We analyze particles to identify their composition with the ultimate goal of determining the root cause or source of the particulate contaminant. MVA Scientific Consultants uses Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) combined with energy dispersive x-ray spectrometry (EDS), Raman spectroscopy and polarized light microscopy (PLM) to identify foreign particulate contamination. Our standard turnaround time (TAT) is usually 10 business days. However, we understand that our clients may have emergency situations, so we offer two levels of expedited service. Our rush turnaround time is usually 3 to 5 business days and, for an emergency rush project, we make your project the top priority and devote all necessary resources to it. Factors that could impact turnaround time include quantity of samples and type of sample preparation needed for analysis. Yes, you will receive a detailed report of our analyses for each project. This varies depending on how many analytical techniques we use. In most cases, if you can see the particulate, it will be enough for the analysis.
