Analytical Chemistry

We can help you to assess your control measures in protecting against exposure to both inorganic and organic chemicals within the workplace. We provide highly sensitive analytical methods for the analysis of a wide and diverse range of chemicals to levels to monitor concentrations of chemicals in air, liquids or solids.

Our assays enable you to demonstrate compliance with Great Britain's Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs, see EH40 for current list) and we are authors for the Methods for Determining Hazardous Substances (MDHS) guidance.

Our services cover the following areas:

• Organic analyses - including volatile organic compounds (VOCs, solvents), isocyanates, formaldehyde.
• Inorganic analyses - including metals analysis, respirable crystalline silica, acid gases
• Process fumes such as from welding, soldering, diesel engine exhaust
• Bespoke services - including product emission analysis, containment testing, proficiency testing, bulk material analysis
• Real Time Measurement

Our full range of analyses are suitable for both personal/static air samples & wipe samples, catering for small & large batch sizes, with 15-day turnaround times for our routine assays. Where requested by the customer, HSL can also provide wipe kits, thermal desorption tubes and filters or pre-loaded IOM cassettes, with advice on sampling times and recommendations for transportation & storage.

For further information on specific tests or to discuss your  requirements in further detail, please contact Glen McConnachie