Microscopic identification of fibrous asbestos in construction, building and repair operations.

ASBESTOS TESTING

  • All analyses are performed using transmitted polarized light (size of analyzed particles > 1 um).

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  • Asbestos analysis is performed by polarized light microscopy (PLM) according to EPA 600/R-93/116 (July 1993).

asbestos Sampling instructions

method of asbestos analysis


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Emergency tests over the week-ends and statutory holidays are available.

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Laboratory Services

  • Fragments of construction materials (size 5/5/3 cm), mineral/ rock powder (200g) or soil (500g) will be submitted in sealed plastic bags.


  • All samples should be clearly identified/ numbered.


  • If samples are layered, each individual layer will be considered as an individual sample.

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  • Instructions related to hazardous materials to be provided as required (MSDS).