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Test Gas Blender
Kin-Tek’s (USA) AutoBlend™ is a computer-controlled, multi-channel gas blending system for supplying a continuous flow of adjustable composition test gas mixture. Applications include sensor evaluation, analytical methods development and validation, contaminant effects testing, catalyst testing, odor simulation, gas filter testing and other applications requiring complex test gas mixtures. The system can add multiple trace concentration components to a flowing gas stream. Permeation...
Replace Dangerous Radioisotope Based Sulphur Gauges with NEX XT Process Sulphur Analyser
Applied Rigaku Technologies, Inc. (USA) is pleased to introduce the new Rigaku NEX XT on-line sulfur. This product represents the next generation of process gauge for high-level sulphur measurement (0.02% to 6% S) of crude, bunker fuel, fuel oils, and other highly viscous hydrocarbons, including residuums. This versatile, compact and robust X-Ray Transmission (XRT) process gauge is specifically optimized for the sulphur analysis needs of refineries, pipelines, blending operations, bunkering ter...
Sustainable Calibrations... Green Talk or Wishful Thinking?
Not at European Lab Services! In Spring 2009 Photovoltaic panels were installed on the ELS main office in Steendorp, Belgium. This was the latest step on their sustainable business ladder. From the start there has been a strong focus on quality and service at ELS. The main beneficiaries from this are, of course, the customers. ELS think beyond just today’s business; they also take care of the future. ELS do not only want to built up long term relationships with their customers, they also...
Expanded Partnership for XRF Specialists
Based on the successful relationship that began with the MESA 6000 EDXRF Analyser, Innov-X Systems, Inc. and Horiba Instruments (both USA) are pleased to announce their expandedmarketing partnership. Horiba will now market the Innov-X X-50 and X-5000 fluid analysers for applications analyzing elemental content in petrochemical and hydrocarbon fluids.The X-50/5000, manufactured by Innov- X, combines the analytical power and safety of a closed-beam benchtop XRF system with battery operation porta...
Software for Comprehensive Chromatography Offers In-depth Insights at any Point in the Process
Shimadzu (Germany), has introduced its brand-new ChromSquare software, designed for analysis of data from Comprehensive Chromatography. At any point in the process, ChromSquare is capable of delivering in-depth insights on the sample. ChromSquare has been launched at the 34th ISCC event (International Symposium on Capillary Chromatography) in Riva del Garda, Italy. At the same event, the new quadrupole series also had its world premiere with the introduction of the GCMS-QP-2010 Ultra and GCMS-QP...
HUBER Minichillers® reduce water consumption and improve process efficiencies.
The compact Minichiller® from HUBER reduces water consumption to zero, offering a low cost, chilled water supply with environmentally friendly refrigeration for a variety of laboratory applications. With the ever rising cost and environmental impact of waste water, Scientists and Facility Managers are increasingly looking for alternative ways of cooling applications in the laboratory. A calculation, based on water consumption, shows that in a working week (8-hours a day, 5 days a week), th...
Grabner MINIDIS ADXpert New benchmark for automatic D86 distillation
GRABNER INSTRUMENTS introduces the new MINIDIS ADXpert, an automatic, portable and fast mini-distillation analyzer. Reliable and highly precise results make the MINIDIS ADXpert a smart alternative to classical D86 testing. MINIDIS ADXpert has a resolution about twice as good as D86 distillation units, yielding results that are well within ASTM D86 r/R requirements. The extremely versatile unit allows precise testing of various gasoline, jet fuel and diesel products (groups 0-4), biofuels, solven...
Measurement of Maleic Anhydride Value (MAV) with FOSS NIRSystems XDS - for the determination of low levels of conjugated Diolefins in Pyrolysis Gasoline
FOSS NIRSystems lab and on-line analysers have been performing Near-Infrared (NIR) analyses of a variety of Petrochemicals including gasoline, diesel, and crude oil since the late 1980’s. Often these have been measurements of components in the percentage range, which tend to be much easier than components at lower levels. One NIR method, below the percentage range, that has been successfully developed using FOSS NIRSystems XDS analysers is that of Maleic Anhydride Value (MAV) in Pyrolysis...
A Touch of Genius
In what has been a year of opportunity for visionary science led companies, it is comforting to report that innovation is alive and well, not only in the multi nationals, but, in some of the smaller scientific businesses also. Peak Scientific Instruments (UK), the global gas generator manufacturer has enjoyed a buoyant year fueled, behind the scenes, by a desire to improve its products and become a ‘best of breed’ manufacturer. To accelerate this period of product development and gr...
A new Volumetric Karl Fischer Titrator
Specialist Karl Fischer titrator manufacturer, G.R. Scientific (UK), have launched the Aquamax KF Volumetric to complement their Aquamax KF moisture meter which is one of the most widely used coulometric titrators. The new KF Volumetric offers several user programmes for titration and standardisation. Incorporating two 5ml syringes, one can be used for the KF reagent and the other for automatic dosing of a standard for the titre. The second syringe can also be used for a different factor reage...
New Catalogue Highlights Extensive Range of Certified Reference Materials
The new catalogue from VHG Labs (USA) of certified reference materials and supplies offers established products as well as some new additions. New products in the petroleum standard line include V-Solv™ ICP Solvent, D-Series Multi-element Wear Metal Standards, and even more PTP (Performance Testing Program) Standards. For aqueous applications, refer to the Natural Water Matrix Reference, new ICP-MS tuning and internal standard stock solutions, and revamped QC check samples; for water suppl...
3rd Generation of Industrial X-ray Diffractometers Offers More Speed, Applications Power and Automation Potential
PANalytical (Netherlands) has launched CubiX3, the 3rd generation of its successful CubiX X-ray powder diffractometers range. Building on the company’s reputation for speed, reliability and reproducible analysis, the CubiX3 introduces new features such as high-intensity data collection as well as extra flexibility in sample handling for automated environments. X-ray diffraction has already reached significant importance as a process and production control method for powdered materials in m...
Desorption/Extraction Autosampler
CDS Analytical (USA) introduced the TDA-9300 Thermal Desorption/Extraction Autosampler which is capable of running straight sorbent tubes or doing dynamic headspace earlier this year. Temperatures are programmable to 375º C. This unit is perfect for desorbing sorbent tubes for hydrocarbons in air, or doing emissions studies on solids or viscous liquids. This unique autosampler is able to handle tubes from 3” to 7 1/2” long and with ODs of 3mm to 16mm. High temperature capabiliti...
CRM Producer Achieves Accreditation to ISO Guide 34
Paragon Scientific Limited (UK) has achieved double accreditation by adding ISO Guide 34, the premier standard for CRM producers, to their existing ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation. Paragon Scientific Limited has been accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 for some time, which endorses the quality of their analytical and calibration work. They have now been awarded additional accreditation to ISO Guide 34:2000. This not only recognises the quality of Paragon’s laboratory work but also gives approval to t...
Service and Technical Support Brochure
A new Service and Technical Support brochure from OI Analytical (USA) describes a range of services offered to help users maximize the productivity and return-on-investment (ROI) of their instruments. Instrument Qualification and Validation, Extended Warranties, Service Contract Options, Training Courses and Support Documentation are among the services described.
New Particle Shape Classifier, Particle Counter and Viscometer
QinetiQ North America today announced that wholly owned subsidiary Spectro Inc. (USA) is introducing the SpectroLNF Q200, the next generation of its successful LaserNet Fines particle shape classifier and particle counter. SpectroLNF Q200 is an analytical instrument that uses a laser direct imaging technique and advanced image processing software to identify the type, rate of production and severity of mechanical faults by measuring the size distribution, rate of progression and shape features o...
