Published by admin on September 12th, 2011
Environment Agency officers will be visiting 43 companies on the Dunkirk Industrial Estate near Nottingham to carry out pollution prevention and hazardous waste visits between 7th. and 9th. September 2011.
The main aim of these visits is to work with the companies on the Dunkirk Estate to prevent any pollution incidents, such as fuel and oil going down surface water drains and ending up in the nearby Tottle Brook. Tottle Brook has also suffered from various other environmental incidents in the past which have included fly-tipping and illegal waste.
See the full story here
Published by admin on September 12th, 2011
The source of oil which polluted Aberystwyth harbour has been found, says Environment Agency Wales.
The red diesel oil spill has been traced to a nearby company, which has not been named, but the investigation into the cause is continuing.
Officials said the pollution had stopped but “residue” in the sewerage system could still get flushed out and enter the harbour.
Traces of the pollution have also been reported on Aberystwyth South beach.
On Monday, Public Health Wales and Ceredigion County Council were advising people who were staying on boats in the area to seek alternative accommodation.
They also said it might be advisable for residents to keep doors and windows closed.
The oil caused a “visible sheen” on the water, and odour problems had persisted in the area but officials expected the situation to improve.
for the full story go to BBC news website
Published by admin on August 19th, 2011
Manchester, UK – 16th August 2011 – Multisensor Systems Ltd has announced the launch of the MS2000, an on-line Trihalomethane (THM) in water monitoring instrument, based on advanced gas sensing techniques. The instrument is designed to measure THM concentrations down to less than 10 ppb.
Unlike other methods of measuring THMs the Multisensor product does not require laboratory facilities nor does it employ any chemicals in its implementation. This reduces costs and time in monitoring THMs at the output of water treatment works or in the distribution network.
The Multisensor THM Monitor works by passing gas, from the headspace above the water, across a sensor array. The data from the sensors is subsequently processed to provide concentration levels and statistics. There is no direct contact with the water being monitored and therefore servicing is only required every 6 months, minimising cost.
The instrument reports concentrations of THMs using a variety of communications interface options, including wireless, digital wired interfaces such as Profibus and a 4 – 20mA analogue current loop for SCADA systems. Historical data is stored within the monitor and this can be downloaded for further analysis via the wireless interface or by connecting a PC to the USB port. This method is also used for firmware upload and reporting of instrument status.
Working with power supplies from 100V to 240V AC or 24V DC over a temperature range of 0 – 40C the product provides accuracy of +/- 5% using the sample presentation system which is provided.
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Press Contact: Brad Weaterton. Tel 0161 491 5600
Email brad.weaterton@multisensor.co.uk
Multisensor Systems Ltd (www.multisensor.co.uk) is a privately funded developer and supplier of highly sensitive instruments for the detection of environmentally harmful contaminants in water and air. Multisensor Systems specialises in the development and supply of products using advanced gas sensing technology. Using a variety of different sensor types the company designs signal processing and interfacing hardware and software, to provide cost effective solutions to monitor and protect a variety of clean and waste water installations, conduct air monitoring and detect harmful organic chemicals .
Published by admin on August 12th, 2011
Multisensor are pleased to welcome Mark Brown, a new addition to our growing business here in Cheadle
Mark will complement the team with his knowledge and experience in his role heading up our sales department.
We are all looking forward to working with Mark and wish him all the best in his new role.
Published by Brad on August 5th, 2011
Crop growers were fined £25,000 with £2,015 costs following the pollution spills last October.
An estimated 4,000 litres of diesel contaminated the surface water drainage system for 350m after a storage tank was broken into at the farm and a hose left running overnight.
Harlow Magistrates’ Court heard the farm’s accident management plan was out of date, not all drains were shown on its drainage map, and sprayer filling areas were too near to surface water drains.
Read the full story here: Chelmsford Weekly News
Published by Brad on August 5th, 2011
Washington, D.C. – On July 28, thousands of public comments were delivered to the Environmental Protection Agency headquarters calling for strong clean water protections. These comments, collected across the country, reflect widespread public endorsement of the Administration’s efforts to restore Clean Water Act protections to critical waterways and drinking water sources. Among those who commented were over 1,300 health professionals, 60 county officials, and over 250 sportsmen groups.
