Information about Fleece Measurement Services
Supplies
Contact AWTA Ltd for a FREE supply of:
- Individual sample bags.
- Sample identity cards.
- Large bags for the despatch of samples
Other Documentation
Sampling Procedure
- Mark the sample identity card with a unique number that relates to the animal (eg. ear tag number). Don't write on or stick labels on the sample bag.
- Take a 20 GRAM SAMPLE, ideally from the midside. The sample should fill a coffee mug. Smaller samples mean less precise results.
- A larger sample of up to 50 grams will be required if additional tests such as Yield or Staple Length & Strength are requested.
- Place each individual sample in a separate sample bag along with the appropriate sample identity card. Ideally the card should be positioned so that the details can be read through the sample bag.
- Secure each sample bag so that the contents cannot spill out and mix during transit.
- Where possible, samples from different groups should be batched and packaged separately.
Despatch of Samples
- Complete a Service Request form.
- Place individual samples in the supplied despatch bag.
- Position the supplied return address label in the despatch bag so that it can be read through the bag and forward the samples to the nearest AWTA Ltd office.
- Common methods of despatch include Australia Post or courier firms. Alternatively samples can be delivered directly to a laboratory or sampling office. In the latter instance AWTA Ltd will arrange for delivery to the Testling Laboratory.
Availability of Test Results
- Results are normally available within 4 days of receipt at our laboratory, unless the sample batch is very large. In such instances the completion of testing may take a little longer.
- A printed copy of the test results will be mailed. Results are also available by email, fax or on computer disk.
For Further Information
Contact the nearest AWTA Ltd laboratory for further information.