PT Report - Final - GPTP - Las - 41 - F - RR

PT Scheme: Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel PT Scheme Code: PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
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PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM

ON
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF LOW ALLOY STEEL
[PTM/CHEM/41/19-20]
FINAL REPORT
2019-20
ORGANIZED BY
GLOBAL PT PROVIDER PVT. LTD., NEW DELHI
PT SCHEME NAME : Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel

PT SCHEME CODE : PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
PT REPORT NO. : LAS41PS/19
DATE OF ISSUE : 13/12/2019
AUTHORISED BY : MR. UMESH GUPTA (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR)
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PT PROVIDER DETAILS
• NAME & ADDRESS OF THE PROFICIENCY TESTING PROVIDER:
GLOBAL PT PROVIDER PRIVATE LIMITED
F-89/22, OKHLA INDUSTRIAL AREA, PHASE I
NEW DELHI – 110020, INDIA
TEL: 91-11-40722200, 09873001545, 09582999061
EMAIL: care@globalptprovider.com; info@globalptprovider.com
• COORDINATORS OF THE PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM:

MRS. PREETI SHARMA
PT COORDINATOR
TEL. No.: 91-11-40722200, 09873001545, 9582999061
EMAIL: mech@globalptprovider.com; enquiry@globalptprovider.com
• ADVISORY GROUP OF THE PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM:

❖ MR. KULDEEP DHINGRA
REPORT PREPARED BY REPORT CHECKED BY REPORT AUTHORISED BY

MRS. PREETI SHARMA MR. ASIM DASH MR. UMESH GUPTA
PT COORDINATOR SR. PT COORDINATOR TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
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CONTENTS
S. No. Description Page No.

1. Cover Page 1
2. PT Provider Details 2
3. Contents 3
4. Abbreviations used 4
5. Introduction 5
6. Objectives of Proficiency Testing 5
7. Registration Procedure 5
8. PT Program Details 6-9
➢ Effective Schedule
➢ Preparation of PT Items
➢ Parameters for the PT Scheme
➢ Homogeneity Testing
➢ Distribution of PT Items
➢ Stability Testing
➢ Submission of Results
➢ Analysis of Data
• REMOVAL OF EXTREME RESULTS, DETERMINATION OF ASSIGNED VALUE
& STANDARD DEVIATION OF PROFICIENCY TESTING SCHEME :
• PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF PARTICIPANTS:
• INTERPRETATION OF THE PERFORMANCE
9. Subcontracted Activities 9
10. Confidentiality in Proficiency testing & Appeals 9
11. Comments from Technical Expertise 10-11
12. Summary of Results [Data Tables] 12- 23
13. Robust Z-Score Chart: Lab Code Vs Z Score 24-35
14. Outlier Results 36
15. References: 37 - 43
➢ Intimation Letter (IL/GPTP/PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) (Annexure: I)
➢ Participant Instruction Sheet (IS/GPTP/ PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) (Annexure: II)
➢ Sample Receipt Form (SRF/GPTP/ PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) (Annexure: III)
➢ Result Sheet (RS/GPTP/ PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) (Annexure: IV)
➢ Laboratory Summary Sheet (LSS/GPTP/ PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) (Annexure: V)
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ABBREVIATION USED
PT PROFICIENCY TESTING
NABL NATIONAL ACCREDITATION BOARD FOR TESTING &
CALIBRATION LABORATORIES
GPTP GLOBAL PT PROVIDER (P) LTD
ISO INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION
IEC INTERNAL ELECTRO TECHNICAL COMMISSION
ASTM AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS
PTM PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM IN METAL
PTP PROFICIENCY TESTING PROVIDER (GPTP)
CHEM CHEMICAL
H&S HOMOGENEITY & STABILITY
LAS LOW ALLOY STEEL
C CARBON
Si SILICON
Mn MANGANESE
S SULPHUR
P PHOSPHORUS
Ni NICKEL
MO MOLYBDENUM
Cu COPPER
Cr CHROMIUM
Al ALUMINUM
V VANADIUM
“X” NOT PARTICIPATED
“*” PARAMETER(S) IS (ARE) NOT COVERED UNDER NABL
SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION
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1. INTRODUCTION
Proficiency Testing has become an essential aspect of laboratory practice in all areas of testing,
calibration and inspection. Participation in proficiency testing schemes provides laboratories
with an objective means of assessing and demonstrating the reliability of the data they are
producing. One of the main uses of PT scheme is to assess laboratories’ ability to perform test
competently.
This report summarizes the results of Proficiency Testing on Chemical Composition of Low Alloy
Steel. The parameters determined in this Program are Carbon, Silicon, Manganese, Sulphur,
Phosphorus, Nickel, Molybdenum, Copper, Chromium, Aluminum & Vanadium.
The Chemical Testing on Low Alloy Steel is a routine analysis item for most of the laboratories.
The function of the testing laboratories in this PT program is to provide data after testing the PT
item. On the basis of this data the decision is made in the Trade and Commerce industry. Thus,
the reliability of test data in the laboratories can provide quality services and practicing good
quality management system.
The results from Proficiency Testing Program are useful to both participating laboratories and
accreditation bodies. Successful participation in a specific proficiency testing program may
represent evidence of competence for that exercise. Similarly, unsuccessful performance may
reflect a random departure from a laboratories normal state of competence.
2. OBJECTIVES OF PROFICIENCY TESTING
The main objective of the programme was to evaluate the performance of participating
laboratories in the analysis of Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel by means of inter-
laboratory comparison.
Test results from participants are evaluated according to the statistical techniques outlined in
ISO 13528:2015 “Statistical methods for use in proficiency testing by inter laboratory
comparisons”. The z’-score is used as a numerical indicator to assess individual participant’s
performance in the program.
3. REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
Participants were intimated through PTP Brochure. Participant or stakeholders’ interest were
entertained by PTC (Verbally/by email). Interested participants were registered through
registration form (RF/GPTP/PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00) for this PT program. After getting
minimum number of participants, an Intimation letter (Annexure-I) was sent to concerned
participant to inform about the status of PT program.
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4. PROGRAM DETAILS
A piece of the steel block (approx. 43 X 24 mm) was distributed to concern participants
(18 participants). The PT item is to be treated by laboratory in the same way as routine
laboratory samples. Total Thirty-three laboratories have participated in this PT program.
4.1 EFFECTIVE PT SCHEDULE:
TABLE 1: PT PROGRAM SCHEDULE
S. No. PT Activities Effective Date
1. Invitation & Registration 25th Oct 2019 - 22nd Nov 2019
2. Purchase of Raw Material 20th July 2019 to 30th July 2019
3. Material Verification 14th Oct 2019 to 20th Oct 2019
4. Sample Preparation 15th Oct 2019 to 16th Oct 2019
5. Homogeneity Testing & Evaluation 15th Oct 2019 to 24th Oct 2019
6. Final Packing and Labeling 25th Oct 2019
7. Sample Dispatch 30th Oct 2019 – 22nd Nov 2019
8. Result Received 06th Nov 2019 – 30th Nov 2019
9. Data Analysis 04th Dec 2019 – 11th Dec 2019
10. Final Report Generation & Distribution 12th Dec 2019 – 13th Dec 2019
Figure – 1
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4.2 PREPARATION OF PT ITEMS:
PT item given to the participants is already prepared for testing by the PTP. Hence there is no
sample preparation required at the participants end. The PT item is to be tested on received
basis.
4.3 PARAMETERS FOR THE PT SCHEME:

