RELIABLE EXCELLENCE

For odour laboratories around the world, the month of November means results. Specifically, we find out how we have done on the (catchily named) International Inter-Laboratory Comparison of Olfactometry. This is an annual proficiency test of olfactometry. In simple terms, it checks that the results of each odour laboratory are up to scratch and compliant with European Odour Standard EN13725.

At Silsoe Odours, the quality of our results is a big deal. We take great care in what we do, so that you can be confident in relying on us for technical excellence. It therefore comes as no surprise that our odour laboratory has passed this year’s proficiency test. Our team of odour specialists work hard to maintain the excellence of our odour testing throughout the year, so I’m delighted to congratulate them on another strong set of results. JAMES SNEATH, TECHNICAL MANAGER

We are pleased to build on the success of our odour laboratory for yet another consecutive year. You can also take a look back at some of our previous results if you wish. Here is where we have reported on our some of our proficiency test successes in 2021, 2020 and 2018.

ODOUR LABORATORY PROFILES

The proficiency test gives an insight into the effectiveness of odour laboratories around the world. In 2022, 38 laboratories participated from 16 countries worldwide, with mixed results. Twenty-three of the participating laboratories (60.5%) met the requirements of European Odour Standard EN13725 for both precision and accuracy. Three laboratories (7.9%) met neither requirement. Happily, Silsoe Odours is, of course, among the successful parties.

Here are the critical numbers demonstrating Silsoe Odours’ ongoing compliance.

PRECISION

EN13725 requirement: ≤0.217
Silsoe Odours result: 0.127

ACCURACY

EN13725 requirement: ≤0.477
Silsoe Odours result: 0.286

UKAS-ACCREDITED ODOUR LABORATORY

The annual proficiency test of olfactometry reinforces our laboratory’s UKAS accreditation for odour testing. Both benchmarking actions contribute to clients’ confidence in the quality of work at Silsoe Odours. If you want to find out more, speak to our team of experts today.

In the first instance, you can reach us on 01525 860222 or info@silsoeodours.co.uk. You can also follow us online on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook