GEOSCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Retail Services

MEK has a well-established relationship with a wide range of tools and equipment manufacturers in the water and environmental industries. Thus, we are well positioned to assist firms and institutions, particularly in the developing world in the identification and procurement of a broad range of required machinery and tools for their service delivery.  Specifically, we can assist companies in procurements related to the following sectors:

Water Resources Monitoring Tools and Equipment

Tools and equipment for data collection, data analysis and impact reporting as well as in water resources monitoring and evaluation. Thus, we can assist our clients in the identification and procurement of equipment for the following activities and studies:

a. Water Quality Studies

(a)

(b)

Equipment for surface water quality monitoring: (a) Multiparameter Sonde.  (b) Digital Water Quality Meter

(c). Handheld multiparameter meter.

This meter measures a variety of combinations of dissolved oxygen, conductivity, specific conductance, salinity, resistivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), pH, ORP, pH/ORP combination, ammonium (ammonia), nitrate, chloride and temperature. Also, a very powerful lab instrument for BODs, pH and ORP.

b. Water Level Measurements

(a) Self-Contained Water Level Dataloggers

(b) Water Level Data Loggers

(a) Well Level Sounder

(b) Oil/Water Interface Meters

(a) The well level sounder consists of a strong NTS certified polyethylene jacketed measuring tape that will accurately read to 0.01 foot. The tape reels are built of resistant polycarbonate (or lighter aluminum for units with over 400 ft cable).

(b) Oil/Water Interface Meters give clear and accurate measurements of product level and thickness in wells and tanks. Determination of both light (floating) non-aqueous phase liquids (LNAPL) and dense (sinking) non-aqueous phase liquids (DNAPL) is quick and easy.

c. Water Flow Measurements

(a) Water Flow Sampling System

(b) Flow Measuring Probes

(a)  The Flow Sampling System is a unique water monitoring package. This package includes an easy-to-use lightweight composite water sampler, an open channel flow monitor, and a data recorder that includes software, allowing easy upload of data to a laptop, desktop, or tablet.

(b)  The Flow Probes are highly accurate water velocity instruments for measuring flow in open channels and partially filled pipes.

d.  Remote Monitoring

(a)  Water Level Logger

This is a datalogger and submersible pressure transducer combination designed for remote monitoring and recording of water level or pressure data. The water level logger can record over thousands of readings and has several recording options, fast and programmable intervals, logarithmic measuring cabilities. Multiple depth ranges are available from a few meters to over 150 meters of water level change.

Geophysical Instrumentation

MEK has established strong alliances with several geophysical equipment manufacturing firms. Hence, we do provide access too high-tech geophysical instrumentation for groundwater exploration, mining and exploration geophysics, geotechnical investigations, and other related fields.  We have assisted several companies in the acquisition of a wide range of electromagnetic (EM) and resistivity/Induced polarization geophysical for:

  1. a. Groundwater Explorations
  2. b. Aggregate mining
  3. c. Geotechnical/Civil Engineering
  4. d. Environmental Geophysics.

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(b)

The above geophysical instruments: (a) and (b) can be used effectively for groundwater, environmental, geotechnical, archaeological, non-destructive testing and structural imaging investigations.

(c)

TDEM and IP Instrument

(d)

TEM Equipment

Water Desalination Systems

The conversion of saline water into freshwater can be accomplished through three main processes, which are:

    1. a. Thermal desalination: This process involves changing water to a vapour or solid thereby separating the new phase from the remaining salt solution and then reconverting the separated water back to liquid.
    2. b. Separating desalination Systems: This process involves physical separating the various components during movement of the saline water in response to an externally applied gradient such as membrane; and
    3. c. Chemical desalination: Chemical desalination uses chemical processes but typical used together with membranes and/or distillation.

MEK will assist you in the identification and procurement of the most appropriate desalination system based on your preference of construction material, temperature range, pressure range and corrosive-resistant lining.

(a) Five-stage home use reverse osmosis system and water filter with clear housing.

(b)  Commercial reverse osmosis system/water treatment/400 gpd reverse osmosis system.