TABLE 2: PARAMETERS FOR THE PT SCHEME
S. No. PT Parameters Test Method Suggested Range of Testing
1. Carbon (C), % 0.10 – 0.20
2. Silicon (Si), % 0.15- 0.35
3. Manganese (Mn), % 0.3- 0.5
4. Sulphur (S), % 0.01 – 0.04
5. Phosphorus (P), % 0.01 – 0.04
ASTM E 415/IS:228/IS 8811/ Any
6. Nickel (Ni), % 3.80 – 4.50
Validated Method
7. Molybdenum (Mo), % 0.15 – 0.35
8. Aluminum (Al), 0.01 – 0.05
9. Copper (Cu), % 0.05 – 0.20
10. Vanadium (V), % 0.01 – 0.02
11. Chromium (Cr), % 1.00 – 1.40
4.4 HOMOGENEITY TESTING:

Randomly 10 PT items were selected from total PT items against each lot after Initial packaging
for homogeneity testing. Data was analyzed as per Annexure B of ISO-13528:2015 & ANOVA to
check the homogeneity of the PT item. The homogeneity of the material was satisfactory.
4.5 DISTRIBUTION OF PT ITEMS:

Participating laboratories were supplied one sealed sample of LAS-311-RM28-EN39B (43mm X 24 mm).
The final PT item was kept in plastic box with foam was sealed and labelled properly. Each plastic box
was again packed in wooden box and distributed to participant along with required information for
testing and handling of sample. Sealed PT items were distributed to the participant by speed post and
courier. Conformation of PT item receipt was ensured through the return receipt of duly filled Sample
Receipt Form from each participant. Participation Instruction Sheet and Receipt Form are given in
Annexure II & III respectively.
4.6 STABILITY TESTING:

Stability of the similar material is established in Previous PT rounds for more than 4.4 years &
the material is stable. The Analysis of the stability for this PT Item will be done after 5 years as
per Annexure-B of ISO 13528:2015.
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4.7 SUBMISSION OF RESULTS:
Participants were requested to perform the test according to the Instruction Sheet (Annexure II) and
to submit their laboratories test results to the accuracy specified in the result sheet (Annexure IV).
Reporting of test results were to be done of each parameter. In case of laboratory does not carry out
of the specified parameters then indicate the same by marking the result columns for these
parameters, with cross marks. The results of the individual laboratories were received through duly
filled Result Sheet format by email and courier also. The original data is tabulated in (TABLE 3 - 14).
4.8 ANALYSIS OF DATA:
• REMOVAL OF EXTREME RESULTS, DETERMINATION OF ASSIGNED VALUE & STANDARD DEVIATION OF

PROFICIENCY TESTING SCHEME:
In order to maintain the confidentiality of the participants of the PT Scheme, the individual participant
laboratories were given unique Lab Code numbers in result sheet format. Grubb’s Test technique,
Method used by the participants which is not equivalent with Method suggested for this PT Program
and results which are out of PT range has been used for remove the extreme /unsuitable results. The
extreme/unsuitable results have been removed for Chromium, Aluminum by using Grubb’s Test. The
extreme/unsuitable results have been removed which are out of range for the PT Parameter ie. in
Nickel & Vanadium. Grubb’s test technique and Method used by the participants which is not
equivalent with Method suggested are used to remove the extreme /unsuitable results for Carbon.
The results from participants are evaluated after removal of extreme/unsuitable value using Robust
Analysis as per Annexure C (Algorithm A) of ISO 13528:2015.
Robust Average (x*) is calculated from submitted results and used as assigned value (xpt) and Robust
estimate of the standard deviation (s*) of the participant results is used as SDPA (σpt) for the proficiency
testing program after rounding off up to 2 decimal points for Manganese, Nickel & Chromium and
rounding off up to 3 decimal points for Silicon, Carbon, Phosphorus, Sulphur, Aluminum, Molybdenum,
Vanadium & Copper as per Clause 7.7 and 8.6 of ISO 13528:2015 respectively.
The iteration has been done till no change in the 3rd significant figure of the robust mean & standard
deviation has been found as per Note-1 (Cl. C.3.1 of ISO 13528:2015).
• PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF PARTICIPANTS:
The number of the participants (n≤18) is less than eighteen or exact eighteen in this Programme.
The performance of the individual laboratory was evaluated by adopting Robust Z´ score
technique given in 9.5 of ISO 13528:2015, as per the following formula:
•
Z´ =
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Where,
is the test result reported by the individual Laboratory

