EN 15148 Standard Test Method for Determination of Volatile Matter Content in Solid Biofuels

EUROLAB laboratory provides testing and compliance services within the scope of EN 15148 standard. This European standard aims to define the requirements and method used to determine the volatile matter content of solid biofuels.

It is intended for individuals and organizations that manufacture, plan, sell, install or use machinery, equipment, tools and all facilities related to solid biofuels, and all individuals and organizations involved in the production, purchase, sale and use of solid biofuels.

The volatile matter content is determined as the mass loss that is less than that due to moisture when the solid biofuel is heated by cutting off contact with air under standard conditions.

The volatile matter content is determined as the mass loss that is less than that due to moisture when the solid biofuel is heated by cutting off contact with air under standard conditions.

The test is empirical and careful control of the heating rate, final temperature and total time of the test is essential to obtain reproducible results. It is also important to remove air from the solid biofuel during heating to prevent oxidation.

For this reason, it is very important that the crucible lid is seated. The moisture content of the overall analysis sample is determined simultaneously with the volatile matter so that the appropriate correction can be made.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 15148 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.