Sampling and Chemical Analysis Services



MTS provides chemical analysis services to quantify mercury in hydrocarbons and a variety of other matrices. Analysis services include specifications for sampling procedures, analytical methods and quality assurance. In addition, MTS provides on-site sampling services in the plant environment. MTS is actively engaged in research on mercury in liquid hydrocarbons. This work is focused on establishing methods for speciation of mercury compounds found in petroleum (crude oil, gas condensate, liquefied gases) and gas treatment fluids (glycol, amines).

A critical question that often arises concerning analysis of mercury in hydrocarbons is how to differentiate organic mercury from elemental or inorganic forms. MTS employs procedures and equipment for analysis that can differentiate the various mercury species. Data are verified using statistical quality assurance techniques. MTS specializes in sampling pressurized petroleum and petrochemical processes.

Analytical data on mercury in hydrocarbons.

Asphaltene and dialkylmercury