is the Assigned Value
is the standard deviation of the Proficiency Assessment.
is the Standard uncertainty of the assigned Value.
• INTERPRETATION OF THE PERFORMANCE:

The calculated Z´-scores are tabulated in the report alongside the corresponding results and the
results are assessed based on their Z´-Scores. The results of Z´-Score are interpreted as follows.
|Z´| ≤ 2 = Satisfactory
2 < |Z´| < 3 = Questionable

|Z’| ≥ 3 = Unsatisfactory
An Outlier defined as any results / pair of results with an absolute Z’-Score greater than 3 i.e. Z’ >3 or
Z’>-3. The outlier criteria |Z’| > 3 has a confidence level of about 99.73% i.e. there is less than 1%
chance that the result is a true member of the population and it is for more likely that there is a
problem with this result. Laboratories which have a Z’-Score in the region 2 < 3 are encouraged to take
a close look at their results. However, the sign of the value of Z’-Scores must be considered. The value
> 3 indicate the result is too high. Similarly, negative (-3) indicates the results are too low.
5. SUBCONTRACTING ACTIVITIES
The following activities have been subcontracted for this PT program as given below:
❖ Testing for Material Verification

❖ Testing for Homogeneity Check
6. CONFIDENTIALITY IN PROFICIENCY TESTING
In order to maintain confidentiality of participants of the PT scheme, each participant

laboratories are given unique Lab ID which is only disclosed to that participant. Participant
identity, performance and report will not be disclosed to any other party without the prior
permission of the participants and written authorization. Confidentiality will be maintained at
all levels. The results of the PT can be disclosed to Accreditation/Regulatory body.
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7. APPEALS
I. Participant can register appeal online at website www.globalptprovider.com or send by email
to appeals@globalptprovider.com. Technical Director is responsible for necessary action
against any appeal.
II. Participant can appeal against the following points
a. Material preparation;
b. Homogeneity;
c. Stability of material (where applicable);
d. Performance Evaluation;
8. COMMENTS FROM TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Consensus values, derived from participants’ results, are used as the assigned values in this
program. These values are not metrologically traceable to an external reference.
Total Eighteen Laboratories have participated in this PT program. Overall Z´ Score has been
given for all the element. The performance of Eighteen Laboratories is given below-
Carbon (C): Eighteen laboratories have participated in Carbon; Fifteen labs have shown
satisfactory results; one lab has shown questionable result; two labs have shown unsatisfactory
results.
Silicon (Si): Eighteen laboratories have participated in Silicon; all labs have shown satisfactory
results.
Manganese (Mn): Eighteen laboratories have participated in Silicon; all labs have shown
satisfactory results.
Sulphur (S): Eighteen laboratories have participated in Silicon; all labs have shown satisfactory
results.
Phosphorus (P): Eighteen laboratories have participated in Silicon; all labs have shown
satisfactory results.
Nickle (Ni): Sixteen laboratories have participated in Nickel; Fourteen labs have shown
satisfactory results; Two labs have shown unsatisfactory results.
Molybdenum (Mo): Fifteen laboratories have participated in Molybdenum; Twelve labs have
shown satisfactory results; three labs have shown questionable results.
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Copper (Cu): Fourteen laboratories have participated in Copper; Eleven labs have shown
satisfactory results; three labs have shown questionable results.
Chromium (Cr): Sixteen laboratories have participated in Chromium; Fourteen labs have shown
satisfactory results; Two labs have shown unsatisfactory results.
Aluminum (Al): Fourteen laboratories have participated in Aluminum; thirteen labs have shown
satisfactory results; One lab has shown unsatisfactory results.
Vanadium (V): Fourteen laboratories have participated in Vanadium; thirteen labs have shown
satisfactory results; One lab has shown unsatisfactory results.
No of
Participants
Sl. No. of Assigned (Taken Out by % of Non-
Test Parameters SDPA ( )
No. Participants Value ( ) Grubb Test or Outlier Results
any other
Technique)
1. Carbon (C), % 18 0.159 0.005 3 83.3
2. Silicon (Si), % 18 0.230 0.018 Nil 100.0
3. Manganese (Mn), % 18 0.38 0.01 Nil 100.0
4. Sulphur (S), % 18 0.016 0.003 Nil 100.0
5. Phosphorus (P), % 18 0.015 0.004 Nil 100.0
6. Nickel (Ni), % 16 3.99 0.09 1 87.5
7. Molybdenum (Mo), % 15 0.209 0.018 Nil 100.0
8. Copper (Cu), % 14 0.099 0.011 Nil 100.0
9. Chromium (Cr), % 16 1.18 0.03 2 87.5
10. Aluminum (Al), % 14 0.036 0.005 1 92.9
11. Vanadium (V), % 14 0.013 0.003 1 92.9
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SUMMARY OF RESULTS [DATA TABLES]
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TABLE 3: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR CARBON (C), %

