<h4><strong>Do you use results of chemical analyses as a basis for your decisions and judgements?</strong></h4><p>Those of us working in accredited laboratories or dealing with issues concerning the quality of measurements, would like to inform you about some important changes concerning the way the results of measurements are presented. These changes make it easier for you as an end-user to make correct decisions.</p><h4><strong>Nobody is perfect!</strong></h4><p>Results of analyses cannot be perfect! We hope this does not come as a big surprise to you. We use the term <strong>measurement uncertainty </strong>to describe this lack of perfection.</p><h4><strong>The analytical process</strong></h4><p>In each step of the analytical work, from sampling to the final measurement, deviations from the true value occur and measurement conditions vary. We take measures and perform controls regularly to assure that these deviations and variations together are small enough to make sure the end result fulfils your requirements. When we don’t have full information about all of the steps, e.g. when sampling and initial sample preparation are performed by you as a customer, you can assist us by providing detailed information about how that work was performed. Our experts are ready to advise on all matters regarding sampling. Please contact the laboratory beforehand.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_2_d885f6b051.jpg" alt="Eurachem: The analytical process" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_2_d885f6b051.jpg 139w," sizes="100vw" width="562" height="630"></p><h4><strong>Results should be fit-for-the-purpose</strong></h4><p>The accuracy of the results must of course not be too low nor too high since this would increase the costs. It should be fit for the intended purpose. If you are unsure on what level of accuracy you need, do not hesitate to contact the laboratory.</p><h4><strong>Uncertainty and limiting values</strong></h4><p>Many analyses are made to assure that limiting values are not exceeded. Without information about the measurement uncertainty it may appear to be very easy to make decisions, but these decision may be incorrect, with, e.g. economical consequences when rejecting instead of accepting a product, judicial consequences when returning a verdict of guilty instead of not guilty, or medical consequences when carrying out an unnecessary treatment. There are numerous examples!</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_3_f0ef8edc77.jpg" alt="Eurachem: Uncertainty and limiting values" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_3_f0ef8edc77.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="932" height="453"></p><p>With a realistic measurement uncertainty the information included in the result becomes much more useful.</p><h4><strong>It will be easier to compare results</strong></h4><p>Most laboratories have until now chosen not to state measurement uncertainty in the test report. Instead, such information has only been given when the customer has asked for it</p><p>In the future, information about the measurement uncertainty will appear more frequently in the test report. It is also possible that you will bump into new and unfamiliar quality terms. This is due to the fact that there are new international guides and standards describing a common and partly new terminology. One of the objectives is to make it easier for you as a customer to compare test results.</p><h4><strong>What could it look like?</strong></h4><p>When reporting the test result we will give the normal information about what we have measured. When the results are followed by uncertainty statements, they are presented as intervals within which the true values are expected to lie with a certain level of confidence (usually 95%). In the example below the lead content is 1.65 ± 0.15 mmol·kg-1, that is between 1.50 and 1.80. The measurement uncertainty is also often reported relatively, in %.</p><ul><li><strong>Total lead content (Pb): </strong>1.65 mmol·kg<sup>-1</sup>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Measurement uncertainty:</strong> 0.15 mmol·kg<sup>-1</sup> (9.1%)&nbsp;</li></ul><p>The stated uncertainty is an expanded measurement uncertainty (<i>U</i>). It was obtained by multiplying the combined standard uncertainty <i>u<sub>c</sub></i> with a coverage factor <i>k</i> equal to 2. This corresponds approximately to a 95 % confidence interval.</p><h4><strong>All’s well that ends well...</strong></h4><p>The requirements for a consistent way of reporting test results are increasing. Therefore, those of us involved in measurements are eager to assure ourselves that we understand your needs. You will notice this in your contacts with us before, during and after the test assignment. We hope that you will be satisfied with the final result.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_4_f870b1a7b8.jpg" alt="Eurachem: All’s well that ends well..." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_4_f870b1a7b8.jpg 159w," sizes="100vw" width="713" height="701"></p>

