Materials Testing and Characterisation

The BTX Benchtop XRD/XRF System from inXitu

A very quick video that shows the compact nature and ease of sample loading of the BTX Benchtop X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) and X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) system from inXitu.

Cricket Rolling Simulator at Cranfield University

The Cranfield Cricket Rolling Simulator was designed and built at Cranfield University to study the effect of roller design and soil and turf conditions on rolling effectiveness. Video processing software was developed to track soil movement under different rollers.

The QE65 Pro Spectrometer for Raman and Fluorescence Spectroscopy

The QE65 Pro from Ocean Optics is a versatile spectrometer than can be set up for low level light measurement scenarios like Raman or Fluorescence spectroscopy. Dr. Yvette Mattley runs a couple of quick demonstration to show how the QE65 Pro performs in both these modes.

The AZoM iPhone App - The World of Materials in the Palm of Your Hand

The iPhone app from AZoM.com gives you the world of materials in the palm of your hand. It offers you a totally portable way to locate materials solutions, suppliers and products as well as providing you with the latest materials news, conveniently broken down into categories to suit various industry sectors.

Measuring T1 and T2 Relaxation - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek, shows how to measure T1 and T2 relaxation. There are two types of relaxation spin relaxation and longitudinal relaxation.

D8 ADVANCE X-ray Diffractometer with DAVINCI Design from Bruker XRD

This video shows the novel D8 ADVANCE X-ray diffractometer with DAVINCI design from Bruker AXS. This design is the first all-purpose diffraction solution for X-ray powder diffraction. It is safe to operate and ease to use.

Acton SP2300 Spectrometer from Princeton Instruments

Ed Gooding from Princeton Instruments shows us their Acton 2300 spectrometer that can be fitted with a vast array of detectors. In this demonstration the Acton Sp2300 is connected to the ProEM EMCCD camera and the SPEC-10 CCD, but can be interfaced with most Raman, fluorescence, photoluminescence and optical spectroscopy detectors.

Aquadyne DVS Water Vapor Sorption Analyzer from Quantachrome

This video illustrates the Aquadyne DVS dual sample water vapor sorption analyzer from Quantachrome Instruments. This analyzer can accurately and sensitively calculate desorption and adsorption isotherms of water vapor with least operator involvement.

Flexural Test of Plastic Test Bar Using ADMET eXpert 7601

Flexural test of a plastic test bar using an ADMET eXpert 7601 equipped with MTESTQuattro PC based testing software

Bend/Flex Test on Pipe Section Using 1000HDX System

This video demonstrates a bend/flex test performed on a pipe specimen using 1000HDX testing system from Instron.

Micromeritics - Global Leader in Particle Measurement Instruments

A video clip from Micromeritics which is a global leader in automated particle measurement instruments. These include laser diffraction, sedimentation, electrical sensing zone, surface area, prosity , chemisorption, porosimetry for construction materials and much much more.

X-MAX Silicon Drift Detectors for SEMs and TEM from Oxford Instruments

Del Redfern from Oxford Instruments shows us their X-MAX silicon drift detector, the world's largest area silicon drift detector (SDD). The X-MAX is suited to almost all SEMs and most TEMs and produces the best performance for a SDD with resolution down to 124eV for Manganese and less than 50eV for Carbon. The X-MAX also features high speed analysis, leading to high throughput and excellent data integrity.

Ink Viscometer from Brookfield

This video shows the Ink Viscometer from Brookfield Engineering. The Ink Viscometer is a Waterbase Viscometer designed for the printing market.

Carl Zeiss’ Lightsheet Z.1 Fluorescence Microscope Images Marine Amphipod

This video from Carl Zeiss shows a live imaging of the marine amphipod Parhyale hawaiensis.

Testing the Radial Compression Force of Stents from Zwick

This video shows the testing of radial compression force of stents. Zwick offers a wide range of testing machines for the medical industry.

A Step by Step Guide to SpectraSuite Software for Spectrometer - by Ocean Optics

A tutorial by Ocean Optics demonstrating the basics to teh SpectraSuite software for use with spectrometer. This step by step video guide is very comprehensive for any level user on the use of the SpectraSuite software package.

Problems Avoided using Nitric Acid from Inorganic Ventures

In this video Dr. Brain Alexander from Inorganic Ventures explains the problems avoided which can be avoided using nitric acid.

Interview of Yashuhiko Maekawa on “Game-Changing" LC-MS Systems of EVOQ from Bruker

This video shows the interview of Yashuhiko Maekawa on Game Changing LC-MS system for EVOQ from Bruker.

EMI and EMC Crosstalk Investigations in Time Domain from Agilent

This tutorial video shows the crosstalk investigations in time domain by EMI and EMC from Agilent.

Micro Materials NanoTest Vantage - Comprehensive Nanomechanical Testing Centre

Denise Hoban from Micro Materials tells us about their recently launched NanoTest Vantage nanomechanical testing system. It is a unique instrument that can carry out a number of tests at temperatures ranging from less than 0°C up to 750°C.

Top-Loading Testing with Mecmesin MultiTest-5 xt

This video shows the MultiTest-5 xt top load tester from Mecmesin. The MultiTest-5 xt top load tester is used for top loads, crushing tests and top load tester.

Oxford Instruments Corporate Video

This interesting video presented by its founders shows how the Oxford Instruments company evolved and where it had come from. Coming from small beginnings and growing rapidly through the 70s and 80s, and restructuring due to economic factors and acquisition. More recently they have looked to increase in size using opportunities in nanotechnology, energy, health, security and environmental protection markets using their skills of working at the atomic level.

Powering Innovations in Pittcon 2013

This video shows the technical innovations in Pittcon.

The Zetasizer Nano Particle Characterization System from Malvern Instruments

Ulf Nobbmann from Malvern Instruments shows us through the Zetasizer Nano, which uses dynamic light scattering to determine particle size, as well as being able to determine zeta potential.

Operation of Retiga 2000R Mono CCD Camera in NIS Elements Software from QImaging

This video shows how QImaging Retiga 2000R mono camera with high dynamic range and large field of view runs inside the NIS Elements software.

Basic Force Gauge from Mecmesin

This video introduces Basic Force Gauge (BFG) product from Mecmesin. The BFG is an easy to use, affordable force instrument which can be used along with a wide range of Mecmesin grips and accessories.

NEX QC SERIES Benchtop EDXRF Analyzer from Rigaku

This video shows the NEX QC SERIES Benchtop EDXRF analyzers from Rigaku. This benchtop EDXRF analyzer has the ability to provide rapid, non-destructive and multi-element analyses.

Laboratory Sample Cutter - The Alfa 240-7B from Thwing-Albert

The 240-7B Alfa Laboratory Sample Cutter from Thwing-Albert is a pneumatic air operated cutting machine used for sample preparation. It is used for cutting materials such as paper, cardboard, plastic, film, rubber, textiles, nonwovens, metal foils etc. This short video provides a demonstration of how easy the instrument is to operate.

SZ-100 Nanoparticle Size Analyzer from Horiba

Mark Bumiller from Horiba shows us their latest addition, the SZ-100, nanoparticle size analyzer/characterization system. It is suited to analyzing particles in the sub-micron range. The SZ-100 uses dynamic light scattering (DLS) technology to look at brownian motion to measure particle size.

HR/AM Mass Spectrometer from Thermo Scientific

In this video, Zhiqi Hao, a senior scientist of protein mass spectrometry, delivers a detailed lecture on a technical poster about the Thermo Scientific Q Exactive hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap mass spectrometer.

