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Join the Conversation on Twitter

I have seen a bigger jump in the past week of people following us on twitter. Check us out @MidwestLabsNews – We will keep you posted as to happenings around the laboratory. What are your post harvest plans this fall?  I would be curious to see what people are doing with this years unusual early…

Today’s Featured Analysis BTUs

BTU Analysis  – $40.00 per sample A BTU is defined as amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one 1 pound (0.454 kg) of liquid water by 1 °F (0.556 °C) at a constant pressure of one atmosphere. Source:  Wikipedia With biofuels and alternative energy being hot topics of convesation, we are seeing…

Report information now

Sample rushes are very common Many clients at Midwest Laboratories want their report information now.  Key sales transactions of fuel are waiting on laboratory test data or the purchase of fertilizer product for a field. There are many reasons. The best way we can understand your reason is by communicating it to us.  Everyone can…

Laboratory Reports

How do you like to view your data? At Midwest Laboratories you have options: Report Data Online – With an Account,clients are able to see report data online through a secure connection. Email Reports – Report formats are available in .pdf, .txt and csv formats. Cutstom – These type of reports need to be defined…

Shipping Solutions

Do you need reliable shipping service of your samples? You have some options. Ground UPS – Authorized Return Service Label – Ground Service anywhere in the country, one set price Spee-Dee EZR Return Service – Ground Service, will pickup at your location, no pickup charges. Air Overnight – UPS – Flat rate overnight, FEDEX –…

Communication is the key

Everyday samples are received, analysis conducted and values are reported.  This process is one where all of the information has to align just right to produce a quality result. One of the best ways to achieve this is by over communicating both internally and externally. Communication has been the key to the success at Midwest…

Paperwork

Great Service and turnaround time begins with proper paperwork.  Need to know Name, Address, Phone and Email  – -Listing Account number on your paperwork will move your sample ahead of others in our Receiving Department. Also, clearly state tests that you want performed. If you have a method number this information is also very helpful….

Soil Testing Update

Will be working this weekend to get completely caught up on soils. Soil Testing Note 29,000 soils  received Tuesday, October 12, 2010 22,000 were analyzed and reported to clients on Thursday, October 14, 2010! Wow!!  – We work hard to improve processes each year to deliver on numbers like this.

Pay Invoices Online

Online Payment Feature Are you aware that you can pay for analysis online through a secured connection? If you receive an invoice from Midwest Laboratories – Go to the Main site and click on the [PAY INVOICE] button on the top of the page. Information is Secure Just so you know, your credit card information…

Reminders for submitting samples

Looking forward to receiving a lot of samples this week.   Some things to keep in mind when sending samples 1) Make sure to include paperwork with your samples. Write a phone number down in case there are questions regarding your sample.  (No paperwork will result in delays – Will not know what tests to run)…