Diesel and fuel analysis

Incorrect or substandard fuel is often the reason why a vehicle has broken down. Blocked injectors, defective fuel pumps or poor performance may indicate that the fuel does not meet the required quality specifications.

We support our customers in choosing the right fuel to avoid failures.

In damage investigation, our main focus is on identifying fuel quality problems and fuel system faults. We are also happy to help with warranty issues.

We are your experts in the analysis of diesel and fuels

Performance overview: Marine fuels

Lubricant analysis

Verification of the correct viscosity grade
Extending oil service life - reducing lubricant and waste costs
Condition monitoring of machines and technical consultations help you improve the quality of your maintenance and repair decisions
Independent analysis in case of warranty claims with determination of the cause of damage
SGS analyses exceed standard classifications for alternative test specifications

Bunker fuels

Results within 24 h for testing bunker fuel samples to minimize port layover time
Technical advice on fuels that do not meet standards
Elimination of Cat Fines

Oily aqueous systems

Gives you added confidence in proving that each vessel's service water meets local and international guidelines.

Cooling system

To ensure your engine's corrosion protection and coolant's service properties are working properly.

Performance overview: Diesel fuels & AdBlue®*

We perform comprehensive analyses on (bio)diesel in accordance with the following minimum requirements:

DIN EN 14124 - Biodiesel
DIN EN 590 - Diesel fuel

Quality control is necessary for AdBlue®, because contamination can damage the exhaust aftertreatment system, which could lead to illegal NOx emissions.

We therefore test whether AdBlue® meets the requirements of ISO 22241-2 and DIN V70070.

Test scope ASTM D5185:

Contamination (mg/kg)
Corrosion (mg/kg)
External appearance

*"AdBlue ®" is a designation protected under trademark law for the Verband der Automobilindustrie e.V. (German Association of the Automotive Industry).

Relevant parameters

Cetane Index
Filterability limit or Cold Filter Plugging Point (CFPP)
Cloud point and pour point
Copper corrosion
Flash point
Sulfur content
Viscosity
Water content

Standards and regulations

Our program tests all types of fuel systems including diesel, biofuel and marine fuels such as MGO and HFO to the following fuel standards:

EN 590 Automotive fuels - Diesel fuel - Requirements and test methods.
BS2869 Fuel oil for agricultural, domestic and industrial engines and boilers.
ISO 8217 Quality specifications for marine bunker fuels.
EN14214 Minimum requirements for biodiesel.

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