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Biodiesel Fuel Testing

Comprehensive state-of-the-art Biodiesel Testing Program

Biodiesel Testing

Biodiesel is an alternative for diesel which is obtained from a diverse range of feedstock namely from plants, animal fats, soybean oil, other edible and non-edible oils etc Companies all over the world are reducing their reliance on fosil fuels and seeking out a more sustainable alternative fuel to run its large fleet of vehicles, machinery and energy needs. Biodiesel is one such alternative.

Atlas Lab provides a comprehensive state-of-the-art Biodiesel Testing and analysis Program. By conducting the testing and analysis of Biodiesel and Biofuel samples we can evaluate their quality, quality confirmation, blending evaluation, ensuring the right blend vis a vis blend is supplied, to ensure there is no contamination, no residues left in the Biodiesel, confirm and validate if the Biodiesel meets the technical and environmental requirements of national and international standards.

Atlas Lab works closely with consumers, manufacturers, blenders, new biodiesel petrol pump owners to test the full range of Biodiesel available in the market i.e B5 biodiesel, B20 Biodiesel, B100 Biodiesel etc.

What are the benefits of Biodiesel Testing?

  • Recognize the cause of high fuel consumption
  • Ascertian the quality of Biodiesel fuel supplied
  • Recognize the cause of power loss
  • Determine if the Biodiesel fuel meets National and International standards
  • Improve Engine and Machinery performance

Different types of Biofuels tested by Atlas Lab :

  • Biodiesel
  • Ethanol
  • Biobutanol

Atlas Lab uses national and international methods and specifications to test biodiesel fuel as per the requirement of the client :

  • India - IS 15607 (B 100)
  • Europe - EN 14214 (B 100)
  • United States - ASTM D 7467 (B6 to B 20)
  • United States - ASTM D 6751 (B 100)
  • Australian Standard
  • China - GB/T 20828
  • Chinese Taipei - CNS 15072
  • Indonesia - SNI 04-7182
  • Japan - JASO M360
  • Korea - Fuel Spec (B100)
  • Philippines - DPNS/DOE QS 002:2007
  • Malaysia - Spec of Palm Methyl Esters
  • Thailand - B100- FAME

Standard Tests conducted for Biodiesel as per ASTM:

  • Appearance
  • Colour
  • Density @ 15°C
  • Viscosity @ 40°C
  • Flash Point (PMCC)
  • Sulfur Content
  • Carbon Residue (MCR)
  • Sulphated Ash Content
  • Water Content
  • Total Contamination
  • Copper Strip Corrosion (3hr @ 50°C)
  • Cetane Number
  • Acid Value
  • Methanol Content
  • Ester Content
  • Phosphorus Content
  • Sodium and Potassium (Na + K)
  • Calcium and Magnesium (Ca + Mg)
  • Iodine Value
  • Oxidation Stability, 110°C
  • CFPP °C
  • Linolenic acid methyl ester
  • Monoglycerides content
  • Diglycerides content
  • Triglycerides content
  • Free Glycerol
  • Total Glycerol
  • Polyunsaturated(>4 double bonds) methyl ester

What is the process of collection of Biodiesel for Testing?

  • You can directly send your Biodiesel fuels to us or ask for our Biodiesel fuel sampling kits
  • Collect the samples
  • Courier the samples
  • On receiving the samples in our laboratory, we will commence testing.
  • Results will be provided in 12 to 24 hours
  • Technical advice will be provided on testing the samples and assessment of Test Report

We would be happy to assist you with your testing requirements. Get in touch!

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