Fuel System Testing
Intertek Automotive Research is one of the largest independent
automotive testing companies in the world and is considered a
leader in fuel system testing. Since 1978, Intertek Automotive
Research has worked extensively with the industry in
developing fuel system testing protocols. Our laboratory was
a pioneer in the Evaporative Emissions (Mini-SHED & Micro-
SHED) Testing Field. Today, the testing protocols are used to
evaluate a wide variety of fuel components including valves,
hoses, tubing, connectors, fittings, sending units, caps, plugs,
tanks, and filler necks.
An extensive quality system is in place to ensure high reliability of test data that is in
strict compliance with test methods. Intertek Automotive Research is ISO/IEC 17025
accredited and has received Ford Q1 status.
Fuel Services
Intertek Automotive Research has an extensive • Fuel Compatibility Studies for Fuel System
array of fuel system capabilities: Materials
• Evaporative Emissions Testing (Permeation • Mechanical Property Testing (Tensile
Testing by Mini-SHED and Micro-SHED) Properties, Impact Strength, Flexural
• OEM Fuel Tank & Fill Pipe DVP&R Program Properties, Dimensional Change)
Testing • Helium Tracer Gas Leak Detection Testing
• Extreme Temperature Environmental • On-Board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)
Chambers Testing
• Pressure and Vacuum (P/V) Testing • Over-the-Road Fuel System Durability
• Fuel Recirculation Conditioning • Fuel Tank Deflection Testing
• Fuel Fill Testing • Extensive Elevated Temperature Soak Room
• SAE J1737 Permeation Testing Facilities
• Various Permeation Weight Loss Procedures • Hydrocarbon Speciation Including Gas & Liquid
for Small Tank & Fuel Containers • Chromatography Testing
• Salt Spray Testing • European Witness Tests
Service Benefits Our Experience
• Proven fuel system testing operations and SInce the Clean Air Act of 1963, Intertek
procedures Automotive Research has been among the
• Recognized as a leader in fuel system testing pioneers in vehicle fuel and emission testing
• Consistent and repeatable test results research. Over the years, we have built a wide
• Leadership and involvement in industry and satisfied customer base including the EPA,
testing activities Honda, Nissan, GM, Ford, Chrysler and Isuzu.
• Competitive pricing & individual service Vehicle testing activities include:
• Full Test Program Management • Powertrain and Component Development
Intertek-AR is recognized by the EPA and CARB & Durability
as a qualified testing facility. Our experts are • Competitive Benchmarking Evaluations
familiar with EPA and CARB test protocols from • Fuel and Lubricant Evaluations
conducting current test programs to managing • Fleet Management Services
past surveillance programs performed for the EPA
and OEM customers.
The Intertek Advantage
Intertek Automotive Research is one of the largest Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety
independent automotive testing organizations in solutions serving a wide range of industries around
the world providing testing services since 1953 the world. From auditing and inspection, to
to the automotive and petrochemical industries. testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek
Based in San Antonio, Texas, our customer people are dedicated to adding value to customers’
focused staff has a proven record of being very products and processes, supporting their success
Intertek Automotive responsive to customer needs and special testing in the global marketplace. Intertek has the
Research demands. Our customer base is worldwide and expertise, resources and global reach to support its
consists of the automotive OEM’s, the heavy-duty customers through its network of more than 1,000
5404 Bandera Rd.
engine OEM’s, the OEM suppliers, and the fuel laboratories and offices and 30,000 people in over
San Antonio, TX
and lubricant companies. 100 countries around the world.
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USA
T: +1 (210) 684-2310
For more information please visit: www.intertek.com/automotive/ar-carnot,
F: +1 (210) 684-6074 contact us at:
[email protected], or call: +1 888 400 0084.
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