(c)   FRO Reverse osmosis water purifier/water treatment equipment.

Geospatial Instrumentation

MEK has the industry knowledge to assist you in the acquisition of a variety of high-quality hardware and software tools and equipment for your consulting services. Specifically, we can assist you in the procurement of geospatial instrumentation as categorized below:

  1. 1. Mapping and GIS
    1. a. GIS Hardware
    2. b. Mapping Software
    3. c. Mobile Mapping tools
    4. d. Laser Technology Products

a. GIS Hardware

b. Mapping Software

c. Mobile Mapping

d. Laser Rangefinder

  1. 2. Survey and Engineering
    1. a. Wireless monitoring tools
    2. b. Data Collectors
    3. c. Robotic Total Stations
    4. d. Mechanical Total Stations

Data Collector – Precision

Data Collector Tablet

Robotic Total Station

Mechanical Total Station

  1. 3.UAV/Drones
  2. Smart mapping and imaging drones capable of highly accurate mapping functions. They have built-in DJI Onboard D-RTK system, which provides precision data for high accuracy. Multi-directional obstacle sensing, which is achieved through vision and infrared sensors enables intelligent obstacle avoidance during flight. It records videos at 4K and captures 20-megapixel photos.

Mobile Station Combo

Laboratory and Industrial Analytical Equipment and Tools

MEK has assisted a several companies to procure both traditional and new ingenious equipment for laboratory and industrial applications. We can assist you in the acquisition of the following tools and equipment:

