Our new LCMS was installed by Waters. At the time of installation, it was discovered that the Laboratory’s air compressor was inadequate for the task of supplying carrier gas to the LCMS system. A nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor was loaned to the Laboratory. The purchase of necessary supplies for the validation process has run into delays. Once we have acquired the necessary supplies, we will then be able to schedule the vendor to help with the method-validation process. The validation process will take approximately 6 to 9 months. NEEDS ASSESSEMENT: (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating (2) FTIR instruments - funding has been approved Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will not be able to be serviced due to their age. Christianne Kellett located funding for two new FTIR instruments and Supervisor Van has begun the RFP process. |