Analytical Services
Eberline Services' Analytical Group offers the capabilities of one of the nation's largest radiochemistry laboratory networks and a track record of reliability earned through more than 50 years of radiochemistry experience. The laboratory network offers comprehensive radiochemical analyses, including environmental radiochemistry, radiological bioassay analysis, nuclear utility waste characterization, ambient and workplace air analysis, and biota analysis. Our laboratories can provide legally defensible data in virtually any hard copy and electronic format required. We hold numerous laboratory certifications, accreditations, and approvals, including

• National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (NELAP)
• Department of Energy Consolidated Accreditation Program (DOECAP)
• Department of Energy Laboratory Audit Program (DOELAP)
• Integrated Contractor Purchasing Team (ICPT)
• Nuclear Procurement Issues Committee (NUPIC) approval
• More than 20 state certifications
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers validation
• U.S. Department of Agriculture

Through our Lionville Laboratory, Inc. (LvLi), we provide stable chemistry and mixed waste analyses. Eberline Services and LvLi have partnered on mixed waste analytical projects since 1987.

PROJECT SUMMARIES

Onsite Radiochemistry Services at Rocky Flats Environmental Technology Site (RFETS)
Through a highly successful laboratory privatization at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) RFETS, Eberline Services provided radiochemical analysis, including gross alpha and beta screenings, alpha energy analysis, and tritium and plutonium analysis by a variety of techniques such as liquid scintillation, alpha spectrometry, and gas flow proportional counting. Samples came from RFETS closure activities such as radioactive and hazardous liquids and solids processing; environmental remediation; and decontamination and decommissioning. In support of these activities, Eberline Services analyzed approximately 2,000 samples per week according to rigorous quality control and rapid turnaround time requirements. These operations were highly customized to fulfill the onsite needs, including a customized alpha counter designed specifically to meet RFETS need to measure radioactivity in air filters.

In Vitro Bioassay Services at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL)
Eberline Services provided in vitro bioassay services to DOE's SNL in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The bioassay samples collected by SNL's Radiation Protection Internal Dosimetry Project were submitted to Eberline Services for analysis of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM), mixed fission/activation products, and transuranic parameters. The analyses were performed in compliance with ANSI/HPS N13.30-1996, Performance Criteria for Radiobioassay at Eberline Services' DOELAP-accredited laboratory. We provided a complete data package consisting of a full CLP-equivalent package and electronic deliverables in a modified format to meet SNL requirements.

Soils and Groundwater Radioanalytical Support
Eberline Services provides radiochemical analyses in support of the soils and groundwater programs at the DOE's Savannah River Site. The radiochemical analytical measurements are performed to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. We provide prompt, definitive radiochemical analysis of samples and provide data that meet the client and state's strict reporting deadlines. Samples analyzed include soils, sediment, groundwater, surface water, solids, fuel, oil, coal, sludge, and other media. The analyses are performed using state-of-the-art methods and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-accepted protocols. We deliver a final data package consisting of a full CLP-equivalent data package and electronic deliverables.

Radioanalytical Support at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Eberline Services provides radiochemistry services to Bechtel Jacobs Company, LLC, the management and integration contractor for environmental management at DOE sites in Oak Ridge, Tennessee; Paducah, Kentucky; and Portsmouth, Ohio. This support involves routine environmental monitoring and waste characterization. The analytes consist of NORM, as well as fission and activation products and cyclotron materials. Services consist of analyzing samples (water, soils, vegetation, air filters, debris, concrete, and other media) for specific radionuclides. The final data package is of a full CLP-equivalent data package.

Nuclear Utility Support
Eberline Services performs analysis of the nation's nuclear power station high-concentrated liquid waste. We provide radiobioassay services designed for nuclear power plants, including specific analyses, sampling frequency, and dose modeling assumptions to permit proper investigation levels for any positive results. Our nuclear utility analysis consists primarily of environmental, bioassay, and waste stream sample analysis. We are NUPIC-approved for nuclear utility analytical support and have significant experience and expertise in performing analysis compliant with 10 CFR 61 waste characterization analysis and 10 CFR 50 requirements.