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Breathalyzers
Breathalyzer - Basically an objective method of checking the influence of alcohol present by Measuring the Alcohol concentration levels by taking a alcohol test in the intravenous blood circulation i.e., within the inspired air, when only possible to make a limited conclusion regarding the physiological disturbance, when these particularly strongly individual influences depend on alcohol addiction. The level of blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is statistically connected to the possibility of accidents caused from symptoms of deficit as opposed to when in a sober state. This represents the basis for the legal per-mill blood alcohol limit. Technical development of the first breathalyzers was in 1953 and depended on a chemical measuring principal (so called Alcotest- or Alcocheck-tubes). Current generation Breathalysing devices rely on the use of electro chemical Measuring principal or semiconductor technology. The average deviation at 1,00 per mill measured with hand breathalyzers lie between +/- 5 % and +/- 15 %. It concerns hand pre-test devices that can be re-used several times.
Breathalyzers used in road traffic situations that are accurate, affordable per-mill testers that are also used in the private sector are allowing police officials to do considerably more high quality breathalysing tests in road traffic. The aim is thereby to multiply the amount of alcohol testing in road traffic within the European Union.
Alcohol tests done in the medical profession and in the social sector are mainly used for emergency treatment of persons that are either in an unconscious state or non responsive state. Special technological intake makes it possible for breath to be inhaled through nasal exhalation. These and other such products are manufactured by Envitec (Alcomed). In welfare centres, breathalyzers are mainly used for the purpose of alcohol withdrawal or weaning of the subject involved. Utmost importance is paid to the hygienic safety of these devices.
Breathalyzers being used at the workplace have intensified Safety regulations and fiduciary duties Competition as well as general health awareness, has lead to the implementation of 0,00- per mill rule within many companies, or at least to a considerable reduction in the alcohol consummation on company premises. Many entrepreneurs are now using portable breathalyzers as a deterrent. The EU is working on a draft law at present for compulsory alcohol and drug testing to be done on professional drivers and air pilots.
Breathalyzers for use in the private sector are making progress with regards to technical improvements of test accuracy, and meanwhile, the affordable prices of obtaining of Breathalyzers through the private sector is not a rarity anymore . Breathalysing devices are becoming an increasingly common find in the glove compartment of cars. This development and the Pre-mill blood alcohol sinking in Europe , together with the increase in tests carried out by police with necessary penalties, will be promoted further by the police. Since every person tends to break down Alcohol levels in blood at different rates, and of course an essential factor is what kind of shape you’re in on that particular day, theoretical formulas are not of any use.
It appears at first that the topic of Alcohol testing within the catering trade, together with the consumption of alcohol does not seem consistent. On the one hand achieving financial benefits from the alcohol consummation by guests, but then on the other, the consummation is to be reduced by alcohol testing. Generally speaking, the first is more than often the case. “Winding each other up” and competitive drinking or drinking just to limit of being able to drive has become a common phenomenon. Alcohol testing is rated positively as a service by the guest. Mostly, the capital outlay amortises the investment costs within a few weeks or months for the Gastronomer. At present there are obligatory laws being drafted for Alcohol testing possibilities within the food and beverage sector.
Manufacturers/distributors of breathalysers.
There are very few firms that produce high quality breathalysers.
Companies that are involved with the development and manufacturing of alcohol testing products are:

Dräger (Alcotest)

Envitec (Alcoquant)

Lion (Alcometer)

ACE (ACE-Serie)

We will gladly give you comprehensive advice, and find the suitable product for your breathalyser testing requirements.
Drug testing is mostly carried out as an external test, particularly within the fields of Medicine and road safety . With all current products, it mostly concerns rapid narcotic testing; these drug tests are mostly done as a once only test. These tests are created to detect one (basic test) or more narcotic substances (Multi test) consisting of urine, solid matter, surfaces, saliva or perspiration. In the meanwhile test cassettes are available to the private sector (e.g. for parents or relatives).
Specialized work on the theme of Alcoholism and drug addiction can be found in Diploma and specialized index of: http://www.mba.de - Most of the work can be found under the theme - Psychology.