Carbon (C), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
Test Method Adopted Z' Score Performance
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
Spectrometer
014119 0.155 0.159 0.158 0.155 0.157 0.157 Spectro M9 (OES -0.40 Satisfactory
Technique)
024119 0.164 0.166 0.165 0.164 0.162 0.164 ASTM E 415 1.00 Satisfactory
034119 0.156 0.156 0.155 0.149 0.157 0.154 IS 8811 - 98 (RA 2018) -1.00 Satisfactory
SOP CH-21 Based On
#044119 0.131 0.133 0.133 0.128 0.131 0.131 -5.60 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
054119 0.160 0.150 0.150 0.150 0.160 0.150 ASTM E - 415 -1.80 Satisfactory
064119 0.160 0.157 0.156 0.160 0.162 0.159 ASTM E 415: 2017 0.00 Satisfactory
074119 0.159 0.155 0.151 0.152 0.160 0.155 ASTM E-415 - 14 -0.80 Satisfactory
084119 0.157 0.157 0.157 0.157 0.157 0.157 IS 8811: 1998 -0.40 Satisfactory
094119 0.156 0.164 0.161 0.159 0.158 0.160 IS: 8811 0.20 Satisfactory
#104119 0.194 0.193 0.196 0.189 0.186 0.192 ASTM E 415 6.60 Unsatisfactory
114119 0.160 0.159 0.159 0.163 0.159 0.160 ASTM E - 415 - 2017 0.20 Satisfactory
124119 0.158 0.160 0.163 0.158 0.153 0.158 IS 228 -0.20 Satisfactory
134119 0.157 0.155 0.157 0.156 0.155 0.156 ASTM E 415 / 17 -0.60 Satisfactory
144119 0.169 0.174 0.174 0.173 0.170 0.172 ASTM E 415 2.60 Questionable
154119 0.163 0.162 0.159 0.156 0.161 0.160 IS 8811: 1998 0.20 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.160 0.160 0.171 0.167 0.166 0.165 1.20 Satisfactory
Technique)
A Text book of Metallor
#174119 0.170 0.170 0.160 0.170 0.160 0.160 Analysis; Jain & Agarwal 0.20 Satisfactory
cn.4.1, Test method
184119 0.164 0.161 0.160 0.161 0.161 0.162 IS 8811 0.60 Satisfactory
Number of Participants 18
Range of Accepted Results 0.150-192
Assigned Value ( ), % 0.159
Uncertainty of Assigned Value ( ), % 0.001
Standard Deviation for Proficiency Assessment ( ), % 0.005

Note: # Result is not considered in z´-score calculation
Red Colour Indicates Unsatisfactory Green Colour Indicates Satisfactory Pink Colour Indicates Questionable
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TABLE 4: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR SILICON (Si), %

Silicon (Si), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
Spectrometer
014119 0.255 0.253 0.256 0.251 0.253 0.254 Spectro M9 1.26 Satisfactory
(OES Technique)
024119 0.225 0.228 0.227 0.225 0.223 0.226 ASTM E 415 -0.21 Satisfactory
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.265 0.267 0.268 0.266 0.268 0.267 1.95 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
054119 0.240 0.230 0.240 0.230 0.240 0.240 ASTM E - 415 0.53 Satisfactory
074119 0.247 0.239 0.240 0.246 0.247 0.244 ASTM E-415 - 14 0.74 Satisfactory
084119 0.240 0.240 0.240 0.240 0.241 0.240 IS 8811: 1998 0.53 Satisfactory
094119 0.217 0.223 0.225 0.215 0.220 0.220 IS: 8811 -0.53 Satisfactory
124119 0.236 0.229 0.232 0.231 0.230 0.232 IS 228 0.11 Satisfactory
134119 0.230 0.231 0.231 0.226 0.235 0.230 ASTM E 415 / 17 0.00 Satisfactory
154119 0.214 0.213 0.209 0.212 0.212 0.212 IS 8811: 1998 -0.95 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.190 0.190 0.210 0.220 0.210 0.200 -1.58 Satisfactory
Technique)
174119 0.230 0.230 0.220 0.260 0.260 0.240 IS:228 / PART-8 (2014) 0.53 Satisfactory
184119 0.228 0.226 0.227 0.228 0.226 0.227 IS 8811 -0.16 Satisfactory
Range of Accepted Results 0.200-0.267
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TABLE 5: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR MANGANESE (Mn), %

Manganese (Mn), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
Spectrometer
014119 0.380 0.380 0.370 0.380 0.370 0.370 Spectro M9 (OES -1.00 Satisfactory
Technique)
034119 0.394 0.390 0.388 0.380 0.389 0.390 IS 8811 - 98 (RA 2018) 1.00 Satisfactory
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.368 0.370 0.371 0.368 0.370 0.370 -1.00 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 0.378 0.377 0.376 0.377 0.377 0.380 IS 8811: 1998 0.00 Satisfactory
094119 0.383 0.377 0.383 0.377 0.381 0.380 IS: 8811 0.00 Satisfactory
124119 0.390 0.400 0.390 0.400 0.400 0.390 IS 228 1.00 Satisfactory
154119 0.384 0.381 0.383 0.381 0.384 0.380 IS 8811: 1998 0.00 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.390 0.390 0.400 0.400 0.420 0.400 2.00 Satisfactory
Technique)
174119 0.360 0.360 0.360 0.360 0.360 0.360 IS:228 / PART-2 (2018) -2.00 Satisfactory
184119 0.390 0.389 0.390 0.392 0.390 0.390 IS 8811 1.00 Satisfactory
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TABLE 6: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR SULPHUR (S), %

