Business News | Pralhad Joshi to Launch Laboratory for Water, Food Packaging, and Industrial Testing Services


Inauguration of State-of-the-Art Chemical Laboratory at National Test House, Ghaziabad

New Delhi [India], September 7 (ANI): Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, will inaugurate the newly constructed state-of-the-art Chemical Laboratory at National Test House (NTH), Ghaziabad, on Monday.

According to a statement from the Ministry, the lab will provide testing of packaged drinking water and natural mineral water, food packaging materials, enamelled and insulated wires made of aluminium and copper, coal, petroleum coke, bitumen, enamel paints, anti-skid products, filtration media such as sand and gravel, as well as white and coloured chalk.

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The Chemical Laboratory will play a central role in testing a wide range of materials, including building construction materials, cement, water, metals, alloys, paper, plastics, organic products, and fertilisers.

NABL accredits the laboratory under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and holds approvals under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Outside Laboratory Scheme, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985.

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The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, including an Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (AAS), an Inductively Coupled Plasma – Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-AES), an Optical Emission Spectrometer (OES), a Gas Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), a High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and an Ion Chromatograph.

These advanced facilities enable the laboratory to conduct sophisticated and highly accurate analyses across various domains.

The laboratory also offers training, research, and testing support to universities, engineering colleges, and industries, thereby strengthening the scientific and industrial ecosystem.

Furthermore, the Laboratory aims to further expand its scope of testing.

Some key plans include facilities for testing fortified food products, such as fortified wheat flour, refined flour (maida), nuts, edible oils, and salt enriched with vitamins A and D, to serve both the industry and the public at large.

The laboratory also plans to introduce testing of various spices and conduct micronutrient analysis in food products, thereby widening its contribution to public health, food safety, and quality assurance.

The National Test House (NTH), located in Ghaziabad, was established in 1977 and has been a trusted institution for high-quality testing and calibration services across various engineering fields. (ANI)

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New Delhi Unveils State-of-the-Art Chemical Laboratory to Enhance Testing Standards

New Delhi, September 7 (ANI) — In a significant boost to India’s testing capabilities, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, is set to inaugurate a cutting-edge Chemical Laboratory at the National Test House (NTH) in Ghaziabad on Monday.

This newly constructed facility is poised to revolutionize the testing of a diverse array of materials, including packaged drinking water, natural mineral water, food packaging materials, and various construction materials. The lab will also conduct tests on coal, petroleum coke, bitumen, enamel paints, and filtration media, among others.

According to a statement from the Ministry, the laboratory is accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) under ISO/IEC 17025:2017. It also holds approvals from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Equipped with advanced instruments such as Atomic Absorption Spectrometers (AAS), Inductively Coupled Plasma – Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-AES), and Gas Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), the laboratory is set to conduct sophisticated analyses that will benefit various sectors.

In addition to testing, the laboratory will provide training and research support to universities, engineering colleges, and industries, thereby strengthening the scientific and industrial ecosystem in the region. Future plans include expanding testing capabilities to include fortified food products and micronutrient analysis, further enhancing public health and food safety.

Established in 1977, the National Test House has long been a trusted institution for high-quality testing and calibration services across multiple engineering fields. The inauguration of this state-of-the-art laboratory marks a new chapter in its commitment to excellence and innovation.

As India continues to prioritize safety and quality in consumer products, the new Chemical Laboratory stands as a testament to the government’s dedication to enhancing public health and ensuring the highest standards in testing and quality assurance.

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