¹³C NMR spectroscopy measurement for samples that can be dissolved in typical deuterated solvents. Measurements are performed with Bruker 400 MHz instrument.

¹H NMR spectroscopic measurement for samples that can be dissolved in typical deuterated solvents. Measurements are performed with Bruker 400 MHz instrument.

This test determines the 2-point bending resistance of paper and board by using a Taber-type tester. The bending resistance at 15° or 7.5° can be determined and expressed in terms of bending moment and parameters set by the test machine.

2D NMR spectroscopic measurements for samples that can be dissolved in typical deuterated solvents. Most typical experiments: COSY, TOCSY, ROESY, NOESY, HMBC, HSQC.

Determines the specimen abrasion breakdown by inspection at fixed intervals and is applicable on all uncoated textile fabrics.

This test is used to determine the water absorbency of various textile and fabric materials. A drop of water is placed on the sample and the time it takes for the drop to fully absorb to the material is measured and the result is given as seconds (s).

With this test the quantity of acid-insoluble ash from paper, board or pulp samples.

Imaging of the sample with atomic force microscope (AFM). In typical measurement, topological images are provided from several locations.

Measuring the surface roughness value (RMS value) of the sample using atomic force microscopy (AFM). Includes also a 2D image, 3D image and raw data.

Air permeance is an important property for some paper grades, such as paper bags that are filled industrially. Measulabs offers air permeance testing with the Bendtsen or Gurley methods: Bendtsen method (ISO 5636-3) - For papers with permeance of 0.35 µm/(Pa*s) to 15 µm/(Pa*s).

Measures permeability of fabrics to air and is applicable to most types of fabrics, including industrial fabrics for technical purposes, nonwovens and made-up textile articles that are permeable to air. The result will be given in l / m² / s.

This test is used to determine the alkali reserve of papers and boards, especially those that contain alkaline pigments or other alkaline materials.

Determination of amino acids from waste water. The analysis includes the determination of the following amino acids: • Alanine • Arginine • Asparagine • Aspartate • Citrulline • Cystine/Cysteine* • Glutamate • Glutamine • Glycine • Histidine • Hydroxyproline • Isoleucine • Leucine • Lysine • Methionine • Ornithine • Phenylalanine • Proline • Serine • Taurine • Threonine • Tryptophane • Tyrosine • Valine.

Determination of ammonium and ammonium nitrogen from water sample with Bran-Lubbe method. CFA-method is based on auto analyzer Bran-Luebbe Method G-171- 96.

Antibacterial activity test that can be used for any kind of textile products, including nonwovens. The method is also applicable for textiles that have been treated with antibacterial agents.

Determination of antibacterial activity of textiles and fabrics with Agar method. This method is applicable to textiles that have not been treated with antibacterial substances that react with Agar.

Determination of antiseptic resistance of textiles by an inhouse method.

As a part of ISO 12947, this method is used to asses the appearance changes of textiles that have undergone the martindale abrasion test. The test is applicable to all uncoated fabrics.

A test method to determine the mass per unit area of textiles and fabrics by using small samples.

Identification of certain aroma compounds by GC-MS technique. The method is based on comparing the GC-MS signal to the corresponding isotopically labeled standard for each aroma compound.

Qualitative light microscopic analysis of asbestos from building materials. The results are reported as ”detected / not detected”.

The test determines the ash content of papers, boards and pulps upon being ignited at 525 °C. The test will tell you the mass of the inorganics in your sample.

The method is used to determine the ash content of a solid recovered fuel sample.

The method is used to determine the ash content of a solid recovered fuel sample.

Auger Electron Spectroscopy (AES) is a fundamental analytical technique that is used to analyze the characteristics of different types of surfaces. It is able to ascertain data about the elemental composition and depth profile, as well as produce surface images of various types of conducting and semiconducting materials.

Measures the board’s resistance to bending with 4-point loading. The test used to evaluate the cardboards stiffness.

Determination of benzoic acid from beverages using HPLC-DAD technique.

Biobased carbon content of solid or liquid materials according to ASTM D6866 indicates how much of the samples carbon content is from renewal resources. Method includes removal of inorganic carbon if necessary prior to testing.

Biobased carbon content of liquid biofuels according to ASTM D6866 indicates how much of the samples carbon content is from renewal resources. Method includes removal of inorganic carbon if necessary prior to testing.

Biobased carbon content of paint according to ASTM D6866 indicates how much of the samples total organic carbon content is from renewal resources. Method includes removal of inorganic carbon prior to testing.

Determines the blocking resistance of rubber- or plastic coated fabrics.

Determination of yarn's boil shrinkage with an inhouse method.

This method is used for testing the resistance to compression of complete, filled transport packages and for carrying out a stacking test on complete, filled transport packages using the same apparatus.

Box compression test (BCT) is a mechanical durability test that is designed for complete, filled transport packages. The test data is given as a plot of deformation vs.

Compositional analysis of Boro-Phospho-Silicate on Glass.

Bulk is the ratio of paper's or board's thickness to its basis weight.

Burst strength measures the maximum hydraulic pressure that the sample withstands without breaking. Burst strength of paper or board is a commonly used test value alongside bending stiffness and crush tests.

Burst strength measures the maximum hydraulic pressure that the sample withstands without breaking. Paper's or board's burst strength is the most commonly used test value alongside SCT (short term compression strength).

Determining the gross calorific value (the heating value) of a solid biofuel at constant volume and at the reference temperature 25 °C in a bomb calorimeter calibrated by combustion of certified benzoic acid. The heating value (calorific value or energy value) of fuel is the amount of heat released during the combustion of a specified amount of it.

The method is used to determine the concentrations of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and sulphur from solid recovered fuel samples. Methdod is suitable for samples with C > 0.1 %, N > 0.1 %, H > 0.1 % and S > 0.05 % concentration on dry matter basis.

Cement material heat of hydration test.

Biogas or natural gas analysis for CH₄, CO₂, O₂, N₂, H₂, and C₂–C₅ alkanes. Determination of BTU.

Biogas or natural gas analysis for CH₄, CO₂, O₂, N₂, H₂, H₂O Detection limits: 0.1 vol-%.

With this test the dimensional changes of paper sample is measured after being immersed in water. The measurement is taken in machine and cross direction and the dimensional changes are compared to a sample previously conditioned in standard atmosphere.

Optical emission spectrometry is used to determine the chemical composition of a plate like copper sample. The elmenental composition result is expressed as mass percentages in the sample.

Measuring the chemical oxygen demand (COD) of pulp process liquid samples to evaluate the environmental burden of the water sample. Sample must be kept at temperature <5° C and analysed within 5 days from sampling.

Testing according to the standard EN 14372 for the mechanical and physical properties and safety of cutlery and feeding utensils intended for children 0 to 48 months of age.

Testing according to the standard EN 14350 for the mechanical and physical properties and safety of drinking equipment intended for children 0 to 48 months of age.

Determination of water soluble chloride from solid matrices. Chloride is extracted from the dried sample with water in a single-stage shaking test at room temperature (20 ± 5 ° C) according to EN 12457-2.

Determination of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, sulfur, and oxygen content of the organic sample. CHNS analysis is performed using Dumas combustion method, where the sample is combusted at elevated temperature followed by gas chromatography separation and detection using thermal conductivity.

The method measures the whiteness of paper or board under the CIE D65 daylight standard. The method gives the full visible spectral range (VIS) information about whiteness, unlike the ISO (ISO 2470) method, which operates only in the blue light region.

This method determines the transmission rate of carbon dioxide (CO₂) through a single or multi-layer plastic films and sheeting with an infrared detector. The measurement is done with two parallel specimen for each sample.

Determines the coating adhesion strength of coated fabrics. Knowing the adhesion strength of the coating to the fabric is important, because poor adhesion strength may ofter result in failure of the product.

The method measures the coefficients of starting and sliding friction of plastics film and sheeting when sliding over the same or other substances. The measurement can be used for quality control of film samples.

With this test, the coefficient of static friction of most packaging materials can be measured. The test standard will be chosen depending on customer request and end-use applications of the product.

Determination of yarn shrinkage in cold water by an inhouse method.

This test determines the resistance of color of leather to spotting by water.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to dilute solutions of organic and mineral acids.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to human perspiration.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to spotting by alkaline solutions.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to artificial sweat.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to chlorinated water. This test can be used to evaluate color fastness of textiles that are intended to be used as swimwear.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to ironing and hot pressing. The test can be done on dry, damp or wet textiles depending on the end-use of the textile.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to hot water.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to hypochlorite bleaching.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to concentrated solutions of sodium hydroxide. The method is mainly used for cotton and mixtures containing cotton.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to mild hypochlorite bleaching.

