Washington Laboratories, Ltd.
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About
**Who they are**
Washington Laboratories, Ltd. is an engineering and testing firm with extensive experience in compliance solutions for a global marketplace. They offer state-of-the-art facilities and knowledgeable staff to help bring products to market faster.
**Expertise & scope**
* Specializes in medical device testing and evaluation, including standards like IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 for EMC, and IEC 60601-1-11 for home medical devices.
* Provides Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing and Radio Frequency (RF) Testing, with over thirty years of experience.
* Offers FCC Testing and Certification services for a wide range of electronic devices and communication equipment, including FCC Part 15 testing.
* Facilitates China approvals, including SRRC approvals for wireless devices, China Compulsory Certification (CCC) for EMC and Safety, and Network Access Licenses (NAL) for telecom connectivity.
* Conducts risk-based reviews and supports the development of Risk Management Files (RMF) based on ISO 14971 for medical device evaluations.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Has been providing EMC Testing and RF Testing for over thirty years.
* Founders authored "The Electromagnetic Compatibility Handbook."
* Serves a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 firms to small and medium-sized manufacturers.
Washington Laboratories, Ltd. is an engineering and testing firm with extensive experience in compliance solutions for a global marketplace. They offer state-of-the-art facilities and knowledgeable staff to help bring products to market faster.
**Expertise & scope**
* Specializes in medical device testing and evaluation, including standards like IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2 for EMC, and IEC 60601-1-11 for home medical devices.
* Provides Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing and Radio Frequency (RF) Testing, with over thirty years of experience.
* Offers FCC Testing and Certification services for a wide range of electronic devices and communication equipment, including FCC Part 15 testing.
* Facilitates China approvals, including SRRC approvals for wireless devices, China Compulsory Certification (CCC) for EMC and Safety, and Network Access Licenses (NAL) for telecom connectivity.
* Conducts risk-based reviews and supports the development of Risk Management Files (RMF) based on ISO 14971 for medical device evaluations.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Has been providing EMC Testing and RF Testing for over thirty years.
* Founders authored "The Electromagnetic Compatibility Handbook."
* Serves a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 firms to small and medium-sized manufacturers.
Additional information
Washington Laboratories, Ltd. emphasizes a risk-based approach to medical device testing, starting with the manufacturer's development of a risk analysis based on ISO 14971. This results in a Risk Management File (RMF) that is crucial throughout the evaluation process. The RMF, along with critical component approvals, must be submitted to the lab to define acceptance criteria and specific evaluation items. After testing, the RMF is updated to confirm compliance and risk acceptability. This interactive process ensures that all aspects of the device's safety and performance are thoroughly assessed according to relevant standards.
Key Highlights
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Washington Laboratories, Ltd. has over thirty years of experience in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing and Radio Frequency (RF) Testing.
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“Washington Laboratories has been providing Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing and Radio Frequency (RF) Testing for over thirty years.”
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Specializes in medical device testing and evaluation, including IEC 60601-1 and collateral standards like IEC 60601-1-11 for home medical devices.
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“Home medical products fall under the IEC 60601-1-11 evaluation standard, a collateral standard supplementing 60601-1 for this subgroup of medical equipment.”
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Provides comprehensive FCC Testing and Certification services, including FCC Part 15 for various consumer and industrial devices.
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“We provide a comprehensive range of FCC testing services for various device categories, ensuring your products meet the technical specifications outlined by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).”
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Offers support for China approvals, including SRRC, China Compulsory Certification (CCC) for EMC and Safety, and Network Access Licenses (NAL).
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“We obtain SRRC approvals for wireless devices, China’s Compulsory Certification (CCC) for EMC and Safety and Network Access Licenses (NAL) for telecom connectivity requirements.”
Certifications & Trust Signals
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Founders of Washington Laboratories wrote "The Electromagnetic Compatibility Handbook."
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“The founders of Washington Laboratories, wrote “The Electromagnetic Compatibility Handbook” that is still a trusted reference source.”
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Serves a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 firms to small and medium-sized manufacturers.
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“Washington Laboratories, Ltd. serve a wide range of clients – from Fortune 500 firms, to small and medium-sized manufacturers in numerous technical markets.”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Medical device manufacturers requiring IEC 60601 compliance
- Manufacturers needing EMC and RF testing
- Companies seeking FCC and China certifications
How engagement typically works
- Collaborative risk assessment and RMF development support
- End-to-end testing and evaluation services
- Design review and mitigation support
Typical deliverables
- Test reports for IEC 60601 series standards
- EMC/RF test reports
- FCC certification documentation
- China SRRC, CCC, and NAL approval support
Good to know
- Best when manufacturers can provide a complete Risk Management File (RMF) for medical device evaluations.
Pricing
Model:
Custom pricing
HQ:
Pullman, US
Languages:
English
Timezones:
America/Boise
Claim status:
Listed
Services & Capabilities
Electrical Safety + EMC Testing (IEC 60601)
Industries:
Medical Devices
Pricing model:
Custom pricing
Standards Supported:
IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11
Test Coverage:
EMC only
Is Accredited:
Yes
Accreditation Body:
NVLAP
Accreditation Certificate Number:
200870-0
Accreditation Expiry Date:
April 1, 2025
Nrtl Relationships:
UL, TUV, Intertek, CSA
Cb Scheme Support:
Yes
Max Eut Size:
Large
Max Eut Weight:
1000
Chamber Type:
Semi-anechoic
Frequency Range:
20 Hz to 40 GHz
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:
24-48 hours
Rush Available:
Yes
Test Types Offered:
Conducted emissions, Radiated emissions, ESD immunity, EFT immunity, Surge immunity, RF immunity
Regions Served:
North America, Europe, Asia, Global
Sample Return Policy:
Return
Nda Support:
Yes
Minimum Project Size:
$10-25k
Additional medical_device_emc_testing Details
Standards Supported
IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, ISO 14971, FCC Part 15, FCC Part 18, FCC Part 80, CCC, SRRC, NAL
Test Coverage
Both
Nrtl Relationships
FCC
Max Eut Size
Small handhelds up to fully configured rack systems and larger equipment
Chamber Type
Anechoic, Open area test sites (OATS), Indoor sites
Lead Time Band
Start in 2-4 weeks
Quote SLA
< 24 hours
Test Types Offered
Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing, Radio Frequency Testing, FCC Testing, EMC Testing, Safety Testing
Sample Return Policy
N/A
Minimum Project Size
N/A
Pricing Model
Custom