Sulphur (S), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
Spectrometer
014119 0.019 0.020 0.020 0.021 0.020 0.020 Spectro M9 (OES 1.33 Satisfactory
Technique)
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 0.020 1.33 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 0.014 0.014 0.014 0.014 0.014 0.014 IS 8811: 1998 -0.67 Satisfactory
094119 0.017 0.017 0.017 0.017 0.017 0.017 IS: 8811 0.33 Satisfactory
114119 0.012 0.012 0.013 0.013 0.013 0.013 ASTM E - 415 - 2017 -1.00 Satisfactory
124119 0.014 0.014 0.015 0.017 0.016 0.015 IS 228 -0.33 Satisfactory
154119 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 IS 8811: 1998 -0.33 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.022 0.022 0.020 0.019 0.023 0.021 1.67 Satisfactory
Technique)
184119 0.015 0.013 0.014 0.014 0.014 0.014 IS 8811 -0.67 Satisfactory
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TABLE 7: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR PHOSPHORUS (P), %

Phosphorus (P), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
Spectrometer
014119 0.022 0.022 0.022 0.022 0.021 0.022 Spectro M9 (OES 1.75 Satisfactory
Technique)
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.012 0.012 0.012 0.012 0.012 0.012 -0.75 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 IS 8811: 1998 0.00 Satisfactory
094119 0.018 0.018 0.018 0.018 0.018 0.018 IS: 8811 0.75 Satisfactory
114119 0.014 0.013 0.014 0.016 0.014 0.014 ASTM E - 415 - 2017 -0.25 Satisfactory
124119 0.016 0.017 0.015 0.016 0.014 0.016 IS 228 0.25 Satisfactory
154119 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 0.015 IS 8811: 1998 0.00 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.013 0.013 0.009 0.010 0.010 0.011 -1.00 Satisfactory
Technique)
184119 0.017 0.016 0.016 0.016 0.016 0.016 IS 8811 0.25 Satisfactory
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TABLE 8:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR NICKEL (Ni), %

Nickel (Ni), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 3.97 3.98 3.98 4.04 4.00 3.99 0.00 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 X X X X X X X X X
094119 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 IS: 8811 0.11 Satisfactory
124119 3.89 3.90 3.90 3.86 3.94 3.90 IS 228 -1.00 Satisfactory
#144119 3.71 3.72 3.73 3.72 3.71 3.72 ASTM E 415 -3.00 Unsatisfactory
154119 3.90 3.90 3.91 3.92 3.91 3.91 IS 8811: 1998 -0.89 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 4.36 4.36 4.26 4.31 4.33 4.32 3.67 Unsatisfactory
Technique)
174119 3.87 3.92 3.87 3.85 3.92 3.88 IS:228 / PART-5 (2014) -1.22 Satisfactory
184119 3.98 3.98 3.99 3.99 3.96 3.98 IS 8811 -0.11 Satisfactory

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TABLE 9:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR MOLYBDENUM (MO), %

Molybdenum (Mo), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.221 0.221 0.223 0.221 0.225 0.222 0.68 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
064119 0.168 0.168 0.169 0.170 0.172 0.169 ASTM E 415: 2017 -2.11 Questionable
084119 X X X X X X X X X
094119 0.196 0.204 0.202 0.197 0.203 0.200 IS: 8811 -0.47 Satisfactory
104119 0.253 0.253 0.255 0.251 0.249 0.252 ASTM E 415 2.26 Questionable
124119 X X X X X X X X X
154119 0.200 0.198 0.201 0.200 0.203 0.200 IS 8811: 1998 -0.47 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.190 0.190 0.190 0.190 0.180 0.190 -1.00 Satisfactory
Technique)
174119 0.260 0.260 0.280 0.230 0.230 0.250 IS:228 / PART-7 (2018) 2.16 Questionable
184119 0.212 0.210 0.210 0.212 0.209 0.211 IS 8811 0.11 Satisfactory
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TABLE 10:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR COPPER (CU), %

Copper (Cu), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
034119 0.133 0.137 0.135 0.131 0.133 0.134 IS 8811 - 98 (RA 2018) 2.92 Questionable
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.069 0.069 0.069 0.069 0.069 0.069 -2.50 Questionable
ASTM E 415
084119 X X X X X X X X X
094119 0.104 0.096 0.100 0.097 0.103 0.100 IS: 8811 0.08 Satisfactory
114119 0.131 0.119 0.135 0.120 0.114 0.124 ASTM E - 415 - 2017 2.08 Questionable
124119 X X X X X X X X X
154119 0.104 0.098 0.101 0.103 0.100 0.101 IS 8811: 1998 0.17 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 0.112 0.112 0.107 0.106 0.095 0.106 0.58 Satisfactory
Technique)
174119 X X X X X X X X X
184119 0.097 0.097 0.097 0.097 0.097 0.097 IS 8811 -0.17 Satisfactory
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TABLE 11:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR CHROMIUM (Cr), %

Chromium (Cr), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 1.14 1.14 1.14 1.14 1.14 1.14 -1.33 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 X X X X X X X X X
094119 1.17 1.17 1.17 1.17 1.17 1.17 IS: 8811 -0.33 Satisfactory
#104119 1.38 1.38 1.40 1.40 1.39 1.39 ASTM E 415 7.00 Unsatisfactory
124119 1.15 1.20 1.20 1.17 1.18 1.18 IS 228 0.00 Satisfactory
154119 1.17 1.17 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.17 IS 8811: 1998 -0.33 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
164119 1.09 1.09 1.17 1.17 1.16 1.14 -1.33 Satisfactory
Technique)
#174119 1.35 1.38 1.32 1.26 1.31 1.32 IS:228 / PART-6 (2014) 4.67 Unsatisfactory
184119 1.20 1.20 1.20 1.20 1.20 1.20 IS 8811 0.67 Satisfactory