Important information to our customers concerning the quality of measurements

<h4><strong>A comprehensive analysis of renewable fuel testing technologies, automation, and ISO-compliant proximate analysis</strong></h4><p>The growing demand for renewable energy has increased the importance of accurate biofuel characterization. Biomass feedstocks and finished fuels must be carefully analyzed to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with international standards. LECO analytical instrumentation supports this work through automated and highly reliable analytical technologies.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: LECO’s TGA801, used for automated biofuel analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1164" height="435"></p><h3><strong>Automated Proximate Analysis with LECO’s TGA801</strong></h3><p>The<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877"> <strong>LECO TGA801 thermogravimetric analyzer</strong> </a>is designed for automated determination of moisture, volatile matter, and ash content in solid fuels. The system can analyze up to 19 samples simultaneously and combine all three parameters into one automated run, improving efficiency and reproducibility.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: TGA801 system with ceramic turntable and crucibles for ISO 18123 volatile matter determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="860" height="573"></p><h3><strong>Comparison with ISO Reference Methods</strong></h3><p>To validate the performance of the automated TGA801 system, comparative studies were conducted using internationally recognized ISO reference methods. Moisture determination was compared with ISO 18134, ash content with ISO 18122, and volatile matter with ISO 18123. These standards prescribe specific temperatures and analytical procedures, but also permit automated systems if equivalent performance can be demonstrated.</p><p>The comparison included a broad range of materials such as wood pellets, peat, coal, plastics, and waste-derived fuels. Moisture and ash results generated by the TGA801 showed extremely close agreement with the manual ISO procedures. This strong correlation confirms that automated thermogravimetric analysis can provide the same reliability as conventional methods while greatly increasing throughput and reducing labor requirements.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: ISO method crucibles for manual volatile determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1264" height="1145"></p><h3><strong>Volatile Matter Correlation Results</strong></h3><p>For volatile matter analysis, both ISO and TGA procedures measure mass loss during a fixed period at 900 °C. The TGA method introduces an additional heating ramp from the moisture determination step at approximately 105 °C to the higher volatile matter temperature. Despite this procedural difference, the resulting data demonstrated excellent agreement.</p><p>Testing performed on wood pellets showed a strong linear relationship between the ISO and TGA methods with an R² value of approximately 0.94. The maximum deviation observed was only 1.06%, while the average difference between methods was approximately 0.1%. These results confirm the ability of the TGA801 to produce highly accurate volatile matter measurements across a variety of biomass and fuel matrices.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1065" height="967"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg 228w," sizes="100vw" width="1641" height="1120"></p><h3><strong>Advantages of Automated Biofuel Analysis</strong></h3><ul><li>High sample throughput with simultaneous multi-sample analysis.</li><li>Fully automated workflows reducing operator involvement.</li><li>Integrated determination of moisture, ash, and volatile matter in one run.</li><li>Excellent reproducibility and data consistency.</li><li>Strong agreement with ISO reference methods without additional calibration.</li><li>Improved data security and laboratory efficiency.</li><li>Suitable for research laboratories, industrial quality control, and fuel certification.</li></ul><h3><strong>Automate Your Lab Today</strong></h3><p>LECO analytical instrumentation provides a comprehensive solution for modern biofuel characterization. From calorific value determination and elemental composition analysis to ash fusibility and automated proximate analysis, these technologies support both scientific research and industrial production with fast, reliable, and reproducible results.<br><br>The TGA801 demonstrates how automation can significantly improve laboratory efficiency while maintaining full compliance with ISO reference methods. By integrating moisture, ash, and volatile matter analysis into a single automated workflow, the system reduces labor requirements, increases throughput, and enhances data quality.<br><br>As renewable energy continues to expand globally, advanced analytical systems will remain essential for ensuring fuel quality, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving innovation in sustainable energy technologies. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877"><strong>Explore the features of the LECO TGA801 today.</strong></a></p>

Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation

<p><strong>In the week from July 6, the following webinars await you in the field of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectrometry</strong></p><blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinars"><strong>👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</strong></a></h4><p><strong>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database</strong> with over <strong>5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars</strong>.</p></blockquote><h5><strong>1. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Lunch and Learn Tips and Tricks Series: Trace Elemental Analysis (ICP-OES &amp; ICP-MS)</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 7.7.2026 12:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5977">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn practical tips to optimize ICP-OES and ICP-MS performance, improve data quality, streamline troubleshooting and maintenance, and enhance sample preparation for more efficient elemental analysis.</p><h5><strong>2. SelectScience: Expanding the 4D-STEM Toolbox for Advanced Materials Characterization</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 7.7.2026 15:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6318">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Explore how Timepix4 detector technology advances 4D-STEM workflows, enabling high-resolution imaging, data-driven acquisition, and new opportunities in electron microscopy.</p><h5><strong>3. Anton Paar: Microwave Digestion: The Foundation of Accurate Trace Metal Analysis</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 8.7.2026 09:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6321">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Build robust workflows for trace metal analysis. Learn how microwave digestion ensures fast, contamination-free, and complete sample preparation across complex food matrices.</p><h5><strong>4. Wiley: From liquids to solids: expand what your UV-Vis-NIR Spectrometer can do</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 8.7.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6367">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover how the Agilent Cary UV-Vis-NIR spectrometer, together with Specac accessories, enables reliable analysis of liquids, powders, films, pellets, and highly scattering solid samples.</p><h5><strong>5. SelectScience: The next generation ICP-MS designed to wow trace element analysts</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 8.7.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6320">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Upgrade your trace-element analysis. Discover how the new Agilent 9500 ICP-MS eliminates interferences and simplifies method development for complex matrices.</p><h5><strong>6. LECO: Dry Matter and Ash Determination in Wastewater and Sewage Sludge</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 9.7.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6324">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Optimize wastewater analysis. Learn how automated thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) replaces manual drying and ashing steps to determine dry matter and ash in sewage sludge.</p><h5><strong>7. Waters Corporation: Cracking the Code on Nitrogen Methods</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 9.7.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6327">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn the fundamentals of nitrogen analysis for wastewater testing. Explore analytical methods, QA/QC, sample handling, compliance reporting, and troubleshooting for accurate environmental monitoring.</p><h5><strong>8. Agilent Technologies: ICP Expert 7.8: Booming ICP-OES Software Innovation</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 9.7.2026 20:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6368">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover what's new in ICP Expert™ 7.8 and how the latest software innovations can improve data quality, simplify routine operation, and increase day-to-day laboratory efficiency.</p>

Webinars LabRulezICPMS Week 28/2026

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Eurachem is a European network promoting international traceability of chemical measurements and good analytical practice. It provides expert guidance, supports method validation, uncertainty evaluation, proficiency testing, and facilitates discussion on technical and policy issues in analytical quality.

Eurachem

Everything from the world of analytical chemistry in one place. We connect people in solving their problems. At Labrulez you will find all the necessary information easily, quickly and clearly. Stop searching and start finding.

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In 1936, the Laboratory Equipment Company introduced the first rapid carbon determinator for the American iron and steel industry.  Today, almost 80 years later, LECO is recognized globally as a leader in the development of high-quality analytical instrumentation, mass spectrometers, comprehensive two-dimensional chromatography, metallography & optical equipment as well as consumables.