  1. 1. Capillary Electrophoresis Systems
    1. a. CAPEL-105M is a capillary electrophoresis system for fast and effective solutions for food industry, environmental applications, pharmaceutical and chemical industries, biochemistry and forensic science.
    1. b. Capel-205 is a new generation capillary electrophoresis system with advanced options and design. Its main features are:
      1. i. Extended autosampler capacity up to 59 positions, allowing to provide overnight analyses;
      2. ii. Standard centrifuge-type vials of 1.5mL volume (Eppendorf-type) closed with their original caps are used for all solutions;
      3. iii.Specially designed unit automatically opens vials just prior to their use, thus preventing evaporation and any kinds of cross-contamination;
      4. iv. New HV block provides voltage up to +/- 30 kV thus improving separation efficiency and decreasing analysis time;
      5. v. Optionally – integrated unit to control the state of the inner capillary surface provides significantly improved migration time reproducibility especially when analyzing samples with complex matrices;
    2. Thus Capel-205 can be the very best choice not only for R&D and low-scale analyses but also for the customers dealing routinely with dozens of samples per day.
  1. 2. Mercury Analyzers
    1. The mercury analyzer RA-915M is a unique all-purpose high sensitivity analytical instrument for measuring mercury, especially for the real time detection of mercury vapor in air, mercury detection in water, natural and stack gases, oil and condensate, solid and sediments, foodstuff and so on.
  1. 3. Atomic Absorption Spectrometer
    1. The MGA-1000 series of graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometers crystallizes intuitive technology and exceptional handling.
    1. The unique High Frequency Zeeman background correction system ensures effective compensation of intense and rapidly changing spectral interferences and brings routine analysis of complex samples to new heights
  1. 4. PCR Analyzer
    1. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is now often indispensable technique used in medical and biological research labs for a variety of applications including qualitative and quantitative nucleic acid analysis; DNA cloning for sequencing, DNA-based phylogeny, or functional analysis of genes; the diagnosis of hereditary diseases; the identification of genetic fingerprints (used in forensic sciences and paternity testing); and the detection and diagnosis of infectious diseases.
  1. 5. FTNIR Analyzers
    1. NIR analyzers have become an indispensable tool for the monitoring of production process technology and quality control of food products. The Lumex InfraLUM FT- 12 NIR analyzer is used for rapid analysis of various agricultural and food products and beverages enabling simultaneous determination of main constituents/parameters with the highest accuracy possible. The analysis is very rapid (1.5minute) and non-destructive, and usually does not require any sample preparation at all. Used routinely, the instrument allows significant analysis costs reduction compared to common wet-chemical methods. Thanks to the use of FT spectroscopy, the InfraLUM FT- 12 model features a very precise and reproducible analysis.
  1. 6. FTIR Spectrometer
    1. Our new FT mid-IR spectrometer InfraLUM FT-08 has been designed basing on our extensive R&D and expertise in the IR spectroscopy (infrared spectroscopy). This multipurpose and easy-to-operate instrument provides a well suited option for various analytical laboratories. The high-quality misalignment-proof optics, high-sensitivity DLATGS detector, and a wide variety of accessories ensure the users’ absolute confidence in the high accuracy of the measurement data and make it an ideal tool for routine measurements at low inventory investment and running costs.
    2. Measurement procedure
    3. The instrument is operated by SpectraLUM software run under Windows environment, which provides simple control and allows even unskilled personnel to easily master the instrument operation.
    1. Measurement procedure
    2. The instrument is operated by SpectraLUM software run under Windows environment, which provides simple control and allows even unskilled personnel to easily master the instrument operation.
  1. 7. Fluorimeters
    1. FLUORAT-02 is a multifunctional fluorescence analyzer intended for analysis of water, soil, foodstuff, etc. This instrument determines a wide range of analytes based on fluorescence, chemiluminescence, phosphorescence and photometry techniques.
    1. FLUORAT-02-Panorama spectrofluorometer is the most sophisticated instrument in the FLUORAT-02 family. It is intended for scientific research, chromatographic analysis, and can also operate as a part of multimodule automatic measuring facilities. The spectral regions in the excitation and detection channels are set by fast, independently controlled, built-in monochromators, which enables functional programming during the measurement process and allows to synchronously scan the spectra.
  1. 8. Mercury monitors
    1. RA-915AM monitors are designed for continuous mercury measurements in ambient air, indoor air and in natural gas. Ideal for permanent unattended installation at air monitoring stations, RA-915AM monitor for ambient air allows ultra-sensitive measurements of background Hg concentrations and is compliant with the European standard EN 15852 for ambient air monitoring.
    1. The monitors feature fully automated unattended operation without the need for the monthly technician maintenance and frequent recalibration. The use of the instrument allows cutting down operation costs as the analyzer requires no argon cylinders for operation and no consumables.
  1. 9. Continuous water analyzers
    1. Petroleum hydrocarbons analyzer AE-2 is designed for continuous automatic monitoring of content of petroleum hydrocarbons in potable, natural, and waste water. The instrument comprises a sample preparation unit and a fluorescence detector. The sample preparation unit provides metered water feed and switching of the water and reagent flows, control of temperature, mixing and mass-exchange processes. The detector (or optical cell) performs the detection of fluorescence of petroleum hydrocarbons extracted by hexane from the sample using a patented chromato membrane technology.
  1. 10. Benzene Analyzer
      1. BA-15 is a multifunctional benzene analyzer based on the differential absorption spectrometry using the direct Zeeman effect.

     

      1. Due to the low power consumption and light weight the spectrometer is especially useful in the natural gas production and processing industries, in which benzene is often main toxicant.

     

      1. The BA-15 Analyzer is intended for measuring BENZENE vapour concentration in the ambient air and in the air of residential quarters and production areas.

     

      1. The analyzer can be used for on-stream measuring of BENZENE vapour concentration in the air both in a stationary mode and for continuous survey from vehicles.

     

      1. The analyzer is a useful tool in industrial hygiene, ecological monitoring, technological process control and scientific research.

Alluvial Mining Machines and Equipment

MEK has been assisting companies in the procurement of different types of mining and mineral processing equipment.  We have access to a broad range of alluvial mining equipment and we will work with you in the acquisition of the most appropriate mining equipment, which may even be customarily designed for your mining concession.

We are well-disposed to assist your firm in the procurement of the followings:

1. Trommels

2.  Centrifugal Concentrators

3. Concentrating tables

4. Mineral jig

5. Loader

6. Excavators

7. Crawler Tractors

8. Wash Plants

9. Sluice Boxes