SG10-2A and PM4-2 particulate matter meter – possible uses
If you want to measure fine dust pollution, our SG10-2A and PM4-2 fine dust measuring devices are the best choice.
The SG10-2A particulate matter monitor can be used for both stationary and portable applications. In addition, the SG10-2A and PM4-2 are capable of measuring larger sample volumes. To make a suitable selection, please contact us at any time.
Definition of particulate matter
The (outdated) term “fine dust” refers to the dust fraction A-dust, i.e. respirable dust. When inhaled, these dust particles can penetrate the alveoli (air sacs in the lungs). The danger is that the particles are deposited in the lungs and cause irritation, which leads to scarring of the lung tissue. In the long term, so-called “pneumoconiosis” can develop. Alveolar dust particles are usually up to 10 µm in size.
Since 01.01.2005, a limit value for the fine dust fraction PM10 of 50µm/m³ in relation to the daily mean value has applied throughout Europe. This value may not be exceeded more than 35 times a year. PM10 describes the aerodynamic diameter – i.e. the size – of the dust particles.
Particulate matter occurrence
There are numerous workplaces where fine dust occurs. These can be filling plants, workshops or other production facilities, for example. In these cases, occupational health and safety applies in order to reduce the risk to the employees concerned. You can find more information on this in our articles on occupational health and safety.
However, it is not only at the workplace that fine dust pollution can occur, but also in everyday life.
There is a wide range here:
- in industrial plants
- in road traffic
- when vacuuming
- during renovation work in the apartment/house etc.
As we are aware of the damage to health, particularly through long-term exposure, it is important to contain this. At the workplace, this is regulated by the risk assessment and the protective measures contained therein. But how do you protect yourself in everyday life? The simplest measure is to ventilate living spaces regularly and completely. The fine dust pollution that can be caused by the vacuum cleaner can be contained with an additional filter in the appliance, see our article “Fine dust in the home.”
However, as this is not always the solution, other options are being sought in many areas. One major issue is the pollution caused by road traffic and how this can be reduced. Various approaches are being discussed, such as a ban on diesel vehicles.
Sources:
[1]: https://www.stmuv.bayern.de/themen/luftreinhaltung/verunreinigungen/feinstaub/emissionenpm10.htm
[2]: https://www.umweltbundesamt.de/daten/luft/feinstaub-belastung
[3]: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/Der-Faktencheck-zu-Feinstaub-und-Stickoxiden,feinstaub148.html
[4]: http://www.umweltbundesamt.at/pm10/
[5]: https://www.destatis.de/DE/Publikationen/WirtschaftStatistik/UGR/Luftemissionen_82012.pdf?__blob=publicationFile
[6]: https://www.dguht.de/einfluss-von-feinstaub-auf-die-gesundheit/