Meet some of our WETLAB team members!

• Meet Monica– With over 20 years of experience, Monica most recently worked as an HR consultant with experience including executive-level fiscal and people operations/HR management with hospitals, medical/biotechnology, human resources firms, California county, and the state of Nevada. Monica is a member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), and has a Bachelor of Science in business management and an Associate of Art in criminal justice. In her new role as business office manager, she is responsible for managing the administrative support infrastructure of WETLAB’s daily operations, including office/facility management, supply chain activities, fleet management, AP/AR oversight and all human resources processes.

 

• Meet Laura– a passionate and dedicated worker with an interest in and talent for scientific research. As quality assurance specialist at WETLAB, Laura is responsible for helping oversee data management, data quality, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures & Methods. Laura attended the College of Wooster in Ohio, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in biology/biological sciences. Originally from California, she also served as a volunteer at the North Roseville REC Center, where she helped provide a safe and engaging environment for children from low-income families to play sports, visit the library, study, and experience positive social interaction with fellow peers.

 

• Meet Vanessa– Vanessa is a chromatography scientist who helps analyze VOC samples, as well as assist in extracting and analyzing TPH samples. In addition, she also helps out the IC department by helping the analyst troubleshoot any instrumentations and software issues. Vanessa moved to Reno in 2014 to attend the University of Nevada, Reno. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in chemistry with a minor in environmental science, and shortly thereafter started working at WETLAB. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the river, and hanging out with her dog, fiance, and friends. 

 

• Meet Krysta– Krysta is a chromatography/organics analyst that is responsible for extracting, running, and analyzing samples. In her previous role, she worked at a local institute where she studied and analyzed air quality samples. She graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a dual minor in biochemistry and chemistry.  When she’s not in the lab, Krysta serves at the cafe in the Grace Church every Sunday, and also coaches varsity volleyball for Truckee High School.

 

The Chromatography Group at WETLAB has been very busy over the past year.  It has been an exciting time in both areas of production and method development.  They have been providing data to our clients for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH), Total Organic Carbon and recently completed method development for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC).  The group is currently finishing method development for VOC in soils and Halo acetic Acids (HAA5) and readying them for production in September of 2023.  With these new methods online, we look forward to the opportunity to increase our ability to offer data for environmental solutions.  Providing high level quality data starts at the collection process. In this issue of Lessons from the Lab we would like to share some best practices for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) analysis collection.

The methodology for VOC analysis requires the addition of chemical preservatives prior to sample collection.  WETLAB provides pre-preserved vials to collect the samples for your convenience.  Depending on the matrix and/or compounds of concern, there are specific preservatives required.  For drinking analyzed via EPA 524.2, samples are to be acidified to pH of <2 at the time of collection, but after dichlorination.  WETLAB provides zero headspace vials with 1:1 HCl.  Samples for TTHM (Bromodichloromethane, Bromoform, Chlorodibromomethane, Chloroform (Trichloromethane)) may be preserved with sodium thiosulfate.  For non-drinking water matrices analyzed by EPA 624.1 or 8260, samples are to be acidified to pH of <2 at the time of collection in vials with 1:1 HCl.  Should 2-Chloroethyl vinyl ether, Acrolein or Acrylonitrile be required, a second set of samples must be taken in unpreserved vials.

All samples should be chilled to 4°C ± 2°C when collected and maintained at that temperature until analysis.  During sample collection, the vials should be filled so that no air bubbles are trapped when the bottle is sealed, per SW-846 5021A “Volatile Organic Compounds in Various Matrices Using Equilibrium Headspace Analysis”: Due to differing solubility and diffusion properties of gases in liquid matrices at different temperatures, it is possible for the sample to generate some headspace during storage. The diameter of any bubble caused by degassing upon cooling the sample should not exceed 5 – 6 mm. When a bubble is present, also inspect the cap and septum to ensure that a proper seal was made at the time of sampling. The presence of a macro bubble in a sample vial generally indicates either improper sampling technique or a source of gas evolution within the sample. The latter case is usually accompanied by a buildup of pressure within the vial, (e.g. carbonate-containing samples preserved with acid). Studies conducted by the USEPA (EMSL-Ci, unpublished data) indicate that “pea-sized” bubbles (i.e. bubbles not exceeding 1/4 inch or 6 mm in diameter) did not adversely affect volatile data. These bubbles were generally encountered in wastewater samples, which are more susceptible to variations in gas solubility, than groundwater samples.

