One of the most important members of the team at the USBC isn't a scientist, it's a state of the art ball throwing robot named E.A.R.L.

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In December of 2010, the Equipment Specifications and Certifications team lost a friend and mentor with the sudden passing of Jim Jaryszak.

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The full report of this research can be found here.

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Find an article for the Equipment Specification and Certification team.

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 Equipment & Spec related videos, including "Ball Approval Process", "Pin Approval Process", "USBC Laboratory" and "E.A.R.L. vs Chris Barnes".  

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Research engineers, chemists and technicians test bowling balls, pins, lane surfaces and oils.

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These professional staff members have many years of combined experience in the industry and many of them are highly competitive bowlers.

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The team helps uphold the credibility of the sport and makes competition fair by inspecting lane beds in bowling centers.

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The USBC Equipment Specifications and Certifications Committee has adopted a new specification for all bowling balls approved.

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USBC has developed this Internet based training program for lane certification and inspection.

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Need to know which balls, cleaners, finishes, etc. are approved for competition?

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This demonstrates how the Equipment and Specifications team are contributing to the ITRC.

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The science of bowling is one which, like any science, has its share of technical jargon.

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Looking for a forms or manual?

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Get the presentation, images, and handouts from the Bowl Expo presentation.

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Get a detailed look at how different equipment and requirements are tested.

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