AA Spectrometers detect heavy metal elements.
Press Release Summary:
Used for analysis and detection of hazardous elements, Atomic Absorption (AA) spectrometers help users meet WEEE and RoHS directives. M and S series include products ranging from entry-level, single/multi-element flame or furnace to multi-element, dual atomizer flame and furnace instruments. Both series feature VP100 Continuous Flow Vapor System for high-sensitivity vapor analysis and Mercury Absorption Cell for detection of mercury formed as mono-atomic vapor.
Original Press Release:
Thermo Electron's AA Spectrometers Help Detect Heavy Metal Elements for Compliance with New WEEE and RoHS Directives
Cambridge, England (June 02, 2005) - Atomic Absorption (AA) spectrometry is an analytical technique proven to achieve exceptional levels of performance in the analysis and detection of hazardous elements. With the imminent introduction of the stringent Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directives, the electrical and electronics industry will require more effective methods to control the quality of materials used and eliminate any hazardous substances. With a complete range of sensitive and flexible AA spectrometers, Thermo Electron Corporation (NYSE:TMO) can offer manufacturers and recyclers expert analytical tools and methods coupled with in-depth technical support to help perform the required analyses.
The stricter EU regulations require that electronic and electrical equipment should contain reduced levels of hazardous substances. Compliance will equally apply to companies wishing to trade in the EU countries. The amount of waste going to landfill and the hazardous substance content of electronic and electrical equipment will have to be dramatically reduced. The new provisions make the producers of such waste fully accountable and the onus will be on these companies to meet the published standards. Levels of heavy metal elements such as cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and chromium (Cr in various electrical and electronic components will need to be stringently controlled.
To help users ensure their products comply with the new regulations and avoid fines, Thermo Electron's AA spectrometers offer versatile and sensitive analysis of trace metals in a wide range of samples. With the M and S series AA spectrometers, ranging from entry-level single/multi-element flame or furnace to multi-element dual atomizer flame and furnace instruments, Thermo has a solution adapted to different needs.
Both the M and S series AA spectrometers feature the VP100 Continuous Flow Vapor System, which allows high sensitivity vapor analyses to be performed. A long path length Mercury Absorption Cell is also included, providing even lower detection limits of mercury formed as a mono-atomic vapor, which is of specific interest to WEEE/RoHS compliance.
For more information about Thermo Electron's ranges of AA spectrometers, please call +1 800-532-4752, e-mail analyze@thermo.com or visit www.thermo.com/elemental
About Elemental Analysis
A leader in AA, ICP, ICP-MS, X-ray, Coulometry and OE spectrometers for fast, accurate analysis of liquids, solids and powders, Thermo Electron's elemental-analysis systems are used for process and quality control, environmental and hazardous-materials monitoring, and R&D in the environmental, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, food and beverage, petrochemical, metal and geological markets. Our acclaimed line of elemental-analysis products includes mobile, desktop, laboratory and automation models. For more information, visit www.thermo.com/elemental
About Thermo Electron Corporation
Thermo Electron Corporation is the world leader in analytical instruments. Our instrument solutions enable our customers to make the world a healthier, cleaner and safer place. Thermo's Life and Laboratory Sciences segment provides analytical instruments, scientific equipment, services and software solutions for life science, drug discovery, clinical, environmental and industrial laboratories. Thermo's Measurement and Control segment is dedicated to providing analytical instruments used in a variety of manufacturing processes and in-the-field applications, including those associated with safety and homeland security. Based near Boston, Massachusetts, Thermo has revenues of approximately $2.7 billion, and employs approximately 11,000 people in 30 countries. For more information, visit www.thermo.com.
