All sampling applications need to collect high-quality data, but in a laboratory environment, the need for accurate data may be greatest. Confidence in laboratory results is critical. In addition to many applications such as drinking water analysis, publishing, and clinical research , laboratory-obtained data is often used for wastewater process control and validation.

Challenges such as proper sampling procedures, laboratory practices, and experimental design are critical to obtaining reliable laboratory data. However, the tools used for data collection cannot be ignored. We have the water quality laboratory instruments needed to accurately measure parameters such as pH , ORP , dissolved oxygen, conductivity, temperature, ammonium, ammonia, chloride, and many other ion species .