Deposits, stickies, scales and contaminations in the pulp mills often causes disturbance and loss of efficiency in the processes and affects the quality of the final products.

To solve problems with, for example, deposits, stickies and contaminations in processes or to find out where stains or defects in products come from, information on what they consist of is necessary. The chemical composition needs to be characterized and identified to solve problems and improve processes.

We have extensive experience in the analysis of this type of samples, we use several different techniques, depending on the sample type, for the identification of components in the samples. The investigations can often be started immediately, without long planning and preparation.

We use several different methods that combine organic analysis, inorganic analysis and microscopy analysis to characterize the sample.

The results are compiled in an analysis report.

Normally within 1-2 weeks, shorter by agreement.

Different fluids and pastes have different thermal conductivities at different temperatures. We perform thermal conductivity measurement on different fluids as well as oils, coolants, colloidal suspensions, aerogels, etc

To determine the thermal conductivity (λ) on different fluids such as oils and pastes.  

Transient Hot-Wire (THW) method according to ASTM D7896-19 for the determination of thermal conductivity, resistivity and diffusivity on different fluids and pastes. The measurements are performed in a temperature range between -50 and 100 °C.

After the measurements have been performed, a report is delivered that describes the test, the procedure, and results.

1-2 weeks after that the material arrived at RISE

The materials need at least 24 hours conditioning before the measurements. It will be done by RISE.

ASTM D7896-19

UNECE R100 is an international standard for rechargeable battery systems for electric vehicles. The standard specifies the requirements for batteries in electric vehicles.

UNECE R100 is a standard that specifies what requirements must be met for rechargeable battery systems in motor vehicles. The standard has existed since 1996 and was revised in 2011 in line with developments in the battery field.

What is the purpose of UNECE R100?

The UNECE R100 standard specifies all the tests that need to be carried out on lithium batteries that are installed in four-wheel electric vehicles. The standard has been developed to harmonize requirements for motor vehicles all over the world. The introduction of UNECE R100 simplifies global trade, while at the same time increasing road safety and protecting the environment.

Below is a brief introduction to what is included in UNECE R100. The general requirements for each element are: no leakage, cracks, fire, or explosion in the battery. The insulation resistance should be maintained.

• Vibration test of batteries

The UNECE R100 vibration test examines the safety of batteries under vibrations similar to those of normal driving.

• Temperature cycling (temperature shock)

Temperature cycling investigates the resistance of the battery to sudden changes in temperature.

• Mechanical shock test

In the UNECE R100 mechanical shock test, the battery is exposed to strong decelerations and accelerations with a sled test machine. The grade of impact is determined by vehicle class.

• Mechanical integrity

The mechanical integrity test evaluates how safe the battery is when subjected to a crash.

• Fire safety test

The fire safety test according to UNECE R100 examines how resistant the battery is to an external fire, such as a fuel fire. How resistant the battery is to short circuits is also examined.

• Overcharge test

The overcharge test according to UNECE R100 examines the performance of the batterys overcharge protection.

• Over-discharge protection

The over-discharge test evaluates the performance of the battery's over-discharge protection.

• Overtemperature protection test

The overtemperature protection test examines the batterys resistance against internal overheating.

• Overcurrent protection

The overcurrent protection test examines the battery's protection performance against internal overheating.

You choose in what way you prefer to follow the tests. You can participate on-site, or you can follow the tests digitally from your regular workplace. Either way, you will be able to give input and interact with the testers along the way.

The test data is delivered in data files. Or if you prefer to receive them in a written test report. 

Welcome to test with us for UNECE R100!

More about batteries

We are happy to help you further in the field of batteries. For further reading, go to our area page for batteries!

UNECE R100

For measuring instruments there are international recommendations, issued by OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology). RISE is appointed as an Issuing Authority for a number of these recommendations and can in that role issue OIML certificates. An OIML certificate can be used in an application for national or regional type approvals.

