Beta Analytic Inc. services

Test Standards

Natural vs Synthetic Content Testing

ISO/IEC 17025-accredited Beta Analytic provides stable carbon isotope and radiocarbon analyses to determine the percentage of natural versus synthetic content of flavors, additives, coloring, fragrances, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and other chemical components in food, drugs, and beverages.

Water Analysis

ISO 17025-accredited laboratory Beta Analytic provides these services: (1) identify the source of nutrient contaminants (nitrates) or check the health of an aquifer; (2) stable isotope analysis (δ13C, δ17O, δ18O, δ2H); and (3) radiocarbon dating different types of water.

Fuel Tested

Municipal Solid Waste as Source of Renewable Energy

Municipal solid waste is used in several energy-intensive industries as an alternative fuel. Biomass fraction of MSW is determined using ASTM D6866. Beta Analytic continues to provide ASTM D6866 testing to MSW users.

Generating Energy from Sewage Sludge

Sewage sludge is treated to make it safe for agricultural application. Treated sewage sludge produces nutrient-rich biosolids, which are principally used as soil fertilizer. Biosolids and the dried untreated form of sewage sludge are also used as alternative fuels. They are usually co-fired with other fuels like coal, municipal solid waste, wood waste, and agricultural waste. Not all sewage sludge, however, can be incinerated to produce energy. The water content and high levels of inert materials in sludge make its net fuel value relatively low.

Test Standards

Measuring Renewable Content

ASTM D6866 measures biogenic content of solid or liquid fuels and their combustion emissions. The test is an accurate monitoring and verification tool for carbon credit and carbon offsetting strategies. Beta Analytic provides ASTM D6866 testing to various companies as they comply with regulations or take advantage of certain initiatives.