PRODUCT TESTING INFORMATIONAND STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY |
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System Engineering and Laboratories (S.E.A.L.) |
I. PERFORMANCE |
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A. Products are tested to specific conditions to
determine results. For example, a product may be tested to a certain force,
pressure, or temperature (see categories list). The cost for these type of
test will include set-up plus per test cost. Standard test results are
provided. A one-time certification may be provided pursuant to a Hold
Harmless Agreement. B. Products may be tested to establish performance or failure. The results of the test will include data and recommendations as to operating and failure conditions. The certification and cost is the same as stipulated in I-A above. C. Products may be tested to meet certain industry or government standards. The standard largely dictates the cost. We have thousands of standards on file. However, purchases of new standard(s) and assessment of the testing requirements will be charged at a fixed minimum prepaid. |
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II. CERTIFICATION LISTING TEST |
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| A. The product may undergo testing the same as I-C above. However, in addition to certification, the product is "Listed". The listing requires meeting certain standards. review of all drawings, initial inspection at the manufacturer's facility and annual re-inspection. The product is issued a listing certification, number, and on-product label (see below). Our label is registered with the U.S. Department of Commerce. Annual renewal testing is charged at an hourly rate, plus expenses, and a fixed renewal fee. | ||
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®| III. TEST CATEGORIES |
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Force Pressure Acceleration Impact Torque Strength |
Speed Dimension Temperature Humidity Weight Forensic |
Moisture Electrical Fluid Flow Vibration Gas Fire |
NDT Sound Light Laser Hardness Vehicle |
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PRODUCT TESTING GENERAL PROCEDURES |
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Product and/or materials testing at System Engineering And Laboratories is conducted following the general procedures set forth as follows: |
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| Phase I: Pre-test Research | |||
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A. A sample of the product or information about the product is shipped to S.E.A.L. for familiarization. B. Standards are researched for applications to the product and for testing assessment. C. A test proposal is developed and submitted for approval. D. The charge for Phase I is $450.00 payable prior to commencement of Phase I, Item B. |
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| Phase II: Test Approval | |||
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contract (General Terms and Conditions) is required prior to testing. S.E.A.L.
Requires a "Hold Harmless" and B. Client accepts test proposal, cost, and scope of work.
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Customarily, fifty percent (50%) of the test cost is required prior to the
start of work with the remainder due prior to S.E.A.L.'s |
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A. Testing may be a one time performance test. B. Testing may be of a continued year to year re-certification or listing. |
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STATEMENT OF TESTING CONFORMITY |
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| Engineering
research, analysis, studies, and reports are governed by certain standards
and requirements. The purpose of this statement is to confirm that these
standards and requirements are followed.
System Engineering And Laboratories (S.E.A.L.) is an independent third party Consulting and Products Testing / Research Laboratory. S.E.A.L. is a recognized member of the American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) and many other applicable organizations. S.E.A.L. does not subscribe to outside review services. Additionally, for your protection and as your subcontractor, S.E.A.L. maintains Worker's Compensation as well as a full line of professional insurance coverage. S.E.A.L. conforms to ANSI standards, ISO 9000 principles (International Quality Control Standards), and the International ANSI / ISO / IEC 17025 Standard, "General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories". |
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