This test determines the resistane of color of all kinds of textiles to organic solvents.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to peroxide bleaching.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to the combined action of rubbing and of organic solvents.

This test determines the resistance of color of coloured toys to saliva and perspiration.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to sea water.

This test measures the color fastness of textiles in domestic and commercial laundering processes according to the EN ISO 105-C standard. The testing options are: • EN ISO 105-C10 Colour fastness of textiles to washing in – 40°C, 50°C, 60°C or 95°C with soap • EN ISO 105-C06 Colour fastness of textiles to domestic & commercial laundering –40°C, 50°C, 60°C, 70°C or 95°C with detergent • EN ISO 105-C08 Colour fastness of textiles to domestic and commercial laundering by using a non-phosphate reference detergent • EN ISO 105-C09 Colour fastness of textiles to domestic and commercial laundering – Oxidative bleach by using a non-phosphate reference detergent.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to water.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to spotting by water. In the test, water droplets are placed on the textile and the color change is assessed with grey scale after 2 minutes and after drying.

This method provides measuring the colour of paper and board by the diffuse reflectance method with the elimination of specular gloss. It does not apply to papers which incorporate fluorescent pigments determine the colour of papers or boards which contain whitening agents provided the UV content of the illumination on the test piece has been adjusted to conform to that in the CIE illuminant C, using a fluorescent reference standard that fulfils the requirements for international fluorescent reference standards of level 3 (IR3) as prescribed by ISO 2469 with an assigned ISO brightness value (C/2°) provided by an authorized laboratory, as described in ISO 2470‑1.

This method is used to determine the flat crush resistance of a corrugating medium after being fluted to A-flute geometry with a laboratory fluting device. This test can be used for any corrugating medium that is intended to be used on a corrugated board.

With this test, the conductivity of water extraction (hot or cold) from a paper, board or pulp sample is measured. The extraction is performed with deionized water, therefore the results may vary slightly from samples that are taken in mill process conditions.

The directive 94/62/EC limits the content of heavy metals such that the sum of concentration levels of lead, cadmium, mercury and hexavalent chromium present in packaging or packaging components shall not exceed 100 ppm by weight.

This test is used to determine the crease recovery angle of textiles.

Cross-sectional imaging of a sample with a high-resolution transmission electron microscope (HR-TEM) and determination of the elemental composition of the sample using electron dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). The cross-sectional sample is prepared using focused ion beam (FIB).

Cross-sectional imaging of a sample with a high-resolution transmission electron microscope (HR-TEM). Samples are prepared with focused ion beam (FIB).

Determination of degree of curl after one sided wetting as per TAPPI 466 standard for paper or board samples.

Determination of degree of curl of paper or boards by using a vertically suspended test piece as per standard ISO 11556. Curl is defined as deviation from a flat surface.

Determination of degree of substitution of chemically modified carbohydrate samples with ³¹P NMR method. Suitable for mono-, di-, oligo- and polysaccharides.

Determines the delamination of fusible interlinings from upper fabrics with mechanical delamination test.

Density determination for plastics and polymers by immersion method. Method is suitable for plastic granulates or for products and materials delivered as a sheets that can be cut to the right shape in the lab.

This test determines the resistance of color of textiles designed to change colour (photochromatic textiles) in the light upon brief exposure to light.

Migration of phthalates from a paper or paperboard sample intended as food contact material.

Content of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in a paper or a paperboard sample intended as food contact material.

Diesel exhaustive fluid (DEF) solution is an additive used in diesel engines. When AdBlue is injected into the exhaust gas, the catalyst neutralizes the nitrogen oxides.

Determination of diesel fuel cetane number using a single-cylinder four-stroke engine with adjustable compression ratio. Cetane number range 0–100, typically 30–65 in the measurements.

Purity analysis of a food supplement includes the following determinations: • Heavy metals (As, Cd, Hg and Pb) • Aerobic microbes • E. Coli • Coliform bacteria • S.

This test is a combination of three ISO standards that are together used to asses dimensional changes in textiles after a domestic washing and drying cycles. The results are expressed as percentages (%) of either extension (+) or shrinkage (–).

This test is a combination of two testing standards that are used to asses the dimensional changes in textiles and clothes after a dry cleaning process. The results are expressed as percentages (%) of either extension (+) or shrinkage (–).

This test utilizes an inhouse standard to determine the dimensional change in textile, fabric or clothing article after a hand wash.

This test is a combination of two standards that are together used to determine dimensional changes in textiles or clothing after ironing. The results are expressed as percentages (%) of either extension (+) or shrinkage (–).

This test utilizes an inhouse standard to determine the dimensional change in textile, fabric or clothing article after being exposed to cold water.

This test utilizes an inhouse standard to determine the dimensional change in textile, fabric or clothing article after being exposed to dry air.

This test determines the distortion of a woven fabric in which the weft yarns are perpendicular to the warp yarns.

Determination of yarn shrinkage in dry air by an inhouse method.

Edgewise crush test (ECT) measures the edge strength of boards. The results give indication about the board's resistance to crushing during processing and use.

Package deal of FTIR and proton NMR to determine the complete elastomer composition of rubber blends. This combination of methods gives a complete picture of different elastomers in the sample and their relative mass percentages.

This test is used to evaluate textile's electrostatic properties by measuring the electrical resistance.

Determining content of S, Na, K, Ca, Fe, Cu, Mg, Mn, Si and P from a wood or pulp powder sample. Sample was microwave digested using a solution of HF + HNO₃ + HCl prior to the analysis.

XRF is a quantitative and qualitative method that can be used used for solid and liquid materials. The method is capable of quantifying elements from fluorine to uranium from solid and liquid samples.

Migration of heavy metals and aluminum to cold water from a paper or paperboard sample intended as food contact material.

Determines the elongation properties of textile elastic cotton crepe bandages.

This test is used to evaluate the non-combustibility properties of construction materials. This test is included in the EN 13501-1 fire classification standard for classifications A1, A2, A1fl, A2fl, A1L and A2L.

This method is used to determine the gross heat of combustion (QPCS) of solid products at constant volume in a bomb calorimeter in units J / kg. If the material is non-homogeneous, meaning that it consists of multiple materials, each material must be tested separately.

Surface resistivity testing of clothing or gloves. Standardised test method for protective clothing with electrostatic dissipation for preventing incendiary discharge.

Accredited testing of the bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE) of face masks according to EN 14683 standard.

Accredited testing of the microbiological cleanliness (Bioburden) of face masks according to EN 14683 standard. The results include the viable aerobic bacteria, yeasts and molds.

Accredited testing of the blood splash resistance of face masks according to EN 14683 standard.

Accredited testing of the differential pressure of face masks according to EN 14683 standard.

Accredited testing of the performance of type II face masks according to EN 14683 standard. The tests include bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE), differential pressure (DP) and microbiological cleanliness (Bioburden).

Accredited testing of the performance of type II face masks according to EN 14683 standard. The tests include bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE), differential pressure (DP) and microbiological cleanliness (Bioburden).

This test is used to determine the effect of artificial daylight (D65) on the colour of the paper.

Determination of resin fatty acids by GC-MS. The measurement includes the determination of the following compounds: • Dichloro-9,10-stearic acid • Linoleic acid • Linolenic acid • Oleic acid • Palmitic acid • Palmitoleic acid • Stearic acid • Abietic acid • Chlorodehydroabietic acid • Dehydroabietic acid • Dichloro-12,14-dehydroabietic acid • Isopimaric acid • Levopimaric acid • Neoabietic acid • Palustric acid • Pimaric acid • Sandarakoparic acid • Total fatty acids • Total resin acids.

This test can be used to determine the main fibre content of papers and boards. In the test a saturated solution of zinc chloride, iodine and potassium iodide is used to colour the paper.

Determination of fibre length by an inhouse method.

The filament count of fibres and threads in textile samples is determined by an inhouse method.

The flat crush test (FCT) is a commonly used mechanical test conducted on cardboards, such as corrugated cardboard. In the tests, the sample is loaded perpendicular to its surface.

Determination of the fluoride (F-) content in a water sample by ion chromatography (IC) technique. Results will be reported in unit mg/l.

Determination of water soluble fluoride from solid matrices. The fluoride is extracted from the dried sample with water in a single-stage shaking test at room temperature (20 ± 5 ° C) according to EN 12457-2.

