Lab Testing
Test Options
Mars Mineral maintains a laboratory and pilot scale testing facility to process materials for determining the pelletability of your material. This page describes the various types of tests available and should be used as a guidelline in determining the testwork that you would like performed.
| Description | Research Study | Pilot Scale Development |
|---|---|---|
| Test Results | Success based upon generation of customer-defined pellets, as determined by analysis | Scale up data obtained and/or quantity pelletization |
| Required Quantity of Sample | 5-10 Gallons for disc/drum pelletization; 15-25 Gallons for pin mixer pelletization |
55 Gallons minimum |
| Binders | Water and 2 binder additives; Additional binders will increase fee |
Predetermined binder |
| Equipment | DP-14 Disc/Drum or 8D32L Pin Mixer | P-30 Disc, D-20 Drum or 12D54L Pin Mixer |
| Sample Yield | Jar quantities of green, air dried and oven dried pellets | 2 Gallons or more of pelletized product |
| Special Conditions | None | Milling, pre-treatment, mixing, special feeding, drying, screening, or post-treatment at extra charge |
| Price | Up to $1,500.00 per test | $2,000.00 per day (one day minimum charge) |
Description of Laboratory Fees
The quoted laboratory testing rates are for the use of our facility, equipment, laboratory technicians and supporting personnel. The laboratory testing rate is based upon either a standard test, which includes the Preliminary Evaluation, LookSee Test and a Development Study, or upon a daily rate, as detailed in the Pilot Scale Test.
The Pilot Scale Test is based upon a daily charge, plus additions for optional processing equipment or materials. The daily charge is a minimum charge. The number of days quoted for your project includes estimated time for set up of the pelletizing system, for clean up upon the test completion, special pre or post treatment of materials or pellets (milling, mixing, drying etc.) and for preparation of the test report.
Daily, Overtime and Weekend Rates
The normal daily rate is for an eight (8) hour day 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Time exceeding the normal workday will be invoiced at overtime rates. No overtime will be performed without written authorization by the customer.
Extraneous Supplies
Any special supplies needed for a test, and to be supplied by Mars Mineral, must be authorized by the customer in writing and will be invoiced at our cost plus 10%. All unused supplies will be returned to the customer upon completion of the test.
Forms Required for Testing
Before any testing begins, Mars Mineral must have in its possession, a customer Purchase Order with down payment completed Agglomeration Questionnaire, a Material Safety Data Sheet and a completed Material Return Authorization form.
Acceptance of Materials
Mars Mineral must be notified in advance to the shipment materials to our facility for testing. Mars Mineral must receive a Material Safety Data Sheet at least 2 days prior to the shipment of the material. Written authorization from Mars Mineral must be obtained by the customer prior to shipment or Mars Mineral will not accept the shipment.
Failure of the customer to properly notify Mars Mineral in writing about the properties of the materials will indemnify and hold Mars Mineral harmless from and against any and all claims, suits or other liability whatsoever arising from or connected with any such injury, death or damage.
Return of Materials
Mars Mineral policy requires that all materials shipped to us for testing will be returned to the customer. There are no exceptions. The materials will include unused raw materials, product, off spec material and clean up. A Material Return Authorization form must be completed and returned to Mars Mineral prior to testing.
Arrangements for the return of the materials must be made prior to the test. All charges for the return of the material will be to the customers account and will be invoiced with the testing charges.
In the event that the testing is delayed or partially completed due to reasons beyond the control of Mars Mineral, the material will be held for a maximum of 30 days from the delay date. After 30 days the material will be returned to the customer by freight collect. If the customer refused delivery of the material, it will be disposed of in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet and the customer will be billed for all related costs.
International customers must provide valid United Parcel Service (UPS) or Federal Express shipping account number or Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express information before authorization may be obtained to ship materials to Mars Mineral.
Test Scheduling/Completion
All tests will be scheduled according to the arrival date of all materials and forms. This schedule is tentative and is subject to change. Mars Mineral will notify the customer of the scheduled test date and will make every effort to hold the date selected.
Terms of Payment
The following payment terms will apply to all testing:
- 50% required with the purchase order and completed forms for testing
- 50% required upon completion of the test after invoice by Mars Mineral
- A 1.5% late charge will apply to all accounts over 30 days.
Mars Mineral . P.O. Box 719 . Mars, PA 16046 . tel: 724-538-3000 . fax: 724-538-5078
info@marsmineral.com . www.marsmineral.com