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Do you analyze wipe samples?

Yes. Torrent analyzes and reports wipe samples for a wide variety of analytical methods. We can prepare your wipes with the proper “wetting” agents to ensure that the parameters you are testing [...]

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Can you take samples for me?

Torrent can assist you in the collection of some water samples in a limited capacity. In situations where self-monitoring is required, our trained field chemist can arrange to take the necessary [...]

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I am regulated by the city/county to monitor our waste stream. Can you help?

Torrent has participated in helping clients with their monitoring requirements for over 25 years. If you provide us with the information from your regulator we will make sure all of the correct [...]

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Do you analyze Storm Water samples per NPDES requirements?

Storm water analyses are part of Torrent’s routine services. Our sample control department can put together kits that will meet your exact storm water sampling requirements. Just notify us prior [...]

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What about those parameters that do require field preservation?

Whenever there is a requirement, Torrent will provide pre-preserved containers that are clearly marked with the type of preservative and the parameter of its use. Examples of these are: VOC [...]

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When should samples be preserved at the time of collection versus at the laboratory?

There are very few parameters that require immediate preservation of samples at the time of collection. In most cases, we preserve samples upon receipt, as long as they are received by our [...]

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How do I determine the water sample volumes required for my requested analyses?

While each method gives a suggested sample volume, due to improved technologies the actual volumes necessary may be much less than previously needed. Additionally, methods are written as though [...]

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How do I know what type of container I need for collecting my samples?

Our sample bottle request form lists the containers and recommended sample volumes. Remember that some parameters can be combined together in one sample container so please contact the PM [...]

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How do I get containers or request a sample pick up?

Fill out our Torrent Express Sample Pick Up request form or contact our Project Management Team. We ship all containers that are shipped via Overnight delivery service or can be picked up at our [...]

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Can you supply containers?

Yes, Torrent Lab can provide sampling supplies for water and soil. We also provide soil method 5035 (Encore) sampling kits at additional cost. Suma canisters and all supporting flow controllers [...]

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