Background Measurement by LUMOS from Bruker

This video shows the background measurements by LUMOS from Bruker Optics. The LUMOS is a FT-IR microscope with an integrated FT-IR spectrometer.

Mytik Combination Cork Tester from Mecmesin

This video shows Mecmesin’s Mytik combination cork tester. The cork tester is employed for measuring the extraction of force and amount of torque released. The tester measures the torque released from Champagne or sparkling wine, spirit bottle stoppers, and beer corks and extraction of force in wine corks.

The PANalytical XPert Pro Multi Purpose X-Ray Diffraction System (XRD)

PANalytical's Brian Litteer takes us for a tour of their brand new XPert Pro MPD (multi purpose diffractometer) or x-ray diffraction (XRD) system that is suited to industrial and academic materials analysis applications.

ABB Offers MB3600-HP10 FT-NIR Laboratory Analyzer

This video shows ABB MB3600-HP10, a high-performance FT-NIR laboratory analyzer designed and configured for standard hydrocarbon analysis.

Thermo Scientific Niton XRF Analyzer Testimonial by VFM

This video is about Thermo Scientific Niton XRF (x-ray fluorescence) analyzer testimonial by VFM (Vegas Fastener Manufacturing).

Agilent U1273AX OLED Handheld Digital Multimeter

This video shows Agilent U1273AX OLED handheld digital multimeter which is capable of operating in cold temperature down to -40°C.

Interactive Periodic Table iPad App from Oxford Instruments

The interactive and user-firendly Periodic Table of Elements App for iPad from Oxford Intruments is a useful tool for finding elements inside the Periodic Table or for choosing the correct XRF analyzer for an element.

Niton XL3t XRF Analyzers from Thermo Scientific

his video shows the Niton XL3t XRF analyzers of Thermo scientific with embedded GPS system.

ASTM D638 Microtensile Test from ADMET

This video shows the ASTM D638 microtensile test from ADMET. A universal tensile testing machine is needed to carry out this test.

ASTM D4833 Puncture Testing from Admet Test Systems

This video from Admet shows the eXpert 7600 Single Column Testing Machine that performs ASTM D4833 puncture testing.

Demonstration of Weld Analysis from Zwick

This video gives a demonstration on weld analysis from Zwick. First, the welded sample is placed on the scanner and the scan button is pressed.

The ContourGT Series of Optical Profilers Featuring AcuityXR Measement Technology

Ross Smith from Bruker tells us about the all new AcuityXR measurement mode for optical and surface profilers. Introduced at 2010 MRS Fall Meeting, AcuityXR combines hardware and software to provide resolution beyond the diffraction limit. This allows the optical profiler to image features down to 130nm. Acuity XR is available on Bruker's range of Contour GT optical and surface profilers.

Viscosity Reading on Brookfield Viscometer

This video shows quick steps on how to obtain a viscosity reading on a Brookfield Viscometer.

An Adhesive T-Peel Test with an eXpert 7600 Universal Testing Machine

Performing an adhesive T-Peel test according to ASTM D1876 and an Admet eXpert 7600 universal testing machine.

Happy Easter from Zwick Roell

Zwick Roell wishes Happy Easter to all with this amusing video in which Zwick’s material testing systems try their might on Easter eggs and bunnies.

HORIBA Scientific Offers Cathodoluminescence Systems for Electron Microscopy

This video gives a detailed introduction to cathodoluminescence, including HORIBA Scientific’s cathodoluminescence systems for electron microscopy.

I-V curve tracing for diode using the Agilent U2723A SMU

New Nano DSC Technology for Protein Stability

This video shows the new powerful Nano DSC (differential scanning calorimeter) from TA Instruments. The Nano DSC is ideal for measuring thermal stability of proteins in dilute solutions.

Timeline, More than a Century of Experience of PANalytical

This video shows the history of PANalytical. The PANalytical is one of the top suppliers for X-ray instrumentation, applications and services in the world.

Enhanced UL Adapter from Brookfield

This video briefly describes the uses and features of the Enhanced UL Adapter from Brookfield Engineering. The Enhanced UL Adapter can accurately measure Newtonian and non-Newtonian materials.

Rigaku’s Miniflex 600 Benchtop X-ray Diffraction (XRD) Instrument at Pittcon 2013

In this video Tom McNutly, Vice President & General Manager from Rigaku talks about the Miniflex 600 benchtop XRD instrument at Pittcon 2013.

Overview of Master Bond by Max

In this video, Maximus Bond talks about Master Bond products such as adhesives, sealants and coating and their applications in aerospace, optical, electronic and medical industries.

Demonstration of the Ease of Operation of the FEI Phenom Personal Electron Microscope

This video shows just how simple the FEI Phenom personal electron microscope is to use. School children use the microscope to examine some real like samples and demonstrate the user friendly operator interface.

Demonstration of the Operation of the Tru-Blue II Hardness Tester from United Testing

This video provides a live demonstration of how to perform a hardness test using a Tru-Blue II hardness tester from United Testing. It also includes a brief demonstration of how the system can be used to perform tests on multiple parts and produce statistical data.

Metrology Solutions for Various Industries from FRT

This video from FRT demonstrates how their metrology tools can measure the physical surface properties and topographies of a range of materials and components, and how they are relevant to many industries.

Operating Torque Testing for Lipsticks with Mecmesin Vortex-i Torque Tester

This video shows the testing of opening and closing torque of lipsticks using the Mecmesin Vortex-i computer-controlled torque testing system.

Zwick Hardness Testing Machine

This video shows the Zwick hardness testing machine, which is suitable for automated hardness testing.

U1273AX Handheld Digital Multimeter from Agilent

This video shows the U1273AX handheld digital multimeter from Agilent Technologies. The U1273AX is an OLED handheld digital multimeter (DMM) capable of operating down to -40°C. It delivers immediate and accurate results, even in frigid conditions.

Installation and Operation of Buck Scientific Accusys 211 – Part 2

This video demonstrates the installation and operation of Accusys 211 Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) with the CyberLink PowerDirector 9 by Buck Scientific.

Plastic Bend Test - eXpert 7601 eP Digital Controller by ADMET

Flexural test of a plastic test bar using an ADMET eXpert 7601 equipped with an eP digital controller and WinCom Plus software

DMA 500 Digital Density Meter from Anton Paar

This video shows a compact DMA 500 digital density meter from Anton Paar. The instrument is easy to use and provides optional off-the-line operation.

Solenoid Testing by Mecmesin

This video from Mecmesin demonstrates the testing of solenoid using a horizontally mounted MultiTest 2.5-i computer-controlled test system, fitted with a 100N loadcell, and a personal computer.

Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis - 1

This video explains the principles governing laser diffraction particle sizing. The presentation by Malvern Instruments illustrates how a laser diffraction measurement is performed and how particle size distributions are determined.

The G4 Icarus Carbon and Sulfur Analyzer from Bruker XRD

This short video slideshow points of some of the key features of the G4 Icarus carbon and sulfur analyzer from Bruker AXS.

Thermo Scientific SOLA Solid Phase Extraction Cartridge Technology

In this video, Harald Ritchie from Thermo Scientific explains the benefits of SOLA SPE (solid phase extraction) cartridges for highly reproducible and high-throughput analysis.

ZHV30/Zwicki-Line Hardness Testing Machine

This video shows the ZHV30/zwicki-Line hardness testing machine from Zwick Roell. The ZHV30 is a fully automatic hardness tester with closed-loop technology.

Introduction of AutoX750 Automatic Contacting Extensometer from Instron

This video shows the introduction of AutoX750 Automatic Contacting Extensometer from Instron.

