The 6-3-1 Process
Here's the rundown on Slipstream's proven pre- to post-testing process that involves precise coordination and communication to ensure the best testing results.
What to Expect
For us, It’s more than a test. It’s about getting it right the first time so you can focus on other business needs. We’ll take care of the details - like scientific conversations with engine owners or vendors - and consult on paths to better outcomes.
Before any work begins, Slipstream pulls the permits and any other necessary regulatory documents to verify equipment and limits. This ensures your testing needs are accurately set up in our database.
6-3-1 Touchpoints
From start to finish, we stay in constant communication. Learn what happens at the major milestone stages of 6 weeks, 3 weeks and 1 week prior to testing.
Slipstream will email test week details to pertinent parties to request information that is unknown and address questions about permit research that has been completed. We hold ourselves accountable to every last detail, because every detail matters.
The following week we will prepare any testing notifications or protocols required by the regulatory agency(s) and continue our communication with pertinent parties.
Expect our background work and 1:1 communications to continue until mid-way through the process when we will begin sharing details on how testing will be conducted.
Successful stack testing takes a team approach. Getting the right information to the right people at the right time is our strength. Communicating what’s needed upfront saves time, improves quality and builds camaraderie, ensuring all parties feel connected and informed.
At this stage, the full plan begins to come together - from the big picture to the small details. No guesses, no assumptions. We validate the facts and communicate them to ensure everyone involved understands exactly what’s needed, because no two stack tests are the same.
One week prior to testing day, the Slipstream Testing Technician will communicate directly with the customer site contact to confirm the meetup and kickoff schedule for the onsite testing. Additional emails with test week details will be sent to all pertinent parties to ensure there are no surprises. And, if there is a need to adjust to new information or emergent insights, we will adapt accordingly, keeping everyone informed along the way.
2-Day Report Turnaround Target
What happens onsite is just as important as the steps prior - and starts the clock ticking for when you have a report in hand.
- Know and complete site specific safety requirements
- Arrive early to pre-calibrate instruments prior to the arrival of the site contact
- Pull preliminary numbers for the site contact prior to starting the test to demonstrate compliance instantly.
- Ensure that all data is captured accurately and synced to cloud file storage.
- Validate data in accordance with ASTM 6348
- Conduct a full quality control of the emissions data, test-to-method standards, and source documents
- Post the test report to a cloud file storage area you can access, and notify you that your report is (there's an extra space between your and report.
End-to-end Support
Our job is not complete until we submit your test report to the proper federal and/or state agencies. Once submitted, you will receive an email confirmation with proof of submission for your records.
Ready for reliable testing?
We’d love to hear from you and answer any questions you might have about working with Slipstream for your emissions testing needs.