and

standards, and trained laboratory staff. The laboratory facilities, equipment and

stcindards, and staff will be described in Handbook 143, Laboratory Program

Handbook, and evaluated in a

self-appraisal checklist (similar to the

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Appendix C in that handbook, for weights

and measures laboratories). As with the

other programs, accreditation is subject to a NIST, FGIS, or other external evaluation.

(3) In addition to the recommended minimum

guidelines for facilities, equipment and

standards, and staff, the laboratory must

have in place, and follow, an appropriate

Measurement Control or Quahty Control

Prograun.

The laboratory must have a formal, written system

description, measurement control, or quality control

document that addresses the following accreditation

requirements:

(1) Tests must be performed according to nationally recognized (FGIS) specifications.

(2) Documented and recognized test procedures (FGIS), and appropriate test equipment must be used.

Laboratory staff will typically have specialized

professional training, and experience in Grain

Moisture Testing that is very different from

laboratory metrology. No formal training program

is in place at NIST at this time and qualifications

have not been established. However, staff will be

subject to competency testing.

As part of the competency testing, the laboratory

must participate in official round robin

measurements (FGIS, NIST) to verify acceptable

and consistent test results.

Proposed Petroleum Quality Laboratory

Program and Accreditation Requirements

The objectives of developing a petroleum quahty

accreditation program are to promote uniformity in petroleum quality testing and provide a

accreditation program for State (government)

Petroleum Quality laboratories.

General requirements for Petroleum Quality

Laboratories will be developed by consensus between participants from State government

agencies, the petroleum industry, the National

Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM),

the American Society for Testing and Materials

(ASTM), and the NIST Office of Weights and

Measures recommendations. It will follow the same

accreditation/authorization steps as the

accreditation of State weights and measures

laboratories and the authorization of Participating

Laboratories for type evaluation of devices, as those

described in NBS Handbook 143.

There will be three general requirements for accreditation of State petroleum quality

laboratories:

(1) The laboratory must be organized and

staffed in such a way as to ensure efficient execution of its responsibihties.

(2) The laboratory must have an acceptable

facility, appropriate equipment and

standards and trained laboratory staff. The

laboratory facilities, equipment and

standards, and staff will be described in Handbook 143, Laboratory Program

Handbook, and evaluated in a

self-appraisal checklist (similar to that in Appendix C for weights and measures

laboratories). As with the other progrjmis,

accreditation is subject to a NIST or other

external evaluation.

(3) In addition to the recommended minimum

guidelines for faciUties, equipment and

standards, and staff, the laboratory must

have in place, and follow, an appropriate

Measurement Control or Quality Control

Program.

A formal and written system description,

measurement control, or quality control document

must be in place that addresses the following

accreditation requirements:

(1) Tests must be performed according to nationally recognized (ASTM, API, EPA)

specifications.

(2) Documented and recognized test procedures (usually ASTM petroleum test methods), and appropriate test equipment

must be used.

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Laboratory staff will typically have professional

training, education, and experience in Petroleum

Quality Testing, that is very different from

laboratory metrology. No formal training programs

are in place at NIST at this time and qualifications

have not been established. However, imder this program, staff will be subject to competency testing.

As part of the competency testing, the laboratory

must pju-ticipate in official round robin

measurements (ASTM or regionzd) to verify

acceptable and consistent test results. Summary

In order to be accredited in a particular

measurement area, a State must have a tredned

metrologist and an adequate facility, and must

demonstrate on a continuing basis that it is capable

of providing vaUd measurements. Accreditation by

NIST indicates that the laboratory is capable of

providing a measurement service, but each State must verify its own measurement traceability.

The directory of laboratories in Part II summzu-izes

the accredited areas of measurement that each State

is qualified to perform and provides detailed

information to assist industry and government

agencies in locating laboratories that provide needed

measurement services. The directory also includes

Ustings for some measurement areas for which

accreditation is not currently available.
(1) Northeastern Measurement Assurance Program (NEMAP)

(2) Southeastern Measurement Assurance Program (SEMAP)

(3) Western Regional Assurance Program (WRAP)

(4) Mid-America Measurement Assurance Program (MidMAP)

(5) Southwestern Assurance Program (SWAP)

(6) Caribbean Measurement Assurance Program (CaMAP)

Figure 1. Regional Measurement Management Programs (RMMPs, see p. 5).

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References

Oppermeinn, H. V., editor; Specifications, Tolerances, and Other Technical Requirements for Weighing

and Measuring Devices; NIST Himdbook 44, 1992.

NIST Handbook 105-1 (Revised 1990), Specifications and Tolerances for Reference Standards and Field

Standard Weights and Measures. 1. Specifications and Tolerances for Field Standard Weights (NIST

Class F).

ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) E 617-91, Standard Specification for Laboratory

Weights and Precision Mass Standards, ASTM, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

NBS Circular 547, Section 1, Precision Laboratory Standards of Mass and Laboratory Weights, 1954, out of print.

NBS Circular 3, Design and Test of Standards of Mass, out of print.

OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology), International Recommendation Numbers 1, 2, 20, 25, 47, 52.

NBS Handbook 105-2 (Revised 1971), Specifications and Tolerances for Reference Staindards and Field

Standard Weights and Measures. 2. Specifications and Tolerances for Field Standard Measuring Flask.

NBS Handbook 105-3 (Revised 1979), Specifications and Tolerjmces for Reference Standards and Field

Standard Weights and Measures. 3. Specifications and Tolerances for Graduated Neck Type Volumetric

Field Standards.

Oppermann, H. V., Taylor, J. K., State Weights and Measures Laboratories, Progrjun Handbook,

NBS/HB 143 (1985).

Taylor, J. K., Oppermann, H. V., Handbook for the Quality Assurance of Metrological Measurements,

NBS/HB 145 (1986).

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PART n - Laboratory Directory

Summary of Measurement Services and Programs

A table summarizing the available services is provided.

Alphabetical Index

The following information is given for each State or accredited laboratory (in alphabetical order):

(1) the accreditation period, if accredited by NIST;

(2) the laboratory staff member(s), address, and phone number;

(3) services available; and

(4) fees, if any, for services.

