Marchwood extends scope of accreditation for RDF/SRF analysis

Marchwood has added further RDF/SRF analysis services to its extensive list of UKAS accredited methods. These testing parameters for loss on ignition and determination of biomass by CV and total carbon take the division another step closer towards Cawood’s pledge to support a safer, healthier planet.

‘We are proud to have been recognised for our competency and compliance for these parameters to national and internationally recognised standards,’ said Simon Rudd, Environmental Business Development Manager at Marchwood. ‘To give our customers absolute confidence in Marchwood, we are working towards having all our services fully UKAS accredited. This is another step towards fulfilling that goal.’

Marchwood’s SRF/RDF analytical capability assesses the energy value of waste materials through combustion, giving both a gross and net calorific value figure. The energy is generated from the non-recyclable waste stream prior to processing, which can be assessed both by suppliers of RDF/SRF as well as the energy recovery plant.

‘With the UK’s landfill capacity falling significantly every year, it is becoming more and more important to use wood waste as well as non-recyclable municipal waste, or household black bag material, for energy recovery,’ continued Simon. ‘Not only does our analysis help customers remain compliant, it helps reduce CO₂ emissions. Landfill ultimately should be a last resort, and we are contributing to a safer, healthier planet by helping society reuse waste effectively.’

For more details on our energy recovery services, contact us.