Delivery times: Sampling containers etc are delivered promptly. Analytical results are delivered within 6-10 work days from receipt of samples (analyses involving fusion of sample requires 6-15 work days). In some cases rush analyses can be carried out at an additional fee:
same day: + 200%
1day: + 100%
2 days: + 75%
3 days: + 40%
4 days: + 30%
5 days: + 20%
Exception: analyses involving fusion of sample, 5 days: + 50%
Rush samples are analyzed to the capacity of the laboratory. For some packages, a rush analysis is not possible. Please contact the laboratory for information about delivery alternatives.
Analytical results: Results are delivered by letter and e-mail (if an e-mail address is available), and, if desired, by fax. Upon request, results may be supplied in digital format on CD. Registered users can also download their own results from this website (online-service). Concentrations for water samples are given in mg/l or µg/l. Concentrations for solid samples are given in mg/kg dry weigt. For foodstuffs concentrations are however usually given in mg/kg wet weight. If results are to be given in another concentration unit this must be specified in the order.
Special analyses: For analyses not found in the price list, please contact the laboratory for discussion.
Storage: Samples for elemental analysis are saved for 4 weeks after results are sent out unless otherwise specified. Return shipping of sample materials or packaging may be arranged at cost.
Liability for transports: ALS Scandinavia is not liable for samples transported to the laboratory by subcontractors (e.g. Box Delivery).