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Connecticut

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Columbia

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Dakota

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Pennsylvania

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Island

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Carolina

South

Dakota

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Texas

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Utah

Vermont Virginia Virgin

Islands

Washington

West

Virginia

Wisconsin Wyoming

USDA

FGIS
Alabama

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Jonn w. campoeii, Metroiogisi

Terry Snow, Metrologist

Division of Gins & Warehouses PC Box 3336 Montgomery, AL 36193 FAX: (205) 240-3135

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight ^ 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$45 per hour. Registered service agents and parent organization are exempt from fees.
Alabama

Grain Moisture Testing

Telenhone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Division of Agricultural Chemistry

Department of Agriculture & Industries PO Box 3336 Montgomery, AL 36109 0336

(205) 242-2639

Person responsible for program Lance Hester

Contact for additional information Vaughn Johnson

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Division of Gins & Warehouses PO Box 3336 Montgomery, AL 36109-0336

(205) 242-2639

Person responsible for program Aubrey C. Dismukes

Contact for additional information Larry Turberville, John Campbell

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP performance testing of vehicle, axle-load, livestock, and floor scales.
Alaska

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Darrel E. Cavender, Metrologist

Dept of Comm & Economic Dev

Measurement Standards 12050 Industry Way, Bldg "O" Anchorage, AK 99515

PO Box 111686 Anchorage, AK 99511

(907) 345-7750

FAX: (907) 345-2641 or (907) 345-6835

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks N

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Alaska

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

12050 Industry Way

Anchorage, AK 99515

(907) 345-7750

Person responsible for program Darrel E. Cavender

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition Watthour meter testing
Arizona

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Kelleen K. Moody, Metrologist

Louis Parker, Metrological Tech

Dept of Weights and Measures

9535 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85258-5539

(602) 451-1587

FAX: (602) 255-1950

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor ... $40 per hour. Minimum half-hour charge of $24.

Remarks:

The Arizona laboratory moved into a new facility during 1993.
Arizona

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

1951 West North Lane

Phoenix, AZ 85021

(602)255-5211

Person responsible for program John Hays

Contact for additional information Jim Webbert

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

1951 West North Lane

Phoenix, AX 85021

(602) 255-5211

Person responsible for program John Hays

Contact for additional information Kelleen K. Moody

Additional accreditation/recognition

*
Arkansas

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Billy W. Sullivant, Laboratory Supervisor

Charles Kirspel, Jr., Metrologist

Randall W. Bums, Metrologist & Grain

Arkansas Bureau of Standards 4608 West 61st St

Little Rock, AR 72209

(501) 324-9680

FAX: (501)562-7605

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

1 1 Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Arkansas

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Arkansas Bureau of Standards 4608 West 61st Street

Little Rock, AR 72209

(501) 324-9680

FAX: (501) 562-7605

Person responsible for program Billy W. Sullivant

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Arkansas Bureau of Standards 4608 West 61st Street

Little Rock, AR 72209

(501) 324-9680

FAX: (501)562-7605

Person responsible for program David O. Karlish

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition ASTM D-2, Chemist, CDL

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
California

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Joseph Rothleder, State Metrologist

Thomas S. Fletcher, Msmt Stds Specialist III

Walter Camozzi, Msmt Stds Specialist II

Division of Measurement Standards Dept of Food and Agriculture 8500 Fruitridge Rd

Sacramento, CA 95826

(916) 387^256

FAX: (916) 387^260

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

0: Service to parent organization only; F; Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

Labor... $60 per hour, for Metrology Laboratory only. For testing services beyond Metrology Laboratory, contact persons listed
California

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Division of Measurement Standards 8500 Fruitridge Road

Sacramento, CA 95826

(916) 387-4241

Person responsible for program Steve Cook

Contact for additional information Jim Tollefson

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP testing of: Scales and Weiehing Devices

Counter, portable, hanging, floor, crane, hopper, vehicle, axle-load, and livestock scales; automatic bulk weighing systems;

indicating and recording elements, mass flow meters, belt-conveyor scales Volume Measuring Devices

Retail motor-fuel dispensers; indicating and computing elements; vehicle-tank and wholesale meters; service station consoles; LPgas liquid meters

Linear Measuring Devices Taximeters Other

Electronic cash registers interfaced with either scales or retail motor-fuel dispensers

Commercial Measuring Device Testing (non-NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Division of Measurement Standards 8500 Fruitridge Road

Sacramento, CA 95826

(916) 387-4241

Person responsible for program Dennis Johannes

Contact for additional information Jim Tollefson

Additional accreditation/recognition

Meters

petroleum (retail, vehicle, and wholesale), watthour, cordage, wire, taxi, water, vapor, liquid, liquefied gas, cryogenic gas

Scales computing, crane, platform, hopper, tank, livestock, prescription, jeweler, railway track, vehicle Other

timers, vapor recovery systems, weighing systems
California

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Division of Measurement Standards 8500 Fruitridge Road

Sacramento, CA 95826

(916) 387-4241

Person responsible for program Dennis Johannes

Contact for additional information Walter Camozzi

Additional accreditation/recognition Participation in round robin experiments

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Division of Measurement Standards 8500 Fruitridge Road

Sacramento, CA 95826

(916) 387-4248

Person responsible for program Floyd Worcester

Contact for additional information Al Hebert

Additional accreditation/recognition Round robins. Pacific Coast Sample Exchange Program

Radiation Instrument Calibration

Address Telephone Number

Office of Emergency Services 2800 Meadowview Road

Sacramento, CA 95832

(916) 262-1735

Person responsible for program John Anderson

Contact for additional information Detmar Schroeder

Additional accreditation/recognition Accreditation by the Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors and participates in proficiency tests conducted by MIST.

Colorado

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Jerry S. Wagner, Chief Metrologist

William L. Young, Metrologist

Colorado Dept of Agriculture

Inspection and Consumer Services Measurement Standards Metrology Laboratory

3125 Wyandot St Denver, CO 80211-3824

(303) 866-2845

FAX: (303) 480-9236

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X; No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks F

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$20 per hour.

Remarks:

Laboratory has been involved with the development of procedures to evaluate laser radar guns and the development of procedures for

testing tuning forks.
Colorado

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Colorado Department of Agriculture Measurement Standards Section 3125 Wyandot Street Denver, CO 80211-3824

(303) 866-2845

Person responsible for program William L. Young

Contact for additional information Richard K. Miller

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

Oil Inspection Section 1001 East 62nd Ave, Bldg 1 Denver, CO 80216-1140

(303) 289-5643

Person responsible for program Richard D. Piper

Contact for additional information Helen Lois Struck

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Colorado Department of Agriculture Measurement Standards Section 3125 Wyandot Street Denver, CO 80211-3824

(303) 866-2845

Person responsible for program Jerry S. Wagner

Contact for additional information William L. Young

Additional accreditation/recognition
Connecticut

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Michael J. Dynia, Metrologist

Weights and Measures Division Dept of Consumer Protection

State Office Bldg Room G15

Hartford, CI 06106

(203) 566-5230 Office, Rm G-31A

(203) 566-4778 Lab, Rm G-15

FAX: (203)566-7630

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <. 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

Labor...$75 per hour. Minimum charge $75. Certificate of Traceability: per weight kit No fees charged pursuant to CT General Statutes, Section 43-50.

