How to measure, identify, and locate fine particles (PM1, PM2.5, PM10) and crystalline silica outdoors?

To identify and measure fine particles (including PM1, PM2.5, PM10) on industrial or construction sites, Ellona offers several devices tailored to the specific needs of each environment.

• The Dustkair, a portable device designed to be worn close to the respiratory pathways, allows real-time measurement of inhaled particles, including crystalline silica, a highly carcinogenic element. This system is particularly useful for assessing worker exposure in both indoor and outdoor environments. It ensures individual monitoring of fine particle levels that may directly impact the respiratory health of operators.
• In addition, Ellona offers the fixed devices WT1 Lite and WT1 Pro, which provide continuous monitoring of fine particles in outdoor environments. These systems allow real-time tracking of PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 concentrations, localizing pollution sources and mapping exposure zones. The sensors integrated into these devices can measure a range of 24 particle classes, from 0.3 μm to 40 μm, enabling extremely precise detection of different particle sizes in the air.
• The data collected by the Dustkair, WT1 Lite, and WT1 Pro devices are centralized through the EllonaSoft platform, which allows dynamic visualization of exposure levels and real-time tracking of concentration changes. This helps better understand the health risks associated with exposure to crystalline silica and other fine particles while facilitating compliance with current regulations (including European standards and WHO recommendations).

In summary, through continuous monitoring and detailed data analysis, Ellona’s solutions enable proactive management of health risks, ensuring the safety of workers and the protection of the environment from the effects of fine particles.

Example of the portable Dustkair device worn close to the respiratory tract.