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Separation Science

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Anton Paar

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<p><strong>Conventional chemical analysis requires sophisticated sampling and laboratory instrumentation, which are usually costly and time consuming. There is a trend for chemical analyses to shift from complex laboratory procedures to rapid, simple and non-destructive spectroscopic methods that can be used in the field.  Handheld Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy has the advantage of providing chemical information for rapid in situ site characterization.</strong></p>
<p>Agilent’s portable handheld FTIR spectrometers provide a perfect solution for in-field analysis with great convenience, stability and high-throughput solution to the RMID applications.  This online seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to the FTIR in-field testing technology and Agilent TopScan 4300 Handheld spectrometer.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Yanqia Wang, PhD (Application Engineer, Molecular Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p>
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<p>Dr. Yanqia Wang started working for Agilent Technologies Inc. as a FTIR application Engineer in 2013, providing pre-&amp;post-sale application support. The products he covers from Bench-top FTIR microscopes to various Mobile FTIR spectrometers. Dr. Wang received his PhD of analytical chemistry from Duke University in 2004, doing dynamic IR spectroscopy research. Then he joined Fitzpatrick Center for Photonics at Duke University, doing Tissue Raman spectrometer instrumentation. Since 2007, Dr. Wang worked for Avery Dennison Corp. as a spectroscopist, providing molecular analytical support to the research &amp; development.</p>
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Agilent Technologies: Handheld FTIR for in-field Chemical Analysis

Handheld FTIR for in-field Chemical Analysis

This online seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to the FTIR in-field testing technology and Agilent TopScan 4300 Handheld spectrometer.

<p><strong>As the production and use of solar panels increases worldwide, there is an urgent need to find more effective and efficient photovoltaic materials testing techniques.</strong></p>
<p>During this webinar, we will investigate how FTIR and UV spectroscopy can be used in a number of materials testing areas including material degradation, surface cleanliness, material identification and coating/adhesive thickness and quality analysis. We will also show how parameters relating to these applications can be measured effectively.</p>
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<li><strong>Gain an overview of the 4300 handheld FTIR system</strong></li>
<li><strong>Learn how to analyze photovoltaic material degradation and surface contamination</strong></li>
<li><strong>Understand the importance of material identification and coating/adhesive thickness testing</strong></li>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Donald Inglis (Product Specialist Handheld/Portable FTIR and Raman Systems, Agilent Technologies)</p>
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Technology Networks: How To Test Photovoltaic Cells Using FTIR and UV Spectroscopy Techniques

How To Test Photovoltaic Cells Using FTIR and UV Spectroscopy Techniques

We will investigate how FTIR and UV spectroscopy can be used in a number of materials testing areas.

Test Photovoltaic Cells Using FTIR and UV Spectroscopy

<p><strong>Agilent offers a comprehensive inorganic standard portfolio which includes single and multi-elements certified reference materials.</strong></p>
<p>We have enhanced our website to improve the searchability of instrument and application based elemental analysis standards. Agilent now also offers custom standards for your method specific needs.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Fred Chan (Chemical Standards Product Manager - CSD, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p>
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<p>Frederick Chan is a Chemical Standards Product Manager for Agilent’s Consumables and Supplies Division. He has a chemical engineering degree from University of California, Los Angeles and a MBA from University of Denver. Currently resides in Denver, CO and has been with Agilent for 14 years – in both the consumables and services divisions.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Mitesh Patel (Chemical Standards Product Manager - CSD, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p>
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<p>Mitesh Patel is a Product Manager for Chemical Standards for Consumable and Supplies Division (CSD) at Agilent. Mitesh has 13 years of experience in Chemistry and Material Science field. He has Ph.D. in Chemistry from University of Illinois, Chicago and MBA in Global Management from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.</p>
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Agilent Technologies: Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 2 - ICP-OES/MP-AES/AA

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 2 - ICP-OES/MP-AES/AA

Comprehensive inorganic standard portfolio which includes single and multi-elements certified reference materials.

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio ICP-OES/MP-AES/AA

Agilent Technologies: Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 1 - ICP-MS

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 1 - ICP-MS

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website - ICP-MS

<p><strong>Research and quality assurance labs often must analyze materials on the micro level.</strong></p>
<p>Combining optical microscopy with vibrational spectroscopy can provide a holistic view of the structure and functional relationship of the material and can be used for identifying foreign materials and defects.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Suja Sukumaran (Senior Application Scientist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p>
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<p>Dr. Suja Sukumaran obtained her Ph.D. in Biophysics from JW Goethe University, Germany. Currently, she is an applications scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Suja has worked in the field of spectroscopy for over 17 years. Her FTIR application expertise spans many industries including polymer/chemical, pharmaceutical, forensics, semiconductor, and food industries.</p>
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Thermo Scientific: Sweating the Small Stuff - Spectroscopy on the Micro Scale

Sweating the Small Stuff - Spectroscopy on the Micro Scale

Combining optical microscopy with vibrational spectroscopy can provide a holistic view of the structure and functional relationship of the material.

