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Portable Mercury Analysers

Portable Mercury Analysers

Mercury is a natural substance present in the earth, but is also produced in various industrial and medical uses. In our environment, mercury is present in three forms; elemental and as an organic or inorganic compound.

The health effects of exposure to mercury and the degree of toxicity is dependent on a number of factors including the form of mercury, the amount of mercury in the exposure, the duration of the exposure, the exposure method and the general health and age of the person exposed.

In industrial settings, mercury poisoning generally results from the inhalation of mercury vapours released into the air. Exposure can have serious health effects ranging from tremors to headaches, muscle weakness, neurological changes, loss of peripheral vision, and death.

How Portable Mercury Analysers are Used

Portable Mercury Analysers detect and measure the concentration of mercury vapour in real-time. This mitigates the need for air sampling and laboratory analysis to determine whether mercury is present. Air sampling is generally required for compliance and to determine worker exposure levels to airborne contaminants such as mercury, however the process is time consuming as samples must be collected and analysed in a laboratory. In contrast, portable mercury analysers rapidly and accurately measure mercury vapour levels so that appropriate risk management practices can be implemented immediately.

For more information about mercury vapour monitoring at your workplace, contact our team today at one of our locations across Australia.

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Portable mercury analysers are available for rental from Air-Met Scientific. Used in a variety of industries, portable mercury analysers provide a convenient, precise and straightforward way to detect mercury vapour and protect the health of workers and the environment. Contact one of our offices across Australia in Adelaide, Brisbane, Mackay, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney to discuss your portable mercury analyser hire needs.

Portable mercury vapour analysers are instruments that detect mercury vapour (elemental mercury) in the atmosphere. Mercury vapour may be present in the air at high concentrations in industries that deal with products containing mercury or other applications such as metal manufacturing where it can be a byproduct of coal and gold ore extraction. Portable mercury analysers are generally handheld instruments that are designed to detect the presence and concentration of mercury vapour in the atmosphere in real-time.

When selecting a mercury vapour analyser, key features to consider include sensitivity, detection limits, response time, and the technology used for measurement. Detectors with dual beam ultraviolet absorption technology offer some advantages over traditional methods such as gold film detection, providing high sensitivity and accuracy by using two ultraviolet beams to measure mercury concentrations, reducing interference from other gases and ensuring precise readings alongside a rapid response time. Portable mercury analysers enable onsite measurements to be taken without the need for complex setup and lab analysis. These features ensure reliable, accurate, and efficient mercury vapour detection, crucial for maintaining safety and compliance in both industrial and environmental settings.

For more information on mercury vapour analysers and to discuss the best solution for your specific requirements, speak to your local Air-Met Scientific representative today.

Persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) must not allow workers to be exposed to levels of mercury vapour beyond 0.025 mg/m3 time weighted average (TWA) (as of 2025) as prescribed by the workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants. An important way that the standards are complied with is through air monitoring to determine whether mercury vapour levels are below the exposure limit or to ensure there is no risk to worker health. Safe Work Australia also provide a guide for PCBUs for monitoring the health of workers who may be exposed to mercury vapour.