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November 2021 |
CHECK LIST FOR It doesn't matter if you shun the cold weather or embrace it, winter is quickly approaching and environmental equipment can be effected by cold environments. Here are 6 tasks to tackle now to make sure your equipment fleet is ready for the season. DYI or inquire about Geotech's winter maintenance services available with no-charge evaluations. ☑ Remove Batteries The most common cause of battery corrosion during long-term storage is due to hydrogen gas released from battery acid causes a chemical reaction with the metal terminals. Corrosion typically looks like a flaky layer of white or green discoloration that sits on your battery terminals. When excessive corrosion occurs, internal components like PCB boards and displays can be compromised. These devices may include:
☑ Water Quality Sensor Storage pH and ORP Sensors
Polarographic & Galvanic Dissolved Oxygen Sensors After storing the sensor for a long period of time, it is necessary to "condition" the sensor by putting a new membrane with electrolyte solution on the sensor and then turning the instrument On, allowing the sensor sufficient time to stabilize. Optical or Digital Dissolved Oxygen Sensors
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☑ Clean and Dry Pumps Depending on the type of pumps you have, there a few maintenance things you should do before the temperatures really start to dip. If you have electric submersible sampling pumps or bladder pumps, residual water can collect within the housing causing corrosion, biological build-up, or damage to internal components if exposed to freezing conditions. Note: freezing can occur when transporting equipment to the site. Either store equipment in climate controlled environments or prepare the equipment for the road/flight ahead. Reference these manuals for maintenance guidance. ☑ O-Ring Inspection & Maintenance Many instruments utilizes o-rings as seals to prevent water from entering the battery compartment, electronics, or sensor ports. Geotech recommended procedures will help keep your instrument functioning properly. If the o-rings and sealing surfaces are not maintained properly, it is possible that water can enter the battery compartment and/or sensor ports of the instrument. If water enters these areas, it can severely damage the battery terminals or sensor ports causing loss of battery power, false readings, and corrosion to the sensors or battery terminals. Therefore, when the battery compartment lid is removed, the o-ring that provides the seal should be carefully inspected for contamination (e.g. debris, grit, etc.) and cleaned if necessary. ☑ Dedicated Equipment and Reel Systems To prevent frozen discharge lines from freezing, install freeze protection kits to pneumatic bladder pumps systems. The freeze protection kit includes an airline that runs parallel with the fluid discharge line. Once samples have been completed, air can be injected into the freeze protection line to evacuate fluids down 10 feet below ground surface. Portable reel systems often house environmental discharge tubing where residual water can collect inside the tube coil. Be sure to unwind and carefully drain water for coiled hose prior to storage in environments without climate control; garage, shed, vehicle, etc. Hydrocarbon recovery systems can foul due to increased viscosity of miscellaneous fluids as ambient air temperatures drop. As fluid viscosity increases, flow can decrease or even foul discharge lines. Consider industrial heat tape and buried conduit techniques to ensure trouble-free hydrocarbon recovery year round. ☑ Shipping or Transporting Equipment Winter sample collection can be a challenging task. Avoid downtime in the field by preparing equipment for cold conditions when transporting or shipping equipment to and from your site. Here are some tips and tricks, plus items to expect with renting or purchasing equipment during winter months. Since most commercial transportation cargo bays (air & ground) are not climate controlled, Geotech encourages smart equipment preparation and selective shipping methods.
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GEOTECH NAMED EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR FOR ANEMOMENT SENSORS IN CENTRAL AMERICA AND MEXICO |
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Longmont, CO – (November 8, 2021) – Anemoment LLC, a specialized meteorological instrument design firm located in Longmont, CO, announced today that Geotech Environmental Equipment, Inc. of Denver, CO has been awarded exclusive distribution rights for Anemoment's family of 3-dimensional ultrasonic anemometers... |
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Environmental Monitoring & Safety Equipment Spotlight |
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Going To Great Depths
Eno Scientific Sonic Water Level Meter uses sound-waves to quickly measure static water levels in wells, piezometers, and boreholes to depths up to 7000 ft. |
Flexibility With BW Flex takes the guess-work out of whether worker safety is compromised or not. Bluetooth connectivity and a two month runtime are only a couple features that come standard with the BW Flex. |
Big Things In A personal PID monitor with total aromatic compound connection – available with a 10.0 eV lamp or NEW 11.7 eV lamp for even wider VOC detection. |
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Let It Sink In Those who have used the NEW FieldSink Sampling Station have incorporated them into their standard equipment fleet. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. | Get Connected Spreadsheets aren't designed for time series data analytics. SitePro is.
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Lab Result Designed to withstand the rigor of field analysis with laboratory precision and repeatability, Geotech's Portable Turbidity Meter has become an instrument fleet must. |
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Geotech November 2021 Photo Competition Winner |
Wendy S., a Project Scientist with Waite Heindel Environmental Management captured this photo of fall sampling in Vermont. “Low-flow sampling using a Geotech Geosub pump and Geotech turbidity meter with beautiful Vermont foliage as a backdrop”. Other equipment included a YSI Water Quality Meter which can be purchased or rented from Geotech. Thanks Wendy for the Photo Competition submission. |
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Entering the competition is easy, go here to review the rules and guidelines and download the entry form. Every entry must be accompanied by a completed Geotech Photo Competition Entry Form. |
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"I enrolled in the course in preparation for the Part 107 exam. Initially, I thought the value of this training was solely the exam prep. After taking the course, the value is the knowledge, hands on training, and confidence to operate a UAS in the field. Leptron closes the gap between faking your way through or knowing what you are doing and why." |
The health and safety during this global pandemic is our number one priority during training. To ensure a safe environment for Geotech Drone Flight Training attendees, we continue to follow CDC guidelines to ensure our 3500 square-foot training room is sanitized, seating is distanced, and students receive individual training books and practice aircraft. Available Course Options:
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December 14-16, 2021 NGWA Groundwater Week 2021Navigate the future of the industry this Groundwater Week is the one event where thousands of professionals from all sectors of the groundwater industry come together to discover solutions to current and future challenges. When at the event please come by and visit us at Booth 429. |
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January 24-27, 2022 Eleventh International Conference on
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February 14-17, 2022 Global Waste Management
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February 27-March 2, 2022 MINEXCHANGE 2022 SME Annual Conference & ExpoMINEXCHANGE 2022 SME Annual Conference & Expo is the only conference dedicated to all disciplines of mining engineering. Featuring a wide variety of technical sessions and speakers combined with our expansive exhibit hall, MINEXCHANGE attracts thousands of mining professionals from around the world. Get a firsthand look at new products, comprehensive services and integrated solutions offered by exhibitors. With more than 750 booths, the Expo provides you with the opportunity to meet more vendors than any other industry conference. Please stop by and visit us at Booth 522. |
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