Biodiesel Testing for 2010
Posted in Biodiesel News, Biodiesel Testing on Feb 9th, 2010
Check out the Preliminary Package Test Announcement.
Posted in Biodiesel News, Biodiesel Testing on Feb 9th, 2010
Check out the Preliminary Package Test Announcement.
Posted in Biodiesel News, Biodiesel Testing on Nov 6th, 2009
Midwest Laboratories is offering a new Cold Testing Package for biodiesel. This package is good for B100-Biodiesel and biodiesel blends. This package offers the following ASTM Tests: Annex to D6751 -Cold Soak Filtration | ASTM 6371 -Cold Filter Plugging Point | ASTM D2500 Cloud Point | ASTM D 97 Pour Point
Contact Heather or Brent @ 402-829-9877

Posted in Biodiesel Testing, News, Standards on Feb 26th, 2009
The Bioidesel Critical Test Package is changing to
$400.00 with the inclusion of the Cold Soak Filtration Test
Midwest Laboratories put together a critical package for biodiesel
clients to help clients produce a quality product by passing the
hardest requirements of ASTM D 6751 .This new critical package, (Flash
Point, Acid Number, Total Glycerin, Free Glycerin, Oxidation Stability
and NEW – Cold Soak Filtration) includes the Cold Soak Filtration. This
new test has required a number of biodiesel producers to reevaluate
steps in their process. The Cold Soak Filtration Test will officially
be enforced in April, 2009 as a part of ASTM D 6751. At Midwest
Laboratories, our role is to help inform clients about this test up
front so it can be addressed sooner rather than later.
Posted in Biodiesel Testing, Standards on Nov 24th, 2008
The newest requirement for biodiesel fuel testing is the cold soak filtration test. This was added to the ASTM Method in October 2008, and it is designed to improve purity standards.
In the past, substandard biodiesel would often precipitate material out of solution when exposed to cold temperatures. If this happens with biofuel used in an engine, it can lead to extensive damage. Therefore, legislators required the cold soak filtration test to prevent such substandard product from being available to consumers.
The standards are established by an organization known as the ASTM, American Society for Testing and Materials. For years, the ASTM has set the standards for the fuel source to be allowed in the marketplace.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing, Biofuel, News on Feb 11th, 2008
In his State of the Union address, President Bush highlighted the United States’ need for energy independence, including solar power, wind power, and of course, biofuels.
One proposition of interest was to invest in research making ethanol from agricultural waste, which is a realistic biofuel of our future.
Methane gas is a natural byproduct of landfills all over our country. Power plants are starting to use this energy source to make the electricity to power your home and business.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing, Biofuel, News on Feb 11th, 2008
A recent story on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered“, focused the discussion on ethanol not being the holy grail of clean burning fuel.
The featured guest, Tim Searchinger of Princeton University, said, “The simplest explanation is that when we divert our corn or soybeans to fuel, if people around the world are going to continue to eat the same amount that they’re already eating, you have to replace that food somewhere else.”
This of course forces humans to convert more natural forests and grasslands into agricultural fields which results in more carbon dioxide production.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing on Jan 23rd, 2008
Biodiesel fuel benefits depend on the properties of the fuel produced. Refiners and distributors ensure the quality of this alternative fuel by meeting the standards specified by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
1) Flash Point. The flash point is the lowest temperature for which combustion is possible. If too low, then inadvertent combustion may occur which is of course a safety hazard. Producers should always test biodiesel fuel for the flash point to ensure the safety of distributors, retailers and consumers.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing on Jan 23rd, 2008
To become certified by the National Biodiesel Accreditation Commission (NBAC) as a BQ-9000 producer or seller, biodiesel fuel producers, distributors and retailers may be interested in putting into practice a fuel testing program.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing, News on Jan 23rd, 2008
We are excited about The National Biodiesel Conference & Expo 2008! It will be held in
The 2008 Conference is expected to break records with the number of industry leaders. There will be endless opportunities for education, networking, and events.
Stop by the Midwest Labs booth (Booth 1019) to learn more about our biodiesel testing analysis – analysis you can trust. For more information, contact Brent Pohlman or Heather Ramig at 402-334-7770.
Posted in Biodiesel, Biodiesel Testing, News on Jan 16th, 2008
The U.S. Department of Energy has many biodiesel related incentives and laws to encourage blenders, producers, and retailers to manufacture these alternative fuels.
Quality control is a must throughout the production process. Midwest Laboratories, Inc. offers a wide array of Petroleum Analysis & Biodiesel Analysis Biodiesel Testing. We’re happy to work with you to whether you need an individual biodiesel testing kit or are interested in a package to continuously test biodiesel.
For additional information, please contact bpohlman@midwestlabs.com