Sampling & Monitoring

  • Biodegradable Cleaning Concentrate Quantumclean is a highly effective decontamination and cleaning liquid which is also biodegradable. It can be used to clean pumps, bailers, tubing, soil augers, or any sampling equipment where cross-contamination between sampling locations is a concern. Quantum clean can also be used to clean radioactive contamination. Quantumclean is a concentrated mixture of surfactants, chelating agents, stabilising agents and alkali salts in aqueous solution. The mixture is non-flammable, completely water miscibleand biodegradable. Quantum clean does not containphosphates or poly-fluoroalkyl substances.
  • Turn your BioTubing into a groundwater pump Waterra footvalves or inertial pumps have long been a reliable and effective way to sample groundwater. They consist of a one-way checkvalve which connects to a length of HDPE BioTubing. Oscillating the tubing up and down in the well produces a flow of water. The tubing can also be connected to external pumps such as the Waterra Powerpack or PowerPump. Waterra footvalves can be a great sampling solution for narrow diameter wells. Fieldtech Solutions stock a range of the most popular sizes such as the D25, D32, and D16 footvalves. Each of these can connect to our BioTubing which allows it to function as a manual groundwater pump.  
  • The Waterra 1 UP Peristaltic Sampling Pump can be powered by 110 and 220V AC, external 12VDC or its 12V internal battery.  Suction lifts up to 8.5m. 4 Battery Choices LIFE Batteries are Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries that weigh about one half the weight of the SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) batteries. LIFE batteries a have better discharge curve, maintaining higher voltages for longer. Available in 20 Ahr and 12 Ahr formats. A LIFE 12 Ahr 1 UP Pump weighs less than 8.1kg and the 20 AHr unit weighs less than 9.5kg. SLA Batteries are Sealed Lead Acid conventional batteries that are a less expensive than LIFE batteries, but weigh about twice as much. Available in 20 Ahr and 12 Ahr formats.
  • The Hydrolift is a portable, 240v operated electric device that is used to automate the operation of the Waterra Pump System. This actuator is perfect for purging and sampling 50mm diameter monitoring wells up to 60m deep. In special circumstances it can lift up to 90m. This electrical Tubing Actuator is optimized to operate with the Standard Flow System up to its maximum effective depth and will operate with the High Flow System up to a depth of 45m. This Tubing Actuator is the ideal choice for the frequent user of the Waterra Pumping System with moderate to extreme pumping requirements (Low, Standard and High Flow). Using the Hydrolift will result in a big boost to your field sampling program. The Hydrolift is powered by a 3/4 horsepower (560 watts) electric motor and generates a 4 inch (10 cm) stroke at up to 140 cycles per minute. The Hydrolift weighs about 16 kg and requires an electrical power supply of at least 1000 watts. *Please note the Hydrolift requires a generator to power it. See image 2 for an animation on how the system works.
  • The Waterra PowerPack PP1 provides the mechanical actuation for pumping with inertial pumps to depths of over 60m, in a fully portable, single operator power unit. At 13 kg, the PowerPack PP1 provides outstanding pumping performance. The PP1 is powerful enough to lift water from over 60m depth using the Standard Flow System, and is so compact that it fits onto a back-pack frame. The PowerPack PP1 incorporates clamps for Waterra High Flow and Standard tubing sizes (adaptors are available for smaller tubes). A Honda GX-25 series, 1.0 horsepower, 4 stroke, gasoline motor powers this device, which can run for approximately 1 hour without refuelling.
  • The Mityvac Silverline Hand Pump can be used for filtering water samples, using either vaccum or pressure to move the sample through the filter. Most commonly they are used on the vaccuum setting in conjunction with the Stericup filters.
  • Using syringes for groundwater filtration in the field is a popular low-cost option. It can be an ideal choice if you are not using a pump, and have a manual device such as a bailer. When using a syringe 50ml at a time can be pushed through a filter. Small low-capacity filters can be used where turbidity is low. However if turbidity is high then it may be better to use a high capacity filter such as the AquaPore Biodegradable Filter Capsule. Syriges are available in luer-lock, catheter tipped, or eccentric tipped varieties.
  • Alconox is a concentrated, anionic detergent for manual and ultrasonic cleaning. Free rinsing to give you reliable results without interfering residues. Ideal for cleaning contaminants from glassware, metals, plastics, ceramic, porcelain, rubber and fiberglass. Excellent replacement for corrosive acids and hazardous solvents. FSANZ Authorized. USDA authorized. Dilute 1:100. pH 9.5

