Since last week, Comon Invent has installed 3 dozen eNoses in the Port of Amsterdam around the North Sea-canal, nearby oil terminals and other businesses that could possibly emit odours that lead to nuisance. This odour monitoring network is part of the project “GeurinZicht”. This project is an initiative by the Port of Amsterdam in cooperation with EPA North Sea Canal Area and the Province of North-Holland. These parties work together in this project with private companies and the Fire Department. The project aims to improve the quality of life in and around the port area.
eNoses monitor stench of pig-farm in Woubrugge
Please read the article published by TV West via the link below.
Webinar: Go Smart Industry Talk
Last Wednesday our CEO Simon Bootsma was one of the guest speakers at the Smart Industry webinar hosted by Smart Industry and the Dutch Chamber of Commerce. During this interactive webinar, which was dedicated to the tumultuous digital developments in companies, a panel of specialist discussed topics, gave tips and answered the following questions:
- How do you make your business future-proof?
- How do you accelerate in the new digital world?
- How do others do it successfully?
A summary of the webinar can be watched below (in Dutch). For the full-version of the webinar please click here.
Safety Deal contributes to health and safety situation in South-West Holland
In 2015, with funding by the Dutch Government, dozens of eNoses will be installed in and around the South-Holland South region. On behalf of several partners, the Environmental Protection Agency South-Holland South (OZHZ) submitted an application for funding, which was recently approved. OZHZ is a co-operation of 17 municipalities, region South-Holland South and the provincial government of South-Holland. Together they strive to create a safe, secure and sustainable environment.
The increased deployment of eNoses in the South-Holland South region creates a logical connection between existing eNose networks in the Rotterdam Rijnmond and North-Brabant area. This eNose network contributes to the safety and health of residents in South-West Holland. The early detection of the rise and spread of annoying, dangerous and unhealthy emissions in ambient air allows for quick intervention during incidents.
Port of Rotterdam Authority expands number of eNoses in the port of Rotterdam
Port of Rotterdam Authority is satisfied with the operational WE-nose network in the port area and is expanding the network from 89 to 152 eNoses in 2015. These are the main conclusions that were drawn from the evaluation of the current WE-nose network. Actively involved in the WE-nose network are: Vopak, Abengoa, Municipality of Maassluis, Rotterdam Municipality, Safety Region, Deltalinqs, Province of South Holland and DCMR EPA.
An eNose is an instrument that detects changes in the air composition and wirelessly transmits this information to a central server.
The further expansion of the network suits the policy of the Port Authority to make the Port of Rotterdam the most sustainable port of its kind.
Mobile eNoses applied in RIVM investigation on odour nuisance incident Helmond
Tuesday evening May 6th, several residential homes in the Adonisstraat in Helmond were evacuated after residents reported a heavy fuel stench. A mobile laboratory of the National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) investigated the nature and origin of the odour nuisance. RIVM applied Mobile eNoses of Comon Invent during the investigation. The Mobile eNoses register changes in the air composition that can lead to odour nuisance for the surrounding area. Mobile eNoses provide data that can be translated into detailed information about the rise and spread of odorous and non-odorous gas emissions. This contributes to swift and early detection of gases that may be harmful to the health and safety of the environment. At the time of the incident the mobile eNoses registered distinct peak values caused by the abnormal air composition that led to the odour nuisance. Several Mobile eNoses were positioned at various locations in the area where residents reported odour nuisance. With the use of the mobile eNoses the dispersion of the gas emission and impact area of the incident was mapped.
First research results eNose horeca pilot 2014
DCMR, Knowledge Institute Infomil and Comon Invent carried out a study to research an indicative tool to measure odour nuisance of catering establishments.
Currently it is difficult for authorities to act against odour nuisance caused by catering establishments. Supervisors in the Rijnmond region and other parts of the Netherlands experience difficulties with the implementation of Environmental Control Activities.
eNose and Smart entrepreneurship
In times of rapid technological developments, businessmodel’s of tomorrow might look completely different than those of today. Quality, flexibility, efficiency and customisation are the focal points for businesses to stay on top of their game. Please read how Comon Invent operates in the world of online sensor technology.
Noteworthy: Eclipse on March 20, 2015 detected by eNoses
On March 20, 2015 a total solar eclipse was visible over the Atlantic, the Faroe Islands, Svalbard and the North Pole. A partial solar eclipse could be witnessed in Europe, northern and eastern Asia and northern and western Africa.
A solar eclipse can only happen at new moon, when the moon directly blocks sight of the sun from certain places in the world. It can take place up to five times a year, though according to Nasa, only 25 years in the past 5,000 have had five solar eclipses.
Comon Invent B.V. appoints Dr. Bianca Milan as senior eNose expert
As of April 1, 2015 Dr. Bianca Milan will be appointed as senior eNose expert of Comon Invent. Bianca is an internationally renowned expert in the field of artificial olfaction. With her experience and scientific background she will contribute to the further development of the emerging eNose technology. Over the last years Bianca has been involved in a variety of eNose projects in the Netherlands. Besides that she has played an important role in the creation of the standard for electronic air monitoring NTA 9055:2012.