Mid-Atlantic Region - Maryland Section (1211)

Robert Knake
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA)
5301 Buckeystown Pike
Suite 350
Frederick, MD 21704
Tel 301.644.3218
rknake@a2la.org

Minutes 2012
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NCSLI Coordinators Name and Contact Information:
Robert Knake, Mid Atlantic Region Coordinator
Phone: (301) 644 3218
Email: rknake@a2la.org


Mid-Atlantic Region (1210) & Mid-Atlantic Region - Maryland Section (1211)
Meeting Contact Person and Information:
Robert Knake, Mid Atlantic Region Coordinator
Phone: (301) 644 3218
Email: rknake@a2la.org
5301 Buckeystown Pike Suite 350
Frederick, MD 21704

 

Meeting Date: June 21, 2012

Meeting Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Cost to attend meeting:
None *Registration Must to limited to 50 Registrants*

Meeting Host and Location:

AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL)
4441 Buckeystown Pike, Suite A
Frederick, MD 21704

 

Meeting Sponsor (s):
Host – AMRL, A2LA sponsor refreshments, Door Prizes from Fluke & Conbraco


Meeting Speaker (s):
Speakers’ Name: Mr. Robert Ray (Calibration Solutions, Inc.), Mr. Jack Dearing (Conbraco Calibration Services), Dilip Shah (E = mc3 Solutions) Moderated by Mr. Rob Knake (A2LA)
Topic: Improving Interactions between Testing and Calibration Laboratories
Abstract: A Panel Discussion,
Learning Objectives: Discussion


Speakers’ Name: Fluke Calibration

Topic: Replacing Mercury Thermometers / Basic Thermometry
Abstract: Options for replacing Mercury In-Glass Thermometers, pros and cons of replacement options.  Also basic thermometry concepts
Learning Objectives: Improved understanding on current thermometry practices and techniques
 
Speakers’ Name: Dr. Ted Doiron, NIST
Topic: Basic Dimensional Measurement Practices Including Uncertainty, Precision, & Bias
Abstract: Tips for performing basic dimensional measurements including uncertainty, precision, and bias concepts. 
Learning Objectives: Obtain a greater understanding of good dimensional measurement practice and what is meant by the terms uncertainty, precision, and bias especially in the testing area.


Speakers’ Name: Mr. Dilip Shah, E=MC3 Solutions

Topic: Specifying, Analyzing, and Interpreting ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Services - Mr. Dilip Shah, E=MC3 Solutions
Abstract: When a customer receives a calibration certificate from an accredited laboratory, do they know what services and information they received? Before contracting for calibration service, certain requirements specified by the customer will save them a lot of headaches later. Knowing what to review on a calibration certificate after receiving the calibrated item will protect the customer's interest and avoid future surprises.
Learning Objectives: This presentation will guide you through the process of procuring calibration services and the steps required to ensure that the customer received what was originally requested.

Meeting Overview:  This meeting will focus on better interactions between the metrology and testing communities.  The intent is to improve these interactions and try to bridge the gap between the owners of test and measurement equipment making the measurements and the calibration providers calibrating the test and measurement equipment.