Mapping organic contamination
In water, soil, and environmental research, it is important to gain insight into the presence of organic substances. Instead of directly analyzing dozens of individual compounds, organic aggregate parameters provide an efficient and reliable overall picture.
These analyses provide insight into the organic load of a sample and help assess water quality, discharges, process flows, and potential contamination. The results form the basis for further assessment or additional research.
Analysis of mineral oil, EOX, TOC, and phenol index
Normec performs various analyses, each of which highlights a different aspect of a sample’s organic composition.
We investigate, among other things:
- Mineral oil (GC) to identify oil contamination
- TOC (Total Organic Carbon) as a measure of the total amount of organic substances
- EOX (Extractable Organically Bound Halogens) as an indicator of halogenated organic compounds
- Phenol index to determine phenols and phenol-like compounds
Together, these parameters provide a valuable picture of the presence and extent of organic contaminants.
A smart first step in any investigative process
Organic summary parameters are used as an initial assessment of a sample. The analyses help identify anomalies and guide any follow-up investigations.
This makes these analyses particularly suitable for:
- Wastewater analysis
- Groundwater monitoring
- Surface water testing
- Soil testing
- Discharge monitoring
- Industrial process monitoring
From analysis to practical insights
A measurement result only becomes valuable once its meaning is clear. That is why our specialists look not only at the numbers, but also at the context of your research question. Whether it concerns a permitting process, an environmental study, or a process flow inspection, we provide clear reports and reliable interpretations of the results.
Informed decisions for environmental performance
Changes in water quality or environmental performance occur gradually. By periodically monitoring organic parameters, trends can be identified in a timely manner and risks managed more quickly.
With Normec’s analyses, you have access to reliable information to optimize processes, track environmental performance, and make informed decisions.
Would you like to have mineral oil, EOX, TOC, or the phenol index analyzed?
Frequently Asked Questions
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Organic aggregate parameters provide insight into the total presence of groups of organic compounds within a sample.
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They help assess the organic load in water, soil, or other environmental samples and detect potential contaminants.
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TOC measures the total amount of organic carbon in a sample and is often used as a general indicator of organic load.
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This analysis is used to detect oil contamination that may originate from industrial activities, fuels, or lubricants.
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EOX provides insight into the presence of halogenated organic compounds that may be relevant to environmental and water research.
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The phenol index is used to detect phenols and phenol-like compounds in water and environmental samples.
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The analyses are performed on, among other things, wastewater, groundwater, surface water, process water, and soil-related environmental samples.