    Used to clean: Groundwater and Soil Sampling equipment,, Healthcare instruments, laboratory ware, vacuum equipment, tissue culture ware, personal protective equipment, sampling apparatus, catheters, tubing, pipes, radioactive contaminated articles, optical parts, electronic components, pharmaceutical apparatus, cosmetics manufacturing equipment, metal castings, forgings and stampings, industrial parts, tanks and reactors. Authorized by FSANZ and USDA for inspected meat and poultry plants. Passes inhibitory residue test for water analysis. Used to remove: Soil, grit, grime, buffing compound, slime, grease, oils, blood, tissue, salts, deposits, particulates, solvents, chemicals, radioisotopes, radioactive contaminations, silicon oils, mold release agents. Surfaces cleaned: Corrosion inhibited formulation recommended for glass, metal, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, plastic, rubber and fiberglass. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc and magnesium if rinsed promptly. Corrosion testing may be advisable. Cleaning method: Soak, brush, sponge, cloth, ultrasonic, flow through clean-inplace. Will foam—not for spray or machine use. Directions: Make a fresh 1% solution (2 1/2 Tbsp. per gal., 1 1/4 oz. per gal. or 10 grams per liter) in cold, warm, or hot water. If available use warm water. Use cold water for blood stains. For difficult soils, raise water temperature and use more detergent. Clean by soak, circulate, wipe, or ultrasonic method. Not for spray machines, will foam. For nonabrasive scouring, make paste. Use 2% solution to soak frozen stopcocks. To remove silver tarnish, soak in 1% solution in aluminum container. RINSE THOROUGHLY—preferably with running water. For critical cleaning, do final or all rinsing in distilled, deionized, or purified water. For food contact surfaces, rinse with potable water. Used on a wide range of glass, ceramic, plastic, and metal surfaces. Corrosion testing may be advisable.
  • Liquinox is a concentrated, anionic detergent for manual and ultrasonic cleaning. Free rinsing to give you reliable results without interfering residues. Extremely mild and completely soluble in hard and soft water. USDA authorized. Dilute 1:100. pH 8.5
    Used to clean: Healthcare instruments, laboratory ware, vacuum equipment, tissue culture ware, personal protective equipment, sampling apparatus, catheters, tubing, wine glasses, clean rooms, medical devices, optical parts, electronic components, pharmaceutical apparatus, cosmetics manufacturing equipment, metal castings, forgings and stampings, industrial parts, pipes, tanks and reactors. Authorized by USDA for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants. Passes inhibitory residue test for water analysis. Used for phosphate sensitive analysis ware. FDA certified. Used to remove: Soil, grit, grime, slime, grease, oils, blood, tissue, particulates, deposits, chemical and solvents. Surfaces cleaned: Corrosion inhibited formulation recommended for glass, metal, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, plastic, cement and fiberglass. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc and magnesium if rinsed promptly. Used for art restoration. Corrosion testing may be advisable. Cleaning method: Soak, brush, sponge, cloth, ultrasonic, flow through clean-inplace. Will foam—not for spray or machine use. Directions: Make a fresh 1% solution (2 1/2 Tbsp. per gal., 1 1/4 oz. per gal. or 10 ml per liter) in cold, warm or hot water. If available, use warm water. Use cold water for blood stains. For difficult soils, raise water temperature and use more detergent. Clean by soak, circulate, wipe or ultrasonic method. Not for spray machines, will foam. RINSE THOROUGHLY—preferably with running water. For critical cleaning, do final or all rinsing in distilled, deionized or purified water. For food contact surfaces, rinse with potable water. Used on a wide range of glass, ceramic, plastic and metal surfaces. Corrosion testing may be advisable. Formerly known as LIQUI-NOX. Tech-notes:  Is Alconox detergent the same as Liquinox detergent ?
  • The engineered plastic 12 volt submersible centrifugal Tempest/Twister® pump is capable of pumping up to 18m from ground level, and the Super Twister® up to 25m (Depth to Water) by simply connecting to a 12 volt deep cycle battery. They are well suited for continuous sampling and purging of groundwater wells, or Low Flow Sampling by adding the optional controller.

