Air Emissions Testing

Air emitted from stacks and ducts must be tested for pollutants, particularly matter, gases and fumes, and vapors. Quantifying the type and amount of pollutants in the air emissions will allow:

Compliance evaluation with existing or proposed emission regulations
Quantification of financial losses from product escapes
Collection of engineering data for control equipment design
Assessment of the efficiency of installed control equipment
Collection of emission data for modeling
Calibration of continuous monitors

SGS Air Emissions Testing

Our emission testing teams regularly perform sampling on the full-range of regulated pollutants, including criteria pollutants and volatile organic compounds. These include:

Particulate matter (including PM-10 and PM-2.5 fractions)
Acid gases
Metals (including mercury)
Dioxins / furans, PCBs and PAHs
Volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds
Total and speciated hydrocarbons
SO₂, NO_X, CO, CO₂, O₂

We offer a wide range of testing and analytical services, utilizing the latest instrumentation, including isokinetic samplers and hi-tech flue gas analyzers.

We work with Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to collect real time data for various parameters such as O₂, CO₂, CO, NO_X, SO₂ and THC. SGS has extensive experience in performing CEMS calibration services in terms of the latest US EPA and EU regulations including:

Relative Accuracy Test Audits (40CFR 60 and 75)
Quarterly and annual QA/QC audits
QAL 1: Choice of the qualified equipment (Automated Measuring System (AMS)) and the measuring procedure
QAL 2: Quality assurance of the installation and calibration, including validation
QAL 3: Ongoing quality assurance of the AMS
AST: Annual quality assurance by control measurements

Why choose SGS?

With a global network of highly trained technicians, back by an unrivaled network of accredited laboratories, SGS offers global expertise with local knowledge. Our technicians can help you assess your emissions and understand their impact, enabling you to make informed decisions on the future direction of your business.

To learn more about air emissions testing, contact your local SGS office.