Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd.'s UKAS No. 9658, 9508 & 1369 accredited laboratories are able to assess solid matter present in water across a wide variety of applications and sample matrix types.
Why solids testing matters
Solids analysis is a key part of water quality monitoring, used to assess the concentration of suspended and dissolved materials within a water sample. Common parameters include
- Total suspended solids (TSS)
- Total dissolved solids (TDS)
- Total solids (TS)
- Settleable solids
These measurements help identify contamination, assess treatment efficiency and monitor compliance with environmental and process water standards.
Supporting process performance, discharge monitoring and compliance
High levels of solids in water can lead to fouling, scaling, reduced heat transfer efficiency or environmental harm. In trade effluent, wastewater and surface water discharges, solids must be controlled to meet consent limits and minimise environmental impact. In closed and process systems, solids analysis supports routine condition monitoring, helps diagnose system imbalance and informs dosing and filtration strategies.
Testing and methods
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK provides a full range of solids analysis services using gravimetric and filtration-based methods. We analyse for TSS, TDS, TS and settleable solids, with results typically available within five working days depending on sample type and matrix. All analyses are performed in UKAS-accredited laboratories with matrix-dependent accreditation. For extended scope, we work with Eurofins European competence centre partners.
Who we serve
We support
- Water treatment professionals
- Environmental consultants
- Utility providers and facilities managers
Across the UK, whether validating treatment performance, monitoring discharge compliance or conducting system health checks, our accredited solids testing provides robust results.
Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK
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UKAS accredited solids analysis including TSS, TDS, total solids and settleable solids
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Suitable for wastewater, effluent, surface water, closed systems and process applications
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Supports operational monitoring, discharge permit compliance and system optimisation
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Dependable turnaround aligned with regulatory and operational requirements
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Nationwide refrigerated logistics and secure chain of custody
UK-Wide drop-off facilities
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK customers benefit from our extensive and free to use sample drop off network with over 50 drop-off locations. Follow the links below for more details.
Sample bottles
To ensure that we are able to test your water chemistry samples please submit them in appropriate sample bottles.
Contact & next steps
If you need to monitor solids as part of your water management, regulatory or optimisation programme, please contact us or call 0845 604 6740. We are ready to advise on sampling and help maintain your water systems’ safety and performance.
