MET Laboratories, Inc.
MET Laboratories, Inc. is a leading provider of testing and certification services for medical devices, specializing in EMC, wireless, and product safety. They are an FDA ASCA-Accredited Laboratory.
MET Laboratories, Inc., now part of Eurofins Scientific, is a globally recognized leader in product testing and regulatory certification, established in 1959. They offer comprehensive services for the medical device industry, including Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing, wireless and RF testing, and product safety testing. MET is an FDA ASCA-Accredited Laboratory for Premarket Testing of Medical Devices, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards. With extensive expertise, MET helps manufacturers navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring their products are safe, compliant, and ready for global market access. Their services encompass testing for wireless coexistence, ensuring devices operate reliably in proximity to other wireless technologies. They are also an OSHA-recognized NRTL, with their MET Mark accepted by federal and local authorities, retailers, and consumers. MET Laboratories provides end-to-end solutions, from initial development through final certification. Their state-of-the-art facilities and experienced team ensure efficient and cost-effective testing, accelerating time-to-market for critical medical devices. They are committed to exceeding expectations and providing partners with the assurance needed for global market success.
About
**Who they are**
MET Laboratories, Inc., founded in 1959 and now part of the Eurofins Scientific network, is a global service leader in product approvals and regulatory certification for electrical products, headquartered in Baltimore, MD.
**Expertise & scope**
* Product Safety Testing & Certification: Expertise in ensuring products meet government, regulatory, and industry safety standards for global market acceptance. They hold OSHA-recognized NRTL status and are a CB for the SCC and a CAB/CBTL under the IECEE CB Scheme.
* EMC Testing: Comprehensive solutions to ensure electromagnetic compatibility, including radiated and conducted emissions/immunity, ESD, EMP, and EMF measurements. They operate facilities with 3-, 5-, and 10-meter semi-anechoic chambers and a reverberation chamber.
* Wireless & RF Testing: Services to ensure performance, compatibility, and compliance for wireless devices, including IoT, 4G, 5G, WiFi, and Bluetooth. They are accredited by A2LA and serve as a TCB for FCC, ISED, MIC, and a notified body under the EU RED Directive.
* Environmental Simulation Testing: Capabilities to test product hardiness and performance against extreme dynamic, climatic, and environmental phenomena, including shock, vibration, temperature, and water immersion.
* Global Market Access: Facilitates entry into international markets by navigating country-specific regulations and compliance demonstration, leveraging an internal network of laboratories and Eurofins network access.
* On-Site Field Testing & Evaluation: Provides field evaluations and labeling services for equipment lacking adequate marking for local, state, or federal electrical safety requirements.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Founded in 1959 (over 60 years of experience).
* OSHA-recognized NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) for over 30 years.
* The MET Mark for product safety is accepted throughout the United States & Canada.
* Approved to certify products in over 200 UL standard categories.
* Accredited by FCC, Industry Canada (IC), A2LA, Australia's ACMA, Japan's VCCI, Vietnam's MIC.
* Operates as a notified body for the RED Directives.
MET Laboratories, Inc., founded in 1959 and now part of the Eurofins Scientific network, is a global service leader in product approvals and regulatory certification for electrical products, headquartered in Baltimore, MD.
**Expertise & scope**
* Product Safety Testing & Certification: Expertise in ensuring products meet government, regulatory, and industry safety standards for global market acceptance. They hold OSHA-recognized NRTL status and are a CB for the SCC and a CAB/CBTL under the IECEE CB Scheme.
* EMC Testing: Comprehensive solutions to ensure electromagnetic compatibility, including radiated and conducted emissions/immunity, ESD, EMP, and EMF measurements. They operate facilities with 3-, 5-, and 10-meter semi-anechoic chambers and a reverberation chamber.
* Wireless & RF Testing: Services to ensure performance, compatibility, and compliance for wireless devices, including IoT, 4G, 5G, WiFi, and Bluetooth. They are accredited by A2LA and serve as a TCB for FCC, ISED, MIC, and a notified body under the EU RED Directive.
* Environmental Simulation Testing: Capabilities to test product hardiness and performance against extreme dynamic, climatic, and environmental phenomena, including shock, vibration, temperature, and water immersion.
* Global Market Access: Facilitates entry into international markets by navigating country-specific regulations and compliance demonstration, leveraging an internal network of laboratories and Eurofins network access.
