Northeast Laboratory Services (NEL) is a Maine based culture media manufacturing facility. Utilizing three environmentally controlled cleanrooms to produce an extensive offering of plates, tubes, bottles, and vials according to FDA and USDA guidelines, NEL specializes in customized formulations, packaging configurations, and quality control testing. With two convenient locations in Winslow and Westbrook, NEL remains committed to providing “Answers for a Healthier Environment” by also operating a fully-accredited laboratory that can provide diverse environmental and microbiological testing. Services include water testing, indoor air quality, food and beverage microbiology, and the detection of radon, asbestos, and lead. Our commitment is to offer complete support service that includes evaluation and diagnostic consultation to our variety of clients, from local homeowners testing their drinking water to international pharmaceutical clients testing products for resale to the public. NEL clients expect and deserve premier culture media products as well as accurate and reliable test results. It is NEL's goal to exceed their expectations by providing the highest quality products and services while maintaining a safe, friendly, and professional work environment for its employees.