In 2021, LASIRE acquired a mobile laboratory to carry out real-time analyses of water quality parameters. A hydraulic circuit supplies this laboratory with water pumped from the river. A Manta+35 multi-parameter probe (Euréka), a filtering sampler, a refrigerated sampler, ammonium and phosphate Icon analyser (Metrohm), an algae analyser (AOA, bbe) and an ATMS (trace metal analyser) are currently operational. Further equipment will be installed in the near future. The data is transmitted directly to the laboratory, and an algorithm automatically triggers a water sample collection based on the values measured by the multi-parameter probe.

Side view of the lab (entrance)
the lab is brought near the studied River.
Side view of the lab (waterpipe side)
A submersible pump ensures a continuous supply of water to the station's water circuit.
inside view of the lab
Various instruments can be installed in the station and may vary depending on the requirements of the study: multi-parameter probes, ammonium and phosphate analysers, algal pigment analysers, filtering/refrigerated samplers and recirculation chambers for exposure tests.
Multi parameter probe
Automated Trace Metal Monitoring System
An automated system for measuring metals and their speciation can be installed. The voltammetric system is coupled with peristaltic pumps and microburettes to control the inflow and outflow of the sample, as well as the addition of reagents.
Second simplidied station
In order to better assess the impact of one or more sources of contamination, a simplified monitoring station may sometimes be installed upstream.