Accurate, real time laboratory results during an environmental site investigation or remediation are an invaluable tool. These results help direct field work and ensure that adequate information is collected.
X-ray fluorescence (XRF) supports environmental field work with high quality analytical data for screening the most prevalent organic and inorganic compounds in soil and water. In addition, when data is downloaded into GIS based data management and analysis software, real time site-wide data maps and cross-sections can be generated to show contaminant trends and information gaps.
XRF Analysis
XRF uses a radioactive source to energize elements in a sample which causes certain elements found in the sample to fluoresce. The fluorescence is then detected and analyzed, correlating to the concentration of that element within a sample.
For XRF analysis, target compounds include 37 elements. Effective for use in soil or sediments, detection limits vary based on soil type and the specific conditions of your site. For priority compounds such as lead and arsenic, detection limits meet most cleanup criteria, which means the XRF can be used as a great screening tool for determining contaminant plumes and guiding clean up.
Onsite Analysis Benefits
Screening level results can be available in 5 minutes or less per sample. Maximum number of samples analyzed and reported generally averages 40-50/day. AEL’s mobile laboratory is completely self-contained and comes equipped with the most required sampling and analytical supplies. Readily transportable, analytical work can be completed at remote sites throughout Canada to reduce the number of costly site visits.
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We help you identify which reports you may need for your property. Once authorized AEL’s dedicated team of professionals will complete a high-quality, detailed report based on the applicable standards you require.
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