XRF Standardless Analysis Comes to the Benchtop with Omnian and MiniPal 4
PANalytical (Netherlands) has extended the compatibility of its Omnian advanced standardless analysis software to now include the compact benchtop MiniPal 4 X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometer. This combination offers a premium XRF solution that is both easy to use and extremely powerful. It is ideal for routine lab and field analysis, offering quantification of unknowns in situations where certified standards are not available. Ready for any sample type, Omnian provides elemental analysis of...
Highly Versatile CHN Analyser
With its wide linear range, combined static and dynamic combustion technology and horizontal furnace design allowing for removal of residues between runs, the Exeter Analytical (USA) CE-440 CHN/O/S elemental analyser is uniquely capable of accurately analysing the widest range of sample types - quickly, easily and reliably. Whether you are analysing organic compounds, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, polymers, refractory, environmental or natural materials (soil, plants or insects), determining...
New High-Temperature Laboratory Viscometer
Viscosity specialist Hydramotion Ltd (UK) is pleased to announce an important extension to its ReactaVisc RV3 range of research-grade viscometers designed primarily for use in laboratory- or pilotscale reaction vessels. The new ReactaVisc RV3-HT1 can be used at temperatures up to 250 °C without requiring any special cooling. Efficient design ensures that sensitive components in the head enclosure are protected from overheating, even though the sensor probe itself is at full fluid temperatur...
Automatic Cleveland Open Cup Flash Point Tester CLA 5
The CLA 5 Cleveland open cup flash point and fire point analyser from Petrotest (Germany) automatically tests both liquid and highly viscous liquid and solid samples; according to the ASTM D92 and ISO 2592 standards. The bench top instrument comes completely ready for testing with automatic test routines, user definable programs, self-testing/servicing routines, as well as a rapid search program. The versatile analyser features the latest electronics, including a 5.7-inch color graphics display...
New Application Note for the Determination of Mercury in Waters
Teledyne Leeman Labs (USA) have released a new application note on the determination of mercury in waters by US EPA Method 245.1 VAA spectroscopy. Mercury is a toxic element found throughout the environment. Its mobile nature allows it to diffuse through the air, soils and ultimately into water systems. Fish have the ability to bio-accumulate mercury (in its methylated form) at much higher concentrations than the waters they inhabit. People and wildlife that consume fish high in mercury are at r...
Ultra Low Sulphur Analyser in all Fuels, Biofuels and Oil, Compliant with ISO 20847 and ASTM D-4294
Horiba (France) is proud to release the SLFA 3000 series of ultra low sulphur analyser for biofuels, gasoline and petroleum products. It is compliant with current recommended methods: ASTM D4294 - 08a Standard Test Method for Sulphur in Petroleum and Petroleum Products by Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry and ISO 20847:2004 specifies an energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) test method for the determination of the sulfur content of motor gasoline, including those containin...
Proven and Reliable Route to Ensure Essential Compliance for Low Sulphur Analysis Meeting and Exceeding ISO 20847, ASTM D4294 and ASTM D2622 Specifications
Oxford Instruments (UK) provides market leading, simple, robust, easy to use, field proven analytical solutions for sulphur analysis; for crude oil extraction, refineries, terminals, independent testing houses, shipping, customs and excise and even at point of retail. Oxford Instruments has a range of analysers for measuring sulphur in oil at every point it is needed along the supply chain, and over 40 years of experience. Starting with the Energy Dispersive XRF (EDXRF) Lab-X3500 which is a com...
Range of Standards Covers All Hydrocarbon Needs
Horiba Scientific (France) is supplying its own range of standards as well as Spex CertPrep standards. In consequence Horiba Scientific proposes a complete range of Certified Standards Samples specifically for Sulfur in Oil analysis, as well as many other components in all kind of hydrocarbon matrices. The six basic sets are dedicated to the most famous analytical methods of sulphur in oil analysis. The calibration is very simple and reliable. It is available from stock for ultra quick delivery...