Tolerance testing rates: 50 lb (25 kg) to 1000 lb (500 kg) $25 each

2 lb ( 1 kg) to 50 lb ( 20 kg) $13 each

less than 2 lb (1 kg) $7.00 each

10 to 32 lb weight kits (< 26 pieces) $95 per kit Other weight kits (< 16 pieces) $70 per kit

Remarks:

Laboratory tests clinical thermometers.
Connecticut

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Department of Agriculture

Rm 287, 165 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

(203) 566-5268

Person responsible for program Al VanDyke

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition specific testing of com moisture

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Department of Consumer Protection Rm G-17, 165 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

(203) 566-5230

(203) 5664778

Person responsible for program Allan M. Nelson

Contact for additional information Raymond Kalentkowski

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Delaware

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff 1 Address 1 Telephone Number

David L. Baird, Metrologist (302) 739-4811 X232

DE Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Section FAX: (302) 697-6287 2320 S DuPont Hwy

Dover, DE 19901-5515

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged

Remarks:

Delaware moved into a new laboratory January 1990, and uses an environmental chamber for precision mass measurements.
Delaware

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Delaware Department of Agriculture 2320 S DuPont Hwy

Dover, DE 19901-5515

(302) 739-4811 x232

Person responsible for program David L. Baird

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Motor Fuel Tax Administration PC Drawer E

Dover, DE 19903-1555

(302) 739-4538

FAX: (302) 739-6299

Person responsible for program Dale A. Shuirman

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition work being done by the State of Maryland

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
District of Columbia

Not currently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

vacant, Chief/Metrologist

Jeffrey X. Mason, Inspector

Leon Weston, Inspector

Weights, Measures, & Markets Branch

614 "H" St NW

Washington, DC 20001

1110 "U" St SE

Wash, DC 20020

(202) 767-7923

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb X Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal X Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

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Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$15 per hour.
District of Columbia

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Florida

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Michael D. Cook, Senior Metrologist

Bany E. Smith, Senior Metrologist

Paul Gentry, Metrologist

Charles E. Barnes, Lab Technician II

Carlos D'Arcy, Metrologist, Fort Laud.

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services 3125 Conner Blvd. Bldg 2

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650

(904) 488-9295

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight :£ 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee*; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry N

Fees

No fees are charged.

• Fees have been proposed for late 1993 or early 1994. This will depend on legislative approval.

Remarks:

Laboratory also tests stopwatches.
Florida

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Weights and Measures Laboratory

BIdg #2 3125 Conner Blvd

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650

(904) 488-9295

Person responsible for program Barry E. Smith

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Petroleum Inspection

Bldg #1 3125 Conner Blvd

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650

(904) 488-9740

Person responsible for program Eric Hamilton

Contact for additional information Eric Hamilton

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Georgia

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Martin T. Coile, State Metrologist

Brenda J. Whitener, Asst State Metrologist

Festus Edoimioya, Metrologist II

Valentino Bradford, Metrologist I

Carla Pesce, Metrologist I

Weights and Measures Lab

16 Forest Pkwy

Forest Park, GA 30050

(404) 363-7685 X88

FAX: (404) 363-7694

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry O

Fees

Calibration and tests are prorated at $25.00 per hour. Price quotes on request.

Remarks:

The Georgia laboratory maintains computerized control charts for all weights used in mass calibrations as part of the measurement control program, and has independent laboratory rooms, balances, and standards for calibration and tolerance testing of mass.
Georgia

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Weights and Measures Laboratoiy

16 Forest Pkwy

Forest Park, GA 30050

(404) 363-7685

Person responsible for program Martin T. Coile

Contact for additional information Brenda J. Whitener

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

State Fuel Oil Laboratory

5235 Kennedy Rd

Forest Park, GA 30050

(404) 363-7597

Person responsible for program Curtis Williams

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Hawaii

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Lester Yazawa, Chief Metrologist

Donna Kadooka, Metrologist HI Dept of Agriculture

Msmt Standards Division 725 Halo St Honolulu, HI 96813-S524

(808) 586-0886

FAX: (808) 586-0889

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <, 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometiy X

Fees

Fees are established by rule and vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested. Service repair agencies

registered with the state are exempt from fees.
Hawaii

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Measurement Standards Division 725 Halo St Honolulu, HI 96813

(808) 586-0882

Person responsible for program Lester Yazawa

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Idaho

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Tom W. Schafer, Metrologist

Dept of Agriculture Bureau of Weights and Measures

2216 Kellogg Lane

Boise, ID 83712

(208) 334-2345

FAX: (208) 334-2170

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight ^ 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb up to 2500 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged for customers within the state of Idaho.
Idaho

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Illinois

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Stephen E. McGuire, Metrologist

Mike Rockford, Metrologist Associate

IL Dept of Agriculture

Division of Consumer Services Bureau of Weights and Measures

Standards Laboratories

State Fairgrounds, Box 19281

Springfield, IL 62794-9281

(217) 785-8480 or 8530

FAX: (217) 524-6194

Toll-Free (Illinois) 1-800-582-0468

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$25 per hour, tolerance testing.

$40 per hour for calibrations in mass, length, and volume.

Remarks:

The Illinois laboratory has a documented Quality Assurance Program to assure compliance with Mil-Std-45662A audits, and maintains ongoing control charts for all calibrations.
Illinois

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

IL Dept of Agriculture

Division of Consumer Services Bureau of Weights and Measures

State Fairgrounds, Box 19281

Springfield, IL 62794-9281

(217) 785-8482

Person responsible for program Ron Berg

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

IL Dept of Agriculture

Division of Consumer Services Bureau of Weights and Measures

State Fairgrounds, Box 19281

Springfield, IL 62794-9281

(217) 785-8213

Person responsible for program Rich Philmon

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

IL Dept of Agriculture

Division of Consumer Services Bureau of Weights and Measures

State Fairgrounds, Box 19281

Springfield, IL 62794-9281

(217) 782-3817

Person responsible for program Jerry Robertson

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition Egg Inspection Program
Indiana

Accreditation Period: 1993-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Peter W. Boykin, Metrologist

Jeny Clingaman, Asst. Metrologist

Indiana State Board of Health

Division of Weights and Measures

1330 W Michigan St Indianapolis, IN 46206

(317) 633-0350 (Office)

(317) 633-0789 (Lab)

FAX: (317) 633-0776

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Indiana

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Commission on Agriculture (317) 232-1356

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Indiana State Board of Health

Division of Weights and Measures

1330 W Michigan St Indianapolis, IN 46206

(317) 633-0350

Person responsible for program Sharon Rhoades

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition contracting tests

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Iowa

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Robert E. HoUis, Metrologist

Thomas Mathews, Laboratory Asst 3 lA Dept of AgricultureWeights and Measures Division Henry Wallace Bldg Des Moines, lA 50319

(515) 281-5716

(515) 281-5861

FAX: (515) 281-6800

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small ^ 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Mass calibration, reflned fuel and LPG prover calibration $10 per hour, one hour minimum charge.

