Monitoring Petroleum Hydrocarbons (PHCs) in ambient or residential air is critical to environmental site assessments. LCS Laboratory Inc. offers air sampling supplies and laboratory analysis services tailored to detect PHC contamination with industry-leading sensitivity.
Purpose of Our Services Our specialized testing for PHC fractions ensures compliance with environmental and health regulations, such as Canada’s Health-Based Indoor Air Criteria (HBIAC). This service is ideal for environmental consultants, industrial hygienists, and safety professionals. Our clients use it as an affordable option for investigating residential heating oil spills and industrial contaminations of jobsites.
Technical Details of Our Services
- Sampling Method: We utilize diffusive samplers for collecting air samples. This pump-free approach simplifies the sampling process while reducing costs and maintaining high accuracy.
- Analyzed Hydrocarbon Fractions:
- C6–C10 (PHC F1)
- C10–C16 (PHC F2)
- Detection Sensitivity: Our laboratory achieves the following detection limits:
- 40 µg/m³ for 24-hour samples
- As low as 6 µg/m³ for week-long samples
- Compliance Support: Results are evaluated against HBIAC (Canada) and other relevant environmental and safety guidelines.
Contact Us for Expert Support For accurate and efficient testing of PHC F1 and F2, contact LCS Laboratory Inc. to discuss your project requirements. Visit our contact page for assistance or to arrange sample shipments.
To get started, download our laboratory price list and access request forms. We look forward to supporting your environmental air sampling projects with expert guidance and reliable results.