Thermo Scientific‘s LC-MS Using TurboFlow Technology

In this video, Dr Tony Edge takes us on a tour of Thermo Scientific‘s LC-MS (liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry) with the help of Turboflow technology.

Sample Preparation for NanoTest by Micro Materials

The Micro Materials NanoTest system is a fully flexible nano-mechanical property measurement system, offering a complete range of nanomechanical and nanotribological tests, including nanoindentation, nano-scratch and wear, nano-impact and fatigue, elevated temperature nanoindentation and indentation in fluids.

Clemex CMT.HD Micro Hardness Tester - Main Features and Capabilities

This video demonstrates the main features and capabilities of the Clemex CMT.HD Micro Hardness Tester

Demonstration of the Misco AMAX 30 Refractometer

Phil Harrip from Scientific Solutions shows us through the Misco AMAX 30 Refractometer. He points out key features and demonstrates the ease of use of the instrument, as well as showing us how repeatable results determined by the refractometer are.

Cryojet5 for X-ray Crystallography

This video shows the new nitrogen jet, Cryojet5 for X-ray crystallography from Oxford Instruments. The Cryojet5 is a cryogenic device and the nitrogen flow is generated using a simple heating element in the base of its leg.

Market Trends in LCMS

In this video, Dipankar Ghosh, Director Marketing, Environmental & Food Safety – LCMS at Thermo Fisher Scientific, discusses the market trends in LCMS at ASMS 2012 in Vancouver, Canada.

SpectroFTIR Alpha Q410 Oil Analyzer from Spectro Inc

Jorge Riveras from Spectro Inc shows us their SpectroFTIR Alpha Q410 oil analyzer. This compact instrument has been specifically designed for looking at oil and fuel samples.

Tensile Testing of Soft Tissue Using BioBath and AVE

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed on the soft tissues using a temperature controlled bath with BioPuls submersible pneumatic grips and an advanced video extensometer (AVE).

Robots Gives a Helping Hand in Automated Concrete Testing

A video clip demonstrating the use of robotics in an automated concrete testing.

Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 Series Gas Chromatograph

This video shows the innovative TRACE 1300 series GC (gas chromatograph) from Thermo Scientific. The TRACE 1300 series GC provides high productivity and reduces cost in QA/QC and routine laboratory applications.

Measuring Contact Angles Using The PG-X Offered by Thwing-Albert

The PG-X from Thwing-Albert is a compact, video-based instrument for measuring contact angles of surfaces. It is able to do the test in a completely nondestructive manner catering for almost all shaped surfaces, with virtually no sample preparation.

Drop Weight Tester HIT230F from Zwick Roell

This video demonstarates the pre-damage of plates made up of composites for compression-after-impact (CAI) tests using the HIT230F drop weight tester from Zwick Roell. The tester's innovative force measurement chain design offers low-noise measured values.

Instron Bluehill 3 Tutorial

This tutorial illustrates the installation of Instron Bluehill 3 materials testing software. Bluehill 3 is the newest version of Bluehill software and is compatible with all Instron 5500 and 5900 series testing systems.

MB3600-CH10 FT-NIR Analyzer from ABB

This video shows the ABB MB3600-CH10, a high performance laboratory FT-NIR analyzer designed for oil, fat and oleochemicals applications.

Guide to Control QImaging Camera with QCapture Pro Software

This videos shows the intricacies of QCapture Pro software which is used to control the QImaging camera.

Mecmesin's Vortex-xt Torque Testing System

This video demonstrates the Vortex-xt torque testing system from Mecmesin. This system can measure the torque very easily and is ideally suited to making routine quality control measurements.

SureTect Real-Time PCR System from Thermo Scientific

This video shows SureTect real-time PCR system from Thermo Scientific, which is used for pathogen detection in food.

Rubber Adhesion Peel Test Performed on eXpert 7601 by ADMET

This test by ADMET peels rubber conveyor belting and measures the average peel force over a 5" section.

The Unitherm 1000 Dilatometer for Thermal Expansion Measurement from Anter Corp

The Unitherm 1000 dilatometer from Anter Corp can measure the thermal expansion of up to 4 samples simulatneously. Using different furnaces it can work in temperature ranges from cryogenic up to 1600°C. Accurate results are ensured through the use of digital displacement transducers.

Capabilities of Instron in Material Testing

This video shows an overview of Instron material testing systems, instruments, and accessories.

Compression Tests on Backbone Implant from Zwick

This video shows compression tests on backbone implant from Zwick. Generally, backbone implants are utilized to replace faulty intervertebral discs in the backbone column.

Tensile Test of Medical Tubing

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed on medical tubing using an Instron model XL (long travel) extensometer.

Developed by Lockheed Martin and distributed exclusively by Spectro Inc, the LaserNet Fines system is a particle counter and particle shape classifier used to characterize wear debris. It features laser imaging and sophisticated software to classify wear particles which is useful in predicting machine failure.

The AXIOS X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectrometer from PANalytical

David Coler from PANalytical shows us through the AXIOS XRF (x-ray fluorescence) instrument that performs elemental analysis. It is suited to applications including industrial process control, in the cement, steel and petroleum industries, as well as research and development applications in both industry and academia.

Compact HomeLab from Rigaku

This video shows the compact HomeLab from Rigaku. It is specially designed for the researchers who want low maintenance and high performance diffractometer or X-ray system with extraordinary experimental flexibility.

Key Features and Capabilities of The Agilent G200 Nano Indenter

The Nano Indenter G200 is the most advanced platform for exploring material properties at the nano and micro scales. Its state of the art motion system speeds sample throughput without sacrificing accuracy. It also conforms to ISO 14577 - 1, 2 & 3; delivering confidence in test accuracy and repeatability.

Stream Acquisition and Multichannel Capture in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video shows the control time-lapse, stage, wavelengths, z series, and stream acquisitions or even run journals by Metamorph software from Photometrics.

Reflected Light Image Registration from Horiba Scientific

This video from Horiba Scientific shows the Raman image and the corresponding reflected light image of Si test structure.

The Gamry Potentiostat - For Accelerated Corrosion Testing

Phil Harrop from Scientific Solutions walks us through the Gamry Potentiostat which is an extremely sensitive device that can be used for corrosion studies. It would be of use to anyone who needs to perform accelerated corrosion testing, such as coating manufacturers or metal manufacturers.

B&W Tek's Educational Video Series Episode 1: Emission Spectroscopy

This video shows the first episode of B&W Tek's Educational Video Series, which focuses on emission spectroscopy.

InfiniiVision 2000 X-Series vs. Danaher Tektronix DPO2000 Oscilloscopes from Agilent

This video compares the working of InfiniiVision 2000 and Danaher Tektronix DPO 2000 oscilloscopes from Agilent.

Demonstration of Texture Analysis of Sausages Using Materials Testing Machine by Zwick

Texture analysis with Zwick materials testing machine zwicki-Line, testing of sausages

Mecmesin’s Touch-Screen MultiText 25-xt

This video shows Mecmesin’s touch-screen MultiText 25-xt force testing stand for tension testing. The testing stand establishes elongation under load and breaking strain in the test samples. The program is selected and started using a touch screen.

The NHT2 Nanoindentation Tester/AFM from CSM Instruments

The NHT2 Nanoindentation tester from CSM Instruments combines a nanoindenter and AFM in one compact, affordable, easy to use desktop unit. This version has been re-designed and now features liquid compatibility, a wider load range and multi sample capability. The use of two video cameras, proving a side view and a top view of the sample eliminate the need for an optical microscope.

