1. How much sample is required?
The required amount of sample varies depending on the test(s) that we will conduct. Generally, we will provide a sample amount as part of our quote.
2. Do you have sample pick-up service?
We do not offer sample pick-up as part of analysis service packages. However, we can send a staff member to you if it is absolutely required.
3. Are sample containers available?
We do provide containers, labels, sampling instructions and shipping information at the clients request. Since we provide a wide range of testing services on many different materials, we will walk you through how best to package your sample during the quotation process.
4. How can I send hazardous material samples to you?
Samples may be hand carried to our facility or shipped by a cargo carrier. Carriers require that all hazardous samples MUST be accompanied by properly filled out Hazardous Cargo papers and labels. For further questions involving shipping of hazardous materials, please contact us or your preferred shipping company.
6. Do you have a Chain of Custody Form?
We provide all customers with an Analysis Request Form, which serves as both a chain of custody record and reference for analyses to be conducted. The Analysis Request Form should accompany all samples submitted for testing.
7. What methods of payments are accepted?
Typical payment terms are net 15 days. For your convenience, we accept cash, check, American Express, VISA, and MasterCard credit cards. Payment in advance may be required for testing of product claims made by new Lab/Cor Materials clients.
8. What is your typical turnaround time? Do you offer rush service?
Typical turnaround time for samples is 3-5 business days for routine procedures, once samples have been received. More complicated evaluations may cause this time to be extended depending on the nature and type of analysis requested. Rush service (less than 3 days) is available when it is required by clients, but it may result in additional charges. Be sure to discuss turnaround times with a Lab/Cor Materials representative during the quotation phase.
9. Are you Certified?
We are ISO 17025:2005 certified for a number of petroleum product tests. We are currently pursuing certification for CPSC testing methods and we plan to continuously expand the scope of our accreditation. Please visit our Certificates and Forms page of this website for a full list of accredited methods.
10. What procedures do you offer?
Lab/Cor Materials can provide a wide variety of methods. Please browse the Testing Services section of this website for our common methods. We pride ourselves in meeting all of our clients' testing needs, so let us know if you do not see your test on our common methods lists and we will do our best to accommodate you.
11. Do you perform standard methods?
Lab/Cor Materials utilizes various methodologies in its laboratory, including but not limited to ASTM, EPA, CPSC, NEMA and ISO. If you require a specific method for your analytical needs, please call and discuss this with us prior to submitting your sample. Otherwise, we will utilize the most appropriate, recognized method available to analyze your sample.
12. Do you provide discount pricing based on number of samples in frequency of testing?
We discount on a case-by-case basis, according to the number of samples and the number of tests per sample. This will be discussed at the time of the quote. However, our minimum charge per project is $100, so no discount will be given in cases where that discount would result in a charge below $100.
13. Can I have a copy of the procedure used to test my sample?
We can provide summaries of all our procedures and full text of selected procedures. However, many procedures are copyrighted by the respective technical association and they are not free for us to distribute. In those cases we can provide contact information for the specified assocation.
14. Do you take part in Quality Assurance Programs?
Yes, we participate in several quality assurance programs offered by ASTM or other agencies for our accredited and certified testing methods. All other methods are subject to in-house quality assurance tests as governed by our ISO 17025:2005-approved Quality Manual.
15. I have a question that isn't answered on this page. What do I do?
Give us a call at 206-508-1470, email us at info@labcormaterials.com, or fill out this form. We will be happy to help you!
The required amount of sample varies depending on the test(s) that we will conduct. Generally, we will provide a sample amount as part of our quote.
2. Do you have sample pick-up service?
We do not offer sample pick-up as part of analysis service packages. However, we can send a staff member to you if it is absolutely required.
3. Are sample containers available?
We do provide containers, labels, sampling instructions and shipping information at the clients request. Since we provide a wide range of testing services on many different materials, we will walk you through how best to package your sample during the quotation process.
4. How can I send hazardous material samples to you?
Samples may be hand carried to our facility or shipped by a cargo carrier. Carriers require that all hazardous samples MUST be accompanied by properly filled out Hazardous Cargo papers and labels. For further questions involving shipping of hazardous materials, please contact us or your preferred shipping company.
6. Do you have a Chain of Custody Form?
We provide all customers with an Analysis Request Form, which serves as both a chain of custody record and reference for analyses to be conducted. The Analysis Request Form should accompany all samples submitted for testing.
7. What methods of payments are accepted?
Typical payment terms are net 15 days. For your convenience, we accept cash, check, American Express, VISA, and MasterCard credit cards. Payment in advance may be required for testing of product claims made by new Lab/Cor Materials clients.
8. What is your typical turnaround time? Do you offer rush service?
Typical turnaround time for samples is 3-5 business days for routine procedures, once samples have been received. More complicated evaluations may cause this time to be extended depending on the nature and type of analysis requested. Rush service (less than 3 days) is available when it is required by clients, but it may result in additional charges. Be sure to discuss turnaround times with a Lab/Cor Materials representative during the quotation phase.
9. Are you Certified?
We are ISO 17025:2005 certified for a number of petroleum product tests. We are currently pursuing certification for CPSC testing methods and we plan to continuously expand the scope of our accreditation. Please visit our Certificates and Forms page of this website for a full list of accredited methods.
10. What procedures do you offer?
Lab/Cor Materials can provide a wide variety of methods. Please browse the Testing Services section of this website for our common methods. We pride ourselves in meeting all of our clients' testing needs, so let us know if you do not see your test on our common methods lists and we will do our best to accommodate you.
11. Do you perform standard methods?
Lab/Cor Materials utilizes various methodologies in its laboratory, including but not limited to ASTM, EPA, CPSC, NEMA and ISO. If you require a specific method for your analytical needs, please call and discuss this with us prior to submitting your sample. Otherwise, we will utilize the most appropriate, recognized method available to analyze your sample.
12. Do you provide discount pricing based on number of samples in frequency of testing?
We discount on a case-by-case basis, according to the number of samples and the number of tests per sample. This will be discussed at the time of the quote. However, our minimum charge per project is $100, so no discount will be given in cases where that discount would result in a charge below $100.
13. Can I have a copy of the procedure used to test my sample?
We can provide summaries of all our procedures and full text of selected procedures. However, many procedures are copyrighted by the respective technical association and they are not free for us to distribute. In those cases we can provide contact information for the specified assocation.
14. Do you take part in Quality Assurance Programs?
Yes, we participate in several quality assurance programs offered by ASTM or other agencies for our accredited and certified testing methods. All other methods are subject to in-house quality assurance tests as governed by our ISO 17025:2005-approved Quality Manual.
15. I have a question that isn't answered on this page. What do I do?
Give us a call at 206-508-1470, email us at info@labcormaterials.com, or fill out this form. We will be happy to help you!
Lab/Cor Materials, LLC. - 206-508-1470 - info@labcormaterials.com
810 NW 45th Street, Suite 3 - Seattle, WA - 98107
810 NW 45th Street, Suite 3 - Seattle, WA - 98107
