Alpha Measurement Solutions products

Monitoring and controlling specific ion strengths at multiple stages along the drinking water production process ensures the final product is safe for consumption. Ion-selective electrodes (ISE) are commonly used to address specific issues related to drinking water production and community water quality.

Municipal and industrial wastewater facilities measure ion concentrations upstream, on-site at the treatment facility, and downstream to meet government regulations. Specific ions play a large role in identifying the performance of wastewater biology, efficient use of treatment chemicals and energy, and odor control of the effluent. The following ion-selective electrodes (ISE) are examples of critical ions measured throughout the wastewater treatment process: Ammonium, nitrate, potassium, chloride, water hardness (total calcium and magnesium), ammonia.

Specific ion measurements are critical to monitoring trends over time to understand the impact on environmental health. Ion-selective electrodes (ISE) provide this real-time data along with the ability for spot checks when necessary.  Examples where ions are important in environmental monitoring include: Nitrate, ammonium, ammonia ISEs measure the nitrification / denitrification of the nitrogen cycle in natural waters to determine nutrient impact. Chloride ISE is utilized to measure the pollution impact and water quality. Potassium ISE measurements identify fertilizer runoffs or other man-made influences to a body of water. Water hardness, also referred to as total calcium and magnesium, identifies high mineral content.