Since 45 Years

Accredited testing laboratory for industry and energy

Customized analyses and services for solid and liquid fuels, biochar, carbon products from metallurgy, feedstocks and by-products from power generation. Our experienced experts deliver precise results - fast, customer-oriented and have the know-how to interpret them.

About Us

precise - fast - customer-oriented

We are a DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory that analyzes samples from all over the world at our Gelsenkirchen laboratory and operates in strategic European transshipment ports.

We always act in a customer-oriented manner and are very flexible due to our lean organizational structure and our many years of experience as a testing laboratory and service provider.

Our aim is to respond to your specific wishes and to deliver fast results within the scope of your requirements.

We have the highest ethical standards, demonstrate transparency and aim to create sustainability and added value.

We are happy to help you with our extensive expertise in our specialist areas.

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Laboratory

Analytics

At our laboratory in Gelsenkirchen, we have a wide range of different physical, physical-chemical and chemical test methods.

In addition to classic contract analysis, we offer special analyses with regard to

  • the billing of fuels / fuel costs,
  • the testing of usability / product requirements,
  • product safety / consumer protection
  • the detection of unknown solids
  • and arbitration proceedings.
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Nationwide and LOCAL

Services

We have been active in the North German ports, e.g. Nordenham and Hamburg, and inland ports such as Duisburg since 2009 and offer various services for customers in the areas of

  • thermal power generation,
  • coke production,
  • the steel industry,
  • and freight transportation.

Our aim is to offer innovative, robust and cost-saving services under the principle "Everything from a single partner".

For example:

  • Determining the weight of a barge's cargo,
  • temperature testing of the ship's cargo,
  • manual sampling of the transported goods and
  • and billing analysis.
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You decide

Analytics - Service - Consulting

Do you need an analysis?
Do you need sampling?
Do you need advice?
Do you need analysis, sampling and advice?

Whatever - take advantage of our versatility and contact us
Frequently asked questions

Your questions, our answers

Find answers to your most important concerns quickly.

How do I get a price quotation?

Price information or a quotation can be requested by sending an email to service@ruhr-lab.de or by using the Contact form.

How much sample material is required for the analysis?

You will be informed of the sample quantity required for the analysis as part of the quotation process.

What do I need to consider when packaging the sample?

The sample material must be packed in a watertight container that can be sealed, such as a bucket, bottle or bag. It is essential that the sample is labeled, e.g. sample name or type, date, ID.

How long does an analysis take on average?

The processing time of the samples always depends on the scope of the test and the capacity utilization of the laboratory. An indication is given when the quotation is prepared.

What do I have to consider when sending samples from abroad?

Please send a representative, airtight packed and labeled sample to our sample delivery address.
Important shipping information:

  • EORI number Ruhr Lab GmbH: DE282042256811267
  • VAT ID number Ruhr Lab GmbH: DE313458674
  • Customs tariff number: depending on the sample material
  • Pro Forma invoice: must be enclosed with the sample (value of goods: 1-5 €)
Do you also offer advice on interpreting the analysis results?

Yes, we are happy to help you interpret the analysis results. Contact us

Who do I contact if I have questions about test results?

Our laboratory management will be happy to help. You can reach them at info@ruhr-lab.de.