PAC has released an analyser that is designed to detect traces of fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), more widely known as biodiesel, in aviation turbine fuel.
According to the company, the FAME in Avtur analyser can be used by the average technician and does not require a chemist to operate.
FAMEs are used as blending stock for diesel fuel in refinery applications, and there is concern that other products, using the same production, storage and transport systems, such as aviation turbine fuel, can become cross contaminated with FAME, thus creating problems with jet engine performance.
The FAME in Avtur analyser is specifically designed to be used for routine analysis by refineries, distribution/pipeline companies, independent laboratories, airline companies and the military.
