GSユアサ環境科学研究所 List of Products and Services

Currently, PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are subject to strict management and storage obligations under the Waste Management Law. However, according to the "Special Measures Law for the Promotion of Proper Treatment of Polychlorinated Biphenyl Waste" enacted in 2001, it is mandatory for storage operators of low-concentration PCB waste to process it by March 31, 2027. Therefore, when replacing the insulating oil of transformers or capacitors manufactured before 1989 or when decommissioning such equipment, it is necessary to investigate whether the PCB content exceeds 0.5 mg/kg. Our company conducts trace PCB analysis tests in insulating oil to accurately meet our customers' needs.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

Work environment management is one of the fundamentals of occupational health measures, and it is important for eliminating various harmful factors in the work environment and ensuring the health of workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Act requires employers to conduct work environment measurements for specific workplaces to ensure the health of workers. The substances targeted include dust, specific chemical substances, organic solvents, lead, and noise. Our company accurately measures these using extensive experience and the latest technology. Additionally, we provide advice for environmental improvement based on the results.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

The reuse of waste is particularly emphasized in living environments and industrial activities, and it is necessary to understand its nature for proper utilization. Additionally, businesses that generate industrial waste have the responsibility to manage it. It is essential to analyze waste to ensure proper processing. Our company conducts measurement and analysis of hazardous substances in industrial waste.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

It is very important to maintain our living environment in a better condition. "Sick House Syndrome," which is said to be caused by substances such as formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), can be addressed and prevented in advance, allowing for a safe living experience. Our company conducts measurements and analyses related to sick houses in residences, schools, and other places.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

There are a variety of "odors" around us, which are involved in our lives in various ways. Our company conducts measurements and analyses focused on specific odor substances and odor indices based on the Offensive Odor Control Law.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

Asbestos is highly regarded for its durability, heat resistance, chemical resistance, and electrical insulation properties, and in Japan, it was once referred to as the "miracle mineral" and widely used for various applications. However, in recent years, it has been feared as a substance that poses significant health risks to humans. The "Asbestos Hazard Prevention Regulations" have strengthened measures to prevent exposure to asbestos during activities such as the demolition of buildings, and if the presence of asbestos cannot be determined through preliminary investigations, conducting analytical surveys and recording the results are mandatory. Our company utilizes analytical equipment such as X-ray diffraction devices and phase contrast microscopes to measure and analyze the concentration of asbestos in products and in the air.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

Complaints related to noise and vibration are said to be the most common among environmental issues. The Noise Regulation Act and the Vibration Regulation Act establish compliance with regulatory values for businesses with specific facilities to protect the living environment of surrounding areas. In recent years, complaints about low-frequency noise have been increasing, and manuals and guidelines have been published to address this issue. Our company conducts preliminary surveys related to noise and vibration, as well as measurements of noise and vibration in offices, factories, and other locations.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

While soil contamination surveys are mandated by the Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act and various regulations, there has been an increase in cases where individuals voluntarily conduct soil contamination surveys in recent years, whether to determine the presence of contamination or to assess real estate value during land transactions. By conducting soil contamination surveys in advance, we can ensure safe, secure, and smooth land transactions, preventing issues such as lawsuits that may arise if contamination is discovered after the sale. Our company is a designated survey organization under the Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act, and we provide comprehensive survey results, from historical investigations to survey planning, soil sampling, and highly accurate analytical results.

• Geological Survey
• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system

Substances emitted from business establishments into the atmosphere are regulated by laws such as the Air Pollution Control Act and the Kyoto Prefecture Environmental Protection and Nurturing Ordinance. Our company conducts measurements and analyses of emissions, including smoke from factories, performance tests of treatment equipment, and nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide in the ambient air.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment

The substance "water," which is familiar to us, cannot be said to be kept clean due to the increase in the amount and types of chemical substances used, as well as the pollutants contained in domestic wastewater. Our company conducts measurements and analyses of water quality related to living environments, including tap water, pool water, bathing water, factory effluent, environmental water (rivers, lakes, seas, groundwater), and agricultural water. Please feel free to consult us regarding items not listed above.

• Environmental Survey
• Analysis and prediction system
• Other analytical equipment