Our History

National Laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona

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A locally owned and operated laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona, Kurt Kettler established EMC Labs, Inc. (formerly known as Environmental Management Consultants, Inc.) in an effort to provide quality, reputable analysis to all clients. EMC Labs, Inc. has provided services to a wide variety of clients throughout North America, Central America, Japan, and Guam. Put us to the test today, and contact us for premier assistance.

Experienced Staff

The hard work and dedication of our staff makes delivering quality, timely results to our clients possible. A complete staff of licensed and certified technicians, allows us to provide the most accurate and cost-effective analytical results to our valued clients everywhere.

Exceptional Customer Care

When you choose EMC Labs, Inc. you are choosing an organization that puts its customers first. Treated with respect and value, we have served clients across the nation with professional, accredited services. Making it easy for us to perform extensive analysis for the United States Postal Service, NASA, various branches of the United States Armed forces, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and many more including colleges, universities, municipalities, and more.

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What We Do

An essential part of our business is the evaluation and analysis of samples sent to our reputable laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona. Equipped with an extensive QA/QC program that exceeds regulatory requirements, all work we perform is reviewed for quality, validity, accuracy, and method of performance. QC manuals are available upon request.

National Recognition

Since 1989, EMC Labs, Inc. has been a participant in the AIHA PAT (Lab Code 101586) and NVLAP (Lab Code 101926-0) proficiency testing programs validating their processes. Now a participant in the AIHA PAT EMPAT program, EMC Labs, Inc. has received continuous accolades from accreditation agencies across the country for quality control.

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We Participate in Proficiency Testing Programs:


  • NVLAP (Lab Code 101926-0)/NIST Bulk Asbestos
  • AIHA PAT (Lab Code 101586) IH Program for Airborne Fibers
  • AIHA PAT ELPAT for Environmental Lead (Pb)
  • AIHA PAT EMPAT for Mold/Fungi
  • NSI WP Proficiency Testing for Lead (Pb)
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