Another good practice for sample collection is to completely fill out a chain of custody form and sample bottles, with system name and ID, sample point ID, sample collection date and time, and sample matrix. 

If you have questions regarding sample collection procedures, please feel free to contact WETLAB Client Services at 775-355-0202. 

 

We want to hear from you! 

At WETLAB, we are committed to constant growth and improvement. As we continue to expand, we believe that your insights are invaluable in shaping our path forward. We invite you to share your thoughts on what you’d like to see from WETLAB as we broaden our horizons. Your input will directly influence our strategies and offerings as we strive to meet and exceed your expectations. Together, we can shape the future of WETLAB and continue to provide you with exceptional service. Thank you for being a vital part of our growth, and we look forward to hearing your ideas and suggestions!

In Our WETLAB World 

Summer Interns

We are so grateful to have had some amazing interns at the lab this summer! We enjoyed being able to provide some experience in a lab, as well as get a little summer help! We welcomed two summer interns, Parsa Valdez and Kira Romberg! Parsa is a senior at Sage Ridge High School here in Reno, and Kira is going into her sophomore year at Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA. Parsa interned in Sample Control assisting with bottle kits, bottle prep and sample filtration. Many thanks to our awesome interns!  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chickadee Ridge Hike

The employees and family members of WETLAB enjoyed a hike at Chickadee Ridge at the end of June! The ridge still had a lot of snow, so instead we hiked nearby to Incline Lake. Afterwards, our team member Lily hosted a get together, and we had drinks at Incline Beach! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Certification

We are excited to announce that our lab has received two new certifications! We received the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) by EPA 8260, issued by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP). This certification gives us the ability to determine volatile organic compounds in a variety of solid waste matrices. We also will receive our Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) by EPA 552, issued by NDEP, in September! This provides us with the capability to identify haloacetic acids, which constitute a group of chemicals generated in conjunction with other disinfection byproducts. These byproducts emerge as a result of the reaction between chlorine, as well as other disinfectants used to control microbial impurities in drinking water, with naturally occurring organic and inorganic matter within the water.

 

Goal Setting With Life Pulse

We are so pleased that our team members were able to train with Lifepulseinc.com! The main topic of the workshop was the introduction of Value Based Gap Goals. According to Life Pulse, by leveraging alignment, these goals create instant value and drive towards your desired outcome. They enable individuals and organizations to bridge the gap between their current state and their desired outcome. Thank you to Life Pulse for providing us with this wonderful opportunity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Our Industry 

WETLAB Attends the 2023 NV MPD Annual Meeting

On August 25th and 26th, our team will attend the 2023 NV MPD Annual Meeting in Reno. The NV MPD’s purpose is to provide technical development for mineral processing professionals and to promote advances in methods and techniques for process improvements, cost reductions, and project development. The meeting also helps to raise funds for educational priorities, such as student scholarships to help future professionals in our industry. We look forward to learning and meeting with our fellow industry professionals!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The WETLAB Team Attends TRI State

From August 7th to the 10th, our team attended the Annual Tri State Seminar at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. This seminar provides a very diverse offering of technical sessions. The classes are taught by respected experts from the water and wastewater industry. We were so honored to attend, and learned so much from industry experts!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Annual NVMA Convention is Here

Garry Gray and Mckenna Oh have the awesome opportunity to attend the annual NVMA convention. The Nevada Mining Association has hosted its annual convention along the shores of majestic Lake Tahoe for more than 40 years. We are so excited for the 4 days of networking, learning, and fun! Make sure to stop by and say hi!

