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Portland, Oregon
10130 SW Nimbus Avenue, Suite D-7 Tigard, OR 97223 844-324-9516
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Raleigh, North Carolina
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Customer Account Representative: Luke Davis: LDavis.nc@FieldEnvironmental.com Lee Marchman: LMarchman.nc@FieldEnvironmental.com
Seattle, Washington 11710 Airport Road, Suite A-300 Everett, WA 98204 855-398-5600
Customer Account Representative: Matt Houser: MHouser.WA@FieldEnvironmental.com Steve Ehresman: SEhresman.WA@FieldEnvironmental.com
WHY THIS GUIDE?
Field Environmental Instruments (FEI) provides this guide as an overview of the equipment, instruments, supplies, and safety items needed to execute vapor intrusion and soil vapor sampling projects.
Based on our experience, we developed this booklet to lead you through the decision-making process. Please call us for guidance related to your specific project site requirements, instrument and equipment specifications, or any other questions you may have.
What Steps are Necessary?
1. Monitoring & Sample Point Installation: The installation method you chooser depends on your project site conditions, time period of monitoring event, and sample data needed.
2. Leak Detection: Testing for leaks ensures the integrity of the sample collection.
3. Field Screening: Use direct read instruments to determine if the vapor sample collected needs to be lab-tested.
4. Analytical Sample Collection: If the field test determines that lab testing is necessary, we offer vacuum chambers to store the samples.
5. Disposable Supplies: Be sure to have tubing, SUMMA® canisters, and Tedlar bags for your sampling event.
1. Monitoring & Sample Point Installation
FEI Catalog ID’s
Solinst 615 Drive Point Piezometer
The Solinst Model 615 Drive-Point Piezometer is designed as an affordable method to monitor shallow groundwater and soil vapor in suitable conditions. Solinst Drive-Point Piezometers can be driven into suitable soils up to 20 to 25 feet (6-7 meters) with any direct push or drilling technology. To avoid clogging or smearing of the screen during installation, a shielded version is also available.
615 c/w 1/2” barb (ID: 04752)
615N no barb (ID: 07484)
615C w/ 1/4” Compression (ID: 11458)
615S Shielded c/w barb (ID: 11460)
615SN Shielded no barb (ID: 07485)
3’ Extensions (ID: 04755)
SS Coupling (ID: 04756)
Delrin NPT Cap (ID: 13763)
Tubing Bypass (ID: 11474)
Drive Head Assembly (ID: 20407)
Slide Hammer (ID: 12405)
Vapor Pin®
Vapor Pins® allow for simple one-point sampling. Vapor Pins are reuseable for multiple samples. Simply drill a hole into the ground and place the Vapor Pin inside with a connected line of tubing to being sampling.
The AMS Flighted Auger Kit is what you need when your job calls for fast, accurate drilling of small diameter holes. Use the slide hammer to hammer in the soil sampling tips.
The Panther Gas Leak Detector utilizes a micro-thermal conductivity sensor, which offers fast and sensitive detection for many gases such as hydrogen, helium and refrigerants. Leaks can be quantified in a variety of different measurements. This Data can be logged and exported as a csv file.
FEI Catalog ID’s
FEI Catalog ID’s
Calibration & Accessories
Male Demand Flow Regulator (ID:14407)
Male Regulator (ID: 00451)
Calibration Helium 0.50% 103L (ID: 12101)
Tracer Helium 99.99% 103L (ID: 10709)
Ion Science GasCheck G2
Designed for the search and location of gas leaks, the Ion Science GasCheck G leak detector provides you with effective detection of almost any gas or gas mixture. Robust and reliable, the GasCheck G leak detector gives stable, repeatable readings of the detected gas. The instrument’s LCD display, LED indicator and audible sounder clearly indicate the leak present.
Calibration & Accessories
Male Demand Flow Regulator (ID:14407)
Male Regulator (ID: 00451)
Calibration Helium 0.50% 103L (ID: 12101)
Tracer Helium 99.99% 103L (ID: 10709)
Dielectric Helium Leak Detector MGD-2002
Pinpoint accuracy from 25 PPM in pressurized system leak detection is available with the Dielectric Helium Leak Detec tor. Convenient and easy to use, the detector is designed for one-handed operation of all functions.
FEI Catalog ID’s
Dielectric Helium
Detector MGD-2002 (ID: 05510)
Calibration & Accessories
Male Demand Flow Regulator (ID:14407)
Male Regulator (ID: 00451)
Calibration Helium 0.50% 103L (ID: 12101)
Tracer Helium 99.99% 103L (ID: 10709)
Ion Science Panther Pro Helium Gas Leak Detector (ID: 25551)
Ion Science GasCheck G2 Helium Leak Detector (ID: 07491)
Leak
3. Field Screening
RAE Systems MiniRAE 3000
The MiniRAE 3000 is the most advanced handheld VOC monitor on the market. Its PID extended range of 0 to 15,000 ppm makes it an ideal instrument for applications from industrial hygiene to leak detection and HAZMAT.
FEI Catalog ID’s
MiniRAE 3000 10.6 eV Lamp (ID: 06206)
MiniRAE 3000 11.7 eV Lamp (ID: 06456)
Calibration & Accessories
Female Regulator (ID: 00450)
Female Demand Flow Regulator (ID: 14408)
Isobutylene 100 ppm 17L (ID: 00034)
Isobutylene 10 ppm 17L (ID: 01693)
Zero Air 17L (ID: 00043)
Thermo Scientific™ TVA 2020
Water Trap Filter (ID: 12988)
Water Trap Filter w/ Connector (ID: 02609)
The Thermo Scientific™ TVA 2020 vapor analyzer can be configured as a flame ionization detector or dual detection technology (FID/ PID) to offer fast response times.
