- PCM
- PLM
- TEM
SanAir is a full-service laboratory offering asbestos analysis in Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM), Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM), and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM).
Our state-of-the-art Asbestos Testing Laboratory provides quality analytical results with rapid turn around times within three hours. Our polarized light microscopes used for bulk asbestos analysis are designed by Leica for a wide variety of applications such as petrography, mineralogy, and materials analysis. The latest energy dispersive x-ray analysis and Scan Active Digital Imaging technology can be utilized by our Hitachi TEM and Hitachi TEM/STEM (scanning capabilities) Electron Microscopes. We offer a complete line of analytical testing for all different types of matrices. At SanAir, we are dedicated to superior customer service and maintaining a level of standard at every facet of analysis and reporting.
Analytical Services
Airborne Fiber Analysis by Phase Contrast and Transmission Electron Microscopy
- PCM
- NIOSH 7400
- NIOSH 7400 with OSHA 8hr Time Weighted Average
- AHERA (40 CFR, Part 763, Subpart E, Appendix A)
- Yamate TEM Level II
- TEM NIOSH 7402
Bulk Asbestos Analysis by Polarized Light and Transmission Electron Microscopy
- PLM EPA Method: 600/R-93/116
- PLM EPA 400 Point Count
- PLM EPA 1000 Point Count
- PLM EPA NOB with Gravimetric Reduction Prep – EPA/600/R-93/116
- PLM NY ELAP 198.6
- NIOSH 9002
- TEM NOB-EPA/600/R-93/116
- TEM Chatfield
- TEM NY ELAP 198.4
Water Analysis for Asbestos by Transmission Electron Microscopy
- TEM EPA 100.2
Dust Analysis for Asbestos by Transmission Electron Microscopy
- ASTM D5755: Microvacuum Samples
- ASTM D6480: Wipe Surface Samples
Soil Analysis for Asbestos by Polarized Light Microscopy
- PLM EPA 600/R-93/116 (qualitative analysis)
Analysis design for rocks, soil, and vermiculite asbestos testing
- California Air Resource Board 435 (LOD <1%, 0.25%, and 0.1%) available
- PLM EPA 400 Point with Milling Prep
- “Cincinnati” Method EPA/600/R-04/004
