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Grabner Instruments, a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. has upgraded its top-selling portable vapor pressure tester - the MINIVAP VPXpert. After extensive testing Grabner Instruments has released a new method to test Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) up to 1000 kPa pressure. The MINIVAP VPXpert tests according to ASTM D6897, the Grabner LPG method, which yields results equivalent to the traditional ASTM D1267 bomb method.
The new LPG method is included with all new analyzers. Existing users of the MINIVAP VPXpert can also upgrade their analyzers for LPG testing free of charge. “In our opinion the MINIVAP VPXpert is the best deal for customers. We are continually improving our analyzers by adding new, thoroughly tested methods and features, to give our customers a competitive edge in terms of costs and ease of use,” explains Dr. Oliver Sauer, Director of Marketing & Sales at Grabner Instruments.
Since its market introduction in 2009, the MINIVAP VPXpert has rapidly become the best-selling vapor pressure analyzer, taking the lead in innovation from its predecessors, the MINIVAP VPS and VPSH. The MINIVAP VPXpert is a fully configured “all-in” analyzer, ready for testing Gasoline (ASTM D6378, D5191), V/L ratio (ASTM D5188), Crude Oil (ASTM D6377) and LPG up to 1000 kPa (ASTM D6897). No expensive software or hardware upgrades are required.
The MINIVAP VPXpert was developed by Grabner Instruments, a pioneer and world leader in vapor pressure testing. Grabner Instruments revolutionized vapor pressure testing in 1987 with the launch of the MINIVAP - the world’s first automatic mini-vapor pressure tester that eliminated operator bias and tiresome sample handling that, up to then, had been associated with vapor pressure testing. Over the years, Grabner Instruments has been universally recognized as the worldwide expert in vapor pressure testing, and since 1993, its MINIVAP has served as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s reference instrument for highest-precision vapor pressure measurement.
Download the press release here: MINIVAP VPXpert LPG Press Release
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For more information on MINIVAP VPXpert follow this link: MINIVAP VPXpert Vapor Pressure Tester
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 Grabner Instruments, a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. has introduced a new portable and highly versatile FTIR spectrometer for the fully automatic measurement of gasoline, diesel and biofuel blends. The MINISCAN IRXpert is the first completely portable FTIR fuel analyzer that combines superior scanning range and resolution with the advantages of mid-IR and near-IR spectroscopy for highest measurement accuracy. More than 40 fuel parameters are automatically analysed. Designed as an intelligent, self-learning analyzer that allows an unlimited number of new fuel parameters to be analysed at the push of a button.
In the 1990s, Dr. Werner Grabner, founder of Vienna-based Grabner Instruments developed the IROX, the first portable FTIR spectrometer to measure the concentration of oxygenates in gasoline by mid-IR. With 20 years of expertise and feedback from customers around the world, the new MINISCAN IRXpert reflects a paradigm shift to a new level of quality in fuel analysis. The instrument houses an unique dual-cell design spectrometer that offers an extended wavelength range from mid-IR to near-IR, superior resolution and the ability to analyze multiple fuels with a single instrument. Maximum measurement stability is guaranteed through a temperature-controlled measuring cell and density meter. Unmatched accuracy is ensured through the combination of information from the mid-IR and the near-IR spectrum. Instead of a few selected areas, the MINISCAN IRXpert analyzes the full spectrum and more than 12,000 data points.
 The MINISCAN IRXpert comes fully configured with the ability to test more than 40 important parameters for both laboratory-tested and field-tested fuels. Oxygenates, aromatics, benzene, octane boosters and cetane improvers, and biodiesel content are measured with unprecedented precision. A number of key fuel properties, such as octane and cetane number, vapor pressure and distillation properties are accurately predicted, by utilizing a worldwide sample database and by combining the information from the mid-IR and near-IR spectrum range derived from a high-resolution scan.
 With the worldwide problem of fuel adulteration, the MINISCAN IRXpert was designed from the beginning with flexibility in mind. An unlimited number of new fuel parameters and samples may be added to the analyzer. Advanced chemometrics automatically create an optimum model for these new parameters. With only a few clicks newly measured samples can be added to the database and a new model created.
 MINISCAN IRXpert is genuinely easy to operate. Menu Navigation is done on a robust 8.4” full-color touch screen. The button size has been optimized for operating the analyzer with the fingers. Spectra can be analyzed, zoomed and compared directly on a high-resolution screen. All sample spectra are stored in the instrument database for convenient review. The instrument features WORKS™ – Worldwide Online Remote Control and Services – and offers LIMS data transfer via Ethernet and USB as well.
Download the press release here: MINISCAN IRXpert Press Release (E)
Download the German Presseaussendung here: MINISCAN IRXpert Presseaussendung (D)
Press foto (print free of charge): Press Foto MINISCAN IRXpert
For more information on MINISCAN IRXpert follow this link: MINISCAN IRXpert Fuel Analyzer
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 Grabner Instruments MINIFLASH TOUCH is a uniquely designed portable flashpoint tester that uses the Grabner continuously closed cup method to determine the flash point of petroleum products, liquids and solids. It combines all of the field-proven advantages of the MINIFLASH tester line with a new full color touch screen design.
