Hexavalent Chromium can form unexpectedly inside insulation or fluids surrounding high-temperature systems. Exposure is hazardous and without proper testing, it often goes undetected.

We provide reliable, field and lab-based Chrome-6 testing tailored for industries including:

• Combined heat and power - CHP
• Biomass and steam systems
• Marine engines and propulsion
• Automotive engine parts
• Paint & Coating Systems
• Aerospace engines

Traditional lab tests often underestimate Cr(VI) contamination. Chrome-6 is chemically unstable; it can degrade into the harmless Cr(III) form during transport or analysis, particularly in complex materials like insulation dust.

Thatʼs why our lab testing uses a stabilisation method designed specifically for these environments. It preserves Cr(VI) integrity throughout the testing process, producing accurate, actionable results that support real compliance and safety.

Measuring exposure isnʼt just about ticking a regulatory box. Itʼs the only way to know if your people are truly safe.

We can help you assess risks, remove contamination and implement long-term strategies, combining our specialist testing with practical guidance and regulatory awareness.

SEEF has developed a patented method for the quantitative analysis of Chromium-6, designed to minimise the influence of elements such as zinc and aluminium. This process ensures consistent and reliable measurements, regardless of the sample composition.

With this method, in a direct comparison with another laboratory operating according to the NEN5617:2022 standard, SEEF detected 74 times more Chromium-6 compounds in the same paint sample.

• Advanced stabilisation method prevents Cr(VI) breakdown during analysis
• Accurate results even in complex, calcium-rich materials
• Ideal for fluid, surface, insulation and air sample analysis