The GASERA ONE FORMALDEHYDE
The GASERA ONE FORMALDEHYDE analyzer is based on combining ultra sensitive cantilever enhanced photoacoustic detection technology with Quantum Cascade Laser source operating at a Mid-IR fundamental spectral absorption line of formaldehyde (chemical formula HCHO or H2CO). This combination provides enough sensitivity to reliably measure ambient background levels of formaldehyde. It also gives an exceptionally high level of stability with a re-calibration period ranging from several months up to several years, and thus it offers a low total cost of ownership.
Application opportunities
Fence-line monitoring - Formaldehyde may leak from industrial facilities e.g. generating electricity. These undetected leaks are a significant source of pollution.
Biogas plants - Another Formaldehyde producer is biogas plants that are increasingly built for energy production.
New buildings - Formaldehyde is used worldwide in the manufacturing of building materials and household products, and is also a by-product of combustions. As a result, it is one of the most abundant toxic pollutants in indoor air.
Wood products
Wood products produced in or imported to various countries have to be tested and proven not to emit too much formaldehyde.
Traffic emissions
Formaldehyde can be found in the exhaust fumes emitted into the atmosphere by cars, buses and trucks.
Indoor air quality - Fuel burners, burning wood in open fireplaces, cooking and tobacco smoking are all sources of formaldehyde polluting the indoor air. But even the carpet on our floors and the materials our furniture is made from, can be a potential source of formaldehyde.
Occupational safety - Formaldehyde is common to the chemical industry. It is well known as a preservative in medical laboratories, as an embalming fluid, and as a sterilizer. Its primary use is in the production of resins and as a chemical intermediate.
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