New MCERTS Certification secured for air pollution monitoring
Vortex is excited to announce that its latest VTX Air monitors are MCERTS-certified to measure PM10 alongside PM2.5.
Scott Sutton - 23 January 2025
Managed by the CSA Group, the Environment Agency's Monitoring Certification Scheme, known as MCERTS, provides a robust platform for ensuring compliance with European directives governing industrial emissions, monitoring data, equipment, and personnel.
Being certified for regulatory purposes gives our customers an extra layer of confidence for accurate and reliable measurements of particulate pollution trends and source identification studies when measuring particulate matter. This allows them to operate in numerous heavy-condition industries such as manufacturing, waste and construction companies.
Vortex's MCERTS certification process involved rigorous evaluation and verification to ensure the highest quality and performance standards. This was achieved through submitting test reports and a thorough product manufacturing audit to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
Regarding data accuracy, Vortex's active sampling methods were tested and analysed using quantitative and qualitative methods to deliver accurate and reliable data, meeting the strict requirements set forth by regulatory bodies.
The adverse health effects of PM2.5, highlighted by the World Health Organisation as the most harmful to public health, have elevated the importance of monitoring and mitigating this invisible pollutant. Vortex's MCERTS-certified VTX Air monitors enable local authorities, environmental agencies, and other stakeholders to proactively address air quality challenges and implement effective strategies for improving public health.
“We are immensely proud to have achieved the MCERTS certification for PM10 and PM2.5 air, and it's indeed a significant milestone for the company. It validates our product family performance, accuracy, and compliance standards.
This certification unlocks fresh collaboration prospects with organisations seeking certified environmental monitoring solutions ”
Click here for more information about Vortex's MCERTS-certified monitors.
About Vortex
Vortex IoT is a UK-based, market-leading company at the forefront of smart city technologies. The company builds environmental sensors, networks, and data solutions to support decarbonisation efforts globally. As experts in the latest IoT, AI, 5G and LiDAR technology. Vortex enables smart cities & smart infrastructures to become more efficient, safer and greener.
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