The Aflow Extrusion Plastometer from Zwick is used to determination of the melt mass-flow rate (MFR) and the melt volume-flow rate (MVR) of thermoplastics.

ET 02 Gehman Tester from Elastocon

This video demonstrates the ET 02 Gehman Tester from Elastocon. The relative stiffness characteristics of vulcanized or thermoplastic rubbers are determined by this tester.

Heating Bracelet Using Ambrell EASYHEAT 2kW

This video shows the heating of a bracelet using Ambrell EASYHEAT 2kW induction heating system.

Console Components of Model 8404 HMS from Lake Shore

In this video, Dr. Jeffrey Lindemuth from Lake Shore gives a brief tour of the Model 8404 HMS instrument console and the components inside.

Syringe Testing Using Instron Fixture

This video shows the testing of single-use hypodermic syringes using Instron syringe test fixture to meet the test requirements of ISO 7886-1 Annex G.

Demonstration of An Automatic Testing System for Reinforcing Steel by Zwick

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with a Zwick materials testing machines 20 kN and 250 kN with roller straightening machine, scales, rib gage and length measuring for tensile tests on concrete steel according to standards like (DIN 488, JIS 3112, BS 4449, BS 4482, DIN EN 10080, ISO 10606, ASTM E 8, EN 10002, JIS Z 2241)

MB3600-CH20 FT-NIR Chemicals Analyzer from ABB

This video shows the ABB MB3600-CH20, which is a FT-NIR chemical analyzer designed for Ethoxylates, Polyols, Urethanes, Glycols and related chemicals.

Set-up of StreamPix 4 in Dual QImaging Camera

This video is the guide for people using StreamPix 4 with dual QImaging camera.

Thermo Scientific TSQ 8000 Triple Quadrupole GC-MS System

In this video, Jason Cole, GC/MS Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, talks about the launch of TSQ 8000 triple quadrupole GC-MS system at ASMS 2012 in Vancouver, Canada.

Low Volume Nano ITC Cell from TA Instruments

This video shows a low volume Nano ITC (isothermal titration calorimeter) cell from TA instruments. The low volume Nano ITC is designed to offer maximum flexibility and sensitivity for the study of protein binding.

Precession and Resonance - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek gives a brief introduction to precession and resonance in nuclear magnetic resonance.

The LFA 457 MicroFlash Laser Flash Instrument from Netzsch

Bob Fidler from Netzsch Instruments tells about the LFA 457 laser flash instrument used for measuring thermal diffusivity. With knowledge of thermal diffusivilty, thermal conductivity can be calculated.

Set-up of StreamPix 4 in Single QImaging Camera

This video is the guide for people using StreamPix 4 with single QImaging camera.

Versa 3D DualBeam SEM/FIB from FEI

This video shows the Versa 3D DualBeam SEM/FIB (scanning electron microscope/focused ion beam) from FEI. The DualBeam provides more capabilities for advanced material research and development.

Plastic 3-Point Flexure Test - ISO 178

This video demonstrates a 3-point flexure test performed on plastics using a universal testing machine from Zwick Roell.

NTEGRA Aura SPM Platform from NT-MDT - Key Features

The NT-MDT NTEGRA Aura system is a versatile SPM platform can be modified in numerous ways to adapt to various sample types as well as to take different types of measurements.

Fatigue Testing on Badminton Rackets with Zwick’s Servo-Hydraulic Testing Machine

This video demonstrates fatigue strength testing on badminton rackets with ZwickRoell’s servo-hydraulic testing machine. This testing machine is a compact HC table-top testing system, with a testing actuator mounted in the upper crosshead.

The HPR20 Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer from Hiden Analytical

Mark Buckley from Hiden Analytical shows us through the gas sampling HPR20 Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer which is ideal for analysing gases from process lines.

Tensile Tests on High-Strength Yarns with Zwicki-Line Testing Machine

This video illustrates the tensile testing on high-strength yarns with ZwickRoell’s materials testing machine. This single column testing machine is ideal for compression, cyclic and tensile testing up to 5kN.

Utilizing a state-of-the-art CCD detector containing over 3.4 million detector elements, Mie theory, and unique design and data reduction features, the Micromeritics' Saturn DigiSizer II provides an extremely high level of resolution and sensitivity not available in other laser particle sizing systems.

Electrical Sensing Zone Webinar from Micromeritics

Unlike many particle sizing techniques, electrical sensing zone (Coulter principle) data are unaffected by samples composed of particles having an assortment of optical properties, densities, and shapes. Size distribution is determined by analyzing, one at a time, each particle from a representative subset of the introduced sample quantity.

Safety-Belts Testing Using Mecmesin's MultiTest 50-i Force Testing System

This video shows a high force testing of the breaking point of safety-belts using Mecmesin's MultiTest 50-i force testing system. The compressive loads provided by the stand can deliver a tension of 50,000N up to 1000 measurements/s.

Interview with Christian Ravnsborg and Dayfdd Milton of Thermo Scientific

This video features an interview with Christian Ravnsborg and Dayfdd Milton at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Analysing Particles for the Pharmaceutical Industry - ASPEX Rx

This video shows the features of the ASPEX Rx foreign particle analyzer for characterization of particles of pharmaceutical products. The ASPEX Rx is a "dedicated interface" product exclusively designed for the automated detection, counting, and characterization of sub-micron particulate material in the pharmaceutical industry. Developed in conjunction with one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, it represents the only integrated solution for microcontamination quality control on the pharmaceutical production floor.

Capabilities Overview of Oxford Instruments

This video provides an overview of the broad range of products and markets that Oxford Instruments service. These range from high end research to industrial laboratories to quality control in industrial processes. Some of the industries that they cater to include nanotechnology, metals analysis, ROHS, construction, sustainable energy and superconductors.

RetroLine Modernization Solution from Zwick

This video shows a RetroLine modernization solution from Zwick Roell. An electromechanical testing machine is upgraded with the RetroLine solution.

New Nano DSC Walk-Away Automation from TA Instruments

This video shows a powerful, reliable automation for the new Nano DSC (differential scanning calorimeter) from TA Instruments.

Puncture Impact Test on Rigid Plastics Using Instron 9250

This video demonstrates the puncture impact test performed on rigid plastics using Instron 9250 HV (velocity accelerator system).

Bose ElectroForce Series 7 Software with WinTest Control System

This video shows the ElectroForce series 7 software integrated with the WinTest intelligent test control system from Bose. This software has been integrated with the conditional branching capabilities.

Visitec Demonstrate The World's Largest Scanning Electron Microscope

A video clip displaying the world's largest scanning electron microscope from Visitec suited for imaging large objects ranging from metal alloys in car doors to large composite materials.

One of many examples of how C-Therm's (formerly Mathis Instruments) innovative sensor technology is put to use. Video animation of beta prototype system for thermal effusivity online measurement of powder processing in application of endpoint determination in powder blending (homogeneity).

Evolve 512 Delta EMCCD Camera with NIS Elements Software from Photometrics

This video shows the working of Evolve 512 delta EMCCD camera with NIS software from Photometrics.

TruNarc Analyzer from Thermo Scientific

This video shows the handheld TruNarc analyzer from Thermo Scientific. The TruNarc device is a Raman system for quick and accurate detection of suspected narcotics.

Prelude SPLC System from Thermo Scientific

his video shows Jenny Olsen, Senior Product Manager, discussing the latest innovations from Thermo Scientific.

