Envirochem Analytical Laboratories LTD
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Envirochem Analytical Laboratories LTD services
ASBESTOS SURVEYS
Envirochem routinely carry out a variety of asbestos surveys all in accordance with HSG 264. Envirochem undertake Management and Major Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Surveys in accordance with our UKAS accreditation based upon HSE Guidance Note Asbestos: The survey guide (HSG 264). We also undertake Re-inspection Surveys of buildings which have previously undergone Management Asbestos Surveys. The report is tailored in every way to the client's needs. Reports are produced using asbestos survey management software, and are available in special formats if required. A signed digital copy of the report is emailed to the client following quality checking. Asbestos Surveys are quoted on an individual basis. Please contact us for a free asbestos survey estimate! Provide as much detail as possible about the scope of your project including the size, age, usage, location and any other relevant information about the property.
Asbestos Air Monitoring AND FIBRE COUNTING
Envirochem offer the full range of Asbestos Air Monitoring Services geared specifically to meet the requirements of your project, in accordance with HSG 248. Our growing fleet of asbestos analysts are provided with fully equipped mobile laboratories allowing for on-site analysis of air samples and instant certification upon completion of analytical monitoring. Whilst the majority of our workload is undertaken during normal working hours from Monday to Friday our team of analysts are available for overnight and weekend work. We will always endeavor to assist at short notice with any local emergency situations which may arise. Reports and certificates are provided on-site in printed format, along with a digital copy of all documentation available via email. Please contact us for more information or to book an analyst.
Asbestos Fibre Identification
Asbestos Fibre Identification in accordance with our UKAS accreditation and HSG 248. Envirochem offers a competitive Asbestos Fibre Identification service returning results by email within 24 hours in most cases. In the United Kingdom, the three most common forms of asbestos are chrysotile (white), amosite (brown) and crocidolite (blue). They are found in common building materials such as insulation board panels, spray coating, bonded cements, gaskets, insulation, textured coatings and vinyl flooring. Samples can be delivered to our laboratory, or collected by our analysts. An Asbestos Fibre Identification certificate is produced for each batch of samples analysed, which is available most commonly in PDF format via email.
ENVIRONMENTAL, PROCESS AND WASTE WATERS
We are able to identify the type and concentration of contaminants within many types of water and effluent samples. Reports are available usually in PDF format via email upon completion of analysis. Typical analytes include: Ammonia and cyanides Chemical and biological oxygen demand (COD, BOD) Dissolved Organic Carbon (DOC) Metals Microbiological tests Petroleum hydrocarbons including banding, aromatic and aliphatic split Phenols Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) Settleable Solids Solvents Suspended Solids Total Dissolved Solids Total Suspended Solids
Soil Analysis
Soil analysis Bore hole sampling Desktop studies Analysis of a wide range of possible contaminants Anions Measuring acidity / alkalinity (pH) Over 30 metals including ICRCL type suite Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Pesticides Phenols Total or CWG branded petroleum hydrocarbons Total or speciated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) Top soil quality (based on BS 3882) Total Organic Carbon (TOC)
THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
We offer Chemical Analysis for the Built Environment where sensitivity is required in understanding the composition and nature of various substances: Anthrax or gypsum in plaster Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in foam and polystyrene Lead in paint surveys Mould analysis Paint layers and thickness Tests for over 30 metals in paint
WAC TESTING
Envirochem offers a range of services in Landfill Waste Acceptance Criteria (W.A.C.) Tests which include: 3 Day Turn Around available Pick - Up Service available Sample Tubs FREE of charge WAC Testing of spent grit Landfill WAC Testing of other site waste Competitive Prices
Dust Monitoring
Envirochem are UKAS accredited for Sampling & Analysis of Total Inhalable & Respirable Dusts. We are happy to undertake site visits, sampling and analysis, to meet the needs of our clients. The initial phase of any project is a discussion about the requirements and what is hoped to be achieve from the monitoring. The aims of the project will affect the number and type of samples (static or personal, inhalable or respirable) required as well as the duration of sampling and the sample media. As part of on-going COSHH assessments To address a specific concern raised by an employee Before and after modifications to site or equipment During grit blasting of lead and other heavy metals At our laboratory, following gravimetric analysis, we can also undertake further tests on the filters to assess type and concentration of airborne contaminates such as: Lead and other heavy metals Oil or ink mist Fibre type and concentration Silica type and concentration
NOISE MONITORING
We undertake walkthrough Noise Surveys to assess noise levels throughout your premises. In addition we can undertake Octave Band Assessments that assist in the choice of noise abatement equipment or PPE. Envirochem also can assess daily exposure with personal dosimeters to give an accurate sample per individual.