Tolerance testing mass: < 5 lb: $2; 5 lb < W < 50 lb: $5; 50 lb < W < 100 lb: $8; 100 lb < W < 500 lb: $10; 500 lb < W < 1000: $15 1000 lb < W < 2500 lb: $25; Weight kits with 10 or more weights: $30 per kit.

Volume measures: Laboratory glassware: $10; Metal, 1 gal - 5 gal: $10; Metal, 5 gal - 10 gal: $15; Metal, 10 gal - 20 gal: $20.

Linear measures: Rigid rulers: $20; Steel and Fabric measuring tapes: $.10/ft for first 10 feet, $.50/ft for each 10 ft interval thereafter.
Iowa

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

lA Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Division Henry Wallace Bldg Des Moines, lA 50319

(515) 281-5716

(515) 281-5861

Person responsible for program Jerry L. Bane, Bureau Chief

Contact for additional information Thomas Matthews, Laboratory Asst 3

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

lA Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Division Henry Wallace Bldg Des Moines, lA 50319

(515) 281-5716

(515) 281-5861

Person responsible for program Jerry L. Bane, Bureau Chief

Contact for additional information Robert E. Hollis, Metrologist

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

lA Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Division Henry Wallace Bldg Des Moines, lA 50319

(515) 281-5716

(515) 281-5861

Person responsible for program Jerry L. Bane, Bureau Chief

Contact for additional information Robert E. Hollis, Metrologist

Additional accreditation/recognition
Kansas

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Karl A. Herken, State Metrologist

Carl W. Gile, Metrologist Kansas State Board of Agriculture

Division of Inspections

Weights and Measures Laboratory

2016 SW 37th St Topeka, KS 66611-2570

(913) 267-0278

FAX (913) 296-0673

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$30 per hour. 1/2 hour minimum.

Remarks:

The Kansas laboratory maintains computerized control charts for all weights used in mass calibrations as part of the measurement control program, offers control chart formulation and evaluation consulting, as well as QA program assistance to their customers. The laboratory

also offers twine testing with a Scotts Tester.
Kansas

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Kansas Grain Inspection 700 Jackson, Suite 800 Box 1918 Topeka, KS 66601

(913) 296-3451

Person responsible for program Gary Bothwell

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Kansas Weights and Measures

2016 SW 37th St Topeka, KS 66611-2570

(913) 267-4641

Person responsible for program DeVem H. Phillips

Contact for additional information Lewis J. Hutfles

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Kansas Weights and Measures

2016 SW 37th St Topeka, KS 66611-2570

(913) 267-4641

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition MIST Authorized Participating Laboratory

NTEP performance testing of vehicle, axle-load, livestock, and floor scales.
Kentucky

Accreditation Period: 1993-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Randall Wise, Metrologist

Leslie Hageman, Agricultural Laboratory

Technician

Division of Weights and Measures

106 W 2nd St Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 564^870

FAX: (502) 564-5669

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Kentucky

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Division of Weights and Measures

106 W 2nd St Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 564^870

Person responsible for program Randall Wise

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Los Angeles County

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

William D. Moore, Metrologist

Emil Hazarian, Metrologist

Herb Lehman

K. C. Chow

Metrology Laboratory

11012 Garfield Ave

South Gate, CA 90280-7598

(310) 940-8931

FAX: (310) 861-0278

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No certification, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes O

Rigid Rules O

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

$45.87 per hour, subject to change

Remarks:

The Los Angeles County laboratory has participated in the NIST Mass MAP program since 1972.

Other Tests:

None

Louisiana

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Pat Chaney, Metrologist

Carl Decker, Metrology Technician LA Dept of Agriculture and Forestry Metrology Laboratory

PO Box 3098 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3098

Shipping: 5825 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70806

(504) 925-3780 Office

(504) 922-1380 Lab

FAX: (504) 922-1289

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor... Length and Volume: $25 per hour. Minimum one hour charge.

Mass - Tolerance Testing: W ^ 10 lb: $2; W < 100 lb: $5; W < 1000 lb: $25; W > 1000 lb: $50;

Mass - Calibration: W < 3 kg: $25; W < 30 kg: $50; W > 30 kg: $75

Remarks:

Louisiana moved into a new laboratory in 1989.
Louisiana

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAII ARI P

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Maine

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Stanley K. Millay, Metrology Supervisor

Danny Newcombe, Metrologist

ME Dept of Agriculture

Division of Regulations

Station 28 Augusta, ME 04333

(207) 287-3841

FAX: (207) 287-7161

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware

Large > 500 gal F \

O: Service to parent organization only; Length Steel Tapes F

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; Rigid Rules F

X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability. Frequency Tuning Forks F

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$40 per hour.

Remarks:

Maine has an indoor, drive-through, truck compartment volume calibration facility. Maine also provides tolerance testing of stopwatches and calibration of Sardine Carrier holds.
Maine

Grain Moisture Testing

AQuress leiepnone JNumoer

MP OpTit nf Aprimltiirf* Division of Regulations

Station 28 Augusta, ME 04333

(2QT\ 289-7SS0

Person responsible for program Reginal Andrews

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

ME Dept of Agriculture

Division of Regulations

Station 28 Augusta, ME 04333

(207) 289-3841

Person responsible for program Stanley K. Millay

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Maryland

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Charies R. Stockman, Lab Program Manager

Steve Barry, Metrology Technician

Victor P. DeLibera, Metrology Technician

Gloria Diane Lee/London, Metrology

Technician

MD Dept of Agriculture 50 Harry S Truman Fkwy

Annapolis, MD 21401

(410) 841-5790

FAX: (410) 841-2765

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb (up to 20,000 lb) F Weight > 3 kg (up to 20,000 lb) F

Volume Small ^ 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

Labor...$45 per hour. Contact laboratory for additional capabilities and fee schedule.

Refuifeishing of measures/standards is available. Contact laboratory for specifics.

Remarks:

Maryland moved into a new laboratory in August, 1990. Laboratory tests stopwatches and also dial gauges which are used to test polyeth>dene sheeting, glassware used for Babcock tests of milk, vapor meters, and slow-flow meters.
Maryland

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

MD Dept of Agriculture 50 Harry S Truman Pkwy

Annapolis, MD 21401

(410) 841-5790

Person responsible for program Gloria Diane Lee/London

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

State of Maryland Motor Fuel Testing Laboratory

7101 Jessup Rd

Jessup, MD 20794

(410) 799-7777

(410) 974-3126

Person responsible for program Robert Crawford

Contact for additional information Stephen Taylor, Michael Jordan

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

MD Dept of Agriculture 50 Harry S Truman Pkwy

Annapolis, MD 21401

(410) 841-5790

Person responsible for program Constantine V. Cotsoradis

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP testing of commercial scales and weighing devices, liquid measuring devices, and cash registers interfaced with scales.
Massachusetts

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Donald W. Smith, Metrologist

MA Division of Standards One Ashburton Place Boston, MA 02108

(617) 727-5698

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Sendee to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor.. .S35 per hour. Tolerance testing. Class F, $4 each weight, $2 adjustment fee.
Massachusetts

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Division of Standards One Ashburton Place Boston, MA 02108

(617) 727-3480

Person responsible for program Charles H. Carroll

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Michigan

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Harold Birgy, Metrologist/Weights and Measures Specialist

Ronald Balaze, Metrologist

MI Dept of Agriculture

Food Division Ottawa Bldg, 4th Fl PO Box 30017

Lansing, MI 48909

(517) 373-1060 (Office)

(517) 373-9897 (Lab)

FAX: (517) 373-3333

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <. 1000 lb F Mass Weight S 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb up to 5000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$55 per hour.

