Washington Laboratories has extensive experience in a variety of engineering and testing programs and products.
From compliance testing to design reviews, mitigation, site surveys, specialized test services, customized seminars and webinars
We test both at our facility and on-the-road, providing our expertise to numerous clients in the US and abroad.
High attention to customer service, quick response time and flexibility have helped Washington Laboratories, Ltd. serve a wide range of clients – from Fortune 500 firms, to small and medium-sized manufacturers in numerous technical markets.

Washington Laboratories was started by Dr. J.L. Norman Violette and Liv & Mike Violette in Gaithersburg, MD as commercial EMC was reaching every technology sector. We now serve clients in the US, Europe and Asia who need access to information and support to meet regulatory and performance requirements for today’s and tomorrow’s markets. Now in its third generation of family leadership, Samuel Violette, VP of Operations, continues to expand the company’s testing and compliance capabilities across North America.
With a strong tradition of technical excellence, innovative solutions, and a customer-first approach, Washington Laboratories is proud to be a leader in EMC, radio, telecommunications, safety, and product compliance.
J.L. Norman Violette, Ph.D., M.B.A., P.E., international lecturer, founder of Violette Engineering Corporation (VEC), CEO of Washington Laboratories and co-author of the ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY HANDBOOK, worked for over 40 years in electromagnetics and electronics. Well-known for his pioneering efforts in EMC research and education, Norm conducted over 200 domestic and international EMC seminars. Norm passed away in 2008 [Obituary].

