Specialties
Pace Analytical Services, LLC is a privately held, industry-leading sampling and analytical testing firm. Pace provides analytical lab solutions for testing, staffing and equipment, with a wide scope of services.
Environmental: analytical testing and sampling
Life sciences GMP laboratory: testing for pharmaceutical, medical and drug-devices
Laboratory operations: staffing and instrumentation services
With a nationwide network of 29 environmental laboratories, 3 life sciences labs, 2 LabOps locations, and 46 service centers, Pace has the capacity to support a diverse client base--from local, state and national government programs to industry, engineering/consulting, mining, energy and R&D. Over 40 years of experience gives us the expertise and vision to partner with these clients, providing analytical testing and services to support both short-term needs and long-term development--even in today's challenging economic environment.
History
Established in 1978.
Pace began on a much smaller scale in 1978, serving Minneapolis and the surrounding areas with founder and CEO Steve Vanderboom at the helm. A commitment to safety and high ethical standards, respect for both clients and employees, and a drive for excellence inspired us as we expanded - and these values are at the core of everything we do today. Still under Vanderboom's directorship, we are proud to be industry leaders, offering an unparalleled range of services delivered by the most experienced scientific professionals. No matter the scope of work or special requirements, we have the people, knowledge and technology to tackle them. Partnering with us, clients are guaranteed to experience the Pace Analytical difference.
Meet the Business Owner: Steve V.
Steve Vanderboom possesses over 39 years of experience in the analytical services industry, specifically in the areas of environmental testing, pharmaceutical and medical device testing, product testing, field services and environmental consulting. Mr. Vanderboom founded Pace in 1978 and has served as its President and CEO since that time. Pace Analytical Services, LLC is a privately held national company offering analytical services and measurements and employs more than 2,300 people in 80 locations around the United States and in Puerto Rico. Mr. Vanderboom received a Masters in Environmental Engineering from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelors in Civil Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Steve lives in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, area and is an active participant in his church, community, and professional organizations including the American Council of Independent Laboratories and the World President's Organization.