Determination of fluorine content of solid combustible matrices through combustion in oxygen rich atmosphere, followed by analysis with ion chromatography (IC). The test is performed according to EN 15408.

Determination of fluorine content of solid fuels according to DIN 51723 method. The fluoride content of the sample will be obtained by distillation with overheated water vapor of a solution in phosphoric acid or by pyrolitic treatment in a humid oxygen flow.

This test is used to determine the folding endurance of papers and boards using the Köhler-Molin, Lhomargy, MIT and Schopper testers. In the test, a narrow strip of paper is folded forwards and backwards in a standardized manner so that is subjected to longitudinal stress until it breaks.

Test package for single-use nitrile gloves for food contact compliancy according to BfR XX1/1 and 1935/2004. The package includes the following tests: • Overall migration testing for all foodstuffs (simulants A, B, and D2) • Sensory testing according to DIN 10955 • Specific migration of lead, zinc, and aluminum according to BfR XXI/1.

This test is used to determine the breaking force and elongation of fabrics and textiles. This test is not recommended for fabrics with high stretch (over 11%), but it can be used for most other fabrics.

The measurement includes the analyzes listed below: Phosphorous acid and its salts expressed as phosphorous acid Phosphonic acid (phosphorous acid) expressed as fosetyl Fosetyl (ethyl hydrogen phosphonate) Fosetyl-Al (sum of fosetyl, phosphonic acid and their salts, expressed as fosetyl). The results of the analyzes are expressed in unit mg/kg.

Qualitative screening analysis of volatile organic compounds in a sample with gas chromatography - mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The method is suitable for detecting various organic compounds with low polarities in different sample matrices.

Grazing Incidence X-ray diffraction (GI-XRD) measurement of thin film samples.

This method provides the measurement of the specular gloss of paper at an angle of 75° to the normal to the paper surface. Although its chief application is for coated papers, it may also be used for glossy uncoated papers such as supercalendered papers.

Profiling of N- and O-linked glycans from protein samples by Mass Spectrometry. Analysis of N-linked glycans includes: PNGase digestion of the proteins to liberate N-glycans, permethylation of N-glycans and analysis of native and permethylated glycans by Mass Spectrometry.

Grammage measures the weight of the sample related to its area. Grammage values are commonly used to categorize different board and paper grades.

Determination of the grammage of paper and board.

The gravimetric oil content measurement contains hexane (or light-petroleum) sample extraction. After the extraction the solvent is evaporated and remaining oil content is determined with a precision scale.

Determination of the grease resistance of paper and board. The test is primarily intended to establish a level of grease resistance by determining the time taken for a simulated “fat material” (palm kernel oil) to penetrate (break-through) the sheet for papers such as food board, and greaseproof and vegetable parchment.

In this test the grease resistance of paper is evaluated by using castor oil, n-heptane and toluene mixtures as per TAPPI 559 standard. A drop of the test liquid is dropped on the paper and after 15 seconds the drop is wiped off.

This test compares penetration of greases and oil, commonly found inf foodstuffs. This test can be used to evaluate and grade the usability of greaseproof papers and vegetable parchments.

Water (H₂O) content from biogas or natural gas sample.

This test can be used to determine the hardness of plastics with the ball indentation or shore hardness method. This test is done at room temperature and includes three measurements per sample.

Heat deflection temperature (HDT) is a measure of a plastic's resistance to deformation at a given load at an elevated temperature. It is defined as the temperature where the sample specimen will bend 0.25 mm under given weight.

This test is used to determine the effect of a vertical impact test on a horizontal edge on complete filled transport packaging. In the test, the packaging is placed on a carriage that is rolled against an impact apparatus.

Determination of hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) concentration of aqueous solutions. Determination is performed using titrimetric method with potassium permanganate solution.

Biogas or natural gas analysis for Hydrogen Sulphide, H₂S Detection limit 1 ppm-vol The prices are for one sample incl. one multifoil bag for sample gathering.

The test measures the textile's resistance to water with the hydrostatic pressure method accorg to AATCC 127 standard. In this test, one surface of the sample is subjected to hydrostatic pressure which is increased at a constant rate, until three points of leakage appear on the other surface.

Determination of Al, As, Ba, B, Cd, Ca, Cr, Cu, Sn, Fe, Mg, Hg, Pb, K, Se, Na, Sr, Zn from water samples using ICP-technique. The results are presented in the unit µg / l.

Determination of Sb, As, Hg, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Pb, Ni, Zn and V from water samples with ICP-MS-technique. The concentration of each element is expressed in units µg/l in the results.

Determination of Be, Ba, Co, Al, Mg, Cu, Li, Mn, Ag, Sn, Ti, V, Zn, Tl, B, Hg, Mo, Fe, Ca, K, U, P, Cd, Na, Cr, Ni, Pb, Sb, As and Se in water sample with ICP-MS-technique. The concentration of the each element is reported in the unit µg / l in the results.

ICP-MS technique provides information on the concentrations of metals in a sample. The measurement includes the following elements: Na, Mg, K, Ca, Li, Be, B, Al, Si, P, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, As, Se, Rb, Sr, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ag, Cd, In, Sn, Sb, Te, Cs, Ba, Hf, Hg, Tl, Pb, Bi, U.

Determination of calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), sodium (Na), magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn), manganese (Mn), iodine (I), copper (Cu), selenium (Se) and cobalt (Co) concentrations from food sample with ICP-MS-technique.

ICP-OES heavy metal measurement for soil, sludge or sediment samples. The assay includes the pre-treatment of the sample with aqua regia decomposition and the measurement of the following elements using ICP-OES technique: Ag, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb, Sb, V and Zn.

ICP-OES measurement package for waste and construction material samples. The assay includes the pre-treatment of the sample with aqua regia decomposition and the measurement of the following elements using ICP-OES technique: Ag, As, Ba, Be, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Li, Mn, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Sn, Sr, Tl, V and Zn.

Determination of Al, B, Bi, Ca, K, Mg, Na, S, Se, Si, Te, Ti and Zr from waste and construction material samples with ICP-OES-technique. The sample is pretreated by aqua regia extraction.

ICP-OES measurement package for soil, sludge or sediment samples. The assay includes the pre-treatment of the sample with aqua regia decomposition and the measurement of the following elements using ICP-OES technique: Ag, As, Ba, Be, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Li, Mn, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Sn, Sr, Tl, V and Zn.

ICP-OES nutrient measurement package for soil, sludge or sediment samples. The assay includes the pre-treatment of the sample with aqua regia decomposition and the measurement of the following elements using ICP-OES technique: Al, B, Bi, Ca, K, Mg, Na, S, Se, Si, Te, Ti and Zr The concentrations of the measured elements are expressed in unit mg / kg d.m.

The measurement is performed using a high-resolution ICP-MS technique (ICP-SFMS), which is able to identify very low elemental concentrations. The measurement includes only the selected element or elements from the list below: Ag, Al, As, Au, B, Ba, Be, Bi, Ca, Cd, Ce, Co, Cr, Cs, Cu, Dy, Er, Eu, Fe, Ga, Gd, Ge, Hf, Hg, Ho, Ir, K, La, Lu, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Nb, Nd, Ni, P, Pb, Pd, Pr, Pt, Rb, Re, Rh, Ru, S, Sb, Sc, Se, Sm, Sn, Sr, Ta, Tb, Te, Th, Ti, Tl, Tm, U, V, W, Y, Yb, Zn and Zr.

Metal screening analysis includes the semi-quantitative determination of 70 elements. The method is suitable e.g.

Analysis includes acid degradation of the sample and determinations of As, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb and Zn using ICP-SFMS technique (high resolution ICP-MS). The concentrations of the elements are presented in the results in unit mg/kg d.m.

ICP-SFMS measurement package for liquid chemical. The assay includes the measurement of the following elements using high resolution ICP-tecnique (ICP-SFMS): Al, As, B, Ba, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, K, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Ni, P, Pb, S, Si, Sr and Zn.

Identification of chemical groups from aqueous solutions using Raman-spectroscopy. Results will be delivered as raw data and spectra.

Identification of chemical groups from aqueous solutions using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Results will be delivered as raw data and spectra.

Qualitative identification of chemical groups from solids and by using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Results will be delivered as an FTIR spectrum.

