Applications
- AN-NIR-022Automated quality control of gasoline using NIR spectroscopy
Determination of gasoline quality parameters such as RON, MON, AKI, oxygenates, benzene, olefins, and aromatics traditionally requires multiple labor-intensive analytical methods. The OMNIS NIR Analyzer Liquid enables rapid, cost-efficient multiparameter analysis in a single measurement while complying with ASTM D8340, ASTM D8321, and ASTM D6122. Combined with the OMNIS Sample Robot M – NIR and pre-calibrated gasoline models, the system supports fully automated, high-throughput quality testing from day one.
- AN-NIR-113Research octane number (RON) determination in isomerate
The standard method to determine RON in isomerate is with expensive and maintenance-intensive engines. In contrast to this, the research octane number can also be analyzed by near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS). NIRS provides accurate results within one minute without the need for any sample preparation or chemicals.
- AN-NIR-114Determination of RON, aromatics, benzene, olefins, and density in reformate by NIRS
The determination of key quality parameters of reformate—namely research octane number (RON, ASTM D2699-19), aromatic content (ASTM D5769-15), benzene content, olefin content, and density—requires time-consuming and laborious conventional methods. In contrast, the Metrohm DS2500 Liquid Analyzer can measure all of these parameters, providing results within one minute without any sample preparation.
- AN-PAN-1052Online process monitoring of octane number during catalytic reforming
In refineries, high octane products are desired since they are used to produce premium gasoline. Catalytic reforming converts heavy naphtha into a high octane liquid product called reformate (a mixture of aromatics and iso-paraffins C7 to C10). The reformate must be constantly monitored to ensure high throughput along the refining process. Traditionally, the octane numbers can be measured by two different methodologies: Inferred Octane Models (IOM) and laboratory octane engine analysis. However, these do not provide «real-time» results and require constant maintenance and human intervention to adapt to current operation conditions. «Real-time» analysis of the octane number in fuels can be performed online via near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) technology, which fits well within the international standards (ASTM). Utilization of a Metrohm Process Analytics NIRS XDS Process Analyzer (ATEX version) in conjunction with a sample preconditioning system makes analysis of the octane number simple, fast, and reliable, allowing quick adjustments to the process for a better quality product and higher profitability.
- WP-054Booster l'efficacité en laboratoire de contrôle qualité ou comment la NIRS permet de réduire jusqu'à 90 % des coûts
La sous-estimation des procédures de contrôle qualité (CQ) est l'un des principaux facteurs entraînant une défaillance interne et externe des produits, dont il est rapporté qu'elle aurait provoqué entre 10 et 30 % de pertes de chiffre d'affaires. En conséquence, bon nombre de normes ont été mises en place pour assister les fabricants dans leur procédure de contrôle qualité. Cependant, le temps de résultat et les coûts associés aux produits chimiques peuvent être parfois excessifs, ce qui conduit de nombreuses entreprises à introduire la spectroscopie proche infrarouge (NIRS) dans leur procédure de contrôle qualité. Cet article montre les possibilités offertes par la spectroscopie proche infrarouge et indique des économies potentielles pouvant atteindre 90 % des coûts.