Remarks:

The Michigan laboratory has a 25-gallon slicker plate volume standard for precision volume calibration.
Michigan

Grain Moisture Testing

Auuress leiepnone JNumDer

Food Division Michigan Department of Agriculture

PO Box 30017

Lansing, MI 48909

(pli) J/3-lUoU

Person responsible for program M. J. Mosier

Contact for additional information E. C. Heffron

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Food Division Michigan Department of Agriculture

PO Box 30017

Lansing, MI 48909

(517) 373-1060

Person responsible for program Celeste Bennett

Contact for additional information E. C. Heffron

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

320 S. Walnut

Lansing, MI 48909

(517) 373-9897

Person responsible for program Harold Birgy

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Minnesota

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff 1 Address Telephone Number

David Dikken, Metrologist

Bruce A. Adams, Metrologist

Dept of Public Service Division of Weights and Measures

2277 Hwy 36

St. Paul, MN 55113

(612) 639-4010

FAX: (612) 639-4014

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

Labor...$75 per hour.

Remarks:

Minnesota metrologists have received NIST Mass MAP training, and calibration of precision weights is performed using weighing designs and data are reduced with NIST Mass Code computer software.
Minnesota

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Minnesota Department of Public Service Weights and Measures Division 2277 Hwy 36

St. Paul, MN 55113

(612) 639^010

Person responsible for program Michael Blacik

Contact for additional information Richard Johnson

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

2277 Hwy 36

St. Paul, MN 55113

(612) 639^010

Person responsible for program Bruce A. Adams

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition Railroad Test Car calibration at Minnesota Master Track

Scale.

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Mississippi

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Kelvin Boone, Metrologist

Lionel Wilson PC Box 1200 Alcorn State University

Lorman, MS 39096

(601) 877- 3802

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Mississippi

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Moisture Meter Testing Laboratory

Delta State University

PO Box 3323 Qeveland, MS 38733

(601) 843-1078

(601) 354-7077

Person responsible for program Janice Proctor

Contact for additional information William Eldridge

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce

Petroleum Testing Divsion PO Box 1609

Jackson, MS 39215-1609

(601) 354-6202

Person responsible for program Tommy Harrell

Contact for additional information Connie Braswell

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Missouri

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Robert D. Wittenberger, Laboratory Program

Supervisor, Metrologist Mailing: MO Dept of Agriculture

PO Box 630

Jefferson City, MO 65102

Shipping: 1616 Missouri Blvd

Jefferson City, MO 65109

(314) 751-3440

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards o

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware 0

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes o

Rigid Rules o

Frequency Tuning Forks O

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$25 per hour, tolerance testing; $35 per hour, calibration. One hour minimum charge, time over one hour rounded to the nearest hour.

Remarks:

Missouri moved into a new laboratory in 1986.
Missouri

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

1616 Missouri Blvd

Jefferson City, MO 65109

(314) 751-3440

Person responsible for program Robert D. Wittenberger

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

1620 Missouri Blvd

Jefferson City, MO 65109

(314) 751-2922

Person responsible for program Ronald G. Hayes

Contact for additional information Carolyn Kempker

Additional accreditation/recognition ASTM

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Montana

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Dan Nisbet, Metrologist Bureau of Weights and Measures

1424 E 9th Ave

Helena, MT 59620-0423

(406) 449-2582

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$20 per hour.

Remarks:

Laboratory is not operated on a full-time basis.
Montana

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

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Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Nebraska

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Gaiy Kliment, Metrologist

Division of Weights and Measures PC Box 94757

Lincoln, NE 68509 NE Standards Ub, 3705 S 14th St

Lincoln, NE 68502

(402) 471-4292 Office

FAX: (402) 471-3252 Office

(402) 479^171 Lab

FAX: (402)471-0091 Lab

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$23 per hour. Plus materials, and time spent cleaning

Mass: Class F: Other Sets: Length and Volume: Number of weights flasks: < gill: $6.50; gill - pint: $9; quart: $10.50; 1-14 $24 $30 1/2 gal: $13.50; gallon: $16.00; < 5 gallon: $12; 5-25

15 -25 32 50 gallon: $25; 25-100 gallon: $35. 26 - 38 48 70 > 38 $1 each additional weight tapes: 3 ft - 100 ft: $1 per interval. < 1/4 oz $23/hour; 1/4 oz < W < 5 lb: $5; 5 < 50 lb: $8; 50 < 1000: $12.
Nebraska

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Nebraska Public Service Commission

PO Box 94927

Lincoln, NE 68509^927

Person responsible for program John Fecht/Don Kendle

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Nevada

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Steve Grabski, Metrologist

NV Dept of Agriculture

PC Box 11100 Reno, NV 89510-1100

Shipping: 2150 Frazer Ave

Sparks, NV 89431

(702) 688-1166

FAX: (702) 688-1178

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$20 per hour, plus parts and shipping costs.
Nevada

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Historical Information: Was available years ago and

performed by the Dept of Agriculture Seed Analyst.

PO Box 11100 Reno, NV 89510-1100

(702) 688-1180

Person to contact for additional information Randy Bradley, Seed Analyst

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

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Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

PO Box 11100, 350 Capitol Hill St Reno, NV 89510-1100

(702) 688-1180

Person responsible for program Robert Gronowski, Plant Industry Director

Contact for additional information Debbie Furrie, Petroleum Chemist

Additional accreditation/recognition j |

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

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New Hampshire

Not Cxirrently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Michael F. Grenier, Director/Metrologist

NH Department of Agriculture

Caller Box 2042

10 Ferry St Concord, NH 03301-2042

(603) 271-3709

FAX: (603) 271-1109

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb X Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal X Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$40 per hour.

