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Remediation Journal Publishes White Paper on Sustainable Remediation 
The current issue of Remediation Journal focuses solely on a new white paper issued by a coalition of industry and public stakeholders --Sustainable Remediation Forum (SURF).
The white paper provides an in-depth look at current trends and case studies in sustainable remediation techniques and activities.
+ complete white paper (100+ pgs)
+ one-page executive summary
+ Remediation editor's commentary
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| YORK ANALYTICAL LABORTORIES, INC.
120 Research Drive
Stratford, CT 06615
1-800-306-9675
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HOUSE APPROVES FUNDS FOR GOWANUS STUDY
On July 17, the U.S. House of Representatives approved $300,000 in federal resources for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers study currently underway at the Gowanus Canal.
The Army Corps has partnered with the NYC DEP to complete the project and assess current environmental problems at the Gowanus Canal. The goal of the study is to determine the restoration measures needed to reduce contamination, create wetland areas, and improve water movement and quality.
Click here for more on this story. |
| MEET THE STAFF:
Marty Rowan, Client Service Manager, has been with York for 5 years and has thirty years of environmental industry experience. Marty was a senior geologist with the NYSDEC and a project manager for a major environmental consulting firm.
His unique blend of experience provides York's clients with first-hand expertise when planning a site investigation and remediation program.
Marty is a graduate of SUNY Oneonta with a BS in geology. Marty also holds a MBA from SUNY Albany. |
Click here for direct access to key York personnel | |
A pioneer in the air quality measurement field, York Analytical Laboratories is one of the premier full-service environmental analysis laboratories in the Northeast. Whether it is air, water or soil, York provides best-in-class service so you get the data you need... when and how you need it.
We deliver for you, so you can deliver for your clients!
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| NEW PASSWORD PROTECTED CLIENT ACCESS ADDED TO YORK WEBSITE
York Analytical Laboratories has launched a new web-based service for clients through York's website that allows 24/7 password protected access to results reports. If you are interested in this service please contact Michael Beckerich. | |
| SPOTLIGHT ON:
YORK WET CHEMISTRY TEAM
Although automation has become increasingly a larger part of contemporary environmental analysis, the art of traditional chemistry is alive and well at the heart of York Analytical Laboratories. Led by Tony DeCarlo - who has worked at York for more than 10 years - the wet chemistry team plays a most critical role in performing difficult analysis that require a high level of expertise.
Robert Q. Bradley, York's Managing Director says, "Quality experience and flawless team work are essential to delivering for our clients in the wet chemistry area. Our teams have worked together for many years and understand the importance of strong communications and transparency in their work."
Key challenges of running a successful wet chemistry laboratory include the proactive management of sample holding times and rush requests, as well as ensuring directives from clients are fully implemented to meet regulatory reporting requirements.
"We are constantly looking to cross-train our teams on all methods so no matter who is on the bench, we are able to have consistent high-quality results," says DeCarlo. "York is a true 'chemists-chemist' lab."
(Pictured above from left to right - York's Wet Chemistry Team: Ali Akbar, Tony DeCarlo, Stephanie Couture, Mohammed Zaman, and Anne Scoran) |
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MTA WEBSITE OFFERS FACTS ON SECOND AVENUE SUBWAY
Details (including railway maps) and project updates on the Second Avenue Subway are available directly at the MTA's special capital construction website (click here).
Phase One of the Second Avenue Subway includes tunnels from 105th Street and Second Avenue to 63rd Street and Third Avenue, with new stations along Second Avenue at 96th, 86th and 72nd Streets and new entrances to the existing Lexington Av/63 Street Station at 63rd Street and Third Avenue.
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| Bloomberg News Reports on Environmental Issues with GM Sleepy Hollow Facility
GM closed its minivan factory in Sleepy Hollow, NY, 13 years ago, after a record 82-year run for a company plant. Today the property's future is still undecided. The recent feature story (click here) discusses the issues facing GM and New Jersey- based Roseland Property Co. who spent $11 million on developing the site and on cleaning lead, methane and other toxins out of its soil before scrapping plans about a year ago to build 1,000 homes, offices, stores and a river walk. |
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR LAB
Filling out chain-of-custody forms properly is a critical step in ensuring fast and accurate testing results. Without clear instruction as to which analysis is needed, laboratory log-in staff must delay sample analysis preparation until clarification is obtained. Sometimes this can delay analysis by one or two days depending on how difficult it is to reach the field sampling team.
Easy Reminders to Better Chain-of-Custody Processing:
1. Write legibly (print is always preferred)
2. Don't forget to include chain-of-custody form in sample cooler
3. Be as specific as possible as to which test method is required
4. Include accurate billing and report address instructions | |
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