AAGIWA Pushes for Exemption of Checktesting DT Mechanical Samplers

David Ayers and Tom Meyer were in Washington D.C. on August 18th to review the requirements for approval of mechanical samplers. Due to the fast load-out capabilities of newly designed facilities, the current method of using a pelican is not practical or safe.

Official agencies may request an exemption from testing a sampler if the following items are provided for review:

1. Detailed drawings and diagrams of the installation. (Provide this information prior to installation)

2. Detailed description of the equipment (primary and secondary samplers) to be installed.

3. A completed questionnaire for proposed diverter-type mechanical sampler.

4. Review by Official agency to ensure sampler was installed according to drawings and that sampler and delivery system is functioning properly.

Send this information, as it becomes available, to the Policies and Procedures Branch and to your local Field Office.

Exemptions are considered based on the merits of the information, the sampler design and location, and the simplicity of the grain flow system. Exemptions will be confirmed in writing by the Field Management Division.