Indoor air pollution has become a matter of huge concern for both residents and employers. Currently, it is identified as a major health hazard by all countries. Indoor air quality inspection services protect occupants from diseases and disorders most suffer as a result of excessive indoor pollution. As a resident or a worker, people spend most of their time indoors, hence it becomes extremely crucial to maintain good indoor air quality and sustain its quality in the long term. 




According to an indoor air quality inspection survey, poor indoor air quality has been found to be closely correlated with both Sick Building Syndrome (SBS ) and Building-Related Illness  (BRI). SBS includes symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, dry throat, cough, watery eyes, and BRI including symptoms such as legionnaire’s disease, allergic alveolitis, pneumonia, occupational asthma, and even certain cancers. 




Parameters such as Carbon dioxide, relative humidity, temperature, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, formaldehyde, oxygen, ozone, ammonia, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are examined by the SMSLA  air quality inspection team equipped with state-of-the-art testing facilities in order to determine the quality of air indoor. 




For instance, if the levels of carbon monoxide (CO) are below the permissible limits prescribed in the standard guidelines, but on the other hand, the levels of total volatile organic compounds TVOCs are way above the permissible limits, then the indoor air quality inspection services would rate of the air quality - poor. 




Apart from chemical factors, residents and employees also suffer from respiratory disorders due to biological factors such as mould and moisture. Fungi and bacteria are far more likely to thrive in highly humid environments where air circulation is stagnant - eventually, creating mycotoxins and endotoxins that severely impact occupants' health. It is known that better air quality inspection drastically reduces certain symptoms of asthma and other respiratory diseases.  




In the case of indoor air, inappropriate ventilation systems often lead to the accumulation of pollutants indoors. And it also results in a lower exchange of indoor air with fresh air, thus making occupants prone to getting affected by indoor air pollutants. 




With the help of effective indoor air quality inspection and monitoring systems in place, employers are able to ensure that employees can productively work in healthier spaces with cleaner air. When employers offer an environment that is free from potentially harmful chemicals and pollutants, it always results in higher retention levels, increased productivity, and a steep decline in absenteeism. 




Pollen, dust, fungi, clean solvents, formaldehyde, paint, and perfumes are some of the major factors that severely impact air quality. It is hard to control them entirely but can be kept under check with air quality inspection services. 




Over the decade, SMSLA global has gathered extensive experience in the assessment of indoor air quality analysis and testing. All of our services including analytical services are backed by our qualified and experienced team members. Additionally, our quality testing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and machinery. Our experts put forward their best practices coupled with their technical knowledge assimilated in their years of practice.   




At SMSLA global, we employ an end-to-end approach for complete indoor air quality inspection. With advanced testing capabilities to analyze high-end chemical, microbiological, physical, and instrumental parameters with state-of-the-art facilities, SMLA global strives to fulfil - a proactive commitment toward quality, safety, environment, and social compliance. 




We strive to create a healthier, comfortable, and productive environment for local residents and the company’s employees.  



Material testing is important for all industries as it ensures the quality and safety of the end product.  Usually it is done at the end of the manufacturing process.  It is better to test individual parts of a product rather than the whole product at  one time.  Here are a few ways by which you can determine the quality of a  material  




There are many types of material testing that can be done on products.  If your company doesn’t have the facilities for testing, you can outsource it to material testing laboratoriesHere are a few types of material testing 





  • TENSILE TESTING: Tensile testing is done to check how a material behaves when axial loads are applied to it.  This type of testing is mostly done on plastic, metal, rubber and fabric materials.  For checking the tensile strength, the material is exposed to both high and low temperatures. 





  • STRESS TESTING: Stress testing is done to determine a material’s ability to resist compressive  force applied to break it.  The time period force which the force is resisted is also  recorded.   





  • BEND TESTING: For testing the flexibility of a product, a bend test is done.  There are two  types of bend testing that can be done in a material testing lab  namely 3 point and 4 point.  In this type of testing, either the load measurement or the breaking point of a material is determined.   





  • BOND STRENGTH TESTING: Bond strength testing involves determining the amount of stress require to break the adhesive bond between two materials.  This type of test is mostly done on orthodontics and medical adhesives.   




Here are some other useful tips that you can take to determine the quality of a material.   




PRE-INSPECTION  




Material testing is also known as inbound or receiving  inspect here are some steps that can be followed before the actual inspection.   




The receiving department in your organization will already have its own processes in place  which might include verifying and recording the quantity of material received, checking the order purchase number and verifying whether the order is complete 





  • PHYSICAL INSPECTION  




It is always a good idea to take photos and videos of the material after you receive it.  There are many workflow management tools  that enable you to tag the photos you take for easy storage in inspection forms.   





