From Challenge to Solution: Enabling EXTREVA ASE with Nitrogen Self-Production at 30 bar
Sector, activity
Environmental investigation laboratory, specialized in advanced analysis of pollutants and micropollutants.
End User
CNR IMAA of Tito
Main Location, city
Case installation at CNR IMAA (Basilicata). Italy
APPLICATION
The Research Center (CNR IMAA), following the adoption of the Thermo Fisher EXTREVA ASE accelerated solvent extractor, required a reliable solution for sample preparation in environmental analysis. The EXTREVA ASE is used as sample preparation technique for analysis of dioxins, PCBs, pesticides, PFAS, mycotoxins, and other emerging contaminants, which are crucial for environmental monitoring and food safety. Its key requirement: continuous nitrogen and air at 30 bar for optimal performance.
NEEDS
The laboratory’s specific needs included:
-Elimination of dependency on gas cylinders (costly, unsafe, and logistically complex).
-A self-production solution that ensures 24/7 availability of nitrogen and air at the required pressure.
-Improved safety by removing cylinder handling and storage.
-Operational efficiency and long-term cost savings..
SOLUTION
LNI Swissgas developed a dedicated solution: Integration of HP BOOSTER module with NG SIRIO 1500 nitrogen generator, delivering continuous nitrogen supply up to 30 bar, tailored for EXTREVA ASE.
Chosen over cylinders for lower costs, improved safety, surprising insonorisation and long-term sustainability.
IMPROVEMENTS
90%
Increased safety and independence from cylinder logistics
80%
Reduction in operating costs and downtime, thanks to uninterrupted self-production.
What are the main benefits of this solution for the laboratory?
Reliability with a continuous 30 bar nitrogen flow, while improving efficiency by removing cylinder handling and delivery delays. It also enhances sustainability, reducing the environmental footprint of logistics. By enabling the adoption of Thermo Fisher’s EXTREVA ASE, the project unlocked the instrument’s full potential and strengthened the partnership between LNI Swissgas and Thermo Fisher for future innovation.
