Energy Testing Laboratory
The energy testing laboratory features state of the art biomass, pellet and panel testing equipment. We are the only fully ALSC/PFI certified pellet testing lab in New England and were one of the first in the United States. Our services include calorimetry, species analysis, thermal conductivity, element analysis, loss on ignition testing (LOI), ash, carbon, total chloride and other energy and chemical testing all performed in accord with national and international standards.
Common Testing
Calorimetry: Calorimetry done to national and international standards using state of the art isoperibol calorimeters.
Thermal Conductivity: Bio-based composite panel and other wall insulation testing done to national standards.
LECO TGA/LOI: TGA of biomass to determine temperature effects in raw materials or ash. Temperature to 1000 degrees C.
Ash Testing: Ash testing is an important quality indicator. We perform ash testing in accord with ASTM D1102. We also do powders and some liquids.
COMMON TESTS AND TEST PACKAGES:
Standard PFI Quality Assessment:
Bulk Density
Dimensions
PDI (durability)
Fines
Inorganic Ash
Moisture Content
Chlorides
Bag Weight
Expanded PFI Quality Assessment:
Standard PFI +
HHV (as received, moisture-free, ash-free)
Biomass Fuel Check:
Ash total C, Si, and other elements for ultimate analysis
LOI of biomass fuel
HHV
Biomass Size Classification
Species identification for pulp chips and biomass
Other Tests:
Fiber thermal conductivity
Panel conductivity
DSC
Physical properties
Shaker size class
Etc, etc.
For more information, contact: Dr. Ling Li at (207) 581-2883 or ling.li@maine.edu
