An Overview of Biodiesel Analysis: Biodiesel Solutions - NEW!

Everyone is familiar with ethanol as a fuel alternative or blend component with traditional petroleum-based fuel. But are you familiar with biodiesel? Biodiesel is a fuel derived from plant or biomass. Starting materials such as grapeseed, corn, coconuts, and even used deep-fry oil are the basis for a simple reaction to create a fuel that is clean burning and low in sulfur. Biodiesel is popular as a pure fuel alternative (B100) or as a blend with petroleum-based diesel fuel. Blending with petroleum-based diesel can also add lubricity, a desirable feature, decreased when sulfur is removed. Traditional diesel engines can use blends up to 20% biodiesel without modification. Europe is very progressive in incorporating biodiesel in fuel programs. The European Union has passed a directive (2003/30/EC) to encourage the use of biofuels in the transport industry. The US and Pacific Rim countries such as Malaysia are also rapidly growing in biodiesel production as petroleum-based fuel becomes more expensive.

The quality of biofuels is critical to performance and acceptance in the market. Standards-setting organizations in the US (ASTM D-6751-03) and Europe (CEN 14214) have designated metrics for biodiesel quality. This webinar will discuss analytical techniques and methodology to ensure quality biodiesel.

Presenter: Matt Bowman, Petrochemical Market Development Specialist, PerkinElmer
Duration: 52 minutes
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Efficient Quality Analysis of Biodiesel using GC - NEW!

Biodiesel is a renewable fuel alternative to petroleum diesel. It can be used in a pure form or blended with petroleum diesel to form a product that can work in conventional diesel engines without modification. The quality of the final product must be monitored to ensure reliable engine operation. Bound and free glycerin content can indicate the quality of biodiesel. A high content of free and total glycerin can lead to buildup in fuel tanks, clogged fuel systems, injector fouling and valve deposits. The analysis of biodiesel following ASTM methodology for glycerin by gas chromatography (GC) will be presented.

Presenter: Matt Bowman, Petrochemical Market Development Specialist, PerkinElmer
Duration: 51 minutes
Format: Windows Media Player