 

 

 

 

Kick for a Cause

Wanona and Lauren were super excited to attend the WETLAB-sponsored Kick for a Cause event on June 24th. The annual kickball tournament helps support local children with special needs to acquire alternative treatments and therapies not covered by insurance. It also helps to connect special needs families with necessary resources. Lauren formed 2 teams with members from her local softball teams- Team Wet n Wild and Team Kick Rocks! There were a total of 24 teams at the event. Our team members had WETLAB decals on their jerseys and passed out stickers and pens. Awesome job team! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Our Community

GOTR Breakfast

Girls on the Run Sierras hosted their 2023 Limitless Potential breakfast, which was a HUGE success!  GOTR supporters gathered at The Renaissance Reno to learn about our mission, hear firsthand accounts of how GOTR benefits the girls in our community and were able to enjoy a healthy breakfast. Two GOTR sisters had the opportunity to speak about their experience and we were able to hear some words of wisdom from the VP of Council Development at Girls on the Run International, April Massett, speak. All together, they were able to raise $15,000! As a sponsor of the event, we are proud to support Girls on the Run Sierras. In addition, our very own president Michelle Sherven is a dedicated member on the GOTR Board of Directors. Our team is honored to be involved with such a passionate and important organization within our community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

McClelland Hosts Golf Tournament for Books for Kids

The McClelland Laboratories Golf Tournament, which raises money for the Books for Kids Program, is always a fun time for the team at WETLAB and we are proud to be a sponsor! Supporting the McClelland Literacy Foundation and their goal to get kids reading, this tournament’s proceeds all go to Read for the Ride and Books for Kids. These are two amazing programs that give books away to the youth in our community and a vehicle to a student at Sparks High School who earns raffle tickets through Reading.

 

 

 

 

 

Ronald McDonald Golf

WETLAB is always dedicated to supporting our community. We are so excited to be attending The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northern Nevada Putt Putt Mini Golf Tournament on September 15th! Taking place at Wild Island, this awesome event helps raise funds to keep families close while their children are at the hospital.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boys and Girls Club Field Trip 

During their “Lead Through Nature Camp Week’, kids ages 9-12 from the Boys and Girls Club of Nevada were able to enjoy a day at the Laboratory where they were able to learn about all things environmental testing related. We always aim to help inspire kids to learn more about the world around them and how to make a positive impact on it.

The Boys and Girls Club of Nevada enjoyed a day at the Laboratory where they were able to tour the lab during their “Lead Through Nature Camp Week’. The laboratory tour, led by our amazing team, provided an insightful glimpse into the world of scientific research and its impact on the environment.

The highlight of the day was the hands-on experience that the children enjoyed. Throughout the day, the children were able to enjoy various interactive activities and engaging lessons. 

By nurturing their understanding of the environment, we hope that these children will go on to become scientists and researchers. We had so much fun teaching the kids about the world around us!

Gigi is one of our newest additions to the team, joining us as a laboratory manager. Gigi has 5 years of experience in her field, most recently working as a hazardous waste technician where she learned to segregate hazardous materials, and perform hazardous categorization tests to identify materials for proper labeling and disposal. In October 2021, she was awarded with a “Best of the Best” Safety Award in Waste Management. As the laboratory manager at the WETLAB Las Vegas branch, Gigi’s responsibilities include overseeing daily laboratory operations, as well as managing laboratory functions and staff. She ensures that all safety protocols are followed, while maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. 

 

Welcome Gigi! We are thrilled to have you as a part of the team!

There are various causes of water pollution. A pollutant is any substance that is introduced to the environment and increases the natural background of a material.  The two main categories of pollution are point source and nonpoint source.  Point source pollution is a pollutant that is introduced from a single, specific source such as a discharge pipe from a sewage plant.  A pollutant that is caused and/or introduced from multiple sources is called a nonpoint source pollution. 

During spring and early summer, nonpoint (NPS) source pollution is a major consideration in our region.  The EPA defines NPS pollution as result from land runoff, precipitation, atmospheric deposition, drainage, seepage or hydrological modification. They explain that NPS is caused by rainfall or snowmelt moving over and through the ground.  As runoff moves, it picks up and carries away natural and human-made pollutants, finally depositing them into lakes, rivers, wetlands, coastal waters and ground waters.  After our most recent winter that brought a large amount of snowfall to the region, snowmelt monitoring will be an important tool to understand potential NPS.  Analysis typically required for nonpoint source management plans include nutrients (including total phosphorus and total nitrogen), trace metals, turbidity, suspended solids, ortho phosphorus, anions, pH, color, fecal coliform, Escherichia Coli (e. Coli) and alkalinity.  This diverse contaminant list requires multiple bottles, preservatives and hold times.  Because of this, it is important to identify and understand your analytical requirements prior to ordering bottles and going into the field for sample collection.

