LCS Laboratory Inc. provides advanced non-destructive testing services for industrial protective clothing, including fire suits, to identify the level of contamination with chemical residues. Our services help clients assess contamination levels in personal protective clothing (PPC) while ensuring the safety of first responders.
Purpose of Non-Destructive Testing
Non-destructive testing evaluates protective clothing for contamination without compromising its integrity. This method is essential for:
- Assessing the concentration of hazardous residues on PPC
- Estimating the permeability of protective clothing by measuring chemical residues on inner and outer surfaces
- Measuring the efficiency of PPC cleaning processes by analysing contamination levels before and after dry-cleaning or washing
- Determining skin exposure risks from contact with contaminated PPC
Technical Details of Our Services
We employ two tailored procedures for extracting and analysing contaminants:
Extraction of Solids
- Suitable for non-soluble materials such as soot, dust, welding fumes, silica, asbestos, ores, and glass fibres.
- A small PPC sample is fixed on a glass base, and deionised water is used to extract solids until the fabric is dust-free.
- Extracted solids are analysed using standard laboratory techniques and reported in μg/100cm².
Extraction of Soluble Materials
- Designed for soluble contaminants like salts, oils, PAHs, coal tar, resins, tree sap, and silicone oil.
- The process involves selecting an appropriate organic solvent for extraction.
- Liquid extracts are analysed for chemicals specified by the client and reported in μg/100cm².
Why Choose LCS Laboratory
- Reliable Results: Utilisation of standardised and precise laboratory techniques.
- Non-Destructive Approach: Ensures the integrity of protective clothing remains intact.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for a wide range of contaminants.
- Customised Analysis: Tailored to your specific requirements.
Contact Us
If you are interested in using our non-destructive testing techniques for your project, contact LCS Laboratory Inc. today. Email us with your study details, and our team will assist you in developing a testing plan to meet your needs.
