DEVELOPMENT OF A SIMPLE AND QUICK METHOD FOR FORMALDEHYDE EMISSION MEASUREMENT(Environmental Engineering)

Abstract

We developed a new measurement method for formaldehyde emission and examined its accuracy and measurement procedure. In this paper, results of the experimental examinations are described. Through the experiments, we have found that this method will be applicable as a new, simple and quick method for formaldehyde emission measurement. Major results obtained from the experiments are as follows; 1. Environmental factors, for example, temperature, humidity and other VOC levels affect the measurement results very little. 2. The necessary time required for the measurement is rather short, within 45 minutes, and is therefore considered easier in use during site measurement. 3. As the measurement procedures are very simple, this method can be used by a person without professional experience and expertise.