The MINIFLASH method offers the highest repeatability and reproducibility, an excellent and ASTM proven correlation*) to the D93 Pensky-Martens method and delivers results equivalent to other well known closed cup standards. Typical applications include the fast screening of diesel and jet fuels, the flash-point testing of potentially flammable goods, pharmaceuticals, aroma products, paints, varnishes, engine and lubricating oils, and determining the composition of solid wastes and unknown mixtures of liquid hydrocarbons. The unit’s compact size and rugged housing make it the perfect solution for mobile labs and for military and other demanding applications.
 Ignition Protection Technology™ for safest flash point testing
Ignition Protection Technology™ is intrinsic to the MINIFLASH design. Only 1-2 ml of sample are required for testing the flashpoint - without an open flame! The continuously closed cup design, automatic explosion probing and a controlled air feed protect against fire and offensive fumes – for unmatched safety in flashpoint testing.
 Peltier Protection Technology™ for excellent thermoelectric performance
For a quick sample turnaround and extended instrument life time Grabner Instruments developed Peltier Protection Technology™, an advanced and fast thermoelectric regulation of heating and cooling. This technology permits to extend the measuring temperature to well above 400°C and optimizes Peltier performance and lifetime.
 Combustion Analysis™ for Contamination Analysis and R&D applications
MINIFLASH TOUCH is the first analyzer to visualize the presence of contaminations and small concentrations of flammable compounds in samples by Combustion Analysis™. This advanced graphical analysis gives users the opportunity to follow every millisecond of the flash combustion in unprecedented detail. As such MINIFLASH TOUCH is used for flashpoint testing of contaminated samples, biodiesel fuels and for other difficult applications.
Download the press release here: MINIFLASH TOUCH Press Release (E)
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For more information on MINIFLASH TOUCH follow this link: MINIFLASH TOUCH Flashpoint Tester
*) ASTM Statement on the Grabner Instruments ASTM D7094 standard versus ASTM D93A: “There is no statistically significant bias observed between ASTM D7094 and ASTM D93 Procedure A.”
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Turkish Petroleum Oil Distribution Company (TPPD) relies on a Mobile Fuel Laboratory equipped with Grabner Instruments Analyzers (IROX 2000, IROX Diesel, MINIVAP VPXpert, MINIFLASH FLP, MINIVIS 445, plus an Aquamax titrator and an ASOMA Phoenix II sulfur analyzer) for accurate and fast fuel quality control.
 During the Petroleum Istanbul fair in April 2011, Gasoline and Diesel properties as well as Octane and Cetane rating were tested live and in front of running TV cameras!
Results were on the spot, with TPPD officials stating that "the reliable and good quality of our products is thus evident."
Turkish Petroleum uses the Mobile Lab for frequent inspections at gas stations, to assure quality conformance of fuels. According to TPPD, quality assurance is an expressly voiced request from both, customers and gas dealers. The Mobile Fuel Lab enables TPPD to check the finest contamination levels in fuels. For TPPD this is a very important and useful application, as it can be done on-site and immediately. For more information on the TP Mobile Laboratory follow this link: TP Mobile Laboratory (in Turkish)
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MINIFLASH TOUCH is the latest addition to the GRABNER INSTRUMENTS line of portable flashpoint testers and combines all of the field-proven advantages of the MINIFLASH tester line with a new colorful touch screen design.
The MINIFLASH TOUCH’s large color screen runs on Microsoft® Windows® software and features an intuitive menu navigation that requires no training for flashpoint testing. Along with its convenient touch screen design, the MINIFLASH TOUCH offers an extended temperature range from 0 to 400°C, hassle-free communication with USB, Ethernet, LIMS and PCs, user access control, new flashpoint methods and nearly unlimited storage capacity for programs and results.
One Flash Point Tester for all Applications
 MINIFLASH flash point testers work according to ASTM D6450 and D7094, which give results equivalent to the Pensky Martens ASTM D93*) / EN ISO 2719 and Abel and Tag closed cup methods. The new MINIFLASH TOUCH analyzer features new methods for simulation of EN ISO 3679 and EN ISO 3680 for testing hazardous goods according to transport regulations. MINIFLASH TOUCH facilitates controlling of the parameters heat rate, ignition energy and amount of atmospheric oxygen present in the combustion chamber, through which advanced users can simulate almost any flashpoint method within varying environmental conditions. The new model allows testing at an extended temperature range from 0-400°C and further adds to easy cleaning by introducing a new automatic ignition cleaning method.