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 1 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 1) Non-combustibility test Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 2 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 2) - Smoke and toxicity test Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 5 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 5) - Test for surface flammability Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 7 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 7) Test for vertically supported textiles and films Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 8 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 8) Test for upholstered furniture Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

IMO 2010 FTPC Part 9 (IMO Resolution MSC.307(88) Annex 1 Part 9) - Fire test for bedding components Materials for maritime use are tested according to the IMO 2010 FTP Code (International Maritime Organization Fire Testing Procedures Code). Results can be used for type approval (wheel mark).

Impact strength can be measured from rigid plastics with the Charpy to Izod methods. In these tests, a pendulum is used to break down the sample specimen.

The measurements determine the amount of inhalable and respirable dust fractions present in indoor air. The sample is collected using a sample collector and pump.

The measurement determines the amount of inhalable dust present in indoor air. The sample is collected using a sample collector and pump.

Determination of the intermingling point of yarns by an inhouse method.

This test is used to provide insight into the paper or board performance of coated fine papers, adhesion at carton side seams and more. In the test, the tape is placed on both sides of the test specimen and the sample is pulled apart in the z-direction and the force required to delaminate the paper is measured.

X-Ray Fluoresence (XRF) can be used to quantitatively determine the following minerals from iron ore: Al₂O₃, CaO, Cr₂O₃, Fe, K₂O, MgO, Mn, Na₂O, NiO, P, S, SiO₂, V₂O₅ and TiO₂. The method used in based on SS-ISO 9516-1:2018.

The method measures the diffues blue light reflectance factor of paper and board. The method is limited to white and near white samples.

Kappa number describes the lignin content or bleachability of pulp. With this test the kappa number is determined as per the ISO 302 standard, which is applicable ot all kinds of chemical and semi-chemical pulps within Kappa number range 1 to 100.

Karl Fischer titration is a classic titration method in chemical analysis that uses coulometric or volumetric titration to determine trace amounts of water in a sample.

Determination of nitrogen using Kjeldahl method.

The test gives the tensile strength of single and plied yarns with the knot method.

Determination of metal concentration on ALD thin films using LA-ICP-MS. Measurement includes analysis of 1 element.

Determination of metal concentration on ALD thin films using LA-ICP-MS. Measurement includes analysis of following elements: Ag, Al, As, Au, B, Ba, Be, Bi, Br, Ca, Cd, Ce, Co, Cr, Cs, Cu, Dy, Er, Eu Fe, Ga, Gd, Ge, Hf, Hg, Ho, I, In, Ir, K, La, Li, Lu, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Nb, Nd, Ni, Os, P, Pb, Pd, Pr, Pt, Rb, Re, Rh, Ru, Sb, Sc, Se, Sm, Sn, Sr, Ta, Tb, Te, Th, Ti, Tl, Tm, U, V, W, Y, Yb, Zn, Zr.

Determination of metal concentration on ALD thin films using LA-ICP-MS. Standard analyses includes analysis of following elements: Ca, Cr, Cu, Co, Er, Fe, Ge, Pb, Mn, Mo, Ni, K, Na, Sn, Ti, Ta, Zn, Bi, Au, Sn, V, Sr ja Y.

Determination of lactic acid from beverages using HPLC-MS technique.

The Finnish Government Decree on Landfills (331/2013) requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material before its disposal to landfill. Analyzes for conventional/non-hazardous and hazard landfill: • Sample crushing to 4 mm • Dry matter (%) • Leaching test (EN 12457-3:2002) • Total organic carbon, TOC (%w/w) • pH • Acid neutralization capacity, ANC • Soluble metals (As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Zn) (mg/kg) • Chloride, Cl (mg/kg) • Fluoride, F (mg/kg) • Sulphate, SO₄ (mg/kg) • Dissolved organic carbon, DOC (mg/kg) • Total dissolved solids, TDS (mg/kg).

The Finnish Government Decree on Landfills (331/2013) requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material before its disposal to landfill. Analyzes for conventional/non-hazardous and hazard landfill: • Sample crushing to 4 mm • Dry matter (%) • Leaching test (EN 12457-3:2002) • Total organic carbon, TOC (%w/w) • pH • Acid neutralization capacity, ANC • Soluble metals (As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Zn) (mg/kg) • Chloride, Cl (mg/kg) • Fluoride, F (mg/kg) • Sulphate, SO₄ (mg/kg) • Dissolved organic carbon, DOC (mg/kg) • Total dissolved solids, TDS (mg/kg).

The Finnish Government Decree on Landfills (331/2013) requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material before its disposal to landfill. Analyzes for inert landfill: • Sample crushing to 4 mm • Dry matter (%) • Leaching test (EN 12457-3:2002) • Total organic carbon, TOC (%w / w) • BTEX (mg / kg) • PCBs (mg / kg) • Mineral oil, C10-C40 (mg / kg) • PAHs (mg / kg) • pH • Acid neutralization capacity, ANC • Soluble metals (As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Zn) (mg / kg) • Chloride, Cl (mg / kg) • Fluoride, F (mg / kg) • Sulphate, SO₄ (mg / kg) • Phenol index • Dissolved organic carbon, DOC (mg / kg) • Total dissolved solids, TDS (mg / kg).

The Finnish Government Decree on Landfills (331/2013) requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material before its disposal to landfill. Analyzes for inert landfill: • Sample crushing to 4 mm • Dry matter (%) • Leaching test (EN 12457-3:2002) • Total organic carbon, TOC (%w / w) • BTEX (mg / kg) • PCBs (mg / kg) • Mineral oil, C10-C40 (mg / kg) • PAHs (mg / kg) • pH • Acid neutralization capacity, ANC • Soluble metals (As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Zn) (mg / kg) • Chloride, Cl (mg / kg) • Fluoride, F (mg / kg) • Sulphate, SO₄ (mg / kg) • Phenol index • Dissolved organic carbon, DOC (mg / kg) • Total dissolved solids, TDS (mg / kg).

Determination of Length Weighted Geometric Mean Diameter (LWGMD) using SEM-based method adapted from EU Commission Regulation (EC) No 761/2009. Price does not include following parts: - Sampling: crushing the samples at 10 MPa - Removing organic binder at 450 °C Results include test report and SEM images.

Contaminants detected by light filth Analysis include insect fragments, animal hair, whole insects, and other extraneous material such as feather barbules, mites, metal, rubber, plastic, and paint chips.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to artificial natural daylight (D65) up to note 6 of the standard.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to artificial natural daylight (D65) up to note 7 of the standard.

This test determines the resistance of color of all kinds of textiles to the combined effect of artificial sweat and artificial daylight (D65).

Determination of acid-insoluble and acid-soluble lignin in biomass sample. A solid biomass sample is hydrolyzed and the acid-insoluble residue is filtered out to determine the amount of Klason lignin.

With the 53830-4 standard the linear density of single and plied elasto-yarns can be determined accorg to the short length method. The method is applicable to elasto-yarns inclug core spun yarns from elastic fibers.

With the 53830-3 standard the linear density of single and plied yarns can be determined accorg to the short length method. The method is applicable to simple yarns, plied yarns and textured yarns.

This test can be used to determine the linear density of all kinds of yarn in package form with the rope method. The method is applicable to single yarns, folded yarns and cabled yarns.

A dilatometer can be used to determine the linear thermal expansion of a material as a function of temperature. The temperature range of the measurement is from 25 °C to 1600 °C , but there is also an option to test in cryogenic atmosphere, which ranges from –175 °C to 300 °C.

The test gives the tensile strength of single and plied yarns with the loop method.

Inhibitory effect of water samples on the light emission of Vibrio fischeri (freshly prepared bacteria).

Basic analysis for manure or compost includes analyzes listed below: • Dry matter • Total phosphorus (tot-P) • Soluble Nitrogen (NH₄-N, NO₃-N, org. N) • Total Nitrogen (tot-N) • Total Potassium (tot-K) Manure samples should be taken within 1 to 2 weeks of application.

Basic analysis for manure or compost includes analyzes listed below: • Dry matter • Total Phosphorus (tot-P) • Soluble Nitrogen (NH₄-N, NO₃-N, org. N) • Total Nitrogen (tot-N) • Total Potassium (tot-K) • Calcium (Ca) • Magnesium (Mg) • Copper (Cu) • Manganese (Mn) • Zinc (Zn) Manure samples should be taken within 1 to 2 weeks of application.

Standard analysis for manure/compost. Package includes analyzes listed below: • pH • Boron (B) • Calcium (Ca) • Copper (Cu) • Iron (Fe) • Magnesium (Mg) • Manganese (Mn) • Total Nitrogen (tot-N) • Soluble Nitrogen (NH₄-N, NO₃-N, org.