At WETLAB, our purpose is to provide data for environmental solutions.  Our Project Management team is available to assist with all your pre-project planning.  To schedule your pre-project meeting, please call 775-355-0202. 

For Basic Information about Nonpoint Source (NPS) Pollution from the United States Environmental Protection Agency, please click US EPA Basic NPS and for a copy of the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection 2020-2024 Nonpoint Source State Management Plan, please click NDEP NPS Plan.

In Our WETLAB World 

 

Introducing Our New Logo

Take a look at our new logo! We are excited to introduce this fresh look as we celebrate our 21st year in business.

Happy Birthday WETLAB!

This year for WETLAB’s birthday, we decided to give each of our employee groups $250 to donate to a non-profit of their choice.  Giving back to our community is incredibly important to WETLAB, and we wanted to honor our history of charity by celebrating this on a very special day. Below is our list of recipients!

• • RAICES- The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services
  • One Laptop Per Child
  • Dig Deep
  • ASPCA
  • NNSR
  • The Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence
  • The Alzheimer’s Association.
  • Res-Que
  • Season of Justice
  • SafeNest
  • Big Brothers and Big Sisters
  • NNSR

 

Our New Equipment is Here

It is here! Take a sneak peek at our new metals equipment. We have 2 new units – iCAP RQ iMR Quadrupole ICP-MS Spectrometer w/ 1 QCell MFC. This innovative single quadrupole (SQ) ICP-MS is the ideal trace elemental analyzer for a wide range of sample types and industries; from 24/7 routine analysis to advanced applications in research. Learn more about it here: iCAP™ RQ ICP-MS (thermofisher.com)

A Day at Reno Ice 

To show our appreciation to our clients and our employees, we hosted a night of fun ice skating at the Reno Ice rink. Check out the photos! 

The Environmental Club’s Trip to Grimes Point

The Environmental Club at WETLAB occasionally plans events outside of our monthly meetings. One of the events we love to do is hiking trips. Our latest trip to Grimes Point was incredibly special and we all had an amazing time. The cave is closed to the public, except for the free tours they do twice a month. We had around 20 employees attend this event!

Our day started off with some bagels, muffins, and coffee from My Favorite Muffin in Midtown. After a delicious breakfast, we carpooled from WETLAB to Churchill County Museum in Fallon. We were able to watch a short film at the museum, where we learned about the cave site before caravanning to the site and taking a guided tour organized by the museum.  Once we arrived at the site, we began the guided hike to the cave while the guide pointed out and explained the history of the petroglyphs and rock formations along the trail to the cave. We had the opportunity to learn some interesting facts about the site! Did you know the cave itself was formed around 21,000 years ago by the waves of rising Pleistocene Lake Lahontan? Grimes Point is one of the oldest known petroglyph sites in Nevada. It contains over 150 basalt boulders bearing pecked designs, some of which are at least 8,000 years old!

Once the tour was concluded, our team had the option to go back to Reno/Sparks or go hiking to see petroglyphs and/or go rock hounding before returning to WETLAB.

We look forward to experiencing the incredible hikes that northern Nevada has to offer us!

A Brief Recap: Employee Training 

Our WETLAB managers are participating in a Fundamentals and Advanced Skills seminar, hosted by Nevada Association of Employers (NAE) in May and July. These training sessions seek to aid supervisors with better understanding of regulatory laws, how to troubleshoot uncomfortable situations, strengthen their leadership skills, and so much more! We can’t wait to see what they learn!  Learn more here: https://www.nevadaemployers.org/supervisor-training/

Dalton Millar, Information Systems Specialist, received his Microsoft certification in Azure Fundamentals, a foundational certification for understanding and demonstrating basic competence in working with the core Azure stack. The actual certificate, AZ-900, validates foundational knowledge of cloud services and how those services work together as part of the Microsoft Azure platform. Congratulations Dalton!