This show of public support comes as Congress debates legislation that would block EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers from moving forward on clarifying which water bodies are protected under the Clean Water Act.
Hundreds of organizations have encouraged EPA to move forward with restoring Clean Water Act protections to America’s streams and wetlands. National organizations include American Rivers, Clean Water Action, Clean Water Network, Earthjustice, Environment America, Izaak Walton League, League of Conservation Voters, National Wildlife Federation, Natural Resources Defense Council and Sierra Club.
read the full article here: Environment America
Published by Brad on August 5th, 2011
A RIVER wildlife survey launched last week aims to highlight the condition of wildlife found in and around rivers in Wales and England.
The survey, by the Our Rivers campaign, aims to collect information about the wildlife and species people have seen in their area.
But it also hopes to tackle major concerns about rivers, after an official report showed nearly three-quarters failed environmental targets last year.
Jack Clarke, from the campaign, said: “Many of us have a river close to our homes where we love to walk, fish or simply sit and reflect and we’re hoping we can encourage this national army of river wildlife spotters to tell us what they have seen.
He said river wildlife is under threat by rural and urban pollution, over-abstraction, sewage discharges and invasive species.
An Environment Agency report last year showed that 72% of rivers in Wales and England are failing European environmental targets, he said.
Mr Clarke added: “We need to raise awareness of these issues and put pressure on the Government to do something about them ahead of the publication of the upcoming Water White Paper.
“This document will set out how our Government cares for our river network and the wildlife that depends on it.”
To take part log on to www.ourrivers.org.uk
Read the full article: http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2011/07/11/army-of-wildlife-watchers-to-monitor-our-rivers-91466-29029746/#ixzz1U9egZ1Wj
Published by admin on July 25th, 2011
The EPA has set up a trihalomethane assessment program to fully review THM issues nationally.
Since 2007, the number of public water supplies failing to meet recommended minimum THM concentrations, has been increasing.
Full details can be found here
Published by Brad on April 6th, 2011
Manchester, UK – 6th April 2011 – Multisensor Systems Ltd has announced the availability of a new range of volatile Organic Compound (VOC) and Hydrocarbon detection products, based upon its advanced, low maintenance sensor technology. These monitors are designed to protect Water Treatment works, monitor Industrial Wastewater for accidental and illegal discharges and for environmental monitoring.
Service and calibration periods are 6 months reducing cost of ownership and the non contact method of sensing VOCs makes for very high reliability.
The MS1100 range provides for the detection of VOCs to parts per billion concentrations, so hydrocarbons can be detected much earlier than is the case using optically based instruments.
The MS1100 is smaller than its predecessors and provides an adjustable alarm function to signal a high VOC concentration event, relative to the background level in an individual application or environment. The instrument adapts automatically to sensor and circuit drift.
A 4-20mA isolated loop output for integration into a SCADA system is provided as standard. Additional communications options, such as a wireless data modem, Profibus or extra relay drives are available.
A USB port is provided for programming of the unit and firmware upload, or this can also be achieved via the optional wireless modem. All data is collected and stored for later retrieval, allowing detailed analysis using the graphical User Interface (GUI) which is supplied, or if preferred via standard spreadsheets.
The instrument is housed in an IP65 enclosure, requiring 90-240V AC single phase or 24V DC power, and is supplied with all software and GUI.
Published by Brad on March 9th, 2011
We are delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Wasser Berlin Trade fair and Congress between 2nd and 5th May 2011.
“The global economy depends on water. Water is the source of life for the world population – today and tomorrow. The industry’s main event for water and wastewater WASSER BERLIN INTERNATIONAL offers the attractive combination of a professional trade show and an international congress program.”
For more details, please visit the Wasser Berlin website here
Multisensor Systems Ltd are looking forward to a successful show and hope to see you at our booth in Hall 5.2, stand no 214
