Machinery Lab
The laboratory — which is jointly operated by MARINTEK and the Institute of Marine Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology — is currently amongst the best equipped independent engine laboratories in Scandinavia. Well developed basic installations, highly specialized experimental equipment, instrumentation and data-acquisition systems, and an experienced staff is a crucial asset in providing professional support to our clients. The lab includes:
- Facilities for rig and full scale engine tests
- Fully equipped with auxiliary marine machinery equipment
- Fuel treatment and testing facilities including handling of LNG
Laboratory related activities
Fuel and fuel related testing
- Testing of fuels on behalf of oil companies and ship owners
- Testing effect of fuel additives
- Testing of alternative fuels (e.g. biofuels, hydrogen rich)
- Verification of efficiency of fuel pretreatment system components and system solutions
Engine development and prototype testing (MS & HS)
- Research and development of diesel engine
- Research and development of duel fuel/gas engines
- Prototype testing (long term testing)
Verification services, basis in measurement competence
- Field measurement of exhaust emissions on ships
- Field mapping of NOx emissions, gas turbines
- Verification of efficiency of NOx reduction measures
Various concept development and testing
- Ballast water exchange system
- Long term measurement offshore riser
- Fuel measurement instrumentation
- Development of emergency power supply, base stations
- Testing of alternative engine concepts
- Test of wear in fuel-injection system (pumps and nozzles) for various qualities of fuel
- Tests of a new type of shaft generator