BBQ’s Are Back

WETLAB’s  Earth Day celebrations were a total blast, with an amazing employee BBQ as the main event! Employees enjoyed the opportunity to socialize and learn more about how they can make a positive impact on the environment both at work and in their personal lives. It was a great kick off to BBQ season and we are looking forward to more this summer.

 

In Our Industry 

 

Attending the SME Conference

This year’s SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration) was held in Denver, Colorado from February 26th through March 1st.  Mckenna Oh and Garry Gray had the pleasure of representing WETLAB for the 125th edition of this outstanding event. As the mining industry steps into the spotlight, supplying the minerals critical to powering a green economy, the focus on ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance), innovation and health & safety is more important than ever. The annual SME conference is a way to immerse oneself in the new mine surface strategies, advances in A.I. and important initiatives for a sustainable future within the mining industry. SME, with its annual conference, prides itself on furthering professional development beyond the expected insights vital to the evolution of mining.

They were told that their raffle item – Fireside Bourbon from Mile High Spirits – is a favorite among Denver locals. The lucky winner of the WETLAB raffle prize was Aman Soni, a Geochemical Engineer from Freeport-McMoRan in Arizona. Just to prove they were at the right conference, Mckenna & Garry had to pose by the giant SME display!

Representing WETLAB at the NvRWA Expo

The 2023 NvRWA (Nevada Rural Water Association) Annual Training, Technical Conference & Expo was held at the Sparks Nugget in March. The 2023 conference marked the 31st NRWA event and was truly memorable, thanks to the increased number of vendors and attendees present. Garry Gray was honored to once again represent WETLAB at this popular conference. 

WETLAB’s team enjoyed the company of the many attendees, comprised of water & wastewater professionals, environmental consultants, engineers and regulators. The overriding theme this year was the notion of keeping drinking water and the environment safe for all Nevadans. Among the more popular conference events was the ‘Best Tasting Water Contest’. It was hotly contested by the various municipalities involved and WETLAB had the distinction of providing all the 1 liter amber bottles for the contest, which we’re certain contributed to the competing water providers’ water tasting great! Many thanks to the WETLAB Sample Control Team for all their support.

Come See WETLAB at the Elko Mine Expo 

WETLAB is excited to be attending the 2023 Elko Mining Expo, from June 5th to June 9th. One of the oldest and most respected mining expos in the United States, this event features more than 300 exhibitors from throughout the industry.  Please feel free to visit us at our booth, #111, and mention this newsletter to receive a special gift!

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 In Our Community 

 

Root, Root, Root for the WETLAB Team! 

We are so excited to be sponsoring Centennial Little League this year! Through the years, Centennial has evolved into the premier Little League in Northern Nevada. Feel free to visit https://sparkscentenniallittleleague.sportngin.com/ for more information and look for our WETLAB team!

Running Into Summer with Girls on the Run 

Girls on the Run has some fun events planned, including the GOTR-S Spring 5k run on June 10th. Volunteers can sign up to decorate hair, decorate bling running bibs, and paint faces. Click here to register or email Kylie with details on how to get involved!

GOTR-S is also hosting their second annual summer camp, Camp GOTR! GOTR Sierras is proud to partner with Nevada Robotics at DRI to bring girls a full-day of social emotional learning (SEL) and friendship making along with hands-on engineering and robotics training. Camp GOTR will take place at Reno High School from July 24th-28th. Registration is open now! For any questions regarding Camp GOTR, please contact Kylie at kylie.daniels@girlsontherun.org.

Supporting Our Local Sports Teams: Galena Lacrosse 

We are a proud sponsor of the Galena Lacrosse team. Keep an eye out for our banner at the upcoming games!

Join Us for Kick for a Cause

We are so excited to sponsor this great event! Kick For A Cause began in 2021 to help support local children with special needs to acquire alternative treatments and therapies not covered by insurance. Kick for a Cause will be held Saturday June 24, 2022 at the Shadow Mountain Park. If you’re interested in supporting the tournament, please feel free to email KickForACauseNV@gmail.com or visit https://www.kickforacause.info/.

