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The laboratory is an integral part of the day to day
operations of the refinery, ensuring that the finished
products meet the highest international standards. Operating
daily on a twenty four hour basis, the Laboratory receives
in approximately 45,000 samples per year from various
production departments. After careful analysis, all results
are forwarded to Operations and Technical departments
(through LIMS System) which in turn issues shipment despatch
instructions confirming that the finished products conforms
to the predetermined standards. As well as production
analysis, the Laboratory also monitors the chemical
treatment of boilers, cooling water and slops. Further
activities carried out by the Lab, includes corrosion
studies relating to the plant and analysis required for
special studies and investigations. More over the Lab issues
Certificate of Quality for all refinery products.
The Laboratory is run by a team of qualified Chemists and
Technicians. Most of them are Saudi Nationals. To maintain
the highest Operating Standards, at regular intervals, the
Technicians and Chemists are sent overseas to participate in
Advanced Training Program. Also the Quality System of Lab is
an integral part of ISO-9002 attribute to its quality
control system and established work practices.
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