Zwick’s Three-Point Flexure Test on Crispbread

This video shows the three-point flexure test from Zwick Roell being carried out on a crispbread. This three-point flexure test is performed using Zwick’s 5 kN tensile testing machine.

Micromeritics’ MicroActive Data Analysis Software - BET

The MicroActive reporting software - BET from Micromeritics helps users to evaluate isotherm data interactively from the company’s ASAP, TriStar, and Gemini gas adsorption devices. The user can view updated textural properties by just moving calculation bars with the cursor. The software gives one-click access to key important parameters and results can be viewed graphically on the screen.

Ventana 785 Raman Spectrometer from Ocean Optics at Pittcon 2013

In this video Dr. Michael Allen, director of Marketing and Product Development from Ocean Optics talks about the Ventana 785 spectrometer.

Autozero Procedure and Oscillation Check of Brookfield Viscometer

This video shows how to autozero a viscometer and perform an oscillation check. Autozero procedure and oscillation check are summarized in the operator manuals of Brookfield Engineering.

How to Perform a Thread Tensile Test Using ASTM D2256

This video shows how to perform a thread tensile test using the ASTM D2256 from ADMETTestSystems. The ASTM D2256 is a universal testing machine equipped with an ADMET eP2. The thread tensile test is performed to determine the breaking strength and the elongation of a thread. This test measures the tensile properties of a thread by pulling it at a constant speed until it breaks.

Quantachrome demonstrates the Sieving Riffler, which is designed for producing representative samples from significant quantities of materials.

Last part of a 3 part webinar by Micromeritics on physical adsorption. Physical adsorption is a technique used to characterize the surface and pore features of solids, that is, the materials texture. The adsorption isotherm generated by the Physical Adsorption technique enables one to characterize a solids' texture by determining its surface area, porosity, and total pore volume.

Thermo Scientific Redesigns Triple Quad Product Line

This video shows TSQ Product Manager, Mary Blackburn, discussing two new triple quad products, the Thermo Scientific TSQ Endura and the TSQ Quantiva triple-stage quadrupole mass spectrometers.

Overview of Mecmesin's Basic Force Gauge

This video shows the Basic Force Gauge (BFG) from Mecmesin which is a rugged and reliable device ideal for industrial use. It has applications in almost any industry and can be used in three main ways.

The JETVISC Kinematic Viscometer from Rheotek

Mike Fogarty from Rheotek introduces us to their JETVISC kinematic viscometer which has been designed for testing aviation fuels, diesel fuels, hydraulic fluids, transformer oils and other similar materials.

The BX51 Materials Research Microscope from Olympus

Chris Vander Tuuk from Olympus Scientific Equipment shows us the BX51, which is their flagship materials research microscope.

Mecmesin’s Automated Test Solution

This video demonstrates an automatic sample handling using Mecmesin’s force testing stand and a PLC (programmable logic controller). The testing stand is interfaced with an automatic handling system under the control of a PLC to control the force testing.

RF Bond Technology in Hard Sealing Application

This video shows the hard sealing application that utilizes the critical RF bond technology from Ambrell.

Installation of Thermo’s GRAMS/AI Spectroscopy Software

This video shows the installation of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Grams/AI spectroscopy software by Buck Scientific. The company makes use of this Grams software for the UV/Visible and Infra-red spectrophotometers.

The World's First Portable XRD - Terra from inXitu

The Terra is the world's first portable XRD (X-ray diffractometer). It weighs about 15kg and has enough battery power to run for approximately 7-8 hours and features a resolution that is comparable to larger laboratory sized XRD units.

The Flashline Series of Thermal Property Analyzers from Anter Corp

Tony Torsell from Anter Corporation shows us their Flashline Series of thermal property analyzers. These intruments can measure properties such as thermal diffusivity, specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity using laser flash or xenon flash techniques.

Kruess P8000 - High Speed Digital Polarimeter

Krüss High-Speed Polarimeter Series - the fastest polarimeter worldwide. The P8000 series of digital automatic high-speed polarimeters is fast, sturdy, with high accuracy and resolution.

The VHX-1000 Fully Integrated Digital Microscope from Keyence

Sean Gasparovic shows us the Keyence VHX-1000 fully integrated digital microscope system. It includes an optical system designed specifically to work with a CCD, with magnification from 0.1X to 5000X

Lightsheet Z.1 Microscope Images Zebrafish Embryo

This video from Carl Zeiss shows how the 2-day old zebrafish was imaged from four angles and then reconstructed utilizing Multiview registration and fusion software.

Thermo Scientific Technologies for Metabolomics Research

In this video, David Peake, Strategic Marketing Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, highlights the Thermo Scientific technologies for metabolomics analysis at ASMS 2012 in Vancouver, Canada.

Characterizing Wear Particles with the SpectroLNF Q200 Particle Classifier

Jorge Riveras tells about the SpectroLNF Q200, laserNet fines system manufactured by Lockheed Martin and distributed exclusively by Spectro Inc. The SpectroLNF Q200 characterizes wear particles in lubricants such as engine oils, hydraulic fluids and diesel oils. The system images particles and then classifies them by size and shape so that the type of wear taking place cen be identified so that preventative maintenance can be prescribed.

Glimpses of Zwick Roell’s TestXpo 2011

This video takes you through Zwick Roell’s 20th forum for Materials Testing, the testXpo 2011, which was held from 10 to 13 October at Zwick, Germany.

Impact Test on Medical Device Using Instron 9250

This video illustrates the impact test performed on a medical device using Instron 9250 HV (velocity accelerator system).

Installing NIS Elements in Photometrics Camera

This video shows the installation and testing of Photometrics camera in NIS elements software.

Puncture Impact Test on Composite Wood Specimen

This video shows a puncture impact test performed on a composite wood specimen using Instron impact testing system.

HORIBA Raman Academy: Orientational Effects on Raman Spectra

This video from Horiba shows the real-time display of polyethylene and the effects on the Raman spectra of a polyethylene film as a result of stretching.

ZHU/Zwicki-Line Universal Hardness Testing Machine

This video shows the most flexible, versatile ZHU/zwicki-Line universal hardness testing machine from Zwick Roell.

The JEOL NeoScope JCM-5000 Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

Mike Wolfe from Nikon Instruments, the distributor for the JEOL Neoscope JCM-5000 in North America and Canada demonstrates the capabilities if this compact benchtop scanning electron microscope (SEM), which is a natural extension from high end optical microscopes, but offers much better depth of field.

Cr2O3 Thermal Plasma Spraying Demonstration

A video demonstration of showing the process involved in Cr2O3 thermal plasma spraying.

TR Test from Elastocon

This video shows the working of Elastocon TR tester. This tester is used to determine the low temperature characteristics by the temperature retraction procedure.

The MMC 274 Nexus Multi Module Calorimeter from Netzsch Instruments

Dave Shepard from Netzsch Instruments MMC 274 Nexus Multi Module Calorimeter. It is suited to liquids and battery materials. The instrument can employ different modules depending on what type of measurement is required. Modules that can be supplied can perform measurement akin to differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), accelerating rate calorimetry and very fast tracking, to simulate runaway heating.

Tensile Tests on Metals with Makroxtens - Zwick Roell

Zwick Roiell video on Tensile tests on metals with Makroxtens

Basic Calibration of ETher NDE ECT SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter

This video shows the basic calibration of the ETher NDE Eddy Current (ECT) SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter.

The 8500 Field Emission SEM from Agilent Technologies

The 8500 FE-SEM from Agilent Technologies is the first dedicated benchtop field emission SEM on the market. It features a unique lens fabricated using MEMS technology.

