The scope of work of Mattersteig & Co. mbH also includes the verification of compliance with the combustion conditions.

For plants for the incineration and co-incineration of waste (17th BImSchV), the following tests are required:

• Determination of residence time and minimum temperature in the combustion chamber
• Performance check and calibration of permanently installed automated measuring devices used for monitoring combustion conditions

Our in-house expertise

All chemical tests are conducted within our in-house laboratory facility. This includes the following:

• inorganic gases
• dust and dust constituents
• organic chemical compounds

Even more robust in the network

To detect highly toxic organic chemical compounds in extremely low concentrations (e.g., polychlorinated dibenzodioxins and polychlorinated dibenzofurans), we partner with reputable German laboratories. This collaboration enables us to deliver all the necessary tests from a unified and trustworthy source.

With our official accreditation in accordance with §29b, we are duly authorized and qualified to conduct thorough checks on your continuously operating emission measuring devices, ensuring proper installation, functionality, and calibration.

• Measurement and evaluation
  Measurement and evaluation of odors at the source according to § 29 Federal Immission Control Act
• Sampling
  The basic activity comprises the sampling of odorous substances (emission and immission).
• Location
  We carry out olfactometric emission measurements both on guided sources (exhaust air stacks) and on area sources (biofilters, landfills).
• Evaluation
  After sampling on site, the samples are promptly analyzed on the olfactometer by a certified team of testers at our
  institute.
• Grid inspections
  To measure odor pollution in the immission area, we carry out grid inspections with our team of test persons.
• Flag inspections
  The odor source strength of an unknown source can be determined by means of a plume inspection.
• Provisions
  Olfactometric determination of odorant concentrations and intensities.
• Reviews
  The hedonic evaluation of odor samples is also included in our range of services for odour measurement.
• Dispersion calculations
  Carrying out dispersion calculations and dispersion simulations for odorous substances.
• Forecasts
  To determine the future development of odor immissions, we prepare odor immission forecasts.

These facilities are subject to various regulations:

Our measurement team determines concentrations of substances emitted by the facilities. This includes both inorganic substances such as dust, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, heavy metals, and carbon monoxide, as well as organic components, for example, benzene, formaldehyde, and dioxins.

These facilities are subject to, among others, the following regulations:

• 4. BImSchV
  Regulations on Installations Requiring Approval
• 13. BImSchV
  Regulations on large combustion plants, gas turbines and internal combustion engines
• 17. BImSchV
  Regulations on the incineration and co-incineration of waste
• 27. BImSchV
  Regulations on cremation facilities and amending the ordinance on facilities requiring approval
• 30. BImSchV
  Regulations on facilities for the biological treatment of waste
• 31. BImSchV
  Regulations on the Limitation of Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds from the Use of Organic Solvents in
  certain installations
• 44. BImSchV
  Regulations on Medium-Sized Combustion Gas Turbine and Internal Combustion Engine Plants
• Air quality control Installations (TA Luft)
  Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control

We conduct all essential and verifiable tests on your behalf. Our team is ready to provide guidance on the application and execution of any required measures.