Learn How to Dance at Shelby’s Dance Class and Fundraiser

Our own team member, Shelby Knudtson, is helping host a dance class and fundraiser on June 3rd, in support of The Longest Day, The Alzheimer’s Association, and Dementia Friendly. The ‘Two Left Feet’ dance camp will feature beginner friendly classes in Country, Swing, Latin, and Ballroom. Attendees can gain admission by donation. Dancing is a fun way to stay healthy both physically and mentally!

Western Environmental Testing Laboratory announces Cory Baker has been promoted to quality assurance manager.

After joining the company almost 10 years ago, Baker has gained extensive experience in providing customers with timely, quality data and she is always looking for innovative ways to meet this objective efficiently.

Baker attended Truckee Meadows Community College and completed her Bachelor of Science in marine and environmental sciences at The Evergreen State College in Washington.

In her new role, Baker will be responsible for ensuring data is of the highest quality per method and regulatory standards while also meeting the needs of clients.

Read more here: https://www.nnbw.com/news/2023/may/12/people-cory-baker-named-quality-assurance-manager-at-western-environmental-testing-laboratory/

As a certified environmental testing laboratory, specializing in organic and inorganic testing, our team at WETLAB is committed to providing you with high quality data. Our goal, as always, is to meet local, state, and federal regulations for environmental testing while providing accurate and reliable data.

That’s why our team wants to make sure you know how to successfully collect a sample. So how do you get started?

One of the most important things you should understand is that a test result is only as good as the sampling and handling that was performed before analysis.

The first step of successful sampling is to prepare a sampling and analysis plan.  The plan should identify and describe sampling locations, sample IDs, sample matrix, constituents to be analyzed at each sample point, what types of collection bottle and preservatives are necessary for analysis at each sample point and any quality control requirements.  Once your plan is complete, you may order the appropriate bottle kit from the laboratory.  During this time, you should verify bottles, preservatives and sampling procedures with your laboratory. Now in the field, ensure the correct bottles and preservatives are used for collection at each sample point described in your sampling and analysis plan.

The containers will be specific to the sample matrix (water, soil, sludge, or other) and the testing requirements outlined in your plan. Sample containers vary in color, material, and size including glass or plastic, clear or opaque.

When collecting the sample, use caution to avoid contamination.  Place the lid with the top side down, so as not to contaminate the side that may be in contact with the sample, protect collection bottles from wind, rain, snow, and other elements that can introduce contamination or change the makeup of the sample. Make sure to not rinse out the bottle, as there could be a preservative in it. Fill the bottle with the amount listed on the instructions to avoid removal of any preservative present in the bottle.  Sample preservatives are used to retard chemical and biological reactions, reduce the volatility of compounds and the hydrolysis of compounds and complexes.  There are multiple preservation methods that a sample may be subject to including refrigeration or temperature control, pH control, chemical additions, UV reduction and filtration.

Once you’ve collected your sample, the hold time (allowed time from sample collection until analysis) begins. Therefore, it is important to know how long it will take for a sample to be received by the laboratory since tests have varying hold times.  A hold time may be measured in minutes, hours, days, or months. If analysis is performed past the hold time, it doesn’t necessarily negate the accuracy of the sample results, but the data will be flagged with a qualifier to represent the failed method criteria.   It’s important to understand the preservation and hold time criteria for all required analysis prior to collection in the field.

WETLAB is able to help alleviate some of the logistics involved in the process– we offer courier pick up or drop off at all three of our locations. If you need a sample picked up or delivered, please call us to coordinate. We can also assist with sample shipping. Our team maintains a wide network to ensure the sampling process is as seamless as possible and we are able to accommodate sampling on weekend days by appointment.

If you are preparing to take a sample, take the time to properly plan and schedule an order with us. Feel free to reach out to our lab to get the process started. There are plenty of benefits to partnering with us early in process, in order to:

• Request the appropriate bottle kit
• Ensure the correct sampling bottles and preservatives are being used
• Ensure the samples are taken at the right time of the year
• Ensure the correct methods are used for the sample matrix
• Verify your samples are collected as intended by your permit and sampling and analysis plan

If you have any questions regarding sample integrity, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.

The Elko Mining Expo is right around the corner! Come join us at booth #111 from June 5th-9th at the Elko Convention & Visitors Authority.

Learn more about the event here: https://exploreelko.com/top-events/elko-mining-expo/.