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Highly Accelerated Life Test: EMIRS 50 Performs Up to the Limit of the HALT Chamber Without Any Weak Points

To ensure the durability of EMIRS 50 infrared sources, Axetris subjects device components to various stress tests. One quality test that has made a name for itself, particularly in the USA, is the HALT – Highly Accelerated Life Test. Capnography, ...

Jun. 22, 2017

By Axetris Ag

Chemical-free COD analysis for labs

The new QuickCODlab laboratory analyzer from LAR Process Analysers AG determines the chemical oxygen demand (COD) without chemicals. The high-temperature method used has proven itself in online analytics for years and has now been optimized for laboratory use. The sample is injected directly into the furnace using a precision syringe. Optionally, an Autosampler is ...

Jun. 20, 2017

By LAR Process Analysers AG

Toxic compounds in groundwater

Research is being conducted on degrading a toxic compound found in groundwater systems around the world Vinyl chloride is a cancer-causing compound formed from solvents in groundwater systems under anaerobic conditions. These solvents are used in many industrial applications around the world and often belong to the most encountered groundwater pollutants in industrialized countries. Groundwater ...

Jun. 22, 2011

By Soil Science Society of America (SSSA)

Online Water Toxicity Monitoring

Monitoring of water toxicity is of special importance, especially when surface water or ground water are used for the preparation of drinking water. Since a variety of substances are harmful for human being reliable online monitoring is recommended. LAR's online toxicity analyzer ...

Oct. 24, 2016

By LAR Process Analysers AG

Continuous toxicity monitoring of wastewater

Toxicity is the most common disturbance to biological treatment processes – especially for nitrification. The continuous toxicity monitoring proactively protects the waste water treatment plant and hence, secures to keep the plant running. LAR's online toxicity analyzer ...

Mar. 21, 2016

By LAR Process Analysers AG

Toxic emissions, they’re in the water

After decades of hammering on corporations to reduce their toxic air emissions, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is now focusing on another source of nasty pollution, corporate water emissions. Although the Clean Water Act has technically been in place for well over three decades, the EPA has been lax in enforcing regulations, often due to thinly-stretched resources.Coal-fired power ...

Nov. 16, 2009

Are Toxic Chemicals in Your Gardening Tools?

Testing shows that many common gardening tools—including hoses, gloves, kneeling pads, shovels, and trowels—are contaminated with harmful chemicals, claims the nonprofit environmental group Ecology Center. CNN reports that the organization analyzed 200 popular gardening products and found that two-thirds of them contained significant levels of phthalates, bisphenol A (BPA), and lead. ...

May 8, 2012

By EMSL Analytical, Inc.

Continuous Toxicity Monitoring of Waste Water

Toxicity is the most common disturbance to biological treatment processes – especially for nitrification. The continuous toxicity ...

Dec. 16, 2016

By LAR Process Analysers AG

California sets up toxic chemicals registry

Under two new laws, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has until 2011 to develop a process for identifying and evaluating potentially dangerous chemicals and to set up a searchable online database where consumers can find information on chemicals. The law follows in the footsteps of chemical evaluation programs in the European Union and Canada but is the first such ...

Nov. 4, 2008

By Environmental News Network (ENN)

Is Your Child Exposed to Toxic PCBs at School?

EMSL Analytical provides polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) testing solutions to keep students and faculty safe from the dangerous the chemicals posses. Cinnaminson, NJ, September 8th, 2010 Production of PCBs in the United States was halted in the late 1970s, but prior to then it was used in some building materials, including caulks. Caulking materials were used in ...

Sep. 8, 2010

By EMSL Analytical, Inc.

Toxic gas analysis - new video, white paper and case study

Dangerous levels of toxic gases in freight containers represent a major threat to port and transport workers, customs officials, warehousemen, store employees and consumers. However, the risks posed by these gases can be effectively assessed with Gasmet FTIR multigas analysers. Gasmet has therefore published a video, a white paper and a case study; providing comprehensive help and advice for any ...

Mar. 27, 2017

By Gasmet Technologies Oy

NITON Launches New Plastics Analyzer

Untitled Document Billerica, MA - NITON LLC, the world’s leading manufacturer of portable x-ray fluorescence (XRF) instrumentation, is pleased to announce the release of yet another industry revolution – the ...

Jan. 1, 2004

By Thermo Scientific Niton Analyzers

EPA continues sampling for air toxics near Vonore, Tenn. schools (TN)

EPA has completed its analysis of monitoring data collected at two locations near three Tennessee schools as part of an initiative to evaluate levels of toxic pollutants in the outdoor air at schools. Air samples and meteorological data were collected near Vonore Elementary and Middle Schools in Vonore, Tenn., and at West Greene High School in Mosheim, Tenn. The air outside these schools was ...

Nov. 9, 2010

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

Air toxics near Lamkin elementary school below levels of concern (TX)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that the results of air monitoring data from Lamkin Elementary School found no health risk for short or long-term exposures to hexavalent chromium or other air toxics. The final report is being placed on the agency’s website. Because no concentrations of concern were found, monitoring was discontinued at the school. The Texas ...

Nov. 9, 2010

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

Air toxics near young scholars academy below levels of concern

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today that the results of air monitoring data at the Young Scholars Academy found exposures to benzene or other air toxics were below levels of concern. The final report is being placed on the agency’s website. Because no concentrations of concern were found, monitoring was discontinued at the school. The Texas Commission on Environmental ...

Apr. 27, 2011

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

FTIR meets Fire Testing needs for toxic gas analysis

One of the most dangerous aspects of a fire is the toxic gases that can arise from the process of combustion.To save lives and develop safer materials for airplanes, trains, and buildings, it is vital to identify and measure the gases that are released when products and materials ...

Dec. 2, 2015

By Gasmet Technologies Oy

EPA releases second phase of toxicity testing data for eight oil dispersants

The US Environmental Protection Agency today released peer reviewed results from the second phase of its independent toxicity testing on mixtures of eight oil dispersants with Louisiana Sweet Crude Oil. EPA conducted the tests as part of an effort to ensure that EPA decisions remain grounded in the best available science and data. EPA’s results indicate that the eight dispersants tested ...

Aug. 3, 2010

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

Air toxics near toledo elementary school are below levels of concern

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 today released the final report on analysis of air toxics monitoring data near Toledo Elementary School in Toledo, Oregon. The report is posted at: http://www.epa.gov/schoolair. EPA and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will present the results and answer questions about the air ...

Apr. 25, 2011

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

Air toxics near lapwai high school below levels of concern

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released the final report on analysis of air toxics monitoring data near Lapwai High School in Lapwai, Idaho. EPA found that concentrations of air toxics measured near the school are below the levels of concern associated with health problems from either short- or long-term exposures. The report is posted at: ...

Jun. 1, 2011

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

California sues `natural` companies over toxic chemical in soaps

California Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. has filed a lawsuit against companies that manufacture or distribute body care and household cleaning products that have tested highest for the carcinogenic chemical 1,4-dioxane. The lawsuit was filed May 29 in the Alameda County Superior Court. Named as defendants are Avalon Natural Products, which makes the Alba brand products; Beaumont Products ...

Jun. 11, 2008

By Environment News Service (ENS)

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