Accurate sampling is a must, and samples collected mechanically from flowing streams are preferred over manual sampling for several reasons: All of the material is accessible for sampling; material from all parts of the flowing stream are collected; there is no manual bias; and the mechanical sampling system works the same all the time. SGS engineers are at the forefront of mechanical sampling design and have the operating experience and knowledge needed to assure that system designs meet ASTM and ISO standards, are consistently reliable, unbiased and are easy to access and maintain. Individual sampling system components are carefully selected to meet client needs and requirements of the material being sampled for both the present and the future.

SGS is also at the forefront in monitoring mechanical sampling system operations through control charts of sampling ratios using software specifically designed for the application. When something goes wrong, be it a plugged chute, a component fault, or a wiper needing adjustment, the problem is quickly detected so that it may be corrected in a timely manner.

Learn more about the full scope of services that SGS can offer more mechanical sampling services:

• Overall capabilities
• Equipment
• SGS experience
  
• Systems
• Applications for mechanical sampling systems
• Frequently asked mechanical sampling questions