Testing Services: Investigational

Are you facing an unknown situation? Do you suspect foul play or contamination of your fuel? Are you getting plugged filters? Did you find a mysterious substance at the bottom of your tank? We can use our instrumentation and analytical skills to help you get to the bottom of it. We have several methods at our disposal for investigational work including gas and liquid chromatography, mass spectroscopy, infra-red spectroscopy, elemental analysis and more. If you need a little sleuthing, please give us a call to discuss your situation and see if we can be of service.

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Method	Test	Test Details	Volume	Price ($US)
D 7872 (m)	Polymer Content by Gel Permeation Chromatography	D 7872 (m) / Polymer Content by Gel Permeation Chromatography The D7872m Polymer Content by Gel Permeation Chromatography is a slightly modified method for determining the polymer content of liquid fuels. Polymers are commonly found in pipeline additives and cold-flow additives and, when in excess, can cause issues like filter plugging.	10 mL	$200.00
In-House	Mass Spectrometry	In-House / Mass Spectrometry Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) can be used to identify unknown compounds or to give a more detailed look at the composition of a fuel product or feedstock material. This instrument has been especially useful for analyzing filter residue from plugged filters or analyzing fuel samples that may have been adulterated (vandalized).	10 mL	$130.00

*Our goal is to provide results for standard samples within 72 hours of receipt of sample, and RUSH service within 24 hours for most tests. Turnaround time goals reflect normal business hours of 8am-4pm Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and observed holidays. RUSH service is available at 2X normal price. For RUSH service, please contact us ahead of time to reduce any delays.

**Prices are valid December 31, 2024 - February 28, 2025

***Testing prices performed by an outsource laboratory are subject to change without notice.