Validate your Odour Sampling Results
The evaluation of an odour sample collected at a source or during an ambient survey involves the determination of the odour detection threshold value (ODTV) and other odour parameters using an odour panel with an olfactometer. An odour panel is a group of people screened to have a “normal” level of odour sensitivity and who are trained to assess odours. An olfactometer is a scientific device which is used to accurately dilute an odorous sample before it is presented to the panelists.
ORTECH has been using odour panels and olfactometers to evaluate odour samples for over 40 years. The ORTECH olfactometer has been designed and is operated to give results which are superior in both accuracy and precision and can provide lower levels of detection compared with other olfactometers which are used in Ontario and elsewhere. The ORTECH olfactomer is used for compliance testing and has also been used to screen and train Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Conservation and Parks (MECP) inspectors. ORTECH also offeres analysis of odour samples for Intensity, Character and Hedonic Tone.
Do you want to collect your own odour samples for us to analyze? ORTECH will be happy to assist with sampling recommendations, provision of sampling media, and rental of sampling equipment if required.
The ORTECH odour panel and olfactometer are operated in accordance with MECP Method ON:6 and the European Standard Method EN:13725.
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