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TABLE 13:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR ALUMINUM (Al), %

Aluminum (Al), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
034119 X X X X X X X X X
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.029 0.029 0.030 0.030 0.031 0.030 -1.20 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
084119 0.040 0.041 0.041 0.041 0.040 0.041 IS 8811: 1998 1.00 Satisfactory
094119 0.046 0.045 0.044 0.045 0.045 0.045 IS: 8811 1.80 Satisfactory
124119 X X X X X X X X X
154119 0.038 0.037 0.037 0.038 0.038 0.038 IS 8811: 1998 0.40 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
#164119 0.001 0.001 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.017 -3.80 Unsatisfactory
Technique)
174119 X X X X X X X X X
184119 0.037 0.037 0.038 0.037 0.037 0.037 IS 8811 0.20 Satisfactory

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TABLE 14:ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR VANADIUM (V), %

Vanadium (V), %
Lab Observed Value

Code
R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 Avg.
014119 X X X X X X X X X
SOP CH-21 Based On
044119 0.016 0.016 0.016 0.016 0.016 0.016 1.00 Satisfactory
ASTM E 415
064119 0.010 0.011 0.011 0.011 0.011 0.011 ASTM E 415: 2017 -0.67 Satisfactory
084119 X X X X X X X X X
094119 0.015 0.015 0.016 0.015 0.016 0.015 IS: 8811 0.67 Satisfactory
124119 X X X X X X X X X
154119 0.011 0.014 0.016 0.014 0.015 0.014 IS 8811: 1998 0.33 Satisfactory
Spectroscopy (OES
#164119 0.002 0.002 0.004 0.005 0.004 0.003 -3.33 Unsatisfactory
Technique)
174119 X X X X X X X X X
184119 0.011 0.011 0.011 0.011 0.011 0.011 IS 8811 -0.67 Satisfactory

Note: # The Result is not included in Z’ Score Calculation
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ROBUST Z- SCORE CHART: LAB CODE VS Z-SCORE
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Carbon (C), %
FIGURE – 2
FIGURE – 3
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Silicon (Si), %
FIGURE – 4
FIGURE – 5
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Manganese (Mn), %
FIGURE – 6
FIGURE – 7
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Sulphur (S), %
FIGURE – 8
FIGURE – 9
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Phosphorus (P), %
FIGURE – 12
FIGURE – 10
FIGURE – 11
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Nickel (Ni), %
FIGURE – 12
FIGURE – 13
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Molybdenum (Mo), %
FIGURE – 14
FIGURE – 15
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Copper (Cu), %
FIGURE – 16
FIGURE – 17
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Chromium (Cr), %
FIGURE – 18
FIGURE – 19
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Aluminum (Al), % P-1017
FIGURE – 20
FIGURE – 21
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Aluminum (Al), % P-1017

Vanadium (V), %
FIGURE – 22
FIGURE – 23
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P-1017
OUTLIER RESULTS
Overall Eighteen Laboratories have participated in this proficiency testing program and the results are given below in
tabulated form
TABLE 15: OUTLIER RESULTS SUMMARY
S. No. Test Parameters No. of Results Questionable Outlier
1. Carbon (C), % 18 1 2
2. Silicon (Si), % 18 Nil Nil
3. Manganese (Mn), % 18 Nil Nil
4. Sulphur (S), % 18 Nil Nil
5. Phosphorus (P), % 18 Nil Nil
6. Nickel (Ni), % 16 Nil 1
7. Molybdenum (Mo), % 15 3 Nil
8. Copper (Cu), % 14 3 Nil
9. Chromium (Cr), % 16 Nil 2
10. Aluminium (Al), % 14 Nil 1
11 Vanadium (V), % 14 Nil 1
In case the Performance of the laboratory in the proficiency testing is not found satisfactory, the laboratory should
find out its causes of inadequacy. Once the causes are analyzed it would be possible for the laboratory to identify the
number of areas where improvement is needed.
-------------------End of Report----------------
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IS/GPTP/PTM/MECH/21/16-17/00
Annexure – I
INTIMATION LETTER
CIN.- U74140DL2010PTC201479
Ref. No.: GPTP/CHEM/LAS/XXXXXX/XX Date: XXXXXXX
Dear Sir/Madam,
We would like to draw your kind attention on the following matter that PT Program on
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF LOW ALLOY STEEL is going to start in the month of ------------. One
sealed PT item will be sent to each participant. The tentative schedule for current PT program is
given below:
Dispatch Last Date to Last date to receive Tentative Date for

Sl.
PT Scheme Details Start Date Receive PT test Result at PT Report Generation &
No.
of PT Item Consent provider end Dispatch
Scheme Name:
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF LOW
1. ALLOY STEEL
Scheme Code:
PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
The Scheme detail is given below:

