Waste incinerators are normally built on the outskirts of populated areas, but the potential risks of emissions of hazardous substances and odors are often complained about by nearby residents. A particularly unpleasant manifestation is a breach of the biofilter. Simultaneous measurements of different compounds within the plant, the surrounding area, and the points of immission are necessary to continuously measure pollution.
Background
Solution
On-line measurements of contaminants can be made with V&F's Ion Molecular Reaction Mass Spectrometer (IMR-MS). The compact design and transportability help to analyze emissions at a fixed point in the plant and simultaneously measure near points of immission. Once a pattern of the composition of potential emitting contaminants has been identified, the IMR-MS facilitates simultaneous and continuous on-line measurement of these substances.
Advantages
The V&F mass spectrometer equipment provides a versatile solution for continuous on-line measurement in and around industrial facilities. Their ability to calibrate allows a wide range of measurable compounds even at low concentrations down to ppb (billionths) level. As results are reported in real-time, any malfunction within the waste incinerator, such as leakage of certain gases, is detected immediately.
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