Tree density research paves the way for non-destructive testing methods
University of West London (UWL) researchers say they have developed pioneering techniques to map the architecture and mass density of tree roots within the...
Case study: Detecting toxic gases at a container inspection firm
Toxic gas is said to be a threat presented by around 10% of freight containers. The problem for anyone opening or entering such containers...
Hats off to filtering headwear
A Scottish company is seeking second round funding for what it says “could be a breakthrough in wearable technology” and a potential solution to...
Much of the Nord Stream gas remained in the sea
A lot of the methane simply dissolved in the surrounding water of the southern Baltic Sea following the September 2022 explosion, according to measurements...
Connected detector
A new single-gas detection wearable from Blackline Safety is said to offer fast incident response time and a more efficient way to manage safety and compliance.
Sponsored content: Monitor air quality – without a monitor!
Being able to monitor air quality without a sensor in place seems like magic, although highly impressive, it's not quite magic. Advancements in technology...
3d laser maps aim to help protect coastal heritage sites in €4 million EU...
The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales (RCAHMW) has commissioned aerial mapping company Bluesky to capture highly accurate laser maps...
Connected gas detector offers easy set-up, maintenance and reporting
Honeywell announced a new connected gas detector (on 2 November) designed to keep industrial operations safe while making set-up, maintenance and compliance reporting faster...
Scientific microplastic survey of Scottish coastal waters confirms contamination
Microplastics found in two thirds of samples, many carrying toxic chemicals
The results from Greenpeace’s 2017 ship tour of Scotland - published on 7 March...
Detector improves reliability of gas network surveys
Said to improve the reliability of gas network surveys, the new IRwin methane leak detector and probe system employs an IR sensor, reacting quickly...
Making sense of sensor arrays
Research at Oregon State University is working towards the development of an electronic "nose" capable of monitoring air quality, detecting safety threats, and measuring gases in a patient's breath.
The worm turns for IAQ sensing?
Researchers at the University of Turku in Finland have developed a new method for measuring indoor air quality, making use of fluorescent nematodes.
Safety and efficiency through proactive action
This article contains paid for content produced in collaboration with Stonegate Instruments.
Given the stringent health and safety and environmental regulations in place, businesses are...
Measurement of persistent organic pollutants: Recent progress profiled
By Gauthier Eppe
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are toxic chemicals that pose a significant threat to human health and the environment. Widely used during the...