Super X-ray Detector
The Super SDD is the newest X-ray detector technological advancement at Amptek (USA). The Super SDD is a 25 mm2 x 500 μm super silicon drift detector (SDD), with unsurpassed performance of 127 eV FWHM resolution; 11.2 μs peaking time; and a peak to background ratio of 8,000. The super silicon drift detector (SDD) enables extremely high count rate applications with excellent energy resolution. The detector is housed inside the same TO-8 package as Amptek’s other detectors, so its for...
Biofuel analysis predicts likely yield
Analysis of the biofuel Jatropha has predicted the likely yield that might be achieved using the crop, which is commonly grown as a source of oil but is toxic if ingested.The study, published in the current issue of Global Change Biology Bioenergy, considers the yield that the biofuel might provide both in the current climate and in future models.Results are varied, when the typical model of climate change is taken into account, as some areas will see less rainfall while others will see less fro...
Mobile Fuel Screening with FOSS Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
FOSS NIRSystems Near-Infrared (NIR) analyzers have been used for rapid analysis of petrochemical materials on-line and in the lab since the late 1980’s. Many of the same parameters measured by NIR in the production of gasoline and diesel are required to be measured for these fuels at service stations and fuel depots by regulatory agencies. There is a huge advantage if the analysis can be done on-site using fresh samples, without having to transport them to testing laboratories. This also s...
Reliable determination of chlorine content in Liquefied Gases / LPG
You are looking for the optimum solution for analysing LPG samples? The elemental analyser multi EA 5000 is able to determine nitrogen, sulphur and chlorine content in a broad concentration range. Combined with application-optimised sample gas systems, liquid gases, highly pressurised gases, but also gases relaxed to normal pressure can be analysed for element contents in the range of ultra-traces up to percentages. In only one single cycle, the sulphur, nitrogen and carbon content is determined...
UK Power Station Adopts Portable FTIR analyzer for Determining Water in Lubricating Oil
The level of water in lubricating oil is critical to measure and control since it can accelerate oxidation and affect lubrication performance. For years, chemists have relied on Karl Fischer titrations to measure the level of water in lubricating oil. Mr. Richard Wilson, Environmental & Performance Manager for the Ferrybridge Power Station in West Yorkshire, England, has now turned to A2 Technologies’ iPAL portable FTIR analyzer for measuring this critical parameter in the lubricatin...
New iTOC-CRDS Isotopic Carbon Analyser Brochure
OI Analytical’s (USA) new iTOC-CRDS Isotopic Carbon Analyser measures the total organic carbon (TOC) content and 13C stable isotope ratio of solid and liquid samples. A new brochure describes operation and performance specifications of the combined TOC – cavity ring down spectrometer (CRDS) instrument.
New Series of Simultaneous Analysers for Oxygen, Nitrogen and Hydrogen
Motivated by the tremendous success in sales as well as increase in market share for its elemental analyzers including the EMIA for Carbon/Sulfur and the prior EMGA Series for Oxygen, Nitrogen and Hydrogen, Horiba Scientific (France) undertook a large development program to create a new generation of automated analyzers. The new EMGA-930 series was designed to better meet the requirements of modern users. Several innovations in detectors were used to achieve very good sensitivity resulting in t...
CLIP Interference from ICP-AES Line-Rich Spectra
In ICP-AES, line-rich spectra are often observed and it is difficult to find analyte lines free of interference from all the matrix or concomitant element lines. This is especially true with matrices such as steel, tungsten, zirconium, precious metals and other complex matrices. Usually the analyst prepares known solutions, makes profiles for each wavelength at different concentrations of the analyte and concomitant elements and finally selects a line free of interference with adequate sensitiv...
New High Performance Circulator
The new Unistat 905w is the latest addition to the Unistat® range of high performance circulators from Huber (Germany). With 6kW heating power, cooling powers from 4,5kW @ 0°C and 0,7kW @ -80°C and a temperature range of -90 to 250°C the new 905w brings a tailored cryogenic solution to lower volume reactors. Introduced to the market in 1991, and with a temperature range from -120 to +425°C, the Unistats® were designed for demanding temperature control applications wher...
Need to do Quick Viscosity Verification?
