Trace Analytics, LLC

06/23/2026

🚨 Firefighter safety depends on the air they breathe. 🚨
NFPA 1989 plays a critical role in protecting firefighter health and sets strict requirements for compressed breathing air quality. But meeting the standard isn’t just about compliance—it’s about reducing long‑term health risks and ensuring every breath is safe.
Our latest blog takes a closer look at NFPA 1989, compressed air testing, and why it matters on the fireground and beyond.
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Because when lives are on the line, air quality is non‑negotiable.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that as of 2015 there were approximately 1,160,450 volunteer and career firefighters in the United States. When a firefighter puts on in their safety equipment, they knowingly accept the risks and the responsibilities necessary to guarantee the...

06/18/2026

📘 Compressed air best practices matter.
The ISPE Good Practice Guide highlights why proper compressed air quality is critical in manufacturing—and how testing supports compliance and product integrity.

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Compressed air, also referred to as process gas, is used in many capacities in the pharmaceutical industry. Regular quality control testing plays an important role in the safety of your products. The ISPE Good Practice Guide for process gases asserts that compressed air usage in pharmaceutical manuf...

06/09/2026

🛑 Did you know that compressed air could be a hidden recall risk?

In pet and animal food production, compressed air often goes unnoticed—until it becomes a source of contamination. Oil, moisture, particles, and microbes in untreated or untested air can compromise product safety and trigger costly recalls.

Our blog breaks down how routine compressed air testing supports your food safety program, strengthens preventive controls, and helps protect both animal health and your brand.

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Compressed air is used for a variety of systems in the animal and pet food manufacturing industry. Because this air both directly and indirectly impacts the feed and the manufacturing processes, it is important to consider compressed air as a critical factor. As with any critical factor, compressed....

06/04/2026

🚨 Diving with untested air can be dangerous—and DIY testing won’t catch everything. 🚨
Contaminants in compressed breathing air are often invisible, odorless, and potentially life‑threatening. Relying on in‑house or makeshift tests puts divers and operations at serious risk.

Our breathing air blog explains why third‑party laboratory testing is critical for detecting hidden hazards and ensuring compressed air meets safety standards before it’s breathed

⚠️ Don’t assume your air is safe
✅ Learn what DIY tests miss
✅ Protect divers with verified lab results

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Although some people may take the air they breathe for granted, SCUBA divers are acutely aware of its necessity. When underwater, divers need to trust that their air can keep them safe. Many divers and dive shop owners have recently been opting for mobile air analyzers or DIY “real-time” tests o...

05/26/2026

BCAS just updated compressed air guidelines for food manufacturers.

Stricter purity standards and higher expectations where safety and quality matter most.

See what the new 1:2:1 recommendation means for your operation:
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Those unfamiliar with the importance of compressed air quality are likely to assume that it’s “just air” – even when used in manufacturing settings. However, when this air comes in contact with critical products like food or pharmaceuticals without being properly tested, you run the risk of ...

05/21/2026

Environmental risks don’t wait — and neither should your testing strategy.

Across industries, organizations are expected to meet higher standards for environmental responsibility, safety, and compliance. That’s where Aircheck Lab’s accredited Environmental Monitoring Services make the difference.

From compressed air testing to environmental monitoring, our team delivers fast, accurate data you can rely on to make informed decisions and protect your operation.

✔️ ISO‑accredited laboratory
✔️ Reliable turnaround times
✔️ Actionable reporting for regulatory compliance
✔️ Support across industrial, municipal, and commercial environments

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05/14/2026

Regular compressed air testing is recommended to maintain supplied-air respirator quality that meets OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard 29 CFR 1920.134. Trace Analytics, LLC is an accredited laboratory with decades of experience in ensuring comprehensive analysis and compliance to CGA G-7.1 Grade D quality of breathing air supplied by respirators. Learn more here

Respiratory Protection has consistently been in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) annual top 10 most cited violations for at least the past decade. These violations could translate to adverse health effects, costly penalties, and time-consuming delays on day to day busines...

05/12/2026

Confused About Compressed Air & Gas Specifications?

Whether you’re working in manufacturing, food & beverage, healthcare, or any industry that relies on clean compressed air, understanding air and gas specifications is essential for safety, quality, and compliance.

From ISO 8573 to CGA standards, knowing what each requirement means helps you protect your equipment, your products, and your people.
That’s why Aircheck Lab created an easy‑to‑understand resource hub that explains the most common compressed air and gas standards — all in one place.

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05/05/2026

Even the smallest contaminants in compressed air can compromise product quality, equipment performance, and safety. That’s why leading manufacturers trust Aircheck Lab for precise, accredited ISO 8573‑1 compressed air testing.

✔️ Detect moisture, oil, and particulates
✔️ Protect your production process
✔️ Maintain compliance and customer confidence

Ensure your compressed air meets the standards your operation depends on.

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ISO 8573 Compressed Air Testing Our AirCheck✓™ Team of Experts is only a few clicks away. Trace Analytics is your lab for compressed air testing per ISO 8573. Contact us via our website and our team will respond quickly to your needs.

04/30/2026

Confused by ISO 8573-1 Purity Classes?

Understanding compressed air quality doesn’t have to be complicated.
Our blog breaks down exactly how to designate ISO 8573-1:2010 purity classes — including what each class means for particles, water, and oil, and how to correctly format specifications like ISO 8573‑1:2010 [2:2:1].

🔧 Whether you're ensuring compliance, upgrading your air system, or just want cleaner, more reliable compressed air, this guide will help you make accurate, confident designations.

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The designation of ISO 8573-1 Purity Classes for compressed air includes the specification name and edition date, followed by the purity class number(s) in brackets. The designation is presented in the following order and separated by a colon: ISO 8573-1:2010 * where: P is the Purity Class for Parti...