Laboratory Services

Partrac’s laboratory specialises in the analysis of physical and hydraulic properties of sediments and environmental particles. In addition, we provide a full range of chemical and biological analyses for environmental samples. 

Our analytical capability for sediment samples includes

  • Sediment characterisation
  • Sediment mobility (flume studies)
  • Suspended solids concentration
  • Physio-chemical analyses
  • Erosion rates

We advise clients on environmental sampling design and sampling methods, and offer a complete service including sample collection, sample analysis, data interpretation and reporting.

Technology Development

Partrac has a growing reputation for pioneering technology through a continuous programme of research and development.

We design and implement customised monitoring solutions for a range of projects, applying technologies that best address the clients’ needs. We offer instrumentation-related expertise through our geo-scientific instrumentation design service. Tracer technology development is conducted at our tracer laboratory and ISO9001 certified tracer manufacturing facility.

We are committed to introducing novel particle tracing technologies and state-of-the-art monitoring equipment to the environmental sector.