Cannon Instrument Company (USA) is excited to unveil the latest addition to their line of specialized semi-automated viscometers, the SimpleVIS™. Designed specifically with operational simplicity in mind, the SimpleVIS ™ provides quick and reliable kinematic viscosity results with a touch of your finger. This portable viscometer is ideal for any site that needs near laboratory quality viscosity measurements. Everything is included to get started – all you need to provide are sa...
New, More Powerful, Interactive Web Site
PAC (USA) announces the launch of the new web site – completely new in content, resources, and functionality – at their current domain, www.paclp.com. “More than an upgrade, it’s a complete new site in every way” said Jeroen Schmits, President. “Its new design, functionality, power, wealth of resources, interactive features, and navigation are so different from the old site that many of our friends may not even recognize it. It’s light-years ahead of wh...
Fuel:Bio Relies on Cambridge Viscosity to Keep its Biodiesel Flowing
It’s 10 times less toxic than table salt and biodegrades as fast as sugar. It’s virtually sulphur-free, yet it can be used to heat your home and run your diesel engines more effectively and economically than oil, natural gas, or standard diesel fuel. And it’s not science fiction. It’s called biodiesel, and it’s a clean-burning alternative fuel produced from domestic, renewable sources of vegetable or animal fats and oils. It can be used in most modern diesel engine...
Revolutionary Automated Distillation Analyser for Refining and Petrochemical Industries
PAC (USA) announces the shipment of their 1,000th OptiDist™, a truly revolutionary automated distillation analyser for the refining and petrochemical industries. Herzog’s OptiDist™ by PAC offers the highest level of precision and ease of use ever seen in an instrument of this type. It’s a state-of-the-art optimal solution for performing atmospheric distillation, featuring easy to use, one button operation, and unparalleled versatility. Its minimal footprint saves valuable...
Intelligent Management of Titration Data
tiBase brings database functionality to Metrohm’s Titrino plus and Titrando titrators. The new software enables the straightforward transfer of titration determinations via USB memory stick to a PC where the data can be stored, administrated, reprocessed and protected against any manipulation. Database functionality, previously only available in Metrohm’s high-end range of instruments, is now also available in Metrohm’s entry level range, namely the Titrino plus titrators. tiB...
Titration was Never Easier
Powerful as a PC, smaller than a Netbook and as easy to use as an iPhone – these are the main features of the 900 Touch Control. Users of Metrohm’s new benchtop control module start their titrimetric analyses with a single touch. The brilliant colour display provides for a stunning visual experience and due to the device’s network capability the full range of laboratory data communication possibilities is available. Up to 14 methods can each be linked to a favourite icon on the...
Straightforward Determination of Anhydrosugars in Aerosols
Metrohm presents a new method for the sensitive and robust routine determination of the «smoke markers» levoglucosan, mannosan and galactosan in aerosols. The method couples ion chromatography with a highly sensitive pulsed amperometric detector (ICPAD) and provides a simple and less expensive alternative to GC/MS. As such, it facilitates research into the effects of biomass burning aerosols on meteorological phenomena and on the climate in general. Anhydrosugars are thermal degre...
Low Temperature Automatic Viscometer
Cannon Instrument Company (USA) offer a low temperature (sub-zero) automatic viscometer, the miniAV-LT. The miniAV-LT is designed as an affordable sub-zero alternative to traditional labour intensive manual Kinematic Viscosity measurement of low temperature viscosity. The miniAV-LT is ideal for -20°C measurement of jet fuel according to ASTM D1655 and STAN 91:91. The miniAV-LT is also applicable to -40°C testing of hydraulic fluids, turbine and transformer oils. The new design allows th...
A New Era in ICP Mass Spectrometry
Spectro (Germany) presents the first fully simultaneous measuring mass spectrometer with inductively coupled plasma (ICP-MS) in the world. The Spectro MS records the entire elemental spectrum between lithium and uranium for every analysis. Users achieve a greatly increased sample throughput rate and much better precision and accuracy compared to using a sequential mass spectrometer. “The Spectro MS will change mass spectrometry forever. The option of being able to measure simultaneously w...