Glass flasks: $15; V ^ 5-gaI: $20; 5 gal < V < 25 gal: $20; 25 gal < V :£ 150 gal: $125; Compartment calibrations: 1st 100 gal: $40; Each addl 100 gal $1.50

Qass F Test weights, meeting specifications and tolerances contained in NIST Handbook 105-1: 30 lb weight kit: $45; 5, 10, 25, 50 lb weights: $10 each W < 500 lb: $10 each; W > 500 lb: $25 each;

Length: Rigid rules: $10; Steel tapes < 50 feet: $15; 50 ft < L < 100 ft: $25 each
New Hampshire

Grain Moisture Testing

Auaress leiepnone jNuniDer

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

10 Ferry St Concord, NH 03301-2042

(603) 271-3709

Person responsible for program Michael F. Grenier

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition Testing of Wheel Load Weighers

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New Jersey

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Pasquale D'Errico, Inspector I

Walter L. Smith, Inspector n

Office of Weights and Measures

1261 US Rte 1 and 9 South

Avenel, NJ 07001

(908) 815-4840

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight ^ 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small ^ 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks N

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometiy X

Fees

No fees are charged.

Remarks:

New Jersey moved into a new laboratory in 1988. comparator table.

Laboratory tests stopwatches, and also provides linear measurements using a special
New Jersey

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition |

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Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
New Mexico

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Richard F. Schulmeister, Metrologist

Phyllis Cunningham, Asst. Metrologist

NM Dept of Agriculture Standards and Consumer Services PO Box 30005 Dept 3170 Las Cruces, NM 88003-0005

(505) 646-1616

FAX: (505) 646-3303

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks F

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$28 per hour. Minimum 1/2 hour charge.
New Mexico

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAII ARI F

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

PC Box 30005, Dept 3170 Comer of Gregg and Espina Las Cruces, NM 88003-0005

(505) 646-1616

FAX: (505) 646-3303

Person responsible for program Gary West

Contact for additional information Floyd Highfill

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
New York

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

William Fishman, Metrologist

Ed Szesnat, Metrologist

Bureau of Weights and Measures

Bldg 7A State Campus

Albany, NY 12235

(518) 457-3146

FAX: (518) 457-4780

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb up to 3000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

Labor...Special Tests: $75 per hour.

Fees vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested. Contact laboratory directly for specific fee information.

Remarks:

The New York laboratory also tests stopwatches and taximeters.
New York

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

MOT AVAII ARI F

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Bureau of Weights and Measures

I Winners Circle Albany, NY 12235

(518) 457-3146

Person responsible for program John J. Bartfai

Contact for additional information Ross J. Andersen

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Bureau of Weights and Measures

Bldg 7-A, State Campus

Albany, NY 12235

(518) 457-3452

Person responsible for program John J. Bartfai

Contact for additional information Ross J. Andersen, William Fishman, Ed Szesnat

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP testing of scales, other weighing systems, and electronic cash registers interfaced with scales.
North Carolina

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

L. F. Eason, Standards Laboratory Manager

Sherry Teachez, Metrologist II

Sharon Denning, Metrologist I

two vacant Metrologist I positions

Cheryl Tew, Grain Moisture Program Supervisor

NC Dept of Agriculture/Dept SD

Standards Laboratory, PC Box 27647

Raleigh, NC 27611

Shipping: 4040 District Drive,

Raleigh, NC 27607

(919) 733^11

FAX: (919) 733-3313 (office)

FAX: (919) 733-8804 (lab)

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small ^ 25 gal •F Volume Metal Standards •F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal •F Small Glassware F

F

Large > 500 gal *F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry F

Fees

* Fees are not charged for work related to petroleum measurements if devices are used within North Carolina. This part of the program is funded by other fees. Fees are established pursuant to Section 1, Article 1 of Chapter 81A of the General Statutes and vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested. Contact the laboratory directly for fee information.

Remarks:

North Carolina moved into a new laboratory in 1985 and has an additional large volume calibration facility in Wilmington, NC.
North Carolina

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NC Dept of Agriculture Standards Laboratory

PO Box 27647

Raleigh, NC 27611

(919) 733-4411

FAX: (919)-733-8804

Person responsible for program Cheryl Tew

Contact for additional information L. F. Eason

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NC Dept of Agriculture Motor Fuels Laboratory

PO Box 27647

Raleigh, NC 27611

(919) 733-3246

FAX: (919) 733-2928

Person responsible for program Duane Scott

Contact for additional information Winston Sutton

Additional accreditation/recognition National Regional Exchange Program, ASTTM Member

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

NC Dept of Agriculture Standards Division PO Box 27647

Raleigh, NC 27611

(919) 733-3313

FAX: (919) 715-0524

Person responsible for program N. David Smith

Contact for additional information Ronald Murdock

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP testing of field performance evaluations on liquid measuring devices.
North Dakota

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Alan Moch, Director

Mike Pinagel, Metrologist

Public Service Commission

Testing and Safety Division

State Capitol

Bismarck, ND 58505

(701) 224-2400

FAX: (701)224-2410

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight S 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$7.50 per quarter hour, per person.
North Dakota

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Health and Consolidated laboratories PO Box 937

Bismarck, ND 58502-0937

(701) 221-6149

Person responsible for program Peri Dura

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Ohio

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Ken Johnson, Metrologist

Jim Truex, Inspection Manager

OH Dept of Agriculture

Division of Weights and Measures

8995 E Main St/ Bldg 5 Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

(614) 866-6361

FAX: (614) 866^174

Services Available

Tolerance Testing 1 Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards 1 F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Fees are established pursuant to Section 901.43 of the Ohio Revised Code and vary according to type of artifact and type of

service requested. Contact the laboratory directly for fee information.
Ohio

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

OH Department of Agriculture

Division of Weights and Measures

8995 E Main St/Bldg 5 Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

(614) 866-6361

Person responsible for program Jim Truex

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP testing of commercial scales, other weighing devices and electronic cash registers interfaced with scales. Performance

testing of retail motor fuel dispensers.
Oklahoma

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Ken L. Fraley, Metrologist

Richaid Gonzales, Sr Laboiatoiy Technician Bureau of Standards Laboratory Division 2800 N Lincoln Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73105

(405) 521-3864 X370

FAX: (405)521^912

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$25 per hour for special tests not listed in the fee schedule. Fees vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested. Contact laboratory directly for specific fee information.