Scheme Name Method Participation
Scheme Code Parameter Range
Fees
Carbon (C), % ASTM E 0.10 – 0.20
Silicon (Si), % 415/IS:228/IS 0.15- 0.35
Manganese (Mn), % 8811/ Any 0.3- 0.5
Sulphur (S), % Validated 0.01 – 0.04
CHEMICAL
Phosphorus (P), % Method 0.01 – 0.04
COMPOSITION
PTM/CHEM/41/19-20 Nickel (Ni), % 3.80 – 4.50
OF LOW Molybdenum (Mo), % 0.15 – 0.35
ALLOY STEEL Aluminium (Al), 0.01 – 0.05
Copper (Cu), % 0.05 – 0.20
Vanadium (V), % 0.01 – 0.02
Chromium (Cr), % 1.00 – 1.40
The interested participants still have a chance to send their consent to participate in this PT
within -------------. Consent will not be entertained after -------------.
Participants will be informed about the schedule on prior basis if any changes occur in given
schedule due to insufficient participants or any other reason.
Note – Registered candidate need not to send their consent again.
Your early response in this matter will be appreciated.
PT Coordinator
Email: mech@globalptprovider.com/enquiry@globalptprovider.com
Mob: 09873001545/9582999061, Tel.: 91-011-40722200
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IS/GPTP/PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00
Annexure – II
Proficiency Testing Program
CIN.- U74140DL2010PTC201479
Instruction Sheet
Scheme Name: Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel
Scheme Code: PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
To ensure that the results obtained from this program can be analyzed properly, the participants are
asked to adhere carefully to the following instructions:
1. Participants are advised to treat PT items as routine test item.
2. A piece of the steel disc (thick – 24 mm & diameter – 43 mm) labeled with GPTP Logo and LOT No.
– LAS-311-RM28-EN39B and S.No. is supplied to each participating laboratory.
3. The PT item should be stored at 25 ± 10o C temperature.
,
4. For Wet Analysis (IS:228);

Chips Sample Preparation:
i. Sample should be cleaned with organic solvent like ether or acetone (AR Grade), dried in air
oven at 100±5 ˚C before use (Wet Analysis).
ii. Sample should be drilled to obtain chips sample;
iii. Chips should be thoroughly mixed before weighing the test portion;
iv. The tools, machines and containers used during preparation of the sample should be cleaned to
prevent any contamination;
v. Machining should be carried out in such a way that the chips are not subject to overheating
which will be indicated by change in the color of chips;
5. AR/High purity grade of chemical & distilled water (confirming to IS 1070:1992) recommended for
analysis (Wet Analysis).
6. The PT item has to be tested for the following parameters as per given test method:
PT Item PT Parameters Range of Testing Test Method
Carbon (C), % 0.10 – 0.20

Silicon (Si), % 0.15- 0.35
Manganese (Mn), % 0.3- 0.5
Sulphur (S), % 0.01 – 0.04
Phosphorus (P), % 0.01 – 0.04 ASTM E 415/IS:228/IS
Steel Disc Nickel (Ni), % 3.80 – 4.50 8811/ Any Validated
Molybdenum (Mo), % 0.15 – 0.35 Method
Aluminium (Al), 0.01 – 0.05
Copper (Cu), % 0.05 – 0.20
Vanadium (V), % 0.01 – 0.02
Chromium (Cr), % 1.00 – 1.40
[Note Results of Al, V & Cu are not to be reported by the participants those who will submit results as
per IS: 228]
Issue No: 01 Revision No: --

Issue Date: 28.06.2019 Revision Date:--
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7. If you are using any test method other than mentioned, you have to submit the copy of
standard/method used for testing.
8. For each parameter, five test result including Average should be reported. Results are to be
reported to the accuracy specified in the result sheet. The results are to be written/ typed legibly
in black colour.
9. Testing data of Reference material & Certificates of Reference material has to be submitted along
with result sheet
10. In case your laboratory does not carry out of the specified parameters, please indicate the same by
marking the result columns for these parameters, with a cross.
11. For this program, each laboratory has been allocated a Laboratory code number as in the result
sheet. Each Laboratory has received the result sheet with the unique code number.
12. If the laboratory using the test method other than the specified tests method the same should be
clearly mentioned in the result sheet.
13. On receipt of the PT item, please send the Receipt Form, duly filled to the address mentioned in
the form by courier/speed post/mail.
14. Please be ensured that
• Prescribed Test methods are followed.
• Equipment with approved range & accuracy are used as per the standard requirement
• Traceability requirements in all calibrations are met.
• Proper RM is used before commencement of testing.
15. Results reported on letter head or any other format will not be accepted. The laboratory has to
Provide the results in the prescribed format as given on the result sheet. This is to ensure
confidentiality of the laboratory.
16. The goal of the study is to characterization of the material & the result can be used for the purpose
of the characterization study.
17. You are requested to please submit PT Results along with Accreditation Certificate & Related
Scope
18. Testing should commence as soon as possible after receiving the PT item and the results should be
reported not later than the date specified in the Result sheet. You are requested to email the
result immediately after completion of testing.
Mrs. Preeti Sharma

PT Coordinator
Global PT provider Pvt. Ltd.
F-89/22, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-I
New Delhi- 110020
Mob : 09873001545/9582999061
Email: mech@globalptprovider.com/care@globalptprovider.com
Issue No: 01 Revision No: --

Issue Date: 28.06.2019 Revision Date:--
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Annexure - III
Sample Receipt Form
Scheme Name: Proficiency Testing on Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel
Scheme Code: PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
Details of Participating Laboratory
Name of the Contact Person
Designation
Name of the laboratory
Address
Telephone/Mobile No.
Fax No.
E-mail Address
In order to help us to monitor the progress of the proficiency testing program, we request each
participating laboratory to fill up this receipt form on receipt of samples and post/mail/fax it to:
(To be filled in by the participating laboratory)
Date of Receipt
Condition of sample received

Description of non conformance (if any)
Mode of receiving sample
No. of samples received
Any suggestions
Signature & Date
Name of the Coordinator PTC

