Sectors

OD supports companies, public authorities and professionals in identifying, measuring and resolving odour-related issues through a scientific, regulatory and environmentally driven approach.

Odour emissions can pose environmental, technical and commercial challenges across various industrial and civil contexts.
Explore the key sectors we serve.

Food & Beverage

Improving perceived quality, innovating products and optimising processes.
Smell is a key sensory indicator of food quality. LOD assists companies in assessing the olfactory impact of recipes, ingredients, packaging and thermal treatments, enhancing consumer experience while ensuring regulatory compliance regarding odour emissions.

Our services include:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Hedonic tone assessment (VDI 3882)
Sensory testing on intensity and pleasantness of food odours
Testing of packaging materials for odour release
Biogas odour analysis according to UNI 7133:2019

Livestock farming

Odour control and support for permitting and legal processes.
Emissions from housing and manure management often lead to conflicts with local communities.

LOD provides:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Effectiveness testing of air treatment products and slurry bio-additives
Biogas odour analysis according to UNI 7133:2019

Bitumen and asphalt

Odour monitoring in bitumen-based industrial processes.
Plants processing bitumen may emit hydrogen sulfide, aldehydes and phenols.

LOD offers:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Chemical characterisation of emissions

Pulp and paper

Odour management from wastewater treatment and industrial processes.
In the paper industry, odours typically arise from wastewater and chemical processes.

Our services include:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)

Ceramics

Emissions from inks and thermal processes in the digital ceramics industry.
The use of digital inks has improved environmental performance but introduced new odour issues.

We provide:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Hedonic tone assessment (VDI 3882)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)

Foundries and steelworks

Odour management across the production cycle.
Casting, cooling and moulding can result in significant odour emissions. In line with European BAT Conclusions, LOD supports with:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Chemical characterisation of emissions
Environmental monitoring via the GeoNose app

Oil & Gas

Odour control during refining, storage and transport.
From refineries to oil storage facilities, VOC emissions can lead to nuisance complaints.

LOD offers:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Field inspection monitoring (UNI EN 16841-1:2017)
Support for permitting and public complaints
Environmental monitoring via the GeoNose app
Efficiency testing of air treatment products
Chemical characterisation of emissions

Plastics

Odour analysis and control throughout the plastic lifecycle.
Plastic recycling presents new olfactory challenges, particularly with post-consumer materials.

LOD assists with:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Hedonic tone assessment (VDI 3882)
Odour impact testing of raw materials and finished products to prevent complaints

Waste treatment

Odour management in waste storage and treatment facilities.
Each stage of the waste cycle—from collection to disposal—can produce odour emissions.

LOD provides:

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Dispersion modelling and monitoring using electronic noses (D.D. M.A.S.E. 309/2023)
Field inspection monitoring (UNI EN 16841-1:2017)
Environmental monitoring via the GeoNose app
Testing of compost catalysts and bioactivators
Biogas odour analysis according to UNI 7133:2019

Cosmetics & personal care

Beyond odour emissions: specialised product testing.
LOD offers advanced services including quantitative and qualitative “in vivo” and “in vitro” testing for hygiene and personal care products.

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Assessment of odour reduction or masking effectiveness in deodorants, personal hygiene and fabric care products
Evaluation of fragrance pleasantness and olfactory profile in cosmetic formulations

Homecare

Product performance analysis beyond odour control.
LOD delivers advanced solutions for the assessment of homecare products.

Sampling and olfactometric analysis (UNI EN 13725:2022)
Odour reduction and masking performance testing in air fresheners and home fragrances
Efficiency evaluation of washing appliances for clothes and dishware in odour removal