Fuel
Conidia Debuts Jet Fuel Contamination Test Kit
Simple onsite test provides quick results for fuel storage from tank to wing.
technician using Fuelstat One test kit
The use of Conidia Bioscience's new Fuelstat One test kit should be familiar to anyone who has taken a Covid test. Providing results in half an hour or less, it does not require a laboratory, avoiding time delays and associated expenses.

Conidia Bioscience has introduced a test kit that will rapidly detect microbial contamination in jet fuel. The Fuelstat One test can be used throughout the entire fuel supply chain, from storage terminal to wing tank, offering a comprehensive overview of the fuel's quality.

The simple, rapid lateral flow test can be conducted on free water or fuel phase samples to detect a broad range of microorganisms, with results in less than 30 minutes. According to the company, the test’s function is similar to the now-familiar Covid-19 tests that identify markers of infection. Fuelstat One detects markers of bacteria and fungi that can grow in jet fuel, leading to biofilms and sludge formation that can clog fuel filters and obstruct fuel lines, causing engine malfunctions or failures.

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