What’s the Right Equipment for Real-Time Air Monitoring on Your Job Site

real time air quality monitoring

Monitoring ambient air in real-time at the perimeter of job sites requires more than hand-held instruments it requires technology designed to capture meaningful environmental data. At AirLogics, we focus exclusively on real-time systems that monitor impacts to off-site receptors. If you need to track dust, VOCs, and gases in real time, our advanced systems offer unmatched flexibility and performance. Our purpose-built systems are designed for real time air monitoring, giving you actionable accurate data that helps you assess and manage site emissions with confidence.. Each piece of equipment is engineered to provide targeted, quantifiable data with a high degree of reliability. This precision allows teams to respond quickly when air quality thresholds are exceeded.

Tailored Systems for Site-Specific Dust and Gas Measurement

AirLogics’ equipment—such as the AQS-1 and Dust Sentry—is configurable to measure key airborne pollutants including PM10, PM2.5, PM1, and TSP. These modular platforms are light, mobile, and equipped for both short-term and long-term use. The integration of gravimetric sampling ensures data can be supported with physical samples, providing defensible results.

The AQS-1 features a pumped sampling system that draws air steadily through the unit. This design allows the sensors to maintain consistent output, even in challenging environments. For humidity interference—a common issue—the AQS-1 includes a built-in inlet heater. This feature, along with the Met One nephelometer, supports long-term durability in outdoor deployments.

Each system is not just modular—it’s also adaptable. Depending on your location, you can integrate gas sensors and even weather instrumentation such as wind direction, speed, rain, temperature, and humidity. This full integration offers an improved understanding of how airborne material may travel beyond the worksite.

VOC Monitoring That Triggers the Right Response

VOC levels can vary widely and shift rapidly. Our Classic 2.0 system addresses this using a dual-stage approach. The built-in PID (photoionization detector) sensor provides immediate readings of TVOCs. If those readings hit a defined level, the Classic 2.0 system activates its GC (gas chromatograph) to analyze specific compounds like benzene or toluene.

The PID sensor is calibrated using high-purity gases to match national metrology standards, VOCs such as benzene and toluene can be effectively monitored, though the system is not sensitive to methane, propane, or formaldehyde.

The module also includes a humidity scrubber, allowing the sensor to remain accurate during fluctuations in ambient air moisture. With a controlled flow rate, the sensor delivers consistent results at a rate of approximately 70 mL/min, ensuring every reading is dependable.

Data Access Without Delay

Getting timely data shouldn't be a challenge. Our platforms offer a browser-accessible web interface that consolidates your monitoring parameters—particulates, VOCs, and meteorological data—in one dashboard. You can access this on any device, set SMS or email alerts, and integrate the output via API. The wireless communication capabilities ensure you stay connected, even off-site.

Each AirLogics system also includes a cloud-based platform for data management, storage, and retrieval. Alerts can be customized to notify teams as soon as a threshold is crossed, streamlining how quickly responses are triggered. You can also determine which stations are upwind, downwind, or crosswind using the live meteorological data.

Adaptable Power and Modular Features

Whether you’re operating in remote locations or urban environments, AirLogics’ systems provide options that fit. Our units operate on 110-line power, solar charging, or lithium batteries.

You can also choose the specific pollutants you want to track—up to three gases per unit—plus optional noise and meteorological measurements.  Compounds such as O₃, NO₂, H₂S, CH₄, and total VOCs can be measured in real time. If you don’t need all the modules, the system can be configured accordingly. This flexibility allows your site to remain focused on the key data that matters.

Each feature is purpose-built. For example, the field GC operates independently but syncs with PID alerts, making the system responsive and efficient. This structure avoids unnecessary sampling, optimizing both performance and cost.

Engineered for Stability and Accuracy

At the core of every AirLogics system is high-precision engineering. The AQS-1’s Automatic Baseline Correction (ABC) resets the zero point every 60 seconds, correcting for common issues like sensor drift. Factory calibration against ISO 6143-grade gas standards ensures every module is aligned with reference analyzers.

Our sensor modules use standard reference gases, the same ones applied to certified analyzers. This ensures the calibration remains consistent with recognized standards. By using both factory and field calibration processes, we eliminate common data inconsistencies and deliver results you can rely on.

Final Thoughts:

Not all monitoring systems are equal. AirLogics builds equipment that delivers reliable insights for real time air quality monitoring, allowing you to make informed decisions about site emissions and off-site impacts. Whether you need continuous data on particulates or compound-specific VOC results, our systems provide the level of performance your project demands.

Ready to take control of your site’s environmental impact? Connect with AirLogics to find the right monitoring equipment tailored to your site conditions—built for accuracy, designed for reliability, and trusted for performance.

FAQs:

1. What is real-time air monitoring used for?

Real-time air monitoring provides immediate data on pollutants like dust and VOCs to assess off-site impacts.

2. How does the VOC sensor in AirLogics systems work?

It uses a PID sensor to detect organic compounds and triggers GC analysis when thresholds are exceeded.

3. Can AirLogics systems be customized for different pollutants?

Yes, users can configure up to three gas modules along with particulate and meteorological sensors.

4. Is the system suitable for remote or off-grid job sites?

Yes, systems can run on solar, lithium battery, or standard 110V power for flexible deployment.

5. How do I access and manage monitoring data?

All data is viewable in a secure web interface with real-time access, alerts, and API integration.