Demonstration of Three Viscoelastic Effects

Demonstration three viscoelastic effects using a dyed polyvinyl solution crossed linked with sodium tetraborate. These effects are The Barus Effect, The Weissenberg Effect and The Kaye Effect

How to Perform a Foam Tensile Strength Test by ADMET

This article by ADMET discusses foam tensile strength testing. A foam tensile strength test can be found in ASTM D3574 Test E which applies to slab, bonded, and molded flexible cellular urethane foams. There are many tests in this specification including tests for density, ball rebound, airflow, etc. However, the most common tests in the specification are the mechanical tests that can be performed on a universal testing machine such as indentation force deflection, compression force deflection and tear resistance. This article discusses Test E, the foam tension test.

Sample Charging in the Scanning Electron Microscope and the FEI Phenom

Charging is a common phenomenon when analysing non-conductive materials in a scanning electron microscope. The FEI Phenom personal electron microscope has been optimised to minimise the effects of charging produce the best possible images with minimal operator intervention.

Anton Paar HTR - World's First Fully Automated Rheometer

The Anton Paar HTR or high throughput rheometer is the world's first fully automated rheometer. It can take up to 96 samples and can run for 24 hours non-stop using a robotic arm to load samples.

MB3600-CH30 FT-NIR Laboratory Biodiesel Analyzer from ABB

This video shows ABB’s high-performance FT-NIR laboratory analyzer specifically developed for biodiesel applications.

Interview with Dafydd Milton of Thermo Fisher Scientific

This video features an interview with Dafydd Milton, Product Manager – LC & LC/MS Columns at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Spinsolve NMR Spectrometer from Magritek

This video shows the fast and compact Spinsolve NMR spectrometer from Magritek. This spectrometer is easy to operate, has incredible sensitivity and also user interface software.

The Anter Flashline 4010 Thermal Properties Analyzer

Tony Torsell from Anter shows us their Flashline 4010 instrument for measuring thermophysical properties of materials. This instrument can work up to 1600°C, in air, inert or vacuum atmospheres and can measure 5 samples at once.

The Morphologi G3 Particle Characterization System - Features and Demonstration

Janie Dubois from Malvern Instruments takes us for a tour of the Morphologi G3 particle characterization system. The Morphologi G3 is a microscope based system that analyzes particles based on actual images.

Interview with Andreea Trache - Customer of Photometrics

In this video Andreea Trache, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at Texas A&M Health Science Center discusses TIRF, FSD confocal microscopy and simultaneous atomic force microscopy for live cell mechanotransduction studies.

Demonstration of Push and Turn Testing on Medical Packaging by Zwick

This video shows Zwick-Line Torsion for push & turn tests on pharmaceutical packing.

Biaxial Tension and Torsion Testing on Croc Sandle by ADMET

Using a Croc Sandal this video shows how a Biaxial Universal Testing System can apply tension and torsion at the same time. ADMET eXpert 2610 5Kn-10Nm electromechanical Testing system was used for the test.

Puncture Strength Test on a Dual-Column Universal Testing Machine

This video demonstrates a puncture strength test on a dual-column universal testing machine like tensile / compression tester from ADMETTestSystems. This test is conducted to determine the puncture resistance of any material such as textiles, elastomers, films, etc.

Smart Swap Temperature Control Systems for TA Rheometer

This video from TA Instruments shows quick and easy interchangeability of Smart Swap temperature control systems for TA rheometer.

Introduction of EVOQ LC-TQ Mass Spectrometers

This video shows the global introduction of Bruker CAM's EVOQ LC-TQ (liquid chromatography-triple quadrupole) mass spectrometers at JASIS 2012 in Tokyo.

Inauguration of HORIBA Europe Research Center

This video shows the inauguration of HORIBA Europe Research Center. This state-of-the-art center will continue the long-held tradition of innovation that was started in 1819 with the establishment of HORIBA.

The Niton Handheld XRF Analyzer Range from Thermo Fisher Scientific

The range of Niton Handheld XRF analyzer products from Thermo Fisher Scientific is displayed. These products include the Niton XL2 and the flagship Niton XL3t. Features and applications of both instruments are described. Accessories for making measurements easier and faster in the field are also shown.

Incubation Automation of Cytomat 10 Thermo Scientific

In this video Hema Downey, Incubation specialist talks about the Thermo Scientific Cytomat 10. It is the fastest incubator in the market.

The DR6000 Benchtop Digital Refractometer from Kruess Optronic

Stefan Wegner from Kruess Optronic shows us their range of refractometers paying particular attention to their DR6000 benchtop digital refractometer. The DR6000 features an easy to use touchscreen interface with multiple language facility and PC communications. It can also connect back to the factory for repairs if possible.

DS7800 Density Meter from Krüss

This video demonstrates the operation of DS7800 density meter from Krüss. The DS7800 has a bright touchscreen display with intuitive operation in 6 languages.

Two-Point Flexure Test from Zwick Roell

This video shows the two-point Flexure Test from Zwick Roell being carried out on a plastic film.

FLIR Thermal Imaging Cameras Now Provide Advanced Connectivity

This video shows the FLIR SC8000/SC6000 Series thermal imaging cameras which offer superior thermal measurement performance along with excellent connectivity.

Measurement and Analysis of Antenna Polarization from Agilent

This video shows a lab exercise from the Agilent University Teaching Solutions on how to measure and analyze antenna polarization.

CIA Rebound Test on Composite Laminate Specimen

This video shows the compression after impact (CIA) rebound test performed on a composite laminate specimen using Instron impact testing system.

How X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Works

In this video, x-ray fluorescence (XRF) is explained and how it can be used to identify different materials

Control of Stage Positions by Metamorph Software in QImaging Camera

This video shows the multiple stage positions by Metamorph software in QImaging Camera.

Issues with Water and Biological Growth from Inorganic Ventures

In this video Dr. Brain Alexander and Dr. Paul Gaines from Inorganic Ventures talks about the biological growth in water. Dilutions in water at pH 7 are not for most elements but may be required to prevent chemical reactions of some of the compounds containing the element.

Assembly Process of Brookfield Viscometer

This video shows step-by-step instructions on how to assemble guardleg and lab stand of a Brookfield Viscometer and take first viscosity reading in minutes.

N5392B Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) Compliance Application from Agilent

In this video Alex Bailes, Project Manger from Agilent Technologies Inc. introduces compliance testing support for N5392B Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) standards used in networking applications.

F1 Nose Impact Test at Cranfield Impact Centre

A F1 Nose Impact Test at the opening of the Cranfield Impact Centre with Sir Jackie Stewart O.B.E., Brian O'Rourke and the Williams F1 Team.

Vortex-XT Torque Testing System from Mecmesin

This video shows Mecmesin’s Vortex-XT, a simple-to-use, torque testing system that is specifically designed to improve production line and reduce waste and associated costs.

Cosmetic or Pharmaceutical Applications of CT3 Texture Analyzer

This video shows some examples of Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer applications for specific cosmetic and pharmaceutical samples. A vast array of fixtures and probes make the CT3 Texture Analyzer a flexible instrument that can accommodate a variety of samples and testing needs.

Hydrogen Fuelled Military Vehicles Using Water as Fuel

As petrol prices continue to increase, it is affecting everyone and in particularly the troops fighting in wars. This video shows how the United States military has given Quantum Technologies the task to develop new fighting vehicles based on hydrogen engines. Shows how they make use special polymers with carbon fibres to develop the strength of the vehicles. Testings were done on the tanks firing with different weapons. The vehicles they developed utilize water (H2O) as fuel. An interesting film showing applications of hydrogen engines.