Sweating the Small Stuff

<p><strong>Solid density, both tapped and skeletal, is an important property used to characterize metal powders and other materials used in the additive manufacturing industry. These properties are important in evaluation of both raw materials and final products.</strong><br><br>The purity and porosity of both powders and solids/extrusions can be readily determined using skeletal density measurements. And the tapped density can be correlated to bulk volume, particle morphology, and powder flow information.</p><p>In this webinar, we will show how these properties can be measured with high accuracy and repeatability for powders through extrusions.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Alyssa Henderson, Ph.D.&nbsp;</p><p><span>Dr. Henderson, a Product Manager specializing in semi-solid and solid density meters/porometers and porosimeters at Anton Paar QuantaTec, brings eight years of experience in materials characterization to the role. With three years of focused experience in porous materials, she possesses a deep understanding of the field. Dr. Henderson earned her Ph.D. in materials physics from Florida State University. She has conducted extensive training for over 200 associates and customers globally, covering gas adsorption, solid density, and related theories, techniques, applications, and instruments. Her expertise is recognized through presentations at major conferences, and she provides daily guidance to researchers on experimental design and data interpretation.</span></p></blockquote>

Anton Paar: Solid Density in the Additive Manufacturing Industry

Solid Density in the Additive Manufacturing Industry

We will show how these properties can be measured with high accuracy and repeatability for powders through extrusions.

<p><strong>Beyond the Surface Add on Module 3 - Indentation and Scratch Applications</strong></p><p><strong>Gain Industry-specific application knowledge</strong> by exploring the diverse applications of indentation and scratch testing techniques across various industries. This four-part series delves into the testing of battery materials, focusing on mechanical properties that enhance durability and efficiency, and the evaluation of medical materials and devices, with a special emphasis on soft materials like stent coatings and contact lenses. Additionally, it covers the performance testing of automotive and aerospace components, highlighting functional coatings such as TiN and the mar resistance of paints. The series also investigates soft materials, including paints, soft polymers, and bio-materials, providing deeper insights through advanced instrumented characterization techniques.</p><h3><strong>March 4, 2025:&nbsp;Battery Materials</strong></h3><p style="margin:7.5pt 0in .0001pt;">This webinar highlights the critical role of mechanical property testing in evaluating the performance and reliability of battery materials, offering real-world examples from various stages of the manufacturing process. Key topics include the durability of electrode coatings, a crucial factor for long-term battery performance, the analysis of particle fracture to ensure structural integrity, and the evaluation of surface property variation, which can impact battery efficiency.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:7.5pt 0in .0001pt;">By the end of this webinar, participants will understand how mechanical testing can optimize battery materials and improve overall product quality.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Mark R Haase</p><p>Mark R Haase is an Advanced Application Scientist at Anton Paar, and has been with the company for six years. They work with many material characterization techniques, including scratch, indentation, tribology, particle sizing, gas sorption, atomic force microscopy, and rheology. Mark supports the use of these techniques in research and industry with training and method development. Prior to joining Anton Paar, Mark's studies included nanocarbon materials and green energy systems.</p></blockquote>

Anton Paar: Beyond the Surface Add on Module 3 - Indentation and Scratch Applications: Gain Industry-specific application knowledge

Battery Materials

This webinar highlights the critical role of mechanical property testing in evaluating the performance and reliability of battery materials.

