Conference Offers Filter Testing Course

July 26th, 2007

To kickoff the “Emission Solutions in Transportation” Conference in Ann Arbor, MI this October, the American Filtration and Separations Society (AFS) is holding seven short courses on October 15, 2007, including “Filter Testing - Engine Emissions and Particle Counting.”

The “Filter Testing - Engine Emissions and Particle Counting” course will provide practical information on testing associated with emissions control. It covers both the measurement of combustion byproducts, e.g., exhaust and crankcase emissions, and with maintaining the integrity of the fuel injection system required to meet emission regulations.

The course will begin with an overview of engine emission testing, including performance, certification, and verification of crankcase ventilation and emission control subsystems. For each gaseous and PM component, its formation mechanism and environmental impaction will be discussed. Instrument, requirements, and operation of measuring these pollutants will be specified. Recent development on regulatory testing procedures for ultra-low emissions will be introduced.

The second half of the course will deal with particle counting diesel fuel and lube oil samples. High pressure common rail fuel injection systems are a key part of emission controls systems and it is critical to protect them from fine, abrasive contaminants. Optical particle counting is the primary measurement tools for contamination control programs. This course will cover the theory of optical particle counting, calibration methods, and specialized techniques for the analysis of diesel fuel and used lube oil samples.

This course will benefit those newer to the field by providing a basic understanding of engine emissions and particle counting. Those involved in the design, testing, and use of aftertreatment systems, as well as those engaged in contamination control and filter media should attend.

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