Using the VUV Analyzer™ Platform for Fuels for ASTM D8071 and VHA

Complete characterization of spark engine components in fuel streams requires the use of complex instrumental setups, long GC method run times and careful data analysis with a high degree of oversight. Enter in the VUV Analyzer Platform for fuels analysis which can do bulk analysis of PIONA compounds, certify finished gasoline with ASTM D8071 and is capable of Verified Hydrocarbon Analysis (VHA) which combines the automation and confidence of VUV spectroscopy with the level of details found with DHA.

Presenter: Dan Wispinski (Standard Methods Development Manager, VUV Analytics)

Dan Wispinski is the Standard Methods Development Manager for VUV Analytics. In the years Dan has been with VUV, he has been instrumental in the development and publication of ASTM D8071 for gasoline, ASTM D8267 for jet fuel and the soon to be approved ASTM WK64297 for Verified Hydrocarbon Analysis. Dan’s tenure with multiple international standards boards has helped VUV complete multiple InterLaboratory Studies for each method in record time. Prior to joining VUV Analytics, Dan managed one of Canada’s top fuel testing research labs at InnoTech Alberta, formerly Alberta Research Council. Dan has almost 40 years of experience in refined fuel specifications, biofuels, crude oil and bitumen. He is chairman of the Canadian General Standards Board Petroleum Test Methods Committee and an active member of ASTM, CGSB, IASH, CEN and the Energy Institute Working Group 6.

Presenter: Alan Gallaspy (Application Scientist)