Indentation and Scratch Applications: Battery Materials

<p><strong>Join us for an insightful webinar in which we'll focus exclusively on the advancements and applications of ICP-OES. Gain in-depth knowledge of how this technique can enhance the workflow efficiency of the analysis of advanced materials samples (including plastic and solid electrolyte) in your laboratory. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the restriction of hazardous substances (RoHS) compliance and electrolyte testing with the latest innovations.</strong></p><p>In the first presentation, we will explore the European Union's &nbsp;RoHS directive limits on specific hazardous materials in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Compliance with RoHS regulations, especially in testing complex materials, such as plastics, poses challenges for manufacturers, importers, and distributors. ICP-OES provides a robust solution for RoHS compliance testing in terms of measurement of Cd, Cr, Pb, and Hg. The presentation highlights the detailed sample preparation and precise element analysis by ICP-OES, featuring Intelligent Rinse technology.</p><p>In the second presentation, we will go on to explore solid-state batteries as an emerging battery technology that uses a solid superionic electrolyte material instead of traditional liquid-phase electrolytes. Learn more about this emerging technology as well as how ICP-OES can provide a simple way to accurately determine contaminants and ensure the quality of the final battery.</p><h5><strong>By attending this presentation, you will learn:</strong></h5><ul><li>Gain a comprehensive understanding of how inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) can perform accurate analysis of hazardous substances in EEE for RoHS compliance testing and in electronic waste (e-waste) for monitoring and research purposes, while improving your laboratory’s efficiency and productivity.</li><li>Gain an understanding of solid-state battery technology and discover how to overcome hurdles while analyzing solid electrolyte using ICP-OES.</li></ul><h5><strong>Who should attend:</strong></h5><ul><li>Analytical chemists working in elemental analysis, materials scientists and engineers working with solid-state electrolytes or batteries, environmental scientists interested in RoHS compliance testing, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, personnel involved in ensuring products meet RoHS or other regulatory standards, researchers in academia, and laboratory technicians and managers.&nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Aimei Zou, Ph.D (Solution Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Singapore)</p><p>Aimei joined Agilent in 2018 as a solution scientist based in Singapore. She received her Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry in 2008. Aimei has over 17 years of experience in method development, covering dynamic technologies from atomic spectroscopy, including ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and AAS, to LC and GC mass spectrometry. In her current role with the Global Solution Development Center, Aimei focuses on developing integrated workflow solutions for food, environmental, and emerging markets.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Ruby Bradford (Application Chemist, Agilent Technologies, Melbourne, Australia)</p><p>Ruby is an application chemist at Agilent Technologies, having worked in the Atomic Spectroscopy Division since 2020. She works frequently on the analysis of fine chemicals using techniques such as ICP-OES and is experienced in method development and sample preparation techniques in the advanced materials sector. She has a particular passion for the booming lithium-ion battery market and promoting a sustainable future through electrification.</p></blockquote>

SeparationScience: Advanced ICP-OES Applications: From RoHS Compliance to Solid Electrolyte Analysis

Advanced ICP-OES Applications: From RoHS Compliance to Solid Electrolyte Analysis

Gain insights into how ICP-OES can optimize workflows for the analysis of complex materials.