* On-Site Field Testing & Evaluation: Provides field evaluations and labeling services for equipment lacking adequate marking for local, state, or federal electrical safety requirements.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Founded in 1959 (over 60 years of experience).
* OSHA-recognized NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) for over 30 years.
* The MET Mark for product safety is accepted throughout the United States & Canada.
* Approved to certify products in over 200 UL standard categories.
* Accredited by FCC, Industry Canada (IC), A2LA, Australia's ACMA, Japan's VCCI, Vietnam's MIC.
* Operates as a notified body for the RED Directives.
Additional information
MET Laboratories, Inc. emphasizes a streamlined testing process to accelerate time-to-market for clients. They offer dedicated project coordinators, a 24-hour critical start time for projects, and real-time online project tracking through their METrak Online system. For global market access, they provide a single-source solution, allowing products to be certified once and accepted in multiple destinations worldwide under a single test plan. Their services extend to pre-compliance testing, which helps identify product deficiencies early in the development process, saving time and money on final evaluations. They also offer on-site field evaluations and remote alternatives for situations requiring immediate inspection and labeling.
Key Highlights
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Founded in 1959, bringing over 60 years of product safety expertise.
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“With 60 years of product safety expertise, we help you navigate growing complexities in product safety compliance”
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OSHA-recognized NRTL with over 30 years of experience.
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“MET became the first OSHA-recognized NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) in the United States.”
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Accredited for EMC testing by FCC, Industry Canada (IC), A2LA, ACMA, VCCI, and MIC.
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“We're accredited by the FCC, Industry Canada (IC), A2LA, Australia's ACMA, Japan's VCCI, Vietnam's MIC”
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Serves as a Telecommunications Certification Body (TCB) for FCC, ISED, MIC.
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“Our Telecommunications Certification Body (TCB) certification services are recognized by FCC, ISED, MIC”
Certifications & Trust Signals
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Manufacturers seeking product safety and EMC certification for global markets.
- Companies requiring wireless and RF testing for compliance.
- Businesses needing environmental simulation and field evaluation services.
How engagement typically works
- Dedicated project coordination.
- Real-time online project tracking.
- Global network support for market access.
Typical deliverables
- Product safety certification marks (e.g., MET Mark).
- EMC test reports and compliance documentation.
- Wireless and RF testing reports.
- Field evaluation reports and labels.
- Global market access documentation.
Good to know
- Best when requiring accredited testing and certification for major global markets.
- Ideal for complex electrical products needing multiple compliance validations.
HQ:
Baltimore, MD, US
Languages:
English
Timezones:
EST
Status:
listed
Services & Capabilities
Electrical Safety + EMC Testing (IEC 60601)
Industries:
Medical Devices
Standards Supported:
ISO/IEC 17025
Test Coverage:
Both
Is Accredited:
Yes
Accreditation Body:
FDA
Nrtl Relationships:
UL
Cb Scheme Support:
Yes
Chamber Type:
Semi-anechoic
Pre Scan Debug Support:
Yes
On Site Testing Option:
Yes
Wireless Add On Capability:
Yes
Lead Time Band:
Start in 2-4 weeks
Quote SLA:
< 24 hours
Rush Available:
Yes
Test Types Offered:
Conducted emissions, Radiated emissions, ESD immunity, EFT immunity, Surge immunity, RF immunity, Dips/interruptions, Voltage variations
Regions Served:
United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam
Nda Support:
Yes
Additional medical_device_emc_testing Details
Standards Supported
IEC 60601, UL standards, FCC, ISED, RED Directives, IECEE CB Scheme
Test Coverage
Safety, EMC, Wireless & RF, Environmental Simulation, Telecom / NEBS, Energy Efficiency, Field Evaluation, Wireless/RF
Nrtl Relationships
OSHA NRTL, CB Scheme
Max Eut Size
Not specified
Chamber Type
Semi-anechoic, Reverberation chamber
Lead Time Band
Not specified
Quote SLA
24-hour critical start time mentioned
Test Types Offered
Product Safety Testing, EMC Testing, Wireless & RF Testing, Environmental Simulation Testing, On-Site Field Testing & Evaluation
Sample Return Policy
Not specified
Minimum Project Size
Not specified
Pricing Model
Custom
