Catalyst analysis laboratory
As an industrialist, you wish to carry out the analysis of the catalysts present in your products
Understanding the role of catalysts in industry
A catalyst is a substance that promotes or accelerates a chemical reaction without being consumed or permanently changed by it. These materials are vital in the manufacture of numerous industrial products, including fuels, specialized chemicals, plastics, and pharmaceutical products. Effective catalyst characterization is essential to ensure reaction efficiency and product quality.
FILAB laboratory, specialist in catalyst analysis
Comprehensive catalyst characterization services
To support your R&D and production, FILAB offers a multi-technique approach to catalyst analysis:
- Study of particle size distribution on catalysts to evaluate active surface area.
- Chemical analysis of precious metals (Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium) within catalyst matrices.
- Determination of mercury on palladium catalyst powders using specialized amalgamator techniques.
- Analysis of ruthenium catalyst ash and other residues via ICP-AES or ICP-MS.
Why choose FILAB for your catalyst analysis?
For more than 30 years, FILAB has combined high-level expertise with state-of-the-art analytical equipment to meet complex industrial needs. Our laboratory provides more than just raw data; we offer a tailor-made support system, analyzing your specific industrial problems and advising you through to the final interpretation of results.
Our advanced analytical resources
We rely on a state-of-the-art 5,200 m² facility and a team of over 140 experts to perform detailed catalyst characterization. Our technical resources include:
Why perform catalyst characterization?
Characterizing your catalysts allows you to verify their chemical nature, composition, and morphology (particle size, crystallinity). From processing to final use, it is essential to ensure the conformity of materials and to control the risks of failure, such as poisoning or deactivation.
For more than 30 years, FILAB has had the experience and specific analytical equipment to meet the needs of catalyst analysis. Thanks to a tailor-made support, FILAB laboratory analysis your industrial problems related to catalysts and advises you until the interpretation of the results.
- Study of particle size distribution on catalysts
- Determination of mercury on a palladium catalyst powder by amalgamator
- Chemical analysis of precious metals in a catalyst
- Analysis of ruthenium catalyst ash by ICP-AES
Our FAQ
To obtain a quote, you can contact our team via our contact form, by phone, or by email.
Simply tell us your requirements (type of material, desired analysis, applicable standards, urgency, quantity of samples, etc.). We will then send you a personalized technical and pricing proposal within 24-48 hours.
Turnaround times vary depending on the nature of the analysis and the complexity of the expert assessment project.
However, FILAB is committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your industrial constraints and urgent needs.
The primary goal of catalyst characterization is to understand the physical and chemical properties that govern catalytic performance. This includes measuring surface area, pore size, particle distribution, and the dispersion of active precious metals.
FILAB primarily utilizes ICP-AES and ICP-MS to quantify precious metals like Palladium, Ruthenium, or Platinum. These techniques provide the high sensitivity required to detect trace levels and ensure the correct concentration of active components.
Yes. Through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and surface techniques like SEM-EDX or XPS, we can identify impurities or structural changes responsible for catalyst deactivation, such as carbon coking or heavy metal poisoning.
Absolutely. Particle size directly influences the available active surface area. A finer distribution generally leads to higher catalytic activity, but it must be balanced with stability. We use laser diffraction to provide precise particle size distribution data.
