Gorge Analytical, LLC
Located in the
Columbia River Gorge,
National Scenic Area

Columbia River Gorge

 

 

phone 541.386.0249

 

 

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Services

  • Biodiesel testing
  • ASTM testing
  • EN Testing
  • Ethanol testing
  • Feedstock testing
  • Glycerin testing
  • DEF Testing
  • Metabolite Testing
  • Alternative fuel testing
  • Aerospace testing
  • Test design

 

 

EPA Approved

On September 3, 2010, Gorge Analytical, LLC received US EPA approval for diesel fuel sulfur analysis by ASTM D5453. Gorge Analytical, LLC completed the EPA's rigorous demonstration of precision and accuracy to earn the approval.

In The Industry


Call Center
Gorge Analytical, LLC is named as the NBB Troubleshooting Hotline West Coast Regional Call Center
Contact us at 541.386.0249

Webinars
Gorge Analytical, LLC presented a series of 8 webinars focusing on biodiesel fuel quality. Click here for a pdf of the webinars.

Publications
Gorge Analytical, LLC publishes article on fuel quality in the Feb 2009 issue of Biodiesel Magazine.

Local Science Fair
Gorge Analytical, LLC participated in the second annual Science and Engineering Fair at the Hood River Middle School. Students visited the laboratory and engaged in hands-on learning and interactive discussions of the biofuel lifecycle and its importance in the clean energy industry. Students also explored the intricate robotic components of analytical instrumentation.

Local Support
Gorge Analytical, LLC is collaborating with Tri-County representatives to identify sourcing alternatives for biodiesel co-products generated by local independent producers.

 

Biofuel Testing - Ensuring Quality

The quality of biofuel is critical to performance and acceptance in the market. Gorge Analytical advocates the standards-setting organizations in the U.S. (ASTM ) and Europe (CEN) which have designated requirements for biofuel quality. Gorge Analytical supports its partners to reach the expectations of the BQ9000 metrics ushered in by the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) for consistent biodiesel quality end-users can trust.

As a voting member on ASTM committees that oversee biofuel standards, Gorge Analytical has significant insight and involvement with industry experts. Gorge Analytical strives to facilitate the design of appropriate fuel standards and exceed all quality expectations set by the industry.

HOW WE ENSURE QUALITY

  • Gorge Analytical participates in inter-laboratory proficiency testing three times per year to validate that accurate analytical results are attainable.
  • Duplicate samples are analyzed periodically to demonstrate precision.
  • Analytical method performance is monitored through the use of certified reference standards and through the maintenance of calibrated instrumentation.
  • Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) protocols are followed and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) guide daily operations.
  • Instrument maintenance is performance-based to avoid unnecessary perturbations to sensitive equipment.
  • Annual service contracts with instrument vendors are maintained to benefit from technical support staff insight and to stay informed of technical advancements and method optimization opportunities that can enhance instrument performance and method reliability.
  • Analysts complete instrument-specific training and certification to document proficiency.

     

    By establishing a reputation for fast analytical turnaround, exceptional quality and customer service, Gorge Analytical will earn your trust as your preferred laboratory.


We will advise you if you are ordering unnecessary tests. Some tests should be preceded by other tests during systemization, so ordering them appropriately is an efficient use of your testing budget. We want you to maximize the value of the tests we provide.
The Biofuel industry and all pertinent regulations and developments change faster than most can keep up with.
We'll help by sending out announcements that might affect your business.