Remarks:

Oklahoma moved into a new laboratory in 1986. The laboratory has sophisticated computer software for control charts and data analysis.
Oklahoma

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

Bureau of Standards 2800 N Lincoln OkJahoma City, OK 73105

(405) 521-3864 X370

Person responsible for program Ken Fraley

Contact for additional information Richard Gonzales

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Oklahoma Corporation Commission

Fuel Inspection Division 130 NE 23rd ST

Oklahoma City, OK 73105

(405) 521-2487

Person responsible for program Ron Hamilton

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Oregon

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address 1 Telephone Number

James F. Qifford, Metrologist

OR Dept of Agriculture

Msmt Standards Division 635 Capitol St NE

Salem, OR 97310-0110

(503) 378-5504

FAX: (503) 378-6525

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg P

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small <. 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$50 per hour with 1/4 hr minimum.
Oregon

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Measurement Standards Division Oregon Department of Agriculture 635 Capitol St NE

Salem, OR 97310-0110

(503) 373-0964

Person responsible for program Ken Simila

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

Oregon Department of Agriculture Measurement Standards Division 635 Capitol St NE

Salem, OR 97310-0110

(503) 378-3792

Person responsible for program George Shefcheck

Contact for additional information James F. Clifford

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Laboratory

NTEP field performance evaluations on vehicle, axle-load, livestock and floor scales.
Pennsylvania

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

John E. Rsher, Lab Division Chief

G. Edward Carpenter, Metrologist

Peter Millvan, Metrologist

Dept of General Services 2221 Forster St Room G-28

Harrisburg, PA 17125

Metrology Laboratory

B 124 Transportation and Safety Bldg

Commonwealth Ave & North St Harrisburg, PA 17120

(717) 787-6426

FAX: (717) 783-6241

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small ^ 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Pennsylvania

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

NONE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Puerto Rico

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Edmundo Rosario-Fred, Technician Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Dept of Consumer Affairs PC Box 41059

Minillas Station Santurce, Puerto Rico 00940

Weights and Measures Laboratory

722 Hoare St Santurce, PR 00908

(809) 724-5153

FAX: (809) 726-6570

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Fees are established in accordance with the Law of Weights and Measures of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico jointly with the Organic Law of the Department of Consumer Affairs. Fees vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested.

Remarks:

Laboratory also tests density hydrometers used to test sugars, refractometers, and polarimeters.
Puerto Rico

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Department of Consumer Affairs 722 Hoare St Santurce, PR 00908

(809) 724-5153

Person responsible for program Heliodoro Lopez Torres

Contact for additional information Heliodoro Lopez Torres

Additional accreditation/recognition contract testing

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Rhode Island

Not Currently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Lynda Agresti Maurer, Supervising Metrologist

Dept of Labor

220 Elmwood Ave

Providence, RI 02907

(401) 457-1867

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <. 1000 lb X Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal X Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.

Remarks:

Laboratory is not operated on a full-time basis.
Rhode Island

1 Grain Moisture Testing

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Tax Administration One Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908-5800

(401) 277-3050

Person responsible for program Gary Clark

Contact for additional information Robert Geruso

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
South Carolina

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff 1 Address Telephone Number

John V. Pugh, Metrology Laboratory Dir

Billy Kennington, Metrologist

Dept of Agriculture/Cons Protection PC Box 11280 Columbia, SC 29211

Shipping: 237 Catawba St Columbia, SC 29201

(803) /3/-2U8U (ottice)

(803) 253-4052 (lab)

FAX: (803) 734-2192

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small <, 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes .

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
South Carolina

Grain Moisture Testing | Address Telephone Number

Columbia, SC 29211

Person responsible for program John V. Pugh

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

PC Box 11280 Columbia, SC 29211

(803) 737-2070

Person responsible for program Dr. Thomas W. Brooks

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
South Dakota

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

James Peskey, Sr. Retail Inspector

Leonard G. Bies, Sr. Inspector

Paul Merriman, Inspector

Division of Commercial Inspection and Regulation

Office of Weights and Measures

118 W Capitol

Pierre, SD 57501

(605) 773-3697

FAX: (605) 773-5825

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor.. .$20 per hour.

Remarks:

Laboratory is not operated on a full-time basis.
South Dakota

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

See laboratory address

Person responsible for program James Peskey, Sr. Retail Inspector

Contact for additional information Michael Kumm, Director

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Tennessee

Not Currently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Robert G. Williams, Supervisor

TN Dept of Agriculture

PO Box 40627 Melrose Station

Nashville, TN 37204

(615) 360-0159 Office

(615) 360-0158 Lab

FAX: (615) 360-0194

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb X Mass Weight S 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal X Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
Tennessee

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

TN Dept of Agriculture

Quality and Standards PO Box 40627

Nashville, TN 37204

(615) 360-0159

Person responsible for program Robert G. Williams, Standards Administrator

Contact for additional information Cathryn Pittman, Technologist

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

TN Dept of Agriculture

Quality and Standards Holeman BIdg, PO Box 40627

Nashville, TN 37204

(615) 360-0147

Person responsible for program Randy Jennings, Petroleum Administrator

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Texas

Accreditation Period: 1993-1995

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

James H. Eskew, Administrator of Metrology

Program

Patrick Forester, Metrologist

Rodger Brown, Metrologist

Randy Calcote, Metrologist, Lubbock

TX Dept of Agriculture

Metrology Laboratory

119 Cumberiand Rd

Austin, TX 78704

(512) 462-1441

FAX: (512) 475-1642

Lubbock Laboratory:

(806) 799-8555

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <. 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry

Fees

Mass, Tolerance Testing: W < 10 lb: $2; 10 < W < 500 lb: $5; 500 ^ W < 2500 lb: $10; W ^ 2500 lb: $20. Mass, Calibrations: W < 3 kg: $25 each; 3 kg < W < 30 kg: $50 each; W > 30 kg: $70 each.

Volume: V < 5 gal: $10; V > 5 gal: $10 plus $0.20 per gal over 5 gallons; glassware: $25 per increment.

Length: $25 per increment.

Remarks:

Texas has independent laboratory rooms, balances, and standards for calibration and tolerance testing of mass. Calibrations up to 2500 lb, and tolerance testing up to 5000 lb are possible.
Texas

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Utah

Accreditation Period: 1993-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Anthony De Arcose, Metrologist UT Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Division 350 N Redwood Rd

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

(801) 538-7153

FAX: (801)538-7126

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight :£ 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Contact laboratory for fee information.
Utah

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

(801) 392-2292

Person responsible for program C. Larry Warner

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address | Telephone Number

UT Department of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Division 350 N Redwood Rd

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

(801) 538-7154

Person responsible for program Monty Brown

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Vermont

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Raymond P. Cioffi, Metrologist/Weights and Measures Specialist Vermont Department of Agriculture Labs

103 S Main St Waterbury, VT 05671-0101

(802) 244^511 Lab

FAX: (802) 241-3008

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes O

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$25 per hour.

Syrup hydrometers: $1.25 Sap hydrometers and certificate: $3. Refractometers: $25 per hour.

Remarks:

Laboratory tests density hydrometers which are used in the syrup industry. Laboratory is not operated on a full-time basis. Wheel Load

Weighers also tested $25.00/hr.
Vermont

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Consumer Assurance Section VT Department of Agriculture Food and Markets

120 State St Montpelier, VT 05620-2901

(802) 828-2436

Person responsible for program Bruce Martell

Contact for additional information Ray Cioffi

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Vermont Department of Agriculture Labs

103 S Main St Waterbury, VT 05671-0101

(802) 244^510

Person responsible for program Bruce Martell

Contact for additional information Ray Cioffi

Additional accreditation/recognition Wheel Load Weigher Testing
Virginia

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Michael J. Kramer, Inspector

Milt Hargrave, Inspector II VA Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services PC Box 1163 Rm 403 Richmond, VA 23209

(804) 786-0479

FAX: (804)371-0351

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes N

Rigid Rules N

Frequency Tuning Forks N

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry N

Fees

No fees are charged.

