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Fri 28 Nov 2008, 16:46 GMT

Bunker course announced for 2009


Event will focus on how properties of marine fuels affect fuel handling, combustion, and cost.

US firm ASTM International has announced that it is to host a technical and professional training course next year which will focus on how properties of marine fuels affect fuel handling, combustion, and cost.

Scheduled for May 5-7 and Oct 27-29, 2009, the course entitled "Marine Fuels: Specifications, Testing, Purchase and Use" will aim to provide a detailed understanding of fuel quality requirements, and why they are necessary for good handling and combustion performance.

Topics include methods of manufacture and blending of various grades; effects of crude source and manufacturing on fuel properties; commercial practices in purchase and delivery; standard specifications used in purchasing; storage, handling and pre-treatment equipment and practices; and operation and functioning of boilers and engines that operate on marine fuel. The course will also feature an inspection tour of a marine-fuel laboratory.

The course is intended for laboratory supervisors, shipping company employees and those dealing with the sale, purchase, trade or use of marine fuels who need to obtain a detailed understanding of fuel quality requirements and why they are necessary for good handling and combustion performance.

The course will be held in Houston on May 5-7 and in San Francisco on Oct. 27-29, 2009.

The $995 fee to attend the event includes copies of all standards and manuals referenced, course notes and transportation to and from the demonstration sites.

To register or for a free brochure, please contact Eileen Finn at ASTM International. The company's contact details have been included below.

Tel: +1 610 832 9686
Fax: +1 610 832 9668
Email: efinn@astm.org
www.astm.org

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