  • CHECK  PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS  




This is a critical step that needs to be taken.  Check the specifications of the project to confirm whether the material you received from material testing labs in India meets the required specifications.  Any part or component whether liquid or metal that does not meet the standards should never pass inspection 




Once you know the specifications of the project, you can confirm whether the materials meet the contract requirements and purchase order 




There are other different types of testing that can be done in a material testing lab   like shear test, peel test, tear strength testing, creep resistance and elastic limit testing.   




SMSLA Global is an accredited material testing laboratory.  Our material testing services include food packaging material testing for seafood and other sectors.  We have our laboratories are in Ahmedabad, Coimbatore, Cochin, Mumbai, Hyderabad,  Chennai, Coimbatore, and  Visakhapatnam.   



Water testing services seem significant in figuring out the quality of water as life is directly & completely dependent on it. The necessity of a drinking water test multiplies when the particular source of water is directed towards using it for drinking purposes. The quality checks done under drinking water testing state the hazard carried by water and can potentially harm health in any aspect. Used for many activities, in varied forms, a slight change in the composition of water can make it hazardous for health, thus making water testing services crucial. 




According to statistical data of 2019, around 387 districts in India were contaminated by Nitated and it was also found that India ranked 120 out of 122 in terms of water quality. Hence, to ensure the quality of water used, Water testing services become inevitable. 




Water quality is being evaluated under different purposes and different guidelines such as construction water, drinking water, groundwater, industrial water, irrigation water, packaged drinking water, surface water, swimming pool water, etc. Out of this drinking water quality is of the highest significance. 




Water carries a lot of things with it, some benefitting whereas some highly hazardous for health. While relocating to a new place, or probably to ensure the quality of drinking water supplied at the place you live; drinking water testing becomes the only assurance to evaluate the drinking water microbiologically and chemically. 




There can be various micro organisms that find their way into the water. Some Elements like fluorides arsenic that appear in water can contaminate it extensively. To eliminate the complete problem and finding a feasible solution, fetching professional help for drinking water testing sounds vital. 




Professional laboratories like SMSLA.Global, with years of experience and industry knowledge in the field, make the process of water testing accurate and reliable. As a perfect quality check partner, SMSLA.Global thrives to solve the challenges faced and provide a smart quality solution. With top-notch technical assistance, SMSLA.Global aims to provide the best technical solution and quality check. 



Materials testing is a technique used to check the physical and mechanical properties of raw materials and various components. It is done for many reasons and provides vital information about tested materials, prototypes, and product samples. The data gathered from testing can be useful for engineers, product designers, and product managers. Material testing is usually done in a material testing lab. 




Testing is done for meeting regulatory requirements, selecting the right materials for an application, assessing product design, and confirming product specifications. 




DIFFERENT TYPES OF MATERIALS TESTING  




There are many types of testing that can be done in material testing laboratories. It can help to understand what material would best suit a certain purpose. Testing methods can include: 




WE CONDUCT DIFFERENT TYPES OF MATERIALS TESTING  WHICH ARE AS FOLLOWS  




1.PLASTIC INDUSTRY: As Per IS 9845 Laboratory to assure the quality of plastic product By Overall Migration & Color Migration Test, For Specific Migration ICPMS can be used to identify Trace Metals  and GC/MS can be used to identify harmful chemicals and toxins Test as to be done by Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate. 




2. FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRY: Food manufacturers use plastics for packaging purposes. Overall Migration & Color Migration Test can be done for 10 days in Oven (40°C) to  Identify the taste and Odor in Plastics, So we can find solvent residue in plastics. GC/MS headspace analysis can help identify contaminants in the food. Other than migration test can we check bursting strength. 




Other regular tests being done for these industry are  





  • ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY TRAINING: This type of testing is mostly done on food products. The different components of a food product are chemically separated and tested for PH, additives, preservatives, contaminants, and color. 





  • MICROBIOLOGY TESTING: Microbiology testing is done to identify harmful microorganisms and bacteria in food products that are harmful to health. 





  • CONTAMINANT ANALYSIS: Contaminant analysis is done to determine the level of pesticides and heavy metals in food.   




WHICH INDUSTRIES CAN BENEFIT FROM USING MATERIAL TESTING IN QUALITY CONTROL PROCESSES?  




Material testing can be used in a number of industries to improve quality control processes: 




1. PLASTIC INDUSTRY: Many manufacturers use plastics during the product design and packaging stage. During the last few years, many companies and consumers have grown apprehensive about the significant amount of toxins in manufactured plastic products. Material testing processes like FTIR and GC/MS can be used to identify harmful chemicals and toxins. 




2. PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: Many pharmaceutical labs use solvents like ethanol while producing their products but if these solvents are not properly eliminated, they can affect the quality of the end product. Medicines are ingested by people so these solvents have to be removed so that they don’t pose any significant health hazards.   




3. FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRY: Food manufacturers use plastics for packaging purposes. Harmful toxins and solvent residue in plastics can completely alter the taste or odor of the food. GC/MS headspace analysis can help identify contaminants in the food.   




SMSLA is one of the top material testing labs in India offering services like product testing, environment testing, and inspection services. 


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