Remarks:

Laboratory also tests Babcock dairy bottles and other associated glassware.
Virginia

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

VA Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services PO Box 1163 Richmond, VA 23209

(804) 786-3939

Person responsible for program W. Randy Sanford

Contact for additional information

1 Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

VA Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services PO Box 1163 Richmond, VA 23209

(804) 786-2476

Person responsible for program Supervisory Weights and Measures Staff

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Virgin Islands

Not Currently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Sandra Croft, Metrologist Consumer Service Division Golden Rock Shopping Center

Christiansted St VI 00820

(809) 773-2226 (St. Croix)

FAX: (809) 778-8250

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb X Mass Weight ^ 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb X Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small ^ 25 gal X Volume

1

: Metal Standards X 1

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Remarks:

Laboratory equipment and standards were destroyed by Hurricane Hugo in 1989.
Virgin Islands

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Washington

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

James H. Cammel, Metrologist, Inspector III

John W. Allen, Asst Metrologist

Dept of Agriculture

Weights and Measures Section PC Box 42560

Olympia, WA 98504-2560

(206) 753-5042 FAX: (206)586-7029

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small ^ 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only,

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Fees vary according to type of artifact and type of service requested. Contact laboratory directly for specific fee information.

Repairs, if necessary, will be made only with owner-approval at the rate of $25 per hour.
Washington

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

j

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
West Virginia

Not Currently Accredited

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Dannie Abshire, Inspector II

Dave Hopkins

WV Dept of Labor

Weights and Measures Division 570 MacCorkle Ave

St. Albans, WV 25117

(304) 722-0602

FAX; (304) 348-3797

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb N Mass Weight < 3 kg N

Weight > 1000 lb N Weight > 3 kg N

Volume Small < 25 gal N Volume Metal Standards N

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal N Small Glassware N

Large > 500 gal N

O: Service to parent organization only; Length Steel Tapes N

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; Rigid Rules N

X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability. Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

No fees are charged.
West Virginia

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Wisconsin

Accreditation Period: 1991-1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

James H. Akey, Metrologist

Alan Porter, Technical Supervisor

WI Dept of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection 4702 University Ave

Madison, WI 53705

PC Box 7883 Madison, WI 53707-7883

(608) 267-3510 Lab

FAX: (608) 266-1560

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg F

Weight > 1000 lb up to 2500 lb F Weight > 3 kg F

Volume Small < 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards F

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware F

Large > 500 gal F

O: Service to parent organization only; F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes F

Rigid Rules F

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$50 per hour. Minimum charge is 1/2 hour.

Verification of weights and measures used in enforcement work by State, county, and municipal governments is exempt from fees.

Mass, tolerance testing: 500 lb, 1,000 lb: $1230 each; all smaller weights $6.00 each. Weight sets (< 25 pes): $50. Adjusted

weights charged double fees.

Volume: glass flasks: $50.00; field test measures, 1 and 5 gal: $15.00; provers, 50 and 100 gal: $50.00. > 100 gal at hourly rate.

Remarks:

The Wisconsin laboratory also provides vapor meter testing with a bell jar prover.
Wisconsin

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

PO Box 7883 Madison, WI 53707-7883

(608) 267-3510

Person responsible for program James H. Akey

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations Petroleum Inspection 201 E Washington Ave

Madison, WI 53703

(608) 266-8076

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
Wyoming

Accreditation Period: 1993

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Victor Gerber, Metrologist

WY Dept of Agriculture 2219 Carey Ave

Cheyenne, WY 82002

1 1 i-odoo

FAX: (307) 777-6593

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight <, 1000 lb F Mass Weight ^ 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb F Weight > 3 kg X

Volume Small S 25 gal F Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal F Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal O

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks N

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Fees are fixed, prorated to $10/hr. Schedule is available.

Remarks:

Wyoming moved into a new laboratory facility in 1988.
Wyoming

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telenhone Number

NOT AVAILABLE

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Petroleum Quality Testing

Address Telephone Number

Chemistry and Bacteriological Laboratory

1174 Snowy Range Rd.

Laramie, WY 82070

(307) 742-2984

FAX: (307) 742-2156

Person responsible for program Ken Mcmillan, State Chemist

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition
USDA/FGIS

Accreditation Period: 1992-1994

Laboratory Staff Address Telephone Number

Paul Hadyka, Industrial Specialist

Willis Norrs, Industrial Specialist

Fied Anderson, Industrial Specialist

USLJA/hOIS

Room 1640-S PC Box 96454

1400 Independence Ave SW

Washington, DC 20090-6454

Master Scale Depot

5800 W. 69th St Chicago, IL 60638

(202) 720-0262 (DC)

FAX: (202) 720-1015

(708) 458-0655 (IL)

FAX: (708) 458-0749

Services Available

Tolerance Testing Calibration

Mass Weight < 1000 lb F Mass Weight < 3 kg X

Weight > 1000 lb up to 10,000 lb F Weight > 3 kg up to 10,000 lb F

Volume Small < 25 gal X Volume Metal Standards X

Intermediate 25 - 500 gal X Small Glassware X

Large > 500 gal X

O: Service to parent organization only;

F: Service available on a fee basis; N: Service available, no fee; X: No accreditation, contact laboratory for availability.

Length Steel Tapes X

Rigid Rules X

Frequency Tuning Forks X

Temperature Liquid in Glass Thermometry X

Fees

Labor...$41.90 per hour.

Remarks:

Tolerance testing of 50 lb test weights and mass standards from 500 lb to 10,000 lb is provided by at: USDA, FGIS, Master Scale Depot,

5800 W. 69th St, Chicago, IL 60638. Also calibration of 2,500 to 10,000 lb at Master Scale.
USDA/FGIS

Grain Moisture Testing

Address Telephone Number

USDA FGIS Standarduation QC Branch PO Box 20285 Kansas City, MO 64195

(816) 891-8070

(816) 374-6547

Person responsible for program James Rampton

Contact for additional information Ron Bicak

Additional accreditation/recognition

National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)

Address Telephone Number

USDA, FGIS Room 1640-S PO Box 96454 Washington, D.C. 20090-6454

(202) 720-0262

Person responsible for program Richard Pforr

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition NIST Authorized Participating Laboratory

NTEP testing of automatic bulk weighing systems, railway track scales, and grain moisture scales.

Additional Tests or Laboratory Functions

Address Telephone Number

Person responsible for program

Contact for additional information

Additional accreditation/recognition

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