Standard analysis for manure or compost includes analyzes listed below: • pH • Boron (B) • Calcium (Ca) • Copper (Cu) • Iron (Fe) • Magnesium (Mg) • Manganese (Mn) • Total Nitrogen (tot-N) • Ammonium-Nitrogen (NH₄-N) • Nitrate-Nitrogen (NO₃-N) • Organic-Nitrogen (org. N) • Phosphorus (P) • Potassium (K) • Sulfur (S) • Zinc (Zn) • Soluble Salts • Moisture • Dry Matter • SAR Sodium (SAR-Na) • Ash Manure samples should be taken within 1 to 2 weeks of application.

Standard analysis for manure/compost. Package includes analyzes listed below: • pH • Boron (B) • Calcium (Ca) • Copper (Cu) • Iron (Fe) • Magnesium (Mg) • Manganese (Mn) • Total Nitrogen (tot-N) • Ammonium-Nitrogen (NH₄-N) • Nitrate-Nitrogen (NO₃-N) • Organic-Nitrogen (org.

A test method to determine the mass per unit area of textiles and fabrics by using small samples.

Method for testing the resistance of domestic articles made from ceramic, glass, glass ceramic, vitreous enamel, metal and plastics under the combined chemical, thermal and mechanical stresses of mechanical dishwashing in domestic dishwashers. It specifies a reference test method for domestic dishwashing only.

Determination of fibre melting point using Kofler bench. The maximum test temperature is 260 °C.

Testing of microplastic release during laundering. Microplastics are identified and counted using FTIR-ATR and SEM-EDX.

Migration testing of lead and cadmium from ceramic articles according to Commission Directive 2005/31/EC (amending Council Directive 84/500/EEC). This test does not cover the migration of metals from the lip and rim area of ceramic cups, mugs and etc.

MFFT is the lowest temperature at which a latex, emulsion or adhesive will uniformly coalesce when laid on a substrate as a thin film. An accurate MFFT value allows the formulation of products that cure correctly under specified application conditions.The measurement gives information about the minimum film formation temperature of latexes and polymer dispersions with a standardized method.

The determination of moisture content in solid recycled fuels cointains a gravimetric measurement of the sample prior to the drying in an oven and after it. All evaporated content may not be moisture as recovered materials contain different amounts of volatile compounds.

Moisture content of paper or board in standard RT conditions (23 °C/ 50 % RH) can be determined with this testing method.

Determination of free lignocellulosic monomeric sugars (glucose, mannose, galactose, rhamnose, xylose, arabinose) from the solution using ion chromatography. The results are reported as mg/ml of each monomeric sugar in the sample.

Nano Scratch Test of thin film samples. Typical measurement includes overview image of the scratch track (surface damage) and determination of critical load values (Lc1, Lc2, Lc3).

Ammonia (NH₃) and water (H₂O) content from biogas or natural gas sample NOTE: requires fast delivery! Delivery should be organized right after sampling!.

The method gives the number of stitches per unit length and unit area in most knitted fabrics.

This test is a modification of the ISO 7211-2 standard and it gives the number of threads per unit length of textile woven fabrics.

The nutritional content should appear on the label of almost every packaged food. Food Information Regulation 1169/2011 defines what information must appear on the label.

Nutritional analysis of compound feed or complementary feed intended for cats, dogs, and other furry animals according to the Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/2279: • Crude protein • Crude fat • Crude ash • Crude fibre • Moisture.

Determination of oil and grease content of a water sample by the method SFS 3010 (mod.). The oil and grease content of the sample is expressed in unit mg/l.

This test is used to give indication about textile's oil stain resistance, more specifically its resistance to wetting by hydrocarbons. In this test a series of selected liquid hydrocarbons with different surface tensions are used and the result is given as a numerical value, high values indicating better oil resistance.

This test is used to give indication about textile's oil stain resistance, more specifically its resistance to wetting by hydrocarbons. In this test a series of selected liquid hydrocarbons with different surface tensions are used and the result is given as a numerical value, high values indicating better oil resistance.

This method describes the determination of the opacity (paper backing) of paper by diffuse reflectance. It can be used to determine the opacity of papers or boards which contain fluorescent whitening agents, provided the UV content of the radiation incident on the test piece has been adjusted to conform to that in the CIE illuminant C using a fluorescent reference standard provided by an ISO/TC 6 authorized laboratory as described in in the ISO 2470‑1.

This test is used to detect optical brighteners with an UV light accorg to an inhouse method.

Determination of osmolality from liquid samples using a freezing point osmometer. Osmolality defines the number of osmols per kilogram of liquid.

Determination of osmolarity of liquid samples using a freezing point osmometer. Osmolarity defines the number of osmols per liter of liquid.

The overall migration (OM) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 Food simulants A, B and C are assigned for foods that have a hydrophilic character and are able to extract hydrophilic substances.

The overall migration (OM) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants A, B, and C, are assigned for foods that have a hydrophilic character and are able to extract hydrophilic substances.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 materials and articles intended for contact with all types of food shall be tested with food simulant A, B and D2.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 materials and articles intended for contact with all types of food shall be tested with food simulants A, B, and D2. With aqueous simulants, compliancy for repeated use will be tested by measuring overall migration three consecutive times from the same test item.

The overall migration (OM) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants A, B and C are assigned for foods that have a hydrophilic character and are able to extract hydrophilic substances.

The overall migration limit (OML) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants A, B and C are assigned for foods that have a hydrophilic character and are able to extract hydrophilic substances.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulant C shall be used for alcoholic foods with an alcohol content of up to 20 % and those foods which contain a relevant amount of organic ingredients that render the food more lipophilic.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulant C shall be used for alcoholic foods with an alcohol content of up to 20 % and those foods which contain a relevant amount of organic ingredients that render the food more lipophilic.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants D1 and D2 are assigned for foods that have a lipophilic character and are able to extract lipophilic substances. Food simulant D1 shall be used for alcoholic foods with an alcohol content of above 20 % and for oil in water emulsions.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants D1 and D2 are assigned for foods that have a lipophilic character and are able to extract lipophilic substances. Food simulant D1 shall be used for alcoholic foods with an alcohol content of above 20 % and for oil in water emulsions.

The overall migration limit (OML) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants D1 and D2 are assigned for foods that have a lipophilic character and are able to extract lipophilic substances.

The overall migration limit (OML) is the sum of all the compounds that might migrate from the FCM into food. According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulants D1 and D2 are assigned for foods that have a lipophilic character and are able to extract lipophilic substances.

According to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 food simulant E is assigned for testing specific migration into dry foods.

Determination of the oxygen transmission rate through films and sheet-like materials. The measurement is done on two parallel samples simultaneously.

This test is designed to measure the oxygen transmission rate of readily formed packages such as cups, bottles, trays, and containers. The test is done with three replica measurements.

Determination of PAH compounds in asphalt samples by GC-MS technique. The analysis includes the determination of the following compounds: • naphthalene • acenaphthylene • acenaphthene • fluorene • phenanthrene • anthracene • fluoranthene • pyrene • benzo (a) anthracene • chrysene • benzo (b) fluoranthene • benzo (k) fluoranthene • benzo (a) pyrene • dibenzo (ah) anthracene • benzo (ghi) perylene • indeno (123cd) pyrene • PAH 16, sum Results are reported in unit mg / kg.

Determination of PAH compounds in asphalt samples by GC-MS technique with express delivery time for the results. The analysis includes the determination of the following compounds: • naphthalene • acenaphthylene • acenaphthene • fluorene • phenanthrene • anthracene • fluoranthene • pyrene • benzo (a) anthracene • chrysene • benzo (b) fluoranthene • benzo (k) fluoranthene • benzo (a) pyrene • dibenzo (ah) anthracene • benzo (ghi) perylene • indeno (123cd) pyrene • PAH 16, sum Results are reported in unit mg / kg.

Quantity and elemental analysis for particles in gas.

The analysis determines the amount (%) of sand, silt and clay in the soil sample and evaluates the texture class for the soil sample.

Determining the particle size distribution of a powder using scanning electron microscope (SEM). As a result images and the determined particle size distribution from 100 different particles are delivered.

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by Laser Diffraction (LD). Analysis can be done from aqueous dispersions or solid samples that can be dispersed in water.

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by Laser Diffraction (LD). Analysis can be done from dispersions in organic solvents or solid samples that can be dispersed in organic solvent.

