Identifying volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in workplace air has never been more precise. LCS Laboratory Inc. offers advanced solvent analysis using a modified NIOSH Method 1500 integrated with Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), providing unmatched accuracy and comprehensive chemical profiling.
Purpose of the Service
Industrial hygienists rely on accurate air sampling data to ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Traditional methods often require prior knowledge of expected contaminants, creating challenges when unknown or unexpected solvents are present. At LCS Laboratory Inc., we aim to eliminate this guesswork. Our modified NIOSH 1500 approach enables open characterization of air samples, ensuring that even unexpected solvents are detected and quantified with precision.
Technical Details of the Service
About NIOSH 1500 Methods: Developed by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the 1500 series methods are a set of air sampling techniques designed for analysing alcohols, ethers, ketones, hydrocarbons, and chlorinated hydrocarbons. These methods involve:
- Pulling air through sampling tubes packed with 150 mg of activated charcoal.
- Trapping solvents on the adsorbent material.
- Extracting and analysing these solvents using Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization Detection (GC-FID).
While effective for detecting known compounds, traditional NIOSH 1500 methods have limitations when analysing complex mixtures or unexpected solvents.
Our Modified Approach: LCS Laboratory Inc. enhances the NIOSH 1500 series methods by pairing traditional charcoal tube sampling with GC-MS technology. This advanced technique identifies solvents based on retention time and unique mass spectra, providing:
- Superior selectivity and sensitivity.
- The ability to detect and quantify both expected and unknown solvents in a single analysis.
Key Applications
The modified NIOSH 1500 GC-MS method is suited for a wide range of scenarios, including:
- Workplace Air Monitoring: Detecting hazardous VOCs to safeguard worker health.
- Indoor Air Quality Assessments: Identifying chemical sources in commercial and residential settings.
- Investigative Sampling: Adapting testing strategies based on real-time solvent identification.
- Fire Investigations: Analysing airborne organic compounds to uncover fire causes and chemical processes.
- Research and Development: Supporting chemical innovation and product safety evaluation.
Why Choose LCS Laboratory Inc.?
With over 20 years of experience in health and safety testing, LCS Laboratory Inc. is a trusted leader in chemical analysis. By integrating GC-MS with NIOSH 1500 series methods, we deliver unparalleled solvent identification and quantification capabilities. Our commitment to precision and innovation ensures reliable results that empower industrial hygienists and safety professionals.
Contact Us
Enhance your air quality monitoring and analysis with the cutting-edge modified NIOSH 1500 GC-MS method. Contact LCS Laboratory Inc. today to learn more or to schedule your analysis.
