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ASTM Lab Services Insider
New Proficiency Testing Program Page on the ASTM Website
The ASTM website has a fresh new look, including the Proficiency Testing Programs homepage. Look for our Laboratory Services hub page in the the dropdown under Standards & Solutions, where you'll find all the information you need about our Proficiency Testing Programs, Reference Materials, and more. Use the PT Program page to search and register for a program, learn about new programs, find the latest dates for upcoming webinars, and more.
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If you are considering SQC to manage your lab's data, ASTM Insight SQC provides many benefits to help your team improve accuracy and work smarter. Our custom-built software solution offers quality control analytics, control charting, and audit preparation for labs with single or multiple locations.
To see if Insight SQC could help your lab, contact us request a full demo or book an informational virtual meeting with our lab staff.
Keep Your Lab on Top with ASTM Proficiency Testing
Embracing the accreditation process is an important part of keeping your laboratory successful and ensuring your staff performs at the highest level. Our latest eBook highlights the importance of accreditation and the way ASTM Proficiency Testing Programs can help your lab succeed.
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Still Accepting Labs for 2025 Proficiency Testing Programs
Spring Cycles Begin Soon
Have you registered all your lab locations for your 2025 programs? Many test cycles are just getting started and there is still time to request your samples.
Reminder - even if you're a current or past participant, you must re-enroll to register for your program(s) and request your samples. Check your inbox for an email from ptp@astm.org for a renewal link, or simply log in to the PTP2 App and look for the yellow renew button.
2025 Proficiency Testing Catalogs
Download our latest catalogs for a quick guide to program schedules, test methods, and more.
New Features in the PTP2 Application
Send Lab Reports to External Recipients
Lab Managers and Coordinators can now send lab and program reports and test results directly to external recipients like accreditation bodies without leaving the PTP2 App. Click on Reports and select Email to External User. Select the program and cycle results you wish to send, and enter the email address. Export your reports in Word, Excel, or PDF and click yellow button to send.
TIPS & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs
Q. Does ASTM have a process for homogeneity and stability verification for its PTP samples?
A: For some PT Programs, the uniformity of the bulk product to be used is visually verified, inspected for no variations in color, size, shape and other physical attributes. When the bulk is blended, such as for liquids, randomly selected samples post bottling are analyzed for specific parameters. The samples are considered homogeneous when the individual sample results are within established criteria. Stability for the duration of the testing period is performed as required by our accreditation body A2LA. Samples are analyzed, stored for a period similar to the testing cycles and re-analyzed. These sets of results are verified to be within established criteria.
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Using bulk materials from sourced producers means the test materials we provide to labs are commercially available, commonly-used products, and helps keep our participation fees low. Current programs in need include In-Service Turbine Oil, No. 6 Fuel Oil, and Biodiesel B100. Have a suggested supplier? Contact ameacock@astm.org.
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Choose from a wide selection of test methods, properties, and product matrixes, or build a monthly check standard package with our reference materials subscription plans. Submit orders to refmat@astm.org.
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