Articles
In our articles we’d like to share important research achievements in the area of air sampling and material testing.
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Can Particle Counters or VOC Monitors Detect Isocyanates During Spray Foam Application?
Monitoring air quality during the application of 2-part spray foam products presents a unique challenge, especially when isocyanates are involved. Unfortunately, particle counters and VOC monitors cannot reliably detect isocyanates, […]
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Case Study: The Effect of Outdoor Mould on Indoor Mould Contamination in Canadian Homes
Mould spores are an omnipresent part of our environment, drifting through the air both indoors and outdoors. While this natural phenomenon is typically harmless, it can become a concern when […]
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Laboratory Test: Exposure Assessment to Airborne Terpenes in Cannabis Processing Facilities by NIOSH 1552
Cannabis gets its scent from compounds in the plants called terpenes. Terpenes are fragrant oils found in many types of plants. The chemical compounds they secrete give fruits, vegetables, flowers, […]
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Laboratory Test: Trace Analysis of Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) in Construction Foam
Accurate Testing for Residual MDI in Polyurethane Construction Foam by LCS Laboratory Inc. Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) is a critical component in the production of polyurethane-based construction foam. This versatile material […]
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Laboratory Test: Quantifying Mould Contamination in Water Damaged Construction Materials
How Much Mould Is Too Much? Insights from Statistical Analysis of Water-Damaged Materials. LCS Laboratory has analysed hundreds of construction material samples from water-damaged buildings to identify typical and elevated mould […]