Mining Sample Collection and Preparation Tools from Thermo Scientific

In this video, Thermo Scientific introduces portable, compact and battery-powered sample collection and preparation tools. These tools provide a complete lab-to-field solution for on-site XRF analysis in exploration and mining.

The Use of Atomic Force Microscopy in Imaging Biological Systems

Near field optical microscopy using AFM in combination with laser to produce high resolution images at the nanoscale on samples ranging from quantum dots to biological samples. The focus is on imaging various biological systems.

Lipstick Cantilever Test Using CT3 Texture Analyzer

This video demonstrates the lipstick cantilever test (TA-LC) using the CT3 Texture Analyzer from Brookfield Engineering.

Bose ElectroForce WinTest 7 Software Interface

The ElectroForce WinTest 7 software from Bose is compatible with the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. The software features a fully integrated display and user windows with advanced capabilities like data acquisition, powerful waveform generation, instrument control, conditional branching and security suite.

Spin echoes, CPMG and T2 relaxation - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek talks about the Spin echoes, CPMG pulse and T2 relaxation in Terranova apparatus.

Measuring Closing Force with Universal Testing Machine by ADMET

This test by ADMET measures the force required to close a lid on a travel coffee mug. We used our eXpert 2610 universal testing machine to perform the test, but it would have worked just as well with one of our smaller single column eXpert 7601 or eXpert 5601 testers.

Multi-axis Dynamic Testing Using Control Electronics from Zwick

This video from Zwick shows multi-axis dynamic testing on a quad using control electronics, such as Control Cube servo controller and Cubus testing software.

Measurement Positions in LUMOS from Bruker

This video shows the measurement positions in LUMOS from Bruker Optics. By clicking on the sample the stage is moved to the desired position.

Indentation Force Deflection Test on Polyurethane Foam by ADMET

Video by ADMET demonstrating Indentation Force Deflection (IFD) test on Polyurethane (PU) foam. Custom test influenced by ASTM D 3574.

Thermo Scientific Develops Cell Culture Technologies for Cancer Research

This video shows cell culture expert, Roberta Morris, discussing about cell culture workflow and Thermo Scientific technologies that comprise Low Cell Binding Products and Rapid Flow Filters.

How to Perform an ASTM D2256 Thread and Yarn Tensile Strength Test by ADMET

To determine the breaking strength, elongation, etc. of threads, yarns, or other single strand textiles, ASTM D2256 is by far the most common specification that is followed. This is a relatively simple tensile test whereby thread is pulled at a constant rate of speed until it breaks. This video by ADMET shows how the test is performed.

ZHU topLine Hardness Testing Machine from Zwick

This video shows the ZHU topLine hardness testing machine from Zwick that is customized for universal hardness testing of plastic and metal materials.

Model 8404 Hall measurement system from Lake Shore

In this video Brad Dodrill of Lake Shore, provides an explanation of traditional Hall measurements.

Thermo Scientific Offers Western Blotting Workflow Solutions for Research Applications

This video shows Priya Rangaraj, Western blotting expert, discussing about the entire Western blotting workflow solutions from Thermo Scientific, starting from pre-cast protein gels to the myECL imaging system.

Roughness and Texture Analysis Software from Digital Surf

Mountains Map 6 is the latest generation roughness and texture analysis software from Digital Surf. It is designed to work with instruments such as optical profilometers, confocal microscopes, scanning probe and atomic force microscopes and can deal with samples as large as automotive panels down to AFM size of just a few microns. The latest features of version 6.0 are outlined and a live demonstration of its capabilities provided.

New Standby Power Consumption Measurement Solution from Yokogawa

This video shows Yokogawa’s new standby power consumption measurement software, which together with its market-leading power analyzer, enables users to test according to IEC62301 Ed2.0(2011) standards.

InfinteFocus SL from Alicona - Demonstration

Bryan Kyte from Alicona demonstrates the InfiniteFocus SL surface characterization system.

Rubber Tensile Test Using Instron 3345 System

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed using Instron 3345 System on a rubber specimen. Instron 3345 System is a mechanical testing machine for compression and tension testing.

End Measurement by LUMOS from Bruker

This video shows the end measurement by LUMOS from Bruker Optics. The LUMOS is a FT-IR microscope with an integrated FT-IR spectrometer perfectly matched into its optical design.

This video demonstrates non-destructive testing (NDT) with advanced dimensional inspection process of friction welds by American Friction Welding (AFW). The company uses a combination of robotic and manual quality inspection equipment. AFW performs both NDT and destructive quality testing.

Review of Data by Metamorph Software in QImaging Camera

This video shows the reviewing of multi-dimensional data sets through Metamorph software in QImaging camera.

Mecmesin‘s Entry Level Force Gauge for Tension and Compression Measurements

This video shows Mecmesin’s CFG+, a pocket-sized, lightweight entry level force gauge designed for elementary tension and compression measurements.

On May 22nd 2013 - AZo.TV attended the Tribology and Mechanical Testing Workshop by Bruker Nano-Surfaces at the University of Sheffield. Taking part in workshops and seminars with such experts as Steve Shaffer, PhD - senior applications scientist.

Partica LA 950: Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer from HORIBA

This video shows Mark Bumiller from HORIBA Scientific talking about the laser diffraction particle size distribution analyzer called the Partica LA 950.

Controlling Profile/Ramp Experiments in Linkam Lynksys from QImaging

This video shows how to set-up and record images from QImaging camera in Linkam Lynksys software.

Interview with Bill Becker, Industry Manager Aerospace of Zwick USA - Part 2

Interview with Bill Becker, Industry Manager Aerospace, Zwick USA at the testXpo - 19th Forum for Materials Testing at Zwick in Ulm. This video discusses dynamic and robotic testing in aerospace testing.

Innovative Zwick Solution for Specimen Testing

This video shows testing of sintered metal specimens featuring a short clamped length from Zwick. The clamping length available for insertion in the sample is quite short.

Demonstration of Long Travel Extensometer by ADMET

ADMET Long Travel Extensometer mounted on a eXpert 2600 series dual column testing machine.

Using the FEI Phenom to Validate Semiconductor Samples for Failure Analysis

Validating samples is a time consuming and expensive process when trying to track down defects and reasons for semiconductor failures. Optical microscopes were used to examine samples after each polishing stage, but they do not have the resolution to detect the small defects that are now being produced. With its small footprint, higher resolution and comparable price, the FEI Phenom personal electron microscope is the ideal alternative. It also offers faster sample analysis and imaging compared to many other scanning electron microscopes.

New Features of the i-Raman from B&W Tek

The i-Raman system from B&W Tek has received a number of upgrades recently. Travis Thompson takes a few minutes to outline these upgrades and their benefits to the use.

The Acquity UPSFC Supercritical Fluid System from Waters

Dave Depasquale from Waters introduces us to their UPSFC system that utilizes supercritical fluid chromatography technology which builds on their well established UPLC technology. In doing so he shows us the various components to the system and their functions and outlines the advantages of the SFC technology over more conventional liquid chromatography technology.

Internal Bond Test: Z-Direction Tensile Test from Zwick

This video shows internal bond testing of multi-layered materials such as coated paper, duplex paper, etc.

RGB Slider from QImaging

This video outlines the configuration and uses of the RGB slider module from QImaging.