The purpose of an OIML certificate is to show that the measuring instrument meets the requirements of an OIML recommendation. The OIML certificate can be used in an application for a national or regional type approval.

The process starts when RISE receives an application from the manufacturer. The technical documentation shall be attached to the application.
A special application form is available, and it has a guide to what the technical documentation shall contain.

An evaluation plan is developed by RISE in consultation with the manufacturer to decide what tests are required. The technical documentation and the results of the tests are evaluated. RISE test laboratories can perform testing according to the OIML recommendations

If RISE makes the assessment that the equipment meets the requirements in the actual OIML recommendation, an OIML certificate and an OIML type evaluation report will be issued. The certificate has no specific validity time stated, and will be valid as long as no changes are made to the instruments, and the recommendation is still valid. The OIML type evaluation report compiles the results of various tests and examinations that have been performed.

A first contact with Certification at RISE should be made as early as possible when a product is to be certified.

Our product certification services help you get the right conditions for a successful certification, understand the requirements and plan the process. Read more here

RISE certification rule SPCR 173

OIML R21
OIML R51
OIML R60
OIML R61
OIML R76
OIML R85
OIML R117

RISE has expertise in both cameras and computer vision, which can be used in industrial applications for automating quality inspection and process monitoring.

Visual quality inspection is an essential step in many manufacturing processes, which, if done manually, is often a time-consuming and tiring task with inconsistent performance. While automation through implementation of conventional computer vision systems is sometimes possible, variations in size, shape, and location of the defects is usually too difficult for these systems to handle due to their hand-crafted and rigid detection rules.

Visual process monitoring, such as continuous tracking or positioning of products moving on a conveyor, is associated with similar challenges.

However, with AI-based computer vision, where smart algorithms learn by themselves through training on large image or video datasets, automation of these tasks can now be achieved in a rapidly increasing number of cases.      

Our computer vision service offer consists of four steps, where step 1 and 2 are free of charge: 

1. Initial meeting: Introduction and a general overview of your company's needs and level of preparedness with respect to adoption of a computer vision solution.

2. Factory visit: RISE visits your factory to gain a first-hand understanding of your operational environment. This visit can optionally be combined with the initial meeting (step 1).

   After the visit, RISE will make an assessment of the complexity of your use case and come back to you with a suggestion of how to proceed. For very complex cases, we might suggest initiating a research project, led by RISE, in collaboration with your team and additional partners.

3. Workshop (Price: depends on agreed upon duration): We meet for a detailed discussion to produce 

• a problem and requirements specification:
  • outlining the types of defects/events that the vision system should be able to detect
  • prioritizing the defects/events
  • establishing the minimum performance criteria for the vision system
  • determining how to create an effective inspection/monitoring setup (e.g., whether there is a need for robots, dedicated lighting etc.)
• a data readiness analysis:
  • assessing whether your company is currently collecting data relevant to the computer vision task
  • evaluating how easily the existing data can be accessed and utilized
  • analyzing the quality of the current data to ensure its suitability for the project
  • determining whether there is a requirement for additional data, such as synthetic data 

The outcome of steps 1-3 will form the basis of an detailed implementation plan. In step 4 of our service we carry out this plan, which of course can be broken down into smaller parts (sprints) with clearly defined milestones, to reduce financial risk. 

4. Training and implementation of AI-based computer vision (Price: per agreement, Duration: per agreement): We implement machine vision solutions for defect detection or process monitoring by training state-of-the-art AI algorithms on image or video data partly or entirely collected from your process. A critical aspect of this training involves data labeling, a task that we undertake with input from your company's experts to ensure accurate categorization of, e.g., defects. 

   Note: in this step we also include cases where there already is a vision system installed, but where performance improvements are needed. As an independent research institute, our expertise is not limited to any specific system or software, allowing us the flexibility to work with a variety of platforms and technologies.      

What we can deliver:   

• A data readiness analysis that prepares you for implementation of computer vision
• Implementation of computer vision solutions in your production
• Improvements to existing solutions

Depending on work scope.