Eurofins Scientific, a leader in laboratory testing, has announced that it has acquired MET Laboratories, Inc., a US leader in laboratory testing, certification and compliance solutions for electronic data processing products and devices.
MET is a leading provider of medical equipment, home appliances, and automotive and aerospace products. MET ensures that its customers' products or equipment comply with government, regulatory and industry safety standards to protect the population and the workplace from the potential risks associated with using these devices. MET has 200 employees in its operations in the US, China, Taiwan and Korea.
For 60 years, MET Labs has provided the world market with a wide range of examination, certification and compliance solutions. In 1989, MET became the first Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), with the approval to certify product safety in more than 200 standard UL categories. Worldwide, manufacturers trust in fast market access. MET is the youngest important NRTL that became part of a global research organization.

Rob Frier, Chairman of MET Labs commented: "The merger with the Eurofins network has been a natural step for MET Labs and provides important growth opportunities for our business and a host of new services to our customers. With the worldwide network and support of one of the world's leading inspection and certification organizations, MET's customers benefit from improved service offerings and innovation. The MET brand continues to stand for the highest level of competence and integrity. "