    They can also be mounted on a hose reel as indicated by the images.
  • Well Development or Sampling The stainless steel bailer is ideal for both groundwater sampling & well development. The all stainless steel construction and check ball allows for rapid decontamination between wells. The tapered top is designed to avoid hang ups in the well, and smooth raising & lowering. A 45mm diameter enables it to be used in standard 50mm monitoring wells. Reusable equipment such as this helps reduce the amount of disposable waste, and adds sustainability to your operation.  
  • The Swing Sampler enables you to reach out up to 2.4m from a river bank or shore to take a 1.2L surface water sample. It can also be used for reaching into tanks, drums, or any difficult locations with up to 90 degrees rotation on the free-swinging head. The sample jar has a volume of 1.2L and can be re-used (recommended to use Decon 90 to clean between samples). The re-useable sample jar is made from landfill-biodegradable plastic, so when it eventually gets disposed to a landfill it will biodegrade.
  • The Shelby sampler is a thin-walled soil sampling system. The system is used to sample soils that are particularly sensitive to sampling disturbance, as it has a very low wall thickness-to-sample area ratio. The sampler consists of a thin walled steel tube whose lower end is shaped to form a cutting edge. Fieldtech Solutions is now stocking U63 and U50 Shelby Tubes and drive heads. Drive Heads are available in AW, AWJ, or NWJ box threads.  
  • Discoverer Core Sample Trays Made in Australia, the Discoverer® core trays are rugged and lightweight. They are now available in black recycled plastic too and are also fully recyclable. Safety: The Discoverer® plastic core trays remain relatively cool to touch when left outside, unlike metal trays. Therefore no more painful burns when handling core trays. Rounded edges mean no more dangerous sharp edges, leading to improved safety when handling. Built in Handles on both ends of the trays provide safe and easy use when handling. Being manufactured with a one piece mold means no unusable trays in use, reducing the chance of workplace related injuries. Superior Strength and Durability: Made from a one piece mold, meaning no pop rivets and welds which increases the products strength and importantly no sharp edges. The Discoverer® is made using the highest UV stabilized polypropylene available making it exceptionally durable in any harsh mining or exploration environment. Manufactured from exceptional quality raw materials, which makes it extremely resistant to impact and crushing. The Discoverer® Sub Zero is manufactured for use in freezing conditions and trays are tested to minus 50°C. Ease of use: A bold start indicator has been designed to make it absolutely clear to the driller at which end they should commence loading the core from, eliminating possible errors in the logging process. The trays are colour coded, allowing for quick and easy identification of the different sizes both in storage and out in the field and when re-ordering. The Discoverer® has a built in ID Tag area and optional aluminum tag inserts providing a permanent record of contents. The Discoverer® has standardized sizing. The majority of sizes used in the environmental, mining and exploration industries are H, N, P & B core diameters. Lengths are standardised making all the trays 1m (3.49ft) long. Maintain Your Core Integrity: The materials used during manufacturing have a high level of resistance to organic chemicals that are found in some drill core recovery, meaning your core won’t become contaminated. The Discoverer® is non-magnetic and will not corrode keeping your core free from magnetic susceptibility when testing and ensures no corrosion of the trays occur. The unique raised ribbed design helps to retain the quality of your core by improving drainage. The Discoverer® core trays cannot be affected by insect infestations like wooden core boxes as the plastic is not penetrable. The plastic used in the core boxes will not migrate or leach into your core samples. The Discoverer® core trays have a range of accessories available and one of these is the custom made lid which assists to maintain your core’s integrity at all times. Only the Discoverer® core trays have unique a stacking capability, which allows the trays to stack perfectly on top of each other, loaded with core without touching the tray below. This means that your core is stored without interference, helping to retain the quality of the core.
  • Drilling standards for environmental applications often require that wells are drilled without the introduction of fluids. To achieve this goal hollow augers can be utilised in unstable formations where solid stem augers are not effective. 3 sizes of timber plugs are now available for your hollow stem auger installations. Made from recycled timber for sustainability.
    • 57mm (2.25")
    • 108mm (4.25")
    • 159mm (6.25")

We ship all our products with recycable and biodegradable materials.

We ship all our products with recyclable and landfill-biodegradable materials.
We use newspaper as filler and recycled cardboard boxes where possible to replace non-recyclable material.

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