SAI Gulf LLC
Sampling - Analysis - Inspections
SAI Gulf offers various methods of sampling for dry bulk commodities throughout the U.S. Gulf:
- Mechanical Sampling
- Manual Sampling
- Mechanical Part Stream Sampling
- Barge Top Sampling
- Stockpile Sampling
- Railcar Sampling
Our laboratories provide customers with accurate analytical testing using ASTM and ISO methodology with efficient turn-around times. Our laboratories provide a complete range of analytical testing to meet the requirements of all parties involved in a transaction.
- Moisture
- Ash
- Volatile Matter
- Sulfur
- Gross Calorific Value
- Net Calorific Value
- Hardgrove Grindability Index
- Size Consist
- Mineral Analysis of Ash
- Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen
- Plastic Properties of Coal
- Washability Testing
- Oxidation
- Trace Metals
- Mercury
- Bulk Density
- Free Swelling Index
- Shot Content
- Silt Content
- Transportable Moisture Limit
- Ash Fusion Temperatures
We provide the expertise to conduct barge draft surveys for cargoes loaded onto or discharged from hopper barges. Barge draft surveys require knowledge of barge construction, proper survey equipment and awareness of survey conditions to ensure a survey is conducted with a high degree of accuracy.
SAI Gulf offers the following inspection services:
- Vessel Draft Surveys
- Barge Draft Surveys
- Temperature Surveys
- Volumetric Surveys
- Clean Surveys
We are able to provide our clients with accurate inventory accounting by use of the latest technology. By using these technologies, we are able to generate our reports in a timely manner. We offer our clients three different methods of quantifying inventory.
MAINTENANCE
Our maintenance team keeps our systems and equipment running at peak efficiency to minimize downtime.