ETTL Analytical Laboratory
Testing Services
Above, a lab technician makes a volatile analysis on a
Hewlett Packard GC/MS in ETTL's Analytical Laboratory
ETTL's Analytical Laboratory is equipped with instruments able to perform
the vast majority of environmental test protocols. Established in 1973
as a self-contained ETTL Division to serve customers directly, as well as
to provide support services to ETTL's in-house engineering staff,
it is a modern, full-service Laboratory with its own managerial,
business development and scientific staff. Its Services include:
RCRA Hazardous Waste Characterization: The ETTL Analytical Laboratory can perform
all characteristics tests including the TCLP leachate test listed in Appendix II of 40 CFR
261.
Ground-Water Monitoring / Leachate Testing: Working with owners/operators of
impoundments, landfills, or other treatment/disposal facilities.
Petroleum Storage Tank (PST) Program: Carried out in accordance with 40 CFR Part 280
and the Texas Administrative Code - Chapter 334. Standard turnaround time is three
business days. "Next Business Day" expedited services are also available.
NPDES Storm Water Runoff Sampling and Analysis: ETTL can provide storm water runoff
sampling instructions and training, as well as sampling kits and testing, to help clients meet
storm water discharge permit needs.
NPDES Priority Pollutant Services: Testing services to enable the client to meet the
requirements of EPA protocols.
Chromatography: Fast and reliable turnaround times for both semivolatiles and volatiles
using the Justice Innovations chromatography data system. EPA protocols are followed in
all analyses.
Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) Analyses: Following EPA protocols
for both semivolatiles and volatiles. Also used extensively for identification of unknowns.
General Chemistry: Carrying out a great range of general chemistry analyses, using EPA
protocols on soil and water samples.
Metals Analysis: Atomic absorption spectroscopy, using flame aspiration, graphite furnace
or cold vapor techniques, following EPA protocols.
For information about ETTL's analytical laboratory equipment, quality assurance program,
turnaround times, and associated field activities, click the headings below:
For more information about ETTL's Analytical Laboratory
Testing Services, contact Mike Cruce or Steve Kennedy
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