Plug & Play
 MINIFLASH TOUCH’s large color touch-screen runs in a Microsoft® Windows® environment. This enables easy networking and data transfer, allows seamless LIMS integration via LAN and full remote operation of the analyzer. Further highlights of the flash point tester are USB data transfer and printer support, intuitive menu navigation and a vast method and data storage. The unique flash point combustion graphics give users the opportunity to follow every millisecond of the flash combustion in unprecedented detail.
Deal with Safety in a Safe Way
Grabner Instruments portable MINIFLASH testers are known for maximum safety, accuracy, speed and ease of use in testing flashpoints of liquids and solids.The extremely versatile analyzers are worldwide standard testers for the petrochemical and flavors and fragrances industry, are widely used for testing compliance with transport regulations and are approved testers for NATO and NAVY for military use. All MINIFLASH analyzers house the safety standard: The Grabner Instruments flash detection method, measuring the instantaneous pressure increase of only 1-2 ml sample inside a continuously closed chamber at flashpoint temperature, eliminating the need of testing with an open flame. The fast thermoelectric cooling after the test saves expensive labor time and is optimized to guarantee best life time of temperature control. MINIFLASH models are available for single tests or with an 8-position autosampler for continuous flashpoint testing.
Download the press release here: MINIFLASH TOUCH Press Release (E)
Deutschsprachige Presseaussendung: MINIFLASH TOUCH Press Release (D)
Press foto (print free of charge): Press Foto MINIFLASH TOUCH
For more information on MINIFLASH TOUCH follow this link: MINIFLASH TOUCH Flashpoint Tester
*) ASTM Statement on the Grabner Instruments ASTM D7094 standard versus ASTM D93A: “There is no statistically significant bias observed between ASTM D7094 and ASTM D93 Procedure A.”
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 GRABNER INSTRUMENTS announces the implementation of new distillation methods in its automatic and portable MINIDIS ADXpert distillation analyzer. The analyzer offers new methods for accurate distillation of BIODIESEL B100 and UNKNOWN SAMPLES, which can now be measured without prior selection of distillation groups.
Thanks to full automation, a fast thermocouple temperature regulation, the small sample size and an accurate volume detection, MINIDIS ADXpert is capable to distill even problematic samples to the endpoint, without erroneous recovery readings. The new method for unknown samples allows measurement of samples without selecting a distillation group. The B100 method is designed for accurate measurements of pure biodiesel. Due to the advanced temperature regulation even “problematic” samples, like mining solvents, condensates and raffinates can be accurately analyzed. The new fully automatic cleaning program automatically removes tenacious residuals, eliminates tiresome manual flask cleaning and guarantees best sample throughput for highest productivity.
The new distillation programs are typical GRABNER INSTRUMENTS style: Select the program, press “RUN” and let the instrument guide you through the distillation process. No prior distillation knowledge is required!
Download the press release here: MINIDIS ADXpert - New Methods Unveilled
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For more information on MINIDIS ADXpert follow this link: MINIDIS ADXpert
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GRABNER INSTRUMENTS introduces the new MINIDIS ADXpert, an automatic, portable and fast mini-distillation analyzer. Reliable and highly precise results make the MINIDIS ADXpert a smart alternative to classical D86 testing. MINIDIS ADXpert has a resolution about twice as good as D86 distillation units, yielding results that are well within ASTM D86 r/R requirements.
MINIDIS ADXpert is an automatic distillation analyzer, designed for laboratory and field use. A distillation run on light products takes just 15 minutes and requires as little as 6 mL of sample. Because of its small size the portable mini-distillation apparatus is the ideal unit for places where limited or no lab-space is available. The analyzer incorporates automatic rinsing, sample introduction and fully automatic cleaning programs, which guarantee highest productivity and eliminate the need to do manual cleaning of glassware.
Ease of Use
 The MINIDIS ADXpert development team focused on several specific design goals: automation, miniaturization and ease of use. The result is a breakthrough in terms of both design and performance. The fully automatic MINIDIS ADXpert allows for precise testing of various gasoline, jet fuel and diesel products (groups 0-4), biofuels, solvents, aromatics, organic liquids, chemical and contaminated or blended samples. Like the D86 method the ADXpert performs a true atmospheric distillation but on a much smaller scale. Thus it requires as little as 6 mL of sample and is much faster. The analyzer incorporates automatic rinsing, sample introduction and fully automatic cleaning programs, which guarantee highest sample throughput and productivity. The compact and portable unit is ideal for labs with little or limited space. With its rugged housing, the small sample volume and the sealed metal distillation cycle, the MINIDIS ADXpert eliminates the need for a fire protection system. Its durable metal sample cups reduce consumable costs by replacing more costly glass flasks.
Short press release (english): MINIDIS ADXpert Press Release (E)
Short press release (german): MINIDIS ADXpert Presseaussendung (D)
Press foto (print free of charge): Press Foto MINIDIS ADXpert
For more information on MINIDIS ADXpert follow this link: MINIDIS ADXpert
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