Flash point determination of Asphalt, Tar and Bitumen by use of MINIFLASH
Measuring flashpoint of asphalt, bitumen or tar is a most challenging test. Industrial coal tar pitch for example is solid at ambient temperature, softens around 100-130°C and becomes fully liquid at 180°C. When cooled down the tar sample becomes rock solid in seconds, making it difficult to clean flashpoint testing equipment and to continue with the measurements. The MINIFLASH flashpoint tester from GRABNER INSTRUMENTS offers a smart solution to test even problematic coal tar pitch samp...
FOSS NIRSystems provides robust Near-Infrared (NIR) solutions to the Petrochemical Industry
FOSS NIRSystems has provided fast, precise, and accurate Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy analyzers to a number of industries since the late 1970’s. NIR spectroscopy has many advantages over other methods of analysis, including speed (seconds), is non-destructive, requires no chemicals or solvents, and is capable of performing analysis on a number of components simultaneously. FOSS NIRSystems has successfully implemented NIR for petrochemical analysis in the laboratory, as well as directl...
TVOC System Plus Environmentally Sealed PID Monitor for Continuous VOC Detection
Ion Science introduces the TVOC System Plus, an environmentally sealed, continuous monitor with a photoionisation detector (PID) and integrated pump for rapid detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). TVOC System Plus is a fixed, continuous area monitor designed for installation in a safe, non-hazardous environment. The integrated pump allows a gas sample to be drawn from a remote location as far away as 30 metres. The pump can be accessed quickly and easily, allowing for simple maintena...
Enhance your Petrochemical Trace Elemental Analysis with the Thermo Scientific iCAP 6000 Series ICP
The iCAP 6000 Series delivers exceptional analytical performance and is specifically designed to meet the challenges of analyzing organic matrix samples. The instrument will optimize the analysis of both routine and demanding applications such as the analysis of wear metals in used lubrication oils and the analysis of trace elements in fuels. How the Thermo Scientific iCAP 6000 Series will enhance your petrochemical analysis; • Optimized sample introduction kits to suit your sample type,...
Smart Raman Microscopy
Horiba Jobin Yvon (France) have introduced a new high performance, lower cost Raman microscope. The XploRA is a new concept in Raman microscopy bringing Raman chemical identification directly to your microscope. The system provides the established performance of Horiba Jobin Yvon Raman microscopes at a surprising price. Combining microscopy and chemical analysis the system retains the full functionality of your microscope coupled with high performance Raman spectroscopy. Compact and rugged i...
High-Quality Certified Reference Materials That You Can Afford
It’s important to recognise that not all reference materials are the same. With Spex CertiPrep’s (USA) certified reference materials you do not need to compromise on quality. We offer the highest quality standards on the market at prices that fit into your budget. Spex CertiPrep has been manufacturing CRMs for over 55 years. Our inorganic standards are used for AA, ICP, ICPMS and IC while our organic standards are used for GC, GC/MS, and HPLC. We also specialise in custom standards....
New Spectrophotometer for Colour Measurement
Tintometer’s (UK) new Lovibond® PFXi spectrophotometer introduces a unique concept in liquid colour measurement. For the first time, this type of equipment offers the capability for remote calibration and servicing via the internet – eliminating any costs and time delays associated with servicing. This new technology, coupled with the Lovibond® accuracy of measurement, provides the industry with an ideal solution for constant, reliable colour measurement. The PFXi spectrocol...
Ultra Low Sulphur in Oil Analyser Compliant with ISO 20847 and ASTM D-4294
Horiba (France) is proud to release the SLFA 3000 series of ultra low sulfur analyser for biofuels, gasoline and petroleum products. It is compliant with current recommended methods: ASTM D4294 - 08a Standard Test Method for Sulphur in Petroleum and Petroleum Products by Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry and ISO 20847:2004 specifies an energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) test method for the determination of the sulphur content of motor gasolines, including those containi...