Presentation Profile
Determining Elemental Impurities in Organometallic Matrices with Ease and Confidence
Currently Scheduled: 1/18/2018 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Room: Room 381 C
Main Author
Fergus Keenan - Thermo Fisher Scientific
Abstract:
Quantifying trace elements is important when drilling for and refining crude oils as they can cause catalyst poisoning, damage industrial furnaces and reduce the stability and shelf life of the distillate fractions produced during the refinement process. This process is non-trivial as organometallic matrices can present a challenge for most elemental analysis instruments. Data will be presented on the determination of trace elements in a variety of oils by plasma-based instruments. Relevant figures of merit will be presented, along with tips and tricks for producing accurate, reliable results, even in the highest throughput environments.
