Mineral Oil Analysis

First-Class Expertise in Fuel and Combustion Analysis

Welcome to AGROLAB GROUP – your leading European partner for precise and reliable mineral oil analysis. Our laboratories and specialists offer a comprehensive range of tests for fuels, lubricants, heating oils, and biogenic fuel components. Using state-of-the-art laboratory technology and accredited methods, we support you in ensuring that your products meet the highest quality standards and comply with legal requirements.

 

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Mineral oil analysis for industry and commerce

Mineral Oil Analysis – A Key to Quality and Safety

The quality of fuels is crucial for the performance and longevity of machines and engines. At the same time, it has a direct impact on operational safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

Common risks associated with low-quality mineral oil products:

  • Technical damage: Contaminants such as black sludge or microbial contamination (“diesel bug”) can cause corrosion, clogged filters, and engine failure.
  • Efficiency losses: Non-compliant fuels increase consumption and reduce performance.
  • Legal issues: Placing products on the market that do not meet defined standards (e.g. EN 590, EN 228) can lead to legal consequences.
  • Environmental impact: Low-grade fuels result in increased emissions and environmental harm.

 

Our fuel testing services help you identify risks at an early stage, ensure the quality of your products, and comply with regulatory requirements. Our expertise contributes to lowering your operational costs, extending the lifespan of your equipment, and reducing environmental impact.

 
Mineral oil

Fuel Testing and Combustion Analysis

Our laboratories offer precise testing and tailored solutions for all relevant mineral oil products as well as biogenic fuels.

Combustion Analysis for Heating and Fuel Oils

  • Light heating oil (HEL): Analysis according to applicable national standards, including parameters such as sulfur content and marker components (e.g. butoxybenzene or Accutrace Plus)
  • Residual fuel oils: Analysis based on international guidelines, focusing on water content, ash content, and contamination

 

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Fuel tests for the highest demands

Fuel Testing for the Highest Standards

  • Diesel fuels: Quality testing according to EN 590, including cetane number, cold flow properties, sulfur content, and microbial contamination such as diesel bug
  • Petrol (spark-ignition fuels): Analysis according to EN 228, focusing on octane rating, oxygen content, vapor pressure, aromatic content, and distillation behavior
  • HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil): Testing according to EN 15940 to ensure purity and usability (e.g. cetane number, cold flow behavior)
  • Pyrolysis oils and BtL products: Analysis of products from pilot plants to assess suitability as a base for fuels or as special fuels, focusing on energy content and purity
  • Biogenic fuel components: Testing of biodiesel and bioethanol as blending components
    • Biodiesel (FAME): Quality control according to EN 14214, focusing on oxidation stability, residual methanol, and other impurities
    • Bioethanol: Testing according to EN 15376 to verify purity and production-related residues

 

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Fuel analyses, special analyses, microbiology

Special Analyses and Microbiology

  • AdBlue quality control: Testing according to ISO 22241-1, e.g. to determine urea content and ensure proper SCR system functionality
  • Lubricant analysis: Evaluation of water content, viscosity, acid or base number, and additive composition
  • Microbiological testing: Identification of microbial contamination that may lead to black sludge or diesel bug in fuels and storage systems
  • Analysis of raw materials and by-products from biodiesel production: We analyze your raw materials and by-products (e.g. glycerine)
  • Pyrolysis oils: Testing of innovative products from pilot-scale facilities

 

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Sampling in mineral oil analysis

Sampling and On-Site Services in Mineral Oil Analysis

  • Sampling: Accredited sampling at fuel stations, from storage tanks, and at supplier locations (e.g. tank trucks or rail tankers)
  • Damage analysis: Root cause identification and support in resolving technical issues, including detection of fuel mixing
  • Consulting: Assistance with regulatory compliance and process optimization

 

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Mineral Oil Analysis, Fuel Testing, Combustion Testing. Your Added Value.

Our services offer clear advantages:

 

  • Standards-compliant testing
    We support you in complying with relevant standards such as EN 228, EN 590, EN 14214, EN 15376, as well as applicable national fuel and fuel labeling regulations.
  • Fast results
    Thanks to our state-of-the-art laboratories, you receive precise analyses in the shortest possible time.
  • Consulting and support
    Our experts help you optimize your processes and comply with legal requirements.
  • Long-term partnerships
    With over 30 years of experience, we are a reliable partner for your quality assurance.

 

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Are you interested in our mineral oil analysis services? Whether for quality assurance during storage, assistance after issues (e.g. customer complaints), sampling, or fuel testing for emergency generators – our team offers extensive expertise. Contact us today to receive a customized offer to ensure the quality of your products. Click here to find your regional contact.

 

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Our Analytical Services

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