IMS Analytical Laboratories – Laboratory Testing

Biodiesel Testing

IMS Laboratory provides a wide range of testing for Biodiesel and the raw materials used for Biodiesel production based on ASTM 6751 and EN 14214 or other specifically requested tests. The fast turnaround time in our lab of generally less than 3 working days is of great importance for the Biodiesel producers.

We have developed the original methodologies that allow us to analyze multiple raw materials used in Biodiesel production, such as vegetable oils, beef tallow, yellow grease, waste/recycled oils, etc. These methodologies provide important analytical capabilities that could be used for QC/QA purposes for production management of raw materials in the intermediate and final Biodiesel production.

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Fuel Oil

Diesel Fuel Analysis – Spectrochemical Analysis

Fuel analysis has become a very important part of all maintenance and purchasing functions. The cost of diesel fuel, although expensive, is small when compared to the problems that may develop without the proper purchase specifications, verification of those specifications, handling, storage and distribution.

Generally speaking, most fuel is within the grade; however, on occasion a fuel delivery may be substandard. Fuel will also degrade and become contaminated in storage and transfer. It is almost impossible to retrace the sequence of events leading up to fuel problems unless an accurate record of the quality of the fuel is maintained. This can only be done by periodic laboratory analysis of the fuel.

The identification of the trace metals contained in an oil sample is of prime importance in Condition Monitoring. Typically, an Atomic Emission Spectrometer is used to identify common wear metals, contaminates, and inorganic additives found in lubricants. This analysis is typically rapid and inexpensive. Spectrochemical data is reported in parts per million.

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Vegetable Oil

IMS Analytical Laboratories is focused on analytical services for vegetable oils and fats. The methods are performed according to internationally-recognized standards as per ISO, AOCS, AOAC, FOSFA, BS and other published methods as required.

The accuracy of the analytical data is crucial for international commodity trading under FOSFA, COPA and other contracts. The accuracy and reliability of our results are of utmost importance to the good name and reputation of our Company and it is equally important to every client and party in each trade.

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Environmental

IMS Analytical Laboratories provides the technical analytical expertise and support services necessary to provide quality information to the client. For more information on services available through IMS Analytical Laboratories please contacts us directly.

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Industrial and Residential Hygiene

Our specialists will help you to create the best way to check Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality in your environment.

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Quotation and Booking

If you are reviewing the costs of the analytical work you currently send out, please send us details about the numbers of samples and tests required. We will then send you a quotation. Discounts may be available for bulk analysis and long term contracts. For more details please contact us directly. Approximate turn around times can be supplied on request for individual tests.

Most tests are completed within 3 working days of receiving the sample. A rapid results service exists for emergencies, with results being e-mailed or faxed as soon as they are available.

Our aim is to report as quickly as possible, whilst carrying out work to the highest standards.

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