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ETC Receives A2LA Certification of 5 More Test Methods

2010-01-31

In Empirical Testing Corp.’s continuous pursuit of accreditation excellence, we have achieved The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) accreditation for the following 5 test methods:

• ASTM F2706: Standard Test Methods for Occipital-Cervical and Occipital-Cervical-Thoracic Spinal Implant Constructs in a Vertebrectomy Model
• ASTM F2502: Standard Specification and Test Methods for Bioabsorbable Plates and Screws for Internal Fixation Implants
• ASTM F1820: Standard Test Method for Determining the Axial Disassembly Force of a Modular Acetabular Device
• ASTM F2183: Standard Test Method for Small Punch Testing of ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Used in Surgical Implants
• ASTM F1541: Standard Specification and Test Methods for External Skeletal Fixation Devices

To earn A2LA certification, ETC must demonstrate technical competence, complete a rigorous accreditation process, and operate a laboratory quality management system. Please view ETC’s A2LA Certificate Number 2142.01 and a complete list of all 20 accredited test methods. To learn more about our commitment to accreditation, visit the ETC web site Accreditation page or call 719.264.9937.