Dioxins and Furans Testing Services

Get ISO 17025 and MCERTS accredited Dioxins and Furans testing services that ensure your regulatory compliance with industry-leading precision. From stack emissions to water, soil and ash, our experienced team delivers ultra-sensitive detection at parts per quadrillion levels, with flexible turnaround times to meet your urgent testing needs. Our comprehensive service includes on-site sampling, expert laboratory analysis, and detailed reporting, all backed by internationally recognized quality assurance programs and technical support throughout your testing journey.

Gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy (GC-MS)
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What are Dioxins and Furans Testing Services at Element?

Dioxins and Furans testing identifies and measures these hazardous substances that result from combustion and manufacturing processes. Our comprehensive testing service covers stack emissions, air, ash, vegetation, soils, and water samples, helping you monitor and control these persistent environmental contaminants.

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What can Element offer you for Dioxins and Furans Testing?

Components and materials we test

Our accredited laboratories analyze all environmental matrices where Dioxins, Furans, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) can accumulate. From stack emissions and ash to water, soil, and vegetation samples, we provide comprehensive testing across your entire environmental monitoring needs with proven accuracy and reliability. Our expertise in multiple sample types ensures you get consistent, comparable results across your environmental testing program.

Key services offered

We utilize automated extraction and cleanup techniques combined with high-resolution gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy (HRGC-MS) for ultimate precision. Our flexible turnaround options range from standard 7-10 working days to expedited 4-6 day services, adapting to your timeline requirements. Each analysis includes comprehensive quality checks and detailed reporting to support your compliance requirements. 

Cutting-edge equipment we use

Our laboratories feature Thermo Scientific's leading-edge DFS HRGC-MS technology, delivering ultra-low detection limits at part per quadrillion levels. This advanced instrumentation ensures maximum sensitivity and accuracy in environmental contamination detection. We provide compliant sampling equipment including prepared XAD-2 resin traps, GFA filters, and appropriate containers for all sample types, complete with Chain of Custody documentation. Overnight courier service available upon request.

Which labs offer this service

Element Deeside is our primary facility for Dioxins and Furans testing, offering ISO 17025 accredited services. The lab features state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed for environmental testing excellence. Our Deeside facility is equipped with Thermo Scientific's leading-edge DFS HRGC-MS technology and dedicated extraction and clean-up areas. The laboratory specializes in stack emission samples for Dioxins, Furans, and Dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB ), with additional ISO 17025 accreditation for ash sample analysis. Our purpose-built facilities and specialized team ensure consistent, high-quality results for all your environmental testing needs.

Standards we test to and things we test

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  • ISO 17025
  • MCERTS standard for stack emission samples

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Regulatory Compliance Confidence

Our dual ISO 17025 and MCERTS accreditation ensures your testing results meet all regulatory requirements and stand up to scrutiny. Our comprehensive quality management system and detailed reporting provide complete documentation for your compliance needs.

Ultra-Low Detection Requirements

Our Thermo Scientific DFS HRGC-MS technology delivers part per quadrillion detection capabilities, ensuring you capture even the smallest contamination levels. Automated extraction and cleanup techniques maintain consistency across all analyses.

Time-Critical Results Needed

Choose from flexible turnaround options to meet your urgent testing requirements. Our efficient processes and automated systems help deliver faster results without compromising quality.

Complex Sampling Challenges

Our experts provide complete on-site sampling services across all environmental matrices, ensuring reliable sample collection and handling. We manage the entire process from sampling through analysis, simplifying your testing program.

Why Choose Element

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Accredited Testing Excellence

ISO 17025 and MCERTS-certified testing ensuring regulatory compliance and international recognition of results.

Industry-Leading Technology

Thermo Scientific DFS HRGC-MS enabling part per quadrillion detection with automated quality control systems.

Complete Sampling Support

On-site sampling services ensuring reliable sample collection and handling, with expert guidance throughout.

Quality Assured Results

Participation in international Proficiency Testing schemes and comprehensive quality management systems.

Frequently asked questions

What detection levels can you achieve for Dioxins and Furans?

Our HRGC-MS technology enables detection down to part per quadrillion levels, providing ultimate sensitivity for your environmental monitoring needs.

What sampling equipment do you provide?

For Stack Emission Sampling, we provide prepared and spiked XAD-2 resin traps, GFA filters, and glass bottles that comply with sampling to BS EN 1948. For water samples, a 500ml glass, and for soil or ash, a 60g or 250g glass jar is provided. All containers come ready packed with a Chain of Custody and return paperwork. Overnight couriers can be arranged on request.

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