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by Laser Diffraction (LD). Analysis is performed from solid samples.

Particle size distribution (PSD) and shape of the particles is determined using image analysis. Image analysis characterizes particles shape such as fibers, rods, and crystals that can not be characterized meaningfully with traditional optical devices such as laser diffraction.

Pentachlorophenol is a compound that is used as a pesticide and a wood preservative. This analysis is used to determine the content of pentachlorophenol in an aqueous extract in pulp, paper and board.

This test is used for rubber or plastic-coated fabrics to determine their flex resistance in the folded condition. The appearance of the test specimen after a specified number of flex cycles is taken as a measure of the flex resistance in the folded condition.

Determination of selected pesticides using GC-MS and HPLC-MS techniques. The analysis includes the determination of the following compounds: GC-MS: • Aldrin • α-BHC, β-BHC, γ-BHC, δ-BHC • 2.4 DDT • 4.4 DDT • Dieldrin • Endrin • Fenitrothion • Profenophos HPLC-MS: • Acetochlor • Carbaryl • Chlorpyriphos • Diazinone • Imidacloprid • Malathion • Triazophos • Paraquat.

With this test, the pH of water extraction (hot or cold) from a paper, board or pulp sample is measured. The extraction is performed with deionized water, therefore the results may vary slightly from samples that are taken in mill process conditions.

Determination of phthalates by GC-MS tecnique. The analysis include compounds listed in below: • Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) • Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) • Di(n-octyl) phthalate (DNOP) • Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) • Diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP) • Diisononyl phthalate (DINP) • Dicyclohexyl phthalate (DCHP) • Diphenyl phthalate (DPhP) • Di(n-hexyl) phthalate (DNHP) • Phthalic anhydride • Diallyl phthalate (DAP) • Dimethyl phthalate (DMP) • Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) • diethyl phthalate (DEP) • Diamyl phthalate (DPP) • N-pentyl-isopentylphtalate • 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, di C7-11 branched and linear alkyl esters (DHNUP) • Di-2-n-butoxyethyl phthalate • Cyclic oligomers of (butylene terephthalate) • Tricyclodecanedimethanol bis(hexahydrophthalate) • 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, di C6-8 branched alkyl esters C7-rich (DIHP) • Diizopentyl phthalate (DIPP) • Dipropyl phthalate (DPP2) • N-pentyl-isopentyl phthalate (PIPP) • Dimethylglycol phthalate (DMEP) • Dibenzyl phthalate (DBP2) • Hexyl-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (HEHP) • Butyl Octyl phthalate (BOP) • Dinonyl phthalate (DNP) • Di(2-ethoxyethyl) phthalate (DEEP) • Dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP) • Diisohexyl phthalate (DMPP) • 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, dihexyl ester, branched and linear.

Determines the fabric's tendency to fuzz, lint and pill with the Martindale or box method.

Pin adhesion test measures the bond strength between the corrugated medium and the liner. On request the measurement can be done on double walled and triple walled corrugated cardboard.

FTIR (fourier transform infra-red) analysis can be used to identify functional chemical groups in polymers. From this analysis you will receive the FTIR-spectra of your sample and an expert assessment of the polymers in the sample.

Determination of flexural properties of rigid or semirigid plastic or composite material using three point bending measurements according to ISO 178. From this test you will obtain the following parameters: Conventional deflection Flexural Modulus Flexural strength at conventional deflection Flexural strength Flexural strength at break Bending at conventional deflection Bending at break The test is done at 100 mm/min as per ISO 178.

GC-MS analysis of 16 PAH compounds, which are listed as high priority pollutants by ES EPA. The analyzed PAH compounds are: naphthalene, acenaphthylene, acenaphthene, fluorene, phenanthrene, anthracene, fluoranthene, pyrene, benzo[a]anthracene, chrysene, benzo[b]fluoranthene, benzo[k]fluoranthene, benzo[a]pyrene, benzo[ghi]perylene, indeno[1,2,3-c,d]pyrene and dibenz[a,h]anthracene.

Chromatographic analysis of 16 PAH compounds, which are listed as high priority pollutants by ES EPA. The analyzed PAH compounds are: naphthalene, acenaphthylene, acenaphthene, fluorene, phenanthrene, anthracene, fluoranthene, pyrene, benzo[a]anthracene, chrysene, benzo[b]fluoranthene, benzo[k]fluoranthene, benzo[a]pyrene, benzo[ghi]perylene, indeno[1,2,3-c,d]pyrene and dibenz[a,h]anthracene.

Phase identification of the crystalline powder material using x-ray diffraction (XRD). The analysis can also provide unit cell dimensions.

Printing ink set-off can occur on the reverse side of printed labels, lids, cups and packaging film, either in a stack, or in the reel after printing. This creates a potential that low molecular weight substances could be transferred to the unprinted surface of the packaging that makes contact with the packed contents.

Printing ink set-off can occur on the reverse side of printed labels, lids, cups and packaging film, either in a stack, or in the reel after printing. This creates a potential that low molecular weight substances could be transferred to the unprinted surface of the packaging that makes contact with the packed contents.

In the puncture test a pyramid puncture head is used to measure the puncture resistance of the board sample. During this process, combined tensile, compression, flexural and shear forces occur.

This test is used to determine the puncture properties of rigid plastics. During the test a flat specimen is punctured by a falling impact (from 1 m at a speed of 4.4 m/s) specimen at a standard speed while force and deflection are measured.

Solvent purity assay with GC-FID and Karl Fischer techniques. Determination is performed by analyzing the sample with GC-FID and comparing the area of the solvent signal to the combined area of all peaks.

Solvent purity assay with GC-FID technique. Determination is performed by analyzing the sample with GC-FID and comparing the area of the solvent signal to the combined area of all peaks.

Determination of solvent purity by GC-FID technique and Karl Fischer titration and metal screening of the sample with ICP-MS technique. Solvent purity assay with GC-FID and Karl Fischer techniques.

The measurement uses the QuEChERS sample preparation method and HPLC-MS analysis to accurately determine the pyriproxyfen concentration in your sample. The result will be given as µg / l or mg / kg depending on whether your sample is liquid or solid.

Radiocarbon dating is a destructive method for analyzing the age of biological and organic materials such as fossils and very old objects. Some carbon containing inorganic samples can be analysed as well.

British Pharmacopoeia standard measurement for alginate raft-forming oral suspension's raft strength.

Determination of the elemental composition (ratio of the elements) using RBS (Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry). Also depth profiles of the sample surfaces can be determined using RBS.

Determination of the elemental composition (ratio of the elements) using RBS (Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry). Also depth profiles of the sample surfaces can be determined using RBS.

The Finnish Government Decree on the Recovery of Certain Wastes in Earth Construction (843/2017) is specifying the conditions within which the use of certain waste in earth construction does not require an environmental permit in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act (527/2014). This requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material.

The Finnish Government Decree on the Recovery of Certain Wastes in Earth Construction (843/2017) is specifying the conditions within which the use of certain waste in earth construction does not require an environmental permit in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act (527/2014). This requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material.

The Finnish Government Decree on the Recovery of Certain Wastes in Earth Construction (843/2017) is specifying the conditions within which the use of certain waste in earth construction does not require an environmental permit in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act (527/2014). This requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material.

The Finnish Government Decree on the Recovery of Certain Wastes in Earth Construction (843/2017) is specifying the conditions within which the use of certain waste in earth construction does not require an environmental permit in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act (527/2014). This requires the measurement of a specific set of analyzes from the waste material.

Determination of reducing sugar content, expressed as glucose, from food and feed with Luff–Schroorl titration method.

Determination of resin acids in a water sample by GC-FID technique. Determination normally includes identification of following compounds: • 13-B-7,9 (11) -abietic acid • 7, 9 (11) -abietic acid • 8,15-isopimaradiene-18-acid • Abietic acid • Abieth-8,12-diene-18-acid • Dehydroabietic acid • Diabetic acid • Neoabietic acid • Palustric acid • Pimaric acid • Sandarakoparic acid • Other resin acids • Resin acids, sum Sometimes the list to be reported may vary slightly depending on the sample.

The measurement determines the amount of respirable dust present in indoor air. The sample is collected using a sample collector and pump.

Testing for harmful substances in metal jewelery and watches according to the requirements of REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The test package includes the following tests: • Transfer of nickel from jewelry or watches to the human body.

This test is used to evaluate the compressive strength of paper and board by using the ring crush method. This test is especially useful in determining the suitability of shipping containers made from fibreboard.

