Flash Point Testing That Supports Petro-Industry Standards


biodiesel blends, low-sulfur fuels, specialty chemicals, and emerging sustainable formulations, flash point results underpin safe handling, product classification, and regulatory alignment. Each instrument is designed to comply with the globally recognized methods that govern the industry:


Flash point testing has always been essential to ensuring safety and compliance in the fuel and chemical industries – but its importance is rising as markets shift toward low-carbon alternatives, blended fuels, and tighter environmental regulations. Laboratories today are expected to deliver accurate, traceable results while protecting operators, handling diverse sample types, and maintaining consistent uptime.


Anton Paar supports these evolving needs with its portfolio of closed- and open-cup flash point testers – the PMA 300/500, ABA 300/500, TAG 300/500, and CLA 5 – trusted across refineries, regulatory organizations, and independent testing labs worldwide.


As product portfolios expand to include


• PMA: ASTM D93, EN ISO 2719 • ABA: ISO 13736, IP 170 • TAG: ASTM D3941, ASTM D56 • CLA 5: ASTM D92, ISO 2592


Modern labs are also balancing increased workloads with heightened expectations for operator safety and efficient, repeatable workflows. Anton Paar’s interchangeable brass or stainless-steel test cups – including Mini-Cup options – support limited-volume samples and diverse testing scenarios often encountered in petrochemical research, certification, and specialty chemical development.


The latest closed-cup models – PMA 500, ABA 500, and TAG 500 – introduce a patented ceramic-coated electric igniter


engineered for long service life. This advancement directly addresses today’s industry pressures:


• Safety: More robust ignition minimizes the risk of performance inconsistencies and supports standard routine operation.


• Regulatory scrutiny: Stable ignition over time helps labs demonstrate repeatability and maintain standards- aligned conditions across audits and certification workflows.


• Operational efficiency: Fewer replacements reduce downtime and allow teams to focus on throughput rather than maintenance.


• Cost management: Longer-lasting components support labs facing tighter budgets and rising operational demands.


The petrochemical sector is evolving rapidly – from fuel diversification to sustainability targets and intensifying regulatory expectations. Reliable, standards-driven flash point testing is one of the pillars that allows the industry to adapt safely and confidently.


“Our customers are navigating more complex


sample matrices and increasingly strict compliance requirements,” says Dr. Andjela Djordic, Product Manager at Anton Paar. “The latest generation of our flash point testers is designed to give them stability and confidence – not just in measurement quality, but in day- to-day laboratory operations. Longer-lasting ignition, built-in safety features, and practical accessories aren’t extras anymore; they’re essential for meeting the challenges of today’s petrochemical landscape.”


By combining proven methodology with modern safety and operational enhancements, Anton Paar flash point testers help laboratories stay compliant, protect personnel, and maintain consistent performance in an industry that continues to evolve.


To learn more about how Anton Paar flash point testers can support your testing workflow, regulatory goals, and operational efficiency, visit our website or contact your local Anton Paar representative.


More information online: ilmt.co/PL/A8Vk 66320pr@reply-direct.com


SVM Series and ASTM D7042: A New Benchmark for Viscosity Testing


To meet today’s demands for efficiency, accuracy, and environmental performance, the petroleum industry is increasingly adopting ASTM D7042 as a reference method for viscosity testing. An alternative to the traditional ASTM D445 glass capillary method – which implies large sample volumes, and long equilibration and analysis times – ASTM D7042 significantly reduces sample and solvent volumes (by up to a factor of 10) and achieves faster temperature equilibration through thermoelectric control.


Based on the SVM principle, the method simultaneously measures dynamic viscosity and density, and calculates kinematic viscosity – providing multiparametric data from a single measurement without the limitations of gravity-based methods.


Anton Paar’s SVM series viscometers are fully compliant with ASTM D7042. The portfolio covers the entire relevant viscosity and temperature range for petroleum applications using a single measuring cell – from -60 °C (for jet fuel and aviation lubricants) to +135 °C (for waxes). According to ASTM- conducted inter-laboratory studies, the SVM viscometers deliver results with equal or higher precision and accuracy than D445. Integrated bias correction formulas deliver D445-equivalent results automatically to ensure consistency between methods.


The versatility of the SVM series is further


Anton Paar’s PMA Series: Precision Flash Point Testing for Modern Fuels


underscored by the acceptance of ASTM D7042 in major specifications, including ASTM D975 and EN 590 (distillate fuels), SAE J300 and J306 (lubricants and gear oils), and ASTM D1655 and D7566 (aviation turbine fuels). The SVM series also measures density in full compliance with ASTM D4052, further expanding its utility across petroleum testing workflows.


Reduced maintenance is another advantage of using an SVM viscometer. With factory calibration and a single measuring cell, the instrument eliminates the need for recalibrating the multiple capillaries and timing devices required by D445.


By combining analytical precision, operational efficiency, and broad applicability, ASTM D7042 – together with the Anton Paar SVM series – sets a new standard for viscosity testing, aligning laboratory practices with modern expectations for consistency and confidence in results.


More information online: ilmt.co/PL/vlOx 66321pr@reply-direct.com


Renewable and synthetic fuels are at the forefront of the global transition toward sustainable energy. As these new fuel types enter the market, knowing their ignition behavior is essential, to ensure safety, maintain quality, and support reliable performance. Among the key safety parameters is the flash point, which measures flammability risk, to guide critical decisions around storage, handling, blending, and transportation.


Anton Paar’s PMA 300 and PMA 500 Pensky-Martens flash point testers deliver precise and reliable flash point measurements for a wide range of fuels. These include fuels derived from sustainable raw materials, such as vegetable oils, waste oils, and residual fats, which are processed into renewable diesel (e.g., hydrotreated or hydrogenated vegetable oil) via hydrocracking or hydrogenation. This category also covers hydrogen-based and fully synthetic fuels, such as gas-to-liquids (GTL), where natural gas is converted into high-quality diesel or gasoline via the Fischer–Tropsch process.


PMA 500 combines advanced features with intuitive operation. The impurity matrix feature allows users to monitor the effects of fuel contamination and estimate impurity concentrations based on measured flash points. PMA 300 offers a cost-effective solution for routine applications, with automated closed-cup testing for ease of use.


Anton Paar’s closed-cup flash point testers are equipped with a unique ceramic- coated electric igniter, which lasts up to 10 times longer than conventional igniters – reducing replacement frequency, minimizing maintenance costs, and improving laboratory performance. Both PMA models feature a fully automatic multi-function head. PMA 500 also includes a status light and achieves 20 % faster cooling times.


By delivering accurate flash point data throughout the research, production, and distribution processes, Anton Paar enables fuel developers to characterize new renewable and synthetic formulations with confidence – ensuring that innovative energy sources meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability.


More information online: ilmt.co/PL/BZq1 66322pr@reply-direct.com


anton-paar.com


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52  |  Page 53  |  Page 54  |  Page 55  |  Page 56  |  Page 57  |  Page 58  |  Page 59  |  Page 60  |  Page 61  |  Page 62  |  Page 63  |  Page 64  |  Page 65  |  Page 66  |  Page 67  |  Page 68  |  Page 69  |  Page 70  |  Page 71  |  Page 72  |  Page 73  |  Page 74  |  Page 75  |  Page 76  |  Page 77  |  Page 78  |  Page 79  |  Page 80  |  Page 81  |  Page 82  |  Page 83  |  Page 84  |  Page 85  |  Page 86  |  Page 87  |  Page 88