Sampling studies
Studies designed to inform water-resource decisions, sampling water, soil and air.
Emerging Contaminants
Get ahead of PFAS and microplastics.
Sampling strategy, data interpretation and treatment options for PFAS, microplastics and other contaminants that regulators are watching.
5core deliverables
4step process
12focus areas & add-ons
Freeconfidential consultation
Overview
Emerging Contaminants in practice
Rules for emerging contaminants keep moving. We help you decide what to sample, which laboratories and methods to use, how to read the results, and which treatment options deserve a closer look.
Our approach joins the science with the regulatory picture, so your plan holds up as requirements develop. Our experts follow industry and regulatory developments so that the advice you get is current.
Training for your operators on this topic is available in TRY Academy.
General information. Descriptions here are illustrative and not engineering, legal or regulatory advice. Work is provided only under a signed proposal or agreement, and results vary by system. Some content on this site is prepared with AI assistance. Read the full disclaimer.
What is included
- PFAS and microplastics assessment
- Sampling and analytical planning
- Treatment technology screening
- Technical report development and review
- Training for your staff
Our process
How it works
- 1
Scope
Define the contaminants, sources and decisions that matter to your system.
- 2
Sample and analyse
Design sampling studies and use validated analytical methods with trace-level detection.
- 3
Interpret
Read the results against current rules, health guidance and your treatment train.
- 4
Treat and report
Screen treatment options and prepare clear reports for managers, regulators and the public.
What we do
Contaminants we work on
PFAS testing and remediation
Full analytical testing for PFAS in drinking water and other sources, with remediation options.
1,4-Dioxane testing and treatment
Detection and quantification in water sources, with treatment screening.
Bisphenol-A testing
Analytical methods for detecting BPA in water.
Chromium-VI testing
Testing for hexavalent chromium, a toxic contaminant with health risks.
PPCP testing
Detection and quantification of pharmaceuticals and personal care products.
Microplastics
Research support and analytical method development.
Also available
PFAS in the environment
Analytical services
Trace-level PFAS detection with validated results.
Treatability studies
Assess whether PFAS can feasibly be removed, with recommended treatment and a detailed report.
Report writing
Clear reports for stakeholders, regulators and the public.
Also available
Training and reports
Training
Courses on PFAS, 1,4-dioxane, BPA, chromium-VI and PPCPs, available through TRY Academy.
Technical report development and review
Reports that explain what is present and suggest the response.
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