ICP-OES Applications: Solid Electrolyte Analysis

<p><strong>In this webinar we will demonstrate the ability to assess a material’s colour using UV-Visible instrumentation. These analyses consist of determining the colour of multiple food dye samples, as well as how to determine the colour difference between samples.</strong></p><p>The United States FDA outlines a list of dyes and alternative pigments which are acceptable for use in food products. As this list is subject to change, some commonly used dyes, like FD&amp;C 3, are being listed as unusable and must be replaced with an acceptable dye within a specified timeframe.</p><p>This can be a huge challenge. For one colour, there can be many alternative pigments, making it harder to select the best replacement dye. To retain the same appearance for a given colour, these new dyes must be vetted and demonstrate minimal difference in appearance. Consequently, a robust method for ensuring the colour of the new system is indistinguishable from the old pigment is needed.</p><p>In this webinar, we will show you how UV-Visible absorption measurements can be used to demonstrate colour analysis process as well as methods of comparison between different red pigments, such as FD&amp;C 3. We will also outline how to determine the optimal conditions to mimic the colour of FD&amp;C 3 through these analyses, indicating how UV-Visible instrumentation can be used to ensure a consistent colour between products when using different dyes.</p><h5><strong>We will cover:</strong></h5><ul><li>How, as the colour of these pigments is observable by eye, these compounds can readily be analysed using UV-Visible techniques.</li><li>How using the measured absorption spectrum of these dyes, the colour of these samples can be ascertained without bias.</li><li>And how the colour difference between two samples can be gleaned, providing a method for assessing how close a replacement dye is to the original pigment.</li></ul><h5><strong>Key learning points:</strong></h5><ul><li>Learn how to determine commonly used colour values through UV-Visible measurements.</li><li>Gain insights into UV-Visible analyses of various sample types (e.g. powders vs liquids).</li><li>Understand methods for determining the best colour match between food dyes.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Jennifer Empey-Kohl (Applications Scientist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Jennifer Empey-Kohl has been with Thermo Fisher Scientific as an Applications Scientist for 3 years where she supports cuvette-based UV-Visible instruments. Prior to this position, she received her PhD in Chemistry from The Ohio State University where she used various spectroscopic techniques to study colloidal nanoparticles.</p></blockquote>

New Food Magazine: Spectroscopic Analysis of Food Dyes: Ensuring Colour Consistency

Spectroscopic Analysis of Food Dyes: Ensuring Colour Consistency

In this webinar we will demonstrate the ability to assess a material’s colour using UV-Visible instrumentation.

Spectroscopic Analysis of Food Dyes: Colour Consistency

<header><h4><strong>Discover Basic Principles and Practical Applications</strong></h4></header><main><div><div><h5><strong>Program</strong></h5><ul><li>Introduction to viscoelasticity</li><li>Principles of dynamic mechanical analysis</li><li>DMA measurement options</li><li>How DMA is used in different industries</li><li>Real-life analysis examples</li><li>Interactive Q&amp;A session</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><p>Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) is a well-established technique for characterizing the mechanical properties of many different materials. These include plastics, adhesives, composites, rubber, coatings, films, and fibers. It is an excellent technique for determining effects such as the glass transition, curing, modulus, damping, viscoelasticity, and vulcanization.</p><h4><strong>What Type of Information Can We Get From DMA?</strong></h4><p>DMA provides quantitative and qualitative information on:</p><ul><li>Young’s modulus and shear modulus values</li><li>Damping characteristics and viscoelastic behavior</li><li>Polymer structure and morphology</li><li>Flow and relaxation behavior</li></ul><p>This type of information is very important for the research and development of new materials, as well as for quality control and failure analysis.</p><p>Are you ready to deepen your understanding of DMA and expand your thermal analysis knowledge? &nbsp;Join our upcoming webinar to learn more about DMA and explore real-life applications in a range of industries.</p><p>Register now to secure your spot, and be sure to prepare your questions for our experts!</p></div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><div style="max-width:1px;width:100%;" id="mediaContainerWrapper_2110920040"><div style="height:1px;width:1px;" data-external-url="" id="mediaContainer_2110920040" data-advanced-option="false" data-width="1" data-height="1" data-video-id="">&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div></div></main><div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><blockquote><div><strong>Presenter: </strong>Angela Hammer (Dr. sc. nat. ETH)</div><p>Dr. Angela Hammer received a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (development of immobilized components for the use in ion-selective electrodes based on polyurethane membranes) from the Institute of Organic Chemistry at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich, Switzerland. She then joined Sika Technology AG in Zurich, Switzerland, as an analytical chemist. In 2007, she joined METTLER TOLEDO and has worked there since as an application specialist for Thermal Analysis. In her present position, she uses, teaches, and supports DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA instruments for the METTLER TOLEDO’s Materials Characterization Group located at the head office in Switzerland.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Mettler Toledo: Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Join this webinar to understand DMA principles, viscoelastic behavior, and practical applications for material testing across industries.