FEI Catalog ID’s
TVA 2020 FID Only (ID: 17083)
TVA 2020 Dual FID/PID (ID: 13511)
FEI Catalog ID’s
GEM™ 2000 (ID: 06776)
GEM™ 5000 (ID: 12676)
Calibration & Accessories
Female Regulator (ID: 00450)
Female Demand Flow Regulator (ID: 14408)
Isobutylene 100 ppm 17L (ID: 00034)
Zero Air 17L (ID: 00043)
Methane 17L 500 ppm (ID: 01691)
Hydrogen Fuel Disposable Tank 680L (ID: 08210)
Spare H2 Tank (ID: 13545)
Carbon Tip Filter (ID: 00404)
Landtec GEM™ 2000 & 5000
The GEM™ 2000 and 500 portable gas analyzers were designed to specifically measure landfill gas.
Calibration & Accessories
Female Regulator (ID: 00450)
Female Demand Flow Regulator (ID: 14408)
Methane 15% CH4, 15% CO2, N2 Bal 17L (ID: 00277)
Methane 50% CH4, 35% CO2, N2 Bal 17L (ID: 09342)
FROG 5000™
The FROG 5000™ analyzes volatile organic compounds providing lab quality data in under 15 minutes. The FROG 5000 detects Benzene, Trichloroethene, Alkanes, and many more VOCs.
FEI Catalog ID’s
4. Analytical Sample Collection Vacuum Chambers
Zefron All-in-One Air Sampling Chamber
The Zefon All-in-One Air Sampling Chamber is a complete sampling chamber featuring an internal pump and battery that can take up to 100 samples on a full charge. It has a large viewing window for monitoring the bag filling process and fills the bag without passing the sample through the pump.
SKC Vac-U-Chamber
The SKC Vac-U-Chamber is a rigid air sample box allowing the direct filling of a gas sample bag using negative pressure which requires a personal air sampling pump. The air sample enters the bag directly without passing through the pump.
Air Sampling Pumps
The VAPex Pro is a personal sampling pump which connects to bluetooth for monitoring from your phone. Supports a flow sampling range of 20 to 500 ml/min.
The GilAir Plus is a compact and lightweight air sampling pump with a flow rate from 20 to 5100 cc/min. It can also data log up to 16 events for easy analysis.
...and more in the FEI Catalog!
(ID: 25617)
(ID: 14205)
(ID: 1493)
(ID: 25773)
Casella VAPex Pro
Gilian GilAir Plus
5. Disposable Supplies
Tubing
Field Environmental provides a variety of tubing in various types and sizes custom cut for all of your vapor intrusion monitoring needs.
FEI Tubing Types
LDPE
HDPE
Vinyl Teflon
Pseudocone
Tedlar Bags
Tedlar bags allow for quick and easy collection of a small vapor sample to be tested later.
FEI Catalog ID’s
Single Fitting, 2 mil, 1L Vol. (ID:155)
Single Fitting, 2 mil, 1L Vol. (10 pack) (ID:204)
Nitrile Gloves
FEI offers a variety of disposable gloves for your projects needs in a variety of sizes
FEI Catalog ID’s
Light Blue Powder-free (3-4 mil) M (ID:23627) L (ID:22327) XL (ID: 22328)
Sempermed Black Powder-free (5 mil) M (ID: 20412) L (ID: 17026) XL (ID: 17027) XXL (ID: 17028)
Sempermed SemperShield Royal Blue, Powder-free (6 mil) L (ID: 19061) XL (ID: 19062)
Decontamination Supplies
Decontamination supplies may be needed for some vapor intrusion jobs. We offer a wide range of different types.
FEI Catalog ID’s
DECON-IT® 16oz Spray Bottle (ID: 15948)
DECON-IT® Sachets (10 mL) 10 pack (ID: 21063)
Alconox® Detergent 50 box of 1/2 oz. packets (ID: 00345)
Liquinox® Detergent 1 Quart (ID: 00346)
Vapor Intrusion Monitoring Guide
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Drill a small diameter hole into the foundation of the monitoring site and place a vapor pin inside.
Place a helium shroud over the vapor pin connecting the line of tubing from the shroud to it.
Next, seal the helium shroud with modeling clay and begin applying helium gas to the shroud.
Check for leaks from the shroud by moving a leak detector around it making sure it is properly sealed. There should be a limited amount of Helium escaping the shroud.
Use a Field screening device to detect volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
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Collect a sample of the vapors into a vacuum chamber, tedlar bag, or SUMMA canister for further lab testing.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Rental Rates
• Fairest rates in the industry
• Flexible rental terms, real-time rentals
• Rental period STARTS the day after you receive the equipment (except for morning deliveries
• Rental period ENDS the business day before FEI receives the equipment; for LOCAL PICKUP, the rental period ends the day you call
Delivery
• FREE local delivery and pick-up of equipment
• Equipment arrives the day before rental starts
• Items shipped worldwide via FedEx or UPS
• No calibration or maintenance fees
• Instruments serviced and calibrated to manufacturers’ specifications
Equipment Support
• 24/7 technical support
• Cleaning, calibrating, and servicing the industry’s most popular equipment
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