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From automated teller machines and atomic clocks to mammograms and semiconductors, innumerable products and services rely in some way on technology, measurement and standards provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Founded in 1901, NIST is a non-regulatory federal agency within the United States Commerce Department's Technology Administration. NIST's mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve the quality of life. NIST carries out its mission in four cooperative programs: the NIST Laboratories, Baldrige National Quality Program, Manufacturing Extension Partnership and Advanced Technology Program. NIST has an operating budget of about $930 million and operates in Gaithersburg, Md., and Boulder, Colo.

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In operation for more than 70 years the Gaithersburg - Washington Grove Volunteer Fire Department serves the communities of Gaithersburg, Washington Grove, Derwood and Montgomery Village. It offers fire fighting, emergency medical, administrative and auxiliary services. The department operates a hazardous materials unit and fire stations. It maintains a command car, backup engine, brush truck and fire fighting rig. The department also has a utility truck that features a generator, lighting equipment and tools. It operates a museum that stocks a collection of helmets, uniforms, badges, department logs, radios and touch-screen computers. The Gaithersburg - Washington Grove Volunteer Fire Department maintains an assembly hall that can accommodate gatherings of over 140 people and is available for weddings and parties on a rental basis.