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Babcock Laboratories is Women Owned!

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We are proud to share an important milestone in the evolution of our impressive history. As of March 12, 2026, Babcock Laboratories is officially certified as a Women's Owned Enterprise (WBE). 

 

This transition to Women-Owned Enterprise (WBE) status represents more than a designation, it reflects the continued progression of our 120-year legacy built on trust, integrity, analytical excellence and tailored service. It is a strategic step forward that strengthens our organizational foundation and positions us for long-term, sustainable growth…..

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🧪 Spring Projects Are Coming, Let’s Get Yours Started 💧

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Submit new projects* with physical samples received now through March 31, and you’ll receive 10% off your invoice, up to $1,000** per project.

This is a great opportunity to:
💧 Get samples into the lab early and stay ahead of deadlines
💲 Lock in savings on new analytical work
👩‍🔬 Rely on a responsive, employee‑owned laboratory focused on accuracy and turnaround consistency….

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Babcock Laboratories Welcomes New Board Members to Advance Growth, Innovation, and Service Excellence

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Babcock Laboratories, Inc. is proud to announce the expansion of its Board of Directors with the addition of three distinguished leaders: Bradley Neet, Karen Ellis, and Kerry Siggins. Their appointment strengthens Babcock Laboratories’ commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering outstanding service to clients and employee-owners alike……..

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Babcock Laboratories' El Centro Microbiology Laboratory Schedule Change as of April 3rd

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Effective April 3rd, all microbiology, COT, and pH samples will be couriered to Babcock Laboratories' Riverside location for analysis. All microbiology samples must be submitted on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday by 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM the latest. The lab courier will be scheduled to transport samples to Riverside at 1:30 PM.

Please collect non-potable microbiology samples between 10:00 AM and noon to allow adequate time for transportation, sample receipt, and initiation of the analytical process, and ensure sample analysis will meet regulatory holding times. Drinking water samples should be submitted the same day as collection…

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Stormwater Preparedness: Are You Ready for Stormwater Season?

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Stormwater season is upon us! If you haven’t reviewed your company stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) recently or are unsure of the monitoring parameters required under your Standard Industrial Code (SIC) within the current Industrial General Permit (IGP), now is a good time to review your monitoring responsibilities. Monitoring locations are identified in the SWPPP, and tests are typically specific to your industry and dictated by your SIC code. It is always advisable to review the SWPPP so that you make certain your organization is in compliance with the region’s…

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Babcock Laboratories is Fully Approved for UCMR 5

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A new cycle for the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) is underway and Babcock Laboratories is ready to help our clients meet new testing demands. We are pleased to announce that Babcock has been selected by the USEPA to provide small systems support through a contract with the agency. In 2021 Babcock received full EPA approval to conduct UCMR 5 testing using EPA Methods 200.7, 533, and 537. Between these three testing methods, our lab can provide high quality analyses for all 30 compounds included in this year’s…