EN-SCAN GC-MS Product Line For Air, Water, and Soil Analysis To Be Introduced at PITTCON 2025
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Astrotech Corporation (NASDAQ: ASTC) announced today that it has created a new wholly owned subsidiary, EN-SCAN, Inc. (“EN-SCAN”), to manufacture and sell a new line of instruments built for environmental testing applications using its proprietary ATi Gas Chromatograph (“GC”) and Astrotech Mass Spectrometer Technology™ (“MS”). The EN-SCAN product line has been designed for outdoor field work that can be used on-site for real-time air, water, and soil analysis providing instant feedback for accurate contamination source location and migration.
“EN-SCAN has been developed to fill a gap in the environmental testing market needing a durable and rugged GC mass spectrometer in the field. In recent years, the environmental testing market has exploded and our rugged, easy to use, GC-MS instruments are ideal for outdoor and hazardous environment testing.” said Thomas Pickens, Chief Executive Officer of EN-SCAN. “Our testing solutions are intended to deliver highly accurate, real-time monitoring for real-time decision-making in the field. We will be introducing our new EN-SCAN product line at PITTCON in Boston, on March 1 to March 5, 2025. We can be found at booth 422.”
EN-SCAN products integrate advanced gas chromatography and mass spectrometry technology with rugged, portable instrumentation, providing accuracy in demanding locations. With a focus on real-time monitoring, ease of use and cost efficiency, EN-SCAN enables organizations to make data-driven decisions while reducing testing costs and time delays.
The EN-SCAN lineup includes three testing solutions, each designed for specific applications:
- EN-SCAN Rugged-Lab GC-MS – A transportable GC-MS for on-site, lab-quality analysis of air, water, and soil. This product supports regulatory enforcement, industrial compliance, and scientific exploration.
- EN-SCAN Fenceline Monitor – A continuous emissions monitoring system designed to detect pollutants such as BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene) at refineries and chemical processing plants. This product provides real-time results that can provide valuable alerts to management and regulators.
- EN-SCAN Handheld GC – A portable gas chromatograph for on-site detection of volatile organic compounds and contaminants in air, soil, and water. This product is a lightweight handheld instrument for on-site environmental testing, site remediation, and emergency response.
Pittcon 2025 is a dynamic, international conference and exposition on laboratory science, scheduled for March 1–5, 2025, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. This premier event showcases the latest advances in analytical research and scientific instrumentation, offering a platform for continuing education and collaboration among professionals. Attendees can engage with cutting-edge technologies, participate in over 1,100 technical sessions and network with experts across various scientific disciplines. Pittcon is committed to advancing scientific knowledge and donates over 90% of its net proceeds to science education and outreach initiatives.
About EN-SCAN
Based in Austin, Texas, EN-SCAN develops advanced environmental testing and monitoring solutions, integrating gas chromatography and mass spectrometry technology in rugged, portable designs. Its products support industrial, environmental, and regulatory applications, helping organizations meet compliance requirements and environmental safety. For information, contact info@en-scan.com.
About Astrotech Corporation
Astrotech (Nasdaq: ASTC) is a mass spectrometry company that launches, manages, and commercializes scalable companies based on its innovative core technology through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Astrotech is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