Address Global PT Provider Pvt. Ltd.
F-89/22, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-I New Delhi-110020
Telephone No. & Fax No 09873001545, 011-40702222
E-mail Address mech@globalptprovider.com; /enquiry@globalptprovider.com;
Issue No: 01
Issue Date: 28.06.2019 Revision No: --
Revision Date: --
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RESULT SHEET
PT Scheme Name: Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel
PT Scheme Code: PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
Laboratory Code No.: XXXXXX
All information is Mandatory:
Uncertainty of Measurement
Sl. No. PT Parameters Observed Value Test Method used (±)
(on reported Value)
1. Carbon (C), %
2. Silicon (Si), %
3. Manganese (Mn), %
4. Sulphur (S), %
5. Phosphorus (P), %
6. Nickel (Ni), %
7. Molybdenum (Mo), %
8. Copper (Cu), %
9. Chromium (Cr), %
10. Aluminium (Al), %
11. Vanadium (V), %
(i) [Note: Result of Al, V & Cu is not to be reported by the participants those who will submit results as per IS: 228]
(ii) [C, Si, S, P, Mo, Al, V & Cu should be reported to accuracy up to three decimals and other elements Mn, Ni & Cr Should be reported to accuracy up to two
decimals](iii) Please submit PT Results along with testing data of RM(s) used and Copy of the RM Certificate(s).
Revision No: --
Issue No: 01
Revision Date: --
Issue Date: 28.06.2019
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Test Date: ______________________________ Lab Temperature (℃) at the time of testing: ________
Equipment Details:
Name & Manufacturer: ___________________________________________
Calibrated By: ______________________________ Calibration Date: ______________________________
Traceability: _______________________________ RM Used: ______________________________
Last Date of Result Submission: xxxxxx
Result Submission Date: ________________ Signature: _________________
Name: ____________________
[Do not use the company sealed]
[Please mail the complete result sheet to PTC, mech@globalptprovider.com / care@globalptprovider.com, M: 09873001545/9582999061]
Revision No: --
Issue No: 01
Revision Date: --
Issue Date: 28.06.2019
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LSS/GPTP/PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/00
CIN.- U74140DL2010PTC201479 Annexure – V

GLOBAL PT PROVIDER PVT LTD, NEW DELHI
PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM ON CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF LOW ALLOY STEEL
SCHEME CODE – PTM/CHEM/41/19-20
LABORATORY SUMMARY SHEET
Date of Issue: XXXXXXXX
Summary Sheet No.: GPTP/PTM/CHEM/41/19-20/XX
Laboratory Name: Lab Code: XXXXXX

Address:
Kind Attention:
Average Standard
Lab’s Result Assigned Deviation for
Sl. Robust Z’-
PT Parameter Value Proficiency
No. score
R1 (xpt) Assessment
R2 R3 R4 R5
(σpt)
1. Carbon (C), %
2. Silicon (Si), %
3. Manganese (Mn), %
4. Sulphur (S), %
5. Phosphorus (P), %
6. Nickel (Ni), %
7. Molybdenum (Mo), %
8. Copper (Cu), %
9. Chromium (Cr), %
10. Aluminium (Al), %
11. Vanadium (V), %
Comments:
Z’-score falls in the range of 2.0 < |z’| < 3.0 is regarded as a warning result; while any absolute value of Z’-score
exceeding 3.0 is regarded as an action result. Participants with │z’│ ≥3.0 should thoroughly investigate their
results.
Participants with z-score in the range │z’│≤2.0 are considered to be Acceptable.
Authorized Signatory
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PT Scheme: Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel PT Scheme Code: PTM/CHEM/41/19-20

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PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM

PT SCHEME NAME : Chemical Composition of Low Alloy Steel

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• COORDINATORS OF THE PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM:

• ADVISORY GROUP OF THE PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAM:

REPORT PREPARED BY REPORT CHECKED BY REPORT AUTHORISED BY

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S. No. Description Page No.

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2. OBJECTIVES OF PROFICIENCY TESTING

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4.3 PARAMETERS FOR THE PT SCHEME:

4.4 HOMOGENEITY TESTING:

4.5 DISTRIBUTION OF PT ITEMS:

4.6 STABILITY TESTING:

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4.8 ANALYSIS OF DATA:

• REMOVAL OF EXTREME RESULTS, DETERMINATION OF ASSIGNED VALUE & STANDARD DEVIATION OF

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is the test result reported by the individual Laboratory

is the Standard uncertainty of the assigned Value.

• INTERPRETATION OF THE PERFORMANCE:

2 < |Z´| < 3 = Questionable

❖ Testing for Material Verification

6. CONFIDENTIALITY IN PROFICIENCY TESTING

In order to maintain confidentiality of participants of the PT scheme, each participant

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8. COMMENTS FROM TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

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SUMMARY OF RESULTS [DATA TABLES]

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TABLE 3: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR CARBON (C), %

Lab Observed Value

Assigned Value ( ), % 0.159

Uncertainty of Assigned Value ( ), % 0.001

Standard Deviation for Proficiency Assessment ( ), % 0.005

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TABLE 4: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR SILICON (Si), %

Lab Observed Value

Assigned Value ( ), % 0.230

Uncertainty of Assigned Value ( ), % 0.005

Standard Deviation for Proficiency Assessment ( ), % 0.018

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TABLE 5: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR MANGANESE (Mn), %

Lab Observed Value

Assigned Value ( ), % 0.38

Uncertainty of Assigned Value ( ), % 0.003

Standard Deviation for Proficiency Assessment ( ), % 0.01

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TABLE 6: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR SULPHUR (S), %

Lab Observed Value

Assigned Value ( ), % 0.016

Uncertainty of Assigned Value ( ), % 0.001

Standard Deviation for Proficiency Assessment ( ), % 0.003

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TABLE 7: ROBUST Z´-SCORE FOR PHOSPHORUS (P), %

Lab Observed Value