Multiple methods to determine paper's and board's roughness exist. The most typical tests are: The Bendtsen method (ISO 8791-2) - For papers/boards that have Bendtsen value between 5 to 3000 ml/min.

The method involves determination of the volume loss due to the abrasive action of rubbing a test piece over a specified grade of abrasive sheet. This method (method A) is for a non-rotating test piece.

Salicin content measurement from biomass or wood based extract sample.

Salicylic acid content measurement from biomass or wood based extract sample.

Determination of sodium (Na) concentration ICP-MS-technique and calculating the salt content on the basis of Na content of sample.

In sieve analysis, the grain size of a sample is determined using seven different sized sieves. The results show the percentages of the following grain size fractions in the sample: • 2 mm and larger • 2 – 1 mm • 1 – 0.5 mm • 0.5 – 0.25 mm • 0.25 – 0.1 mm • 0.1 – 0.05 mm • Less than 0.05 mm.

With this test, the energy required to rapidly delaminate a sheet-type specimen is measured. The z-directional rupture is initiated by the impact of a pendulum having both a controlled mass and a controlled velocity.

Scratch Test according to ASTM C1624. Typical measurement includes overview images of the surface damages and critical loads (Lc1, Lc2, Lc3).

Screening of Volatile organic compounds (VOC) incl. siloxanes, terpenes, ketones, furans, hydrocarbons (C6-C14) in biogas or natural gas.

SCT (short span compression test) is one of the most commonly used testing methods in determining paper's and cartonboard's compressional strength. In this test, the sample is conditioned in standard conditions (23 °C / 50 % RH), after which the SCT is measured in machine direction (MD) and in cross direction (CD).

Determination of the resistance of thread systems of woven fabrics to slippage at a sewn seam. This method is suitable for all upholstery and apparel fabrics and stretch fabrics.

Determines the strength of straight seams in fabrics and apparel when a force is applied perpendicular to the seam. The method is applicable to most fabrics, but typically not for geotextiles, coated textiles, nonwovens, textile-glass woven fabrics and fabrics made from carbon fibres.

Analyzing sugar content of seaweed based solution samples. First free monomeric sugarcomponents are determined from the solution using ion chromatograph.

Analyzing carbohydrate content of seaweed based samples. Solid sample is hydrolyzed, acid insoluble residue is filtered out and the monosugar components are analysed using ion chromatography.

Iodine measurement from solid seaweed samples.

Measuring the content of seaweed based pigments in a solution using ion chromatography. The analysed compounds are chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b, chlorophyll c, fucoxanthin, astaxanthin, lutein, β-carotene and antheraxanthin.

SEC-MALS (size exclusion chromatography - multi-angle light scattering) is a polymer analysis method that is used to characterize molar masses and branching properties of polymers. This analysis gives information about high molecular weight polymer's mass average molar mass Mw, numeric-average molar mass Mn, it's polydispersity index PDI and information about branching.

Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS) is a quantitative method to determine the concentration depth profiles of the elements. SIMS can be used for a wide variety of solid-state sample types.

Imaging of the sample with scanning electron microscope (SEM). In a typical measurement, several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overall view of the sample surface.

Imaging of the sample using scanning electron microscope (SEM) with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX, EDS) . In a typical measurement, several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overall view of the sample surface.

The standard specifies test methods for the sensory analysis of packaging materials which are intended for direct food contact.

This European Standard specifies the test method for assessment of the odour and flavour released by a paper or board sample. It is applicable to all kinds of paper and board, including coated and/or printed material, intended to come into direct or indirect contact with foodstuffs.

The three-point shelf life test includes the following microbiological analyses: • Aerobic microorganisms 30 ° C • E. Coli • Yeasts and molds • Salmonella The analyzes are performed at the beginning, middle and at the end of the estimated shelf life.

The three-point shelf life test includes the following microbiological analyzes: • Aerobic microorganisms 30 °C • Enterobacteria • Bacillus Cereus (preliminary) • Yeasts and molds The analyzes are performed at the beginning, middle and at the end of the estimated shelf life. The price of the analysis includes three measurements.

Biogas or natural gas analysis for Hexamethyltrisiloxane (D3), octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4), Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5), Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6), Hexamethyldisiloxane (L2), Octamethyltrisiloxane (L3), Decamethyltetrasiloxane (L4), Dodecamethylpentasiloxane (L5), Trimethylsilanol (SiOH).

The method includes the determination of boiling point of petroleum fractions. Sample needs to have boiling range between 55.5 - 750 °C and sufficiently low vapour pressure to allow sample preparation at room temperature.

This test gives the breaking force and elongation at break of textile yarns according to ISO 2062 standard. During the test, a constant extension rate is used.

Measures smoothness of paper or board sample with the Bekk method. This method is recommended with especially smooth grades and is not recommended for samples over 0.5 mm thickness or very permeable samples.

Computational determination of NaClO₃ content from liquid. Sodium chlorate concentration of the sample is calculated from the ClO₃ content which is measured with using ion chromatograph (IC) technique.

Determination of NaClO₃, ClO₃ and ClO₂ content from liquid. Contents of chlorate and chlorite are measured with using ion chromatograph (IC) technique.

We offer specific migration testing for almost all the compounds listed in Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 Annex I. Price and turnaround time depend on the tested substance.

Specific migration of 1,3-butadiene from a plastic food contact material. The compound is listed under FCM 223 in Annex I of European Regulation No 2011/10.

Specific migration of elements listed in Annex II of Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/1245 of 2 September 2020 amending and correcting Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. The test covers the following elements or parameters: • Lithium (Li) • Sodium (Na) • Magnesium (Mg) • Aluminum (Al) • Potassium (K) • Calcium (Ca) • Chromium (Cr) • Manganese (Mn) • Iron (Fe) • Cobalt (Co) • Nickel (Ni) • Copper (Cu) • Zinc (Zn) • Arsenic (As) • Cadmium (Cd) • Antimony (Sb) • Barium (Ba) • Lanthanum (La) • Europium (Eu) • Gadolinium (Gd) • Terbium (Tb) • Mercury (Hg) • Lead (Pb) • Sum of lanthanide – Eu, Gd, La, Tb.

Specific migration of formaldehyde from a plastic food contact material. The compound is listed under FCM 98 in Annex I of European Regulation No 2011/10.

Analysis of non-intentionally added substances (NIAS), which are chemicals that are present in a food contact material (FCM) or food contact article (FCA) but have not been added for a technical reason during the production process. NIAS have various sources and can be grouped into side products, breakdown products, and contaminants.

Analysis of non-intentionally added substances (NIAS), which are chemicals that are present in a food contact material (FCM) or food contact article (FCA) but have not been added for a technical reason during the production process. NIAS have various sources and can be grouped into side products, breakdown products, and contaminants.

Analysis of non-intentionally added substances (NIAS), which are chemicals that are present in a food contact material (FCM) or food contact article (FCA) but have not been added for a technical reason during the production process. NIAS have various sources and can be grouped into side products, breakdown products, and contaminants.

Specific migration of poly((R)-3-hydroxybutyrate-co-(R)-3-hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBH) from a plastic food contact material. The compound is listed under FCM 1059 in Annex I of European Regulation No 2011/10.

BET (Brunauer–Emmett–Teller) analysis to determine specific surface area and pore size of solid materials.

Determines the mass loss of specimens that have undergone the Martindale abrasion resistance test. The test is applicable to all uncoated fabrics.

Surface energy determination using contact angle measurements with deionized water, diiodomethane and ethylene glycol as wetting liquids. Total surface energies and their polar and dispersive components are determined.

Tensile properties and elongaton at break of textiles can be determined with variety of standards depending on the sample type. Tear strength can be used to evaluate the strength characteristics of any textile product.

This method determines the out of plane tearing resistance of paper or boards of low grammage with the Elmendorf method. The result is given in newtons (N).

Imaging of the sample with transmission electron microscope (TEM). In typical measurement, several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overall view of the sample.

Imaging of the sample with transmission electron microscope (TEM) and determination of the elemental composition of the sample using electron dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). In typical measurement, several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overall view of the sample.

Physical properties of paper goods should be able function as they are inteded. Small variations in the paper/paperboard can affect the mechanical properties of the product.

This method is used to study tensile properties of isotropic and orthotropic fibre-reinforced plastic composites according to ISO 527-4 standard.

With tensile testing, strength properties of metals and metal extrusion products can be determined. Properties that are deducted from the testing data are eg.

Tensile test for moulded, such as injection moulded, plastics at room temperature. The test characterises the tensile modulus, yield point and point of break with the standard method EN ISO 527-2.

This test indicates the textiles resistance to surface wetting by water. This test can be used for any type of textile or fabric to study surface wetting.

This test indicates the textiles resistance to surface wetting by water. This test can be used for any type of textile or fabric to study surface wetting.

This method determines the resistance of fabrics to penetration by water with the hydrostatic pressure method. The method is primarily intended for dense fabrics.

TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis) coupled with an IR (Infra-Red) sensor allows identification of gases formed during TGA analysis. In addition to the mass loss curve from TGA, this method will allow identification of volatiles, decompositon and gaseous reaction products.

Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) can be used to determine transition temperatures and enthalpy changes of solid and liquid samples under controlled temperature changes. Typical research topics are transition temperatures (melting, crystallization, glass transition temperature) and their enthalpies, material's amorphic and crystalline behaviour, hardening and specific heat, material compatibility and the effect of additives.

Thermogravimetry (TGA) is an analysis method where the sample is heated at a controlled rate, or kept at a controlled temperature, while its mass is weighed with an extremely precise scale. TGA may give information about phase transitions, absorption, adsorption, desorption, chemisorption, thermal decomposition, and solid-gas reactions.

The method can be used to determine the thickness of textile products under specified pressure. The test is not applicable to textile floor coverings, geotextiles, nonwovens or coated fabrics.

Time of Flight- Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) is an analytical technique that provides information about the surfaces of solid materials. It can be used for elemental and molecular analysis and surface mapping of a wide variety of solid-state sample types.

Tof-ERDA measurement for thin films. Results include elemental composition (atomic-%), total content (1E15 at/cm2), and depth profiles (concentration as a function of depth) of the measured layer.

Determination of toluene and xylenes in solid or liquid samples. Xylene is analyzed as total xylene, i.e.

Determination of total chlorine in solid samples according to DIN 51727. The sample is pretreated by burning it calorimetrically, after which the concentration of chlorine is analyzed by LC technique.

Determination of total fluorine in solid samples according to DIN 51723. The sample is pretreated by burning it in an oxygen bomb, after which the concentration of fluorine is analyzed by ion chromatography (IC).

The method is used to determine the total moisture of recovered solid fuel sample dried in an oven. The method is applicable to all recovered solid fuels.

Determination of total nitrogen content of a water sample by FIA technique according to SFS-EN ISO 11905-1:1998.

Determination of total sugar content, expressed as glucose, from food and feed with Luff–Schroorl titration method.

Determination of total sulphur content in biogas / natural gas. Components include • hydrogen sulphide • carbonyl sulphide • methanethiol (methyl mercaptan) • ethanethiol (ethyl mercaptan) • 2-methyl-2-propanethiol (tert-butyl mercaptan) • propanethiol (n-propyl mercaptan) • butanethiol (n-butyl mercaptan) • 2-propanethiol (iso-propyl mercaptan) • dimethyl sulphide • ethyl methyl sulphide (methyl ethyl sulphide) • diethyl sulphide • tetrahydrothiophene (THT) Please mention if you require suitable sample bag for collecting the sample.

Paper or paperboard that comes into contact with food must not release processing aids that have an antimicrobial effect on food. This analysis is used determine the transfer of antimicrobial constituents from paper and board materials and articles intended for food contact.

This test is used to evaluate the transfer of color of papers and boards that are inteded to come into contact with foodstuffs against a greyscale to provide a rating for the bleeding.

This test is used to evaluate the fastness of fluorescent whitened paper and board that are inteded to come into contact with foodstuffs against a UV light to provide a rating for the bleeding.

This test determines the change in skewness in woven and knitted fabrics or twist in garments upon being subjected to repeated automatic domestic laundering procedures.

This test determines the direction of twist in yarns, the amount of twist in turns per unit length and the change in length on untwisting by a direct counting method. The method cannot be used to yarns which stretch more than 0.5% when the tension increases from 0.5 cN to 1.0 cN or yarns with linear density over 2000 tex.

Analysis includes acid degradation of the sample and determinations of uranium (U) using ICP-SFMS technique. The concentrations of uranium is presented in the results in unit mg / kg d.m.

Determination of urine resistance of textiles by an inhouse method.

Vicat softening point is the temperature where a flat pointed needle penetrates the sample to a thickness of 1 mm when loaded with a 10 N or 50 N load. In the test, the sample is placed in an oil bath that is heated at a rate of 50 °C / h or 120 °C / h and the needle is placed on the surface of the sample.

Vicker hardness is used to observe material's ability to resist plastic deformation from a standard source. The method can be used for all metals.

Determination of vinyl chloride (chloroethane, CAS 75-01-4) content in plastics.

Viscosity determination for liquids and suspensions using cone plate rheometer with 500 s-1 shear rate.

Determination of vitamin A in solid samples by HPLC technique.

Determination of vitamins from food samples using HPLC technique. Package includes determinations of: • Provitamin A (beta-carotene) • B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B7 and B12) • Vitamin C • Vitamin E.

Determination of vitamin D from solid food samples with HPLC technique.

Determination of trace metal contamination on silicon wafer and thin film surfaces using VPD-ICP-MS method. There are two different options for the VPD-ICP-MS: VPD-ICP-MS for bare-silicon wafer and VPD-ICP-MC for thin film samples.

The test measures the water aborptiveness of sized paper and board. The method is not suitable for grades with grammage less than 50 g/m² or embossed paper.

Analyses to be performed on a water sample: • Oils and greases • Elements (Al, As, Ba, B, Cd, Ca, Cr, Cu, Sn, Fe, Mg, Hg, Pb, K, Se, Na, Sr, Zn) • Bicarbonate (HNO₃) • Bromide, Br • Chloride, Cl • Conductivity at 25 °C • Anionic detergents • Cationic detergents • Total hardness • Fluoride, F • Total phosphorus, P • Appearance • Silicate, SiO₂ • TDS • Total suspended solids • Sulphate, SO₄ • Alkalinity • Nitrate, NO₃ • Phenolic compounds.

Analytical package to determine the quality of potable water. The package includes the following analyses: • Coliformic bacteria • E.

Analytical package to determine the quality of borehole water. The package includes the following analyses: • E.

Analytical package to determine the quality of borehole water. The package includes the following analyses: • E.

This test is used to evaluate the strength of a glue bond in a corrugated cardboard after being immersed in water. This test is useful especially for applications where high degree of resistance to wet conditions is required.

This method uses the rising height method to determine the suction speed of textiles against water.

Determination of the water vapour transmission rate (WVTR) according to standard ASTM F1249 of the material. Water vapour transmission rate (WVTR) represents the amount of water vapour that passes through a material or substance over a set period of time.

This test is designed to measure the water vapour transmission rate (WVTR) of readily formed packages such as cups, bottles, trays, and containers. The test is done with three replica measurements.

Water vapor transmission rate of textiles is used to evaluate the breathability of fabrics. The test measures the amount of water vapour that goes through the fabric in a controlled environment.

The gravimetric dish method can be used to determine the water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) of materials that have a high water vapor permeability. This method is intended for sheet materials that have water transmission rate over 1 g / m² / day.

In this test the tensile strength of paper or board is measured after being iimmersed in water for a specified period. This test can be evaluated the suitability of boards and papers that may be exposed to water at some point of their use, such as packagin materials.

A test method to determine the width and length of textiles and fabrics.

XPS is a semi-quantitative technique to measure the elemental composition of the surface of a material. In addition, it can also determine the binding states of the elements.

XPS depth profiling combines a sequence of ion gun etch cycles with XPS analyses that provide a quantitative and semi-quantitative composition (mass-%) of the sample surface and layer thicknesses.

Quantitative mineralogical analysis by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) on bentonite samples to identify and quantify the concentration of occurring minerals. The analysis is performed according to EN 13925.

X-ray fluorescence measurement for SiFe samples. The analysis includes the determination of the following elements: Si, Al, Ca, Ti, P, Mn, Cr and C.

X-ray reflectometry (XRR) analysis of thin film samples. Results include density (g / cm³), thickness (nm), and roughness (nm) values.

Determination of the evenness of yarns by an inhouse method.

The influence of temperature, chemical reactions, radiation, etc make white or colorless materials, for example, art material, paper, and paints yellow. The yellowness number indicates the change in the yellow value of a sample due to one or more of the above-mentioned reasons.

Determination of the zeta potential of the particle-solvent interface.