Barnes HV - 1000 Vertical Honing Machine from Lapmaster

This video shows vertical honing of turbo impellers by Barnes HV-1000 from Lapmaster. This machine is dually designed for general purpose and specialized applications.

eXpert 5600 Dual Column 3-Head Peel Test System

This video demonstrates the working of eXpert 5600 Dual Column 3-Head Peel Test System from ADMET.

Tensile Test on Metals

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed on a metal using an Instron universal testing machine or an extensometry solution.

Materials Analysis with Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS5 FT-IR Spectrometer

In this video, Edwin Stoetzer from Thermo Scientific highlights the superior performance of the Nicolet iS5 FT-IR spectrometer with the award winning OMNIC software in materials analysis.

UNECS-3000A High-Speed Spectroscopic Ellipsometer from ULVAC

This video demonstrates the working of UNECS-3000A is high-speed spectroscopic ellipsometer from ULVAC.

Malvern's Viscotek TDAmax System

In this video, an employee from Malvern Instruments tells us about the Viscotek TDAmax system, which is suitable for characterization of polymers, proteins, copolymers, etc.

Corporate Video of Mecmesin Force & Torque Measurement Systems

This corporate video of Mecmesin demonstrates that Mecmesin is the leading manufacturer of force and torque test equipment for over 30 years.

WT1800 Precision Power Analyzer from Yokogawa

This video shows WT1800 high performance power analyzer, the latest addition to Yokogawa’s test and measurement digital power analyzer product line.

Calculation of Grey Scale Value from Photometrics

This video shows the measurement of grey scale value by using the Mean Variance calculator from Photometrics.

Cytomat 10 Expert Insight from Thermo Scientific

This video shows the demonstration of Cytomat 10 given by Hema Downey. Thermo Scientific Cytomat 10 is a fully automated incubator and storage module for high-capacity cell growth and assay incubation.

Combined AFM and IR Spectroscopy with the NanoIR from Anasys Instruments

The NanoIR system from Anasys Instruments is a unique instrument that combines AFM and IR Spectroscopy. Kevin Kjoller explains how the system works, how they have been able to integrate an atomic force microscope and infrared spectroscope to generate topographical, localised mechanical, thermal and chemical data for polymeric and organic materials.

Triggering with QImaging Camera

This video shows the demonstration of how to connect the external triggering box to the QImaging camera.

Optical 3D Surface Characterization Using InfiniteFocus

In this video, Stefan Scherer, CEO of Alicona Imaging discusses the 3D surface analysis at the high macro, micro and nano level using InfiniteFocus.

Filmed live at ASMS 2012 in Vancouver, Canada, Dr. Alexander Makarov describes recent advances in Thermo Scientific mass spectrometry technology and the development of Orbitrap that has revolutionized research and routine analysis.

The 8400 Series Hall Effect Measurement System from Lake Shore Cryotronics

The 8400 Series Hall Effect Measurement System (HEMS) is Lake Shore Cryotronics latest addition to their range of HEMS that are used to characterize the electronic properties of semiconductors. In particular they are used to determine carrier type, density and mobility as well as their hall co-efficient.

Installation and Operation of Buck’s 205 AAS

This video shows the basic operation and installation of highly sensitive, economical 205 Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) from Buck Scientific.

Fritsch - Disk Mill PULVERISETTE 13 premium line

The premium version of the FRITSCH Disk Mill for efficient fine grinding of hard-brittle to medium-hard solids are more powerful and safer to use the automatic locking of ground coffee and grinding chamber, even easier with a digital slit display and the display of all parameters on a clear display.

Strength of Materials - A Course on the Fundamental Understanding

This is a video course on the strength of materials. The video provides fundamentals to understanding the strength of materials. A good insight into the fundamental knowledge.

MET ONE 3400 Simply Paperless Particle Counter

This video shows the Hach MET ONE 3400 Simply Paperless particle counter from Hach. It eliminates data errors and helps in saving significant amount of time and money.

An In Depth Interview About Zwick Materials Testing

AZoM's Rolf Easto conducts an exclusive interview with Zwick/Roell CEO, Dr, Jan Stefan Roell, who tells us about Zwick, the company, their history and what makes them special. he also tells us about the major changes to material testing over the last 20 or so years, the markets which Zwick operate, as well as challenges and expanding and new markets.

The innoRam Raman Spectrometer from B&W Tek

The innoRam Raman spectrometer from B&W Tek is the first Raman spectrometer to feature an integrated touch screen computer, but can also be used with an external computer. It is an extremely sensitive instrument with excellent resolution despite it's small size.

Demonstration of An Automatic Testing System for Heavy Steel Plates by Zwick

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with materials testing machines 1200 kN and 600 kN for tensile tests on heavy plate for tests according to standards like (ISO 6892,ASTM E8, EN 10002, JIS Z 2241)

TSO-C69c Puncture Testing from Admet Test Systems

This video shows the Admet eXpert 7600 testing machine that performs TSO-C69c puncture testing.

A video by ADMET describing six methods used to test the adhesion strength of pressure sensitive tape according to ASTM D3330.

Testing of Friction Properties on Spaghetti Packaging

This video shows friction properties testing on spaghetti packaging using the zwicki-Line testing machine from Zwick Roell.

Nitric Acid and Mercury from Inorganic Ventures

In this video Dr. Paul Gaines from Inorganic Ventures talks about the mercury in nitric acid.

The Admet DForce Dynamic Mechanical Tester - Fatigue Testing

The DForce from Admet is a low force mechanical testing system capabale of carrying out static and dynamic mechical testing operations. It is suited to fatigue testing biomedical materials such as stents and tubing.

ElvaX ProSpector Portable XRF Analyzers from Elvatech at Pittcon 2013

In this video Ronald Williams, President from Elvatech introduces ElvaX ProSpector, the latest XRF system handheld XRF Analyzers at Pittcon 2013.

Seminar on Characterization of Tribo-System from Bruker

This video from Bruker shows the second part of the Tribology seminar series, wherein detailed information is provided on how to characterize the tribo-system so that all parameters are fulfilled.

The eXpress Personal Scanning Electron Microscope from Aspex Corp

Tim Drake from Aspex Corp shows us the main features of the Personal Scanning Electron Microscope, PSEM eXpress, which is designed for rapid sample analysis. In particular, this compact benchtop SEM features a large sample chamber and easy loading mechanism.

Multiwave ECO from Anton Paar

This video shows the Multiwave ECO from Anton Paar. The Multiwave ECO is a quick and convenient microwave digestion system.

TCi Thermal Conductivity Analyzer - nanoComposix Testimonial by C-Therm

Dr. Steven Oldenburg of nanoComposix speaks to why he selected the C-Therm TCi for his thermal conductivity testing needs at zero gravity on-board a NASA aircraft.

The N8 Neos Atomic Force Microscope from Bruker XRD

Dave Sampson from Bruker AXS shows us through their new N8 NEOS atomic force microscope. The N8 NEOS combines optical microscopy and Scanning Probe Microscopy in a single, optimized set - up.

Master Bond Polymer System EP21TCHT-1

This video shows a polymer system, EP21TCHT-1 from Master Bond. EP21TCHT-1 is a two component, room temperature curing, thermally conductive, electrically insulating, and heat resistant epoxy compound for high performance bonding and sealing.

Talyseries Roughness System from Taylor Hobson

This video shows the demonstration of the Talyseries Roughness System from Taylor Hobson.

The Cilas 1180 Laser Particle Size Analyzer - Key Features

Richard Nameth from Cilas demonstrates the key features of the Cilas 1180 laser particle size analyzer. The Cilas 1180 is a 3 laser particle size analyzer suited to the pharmaceuticals, cement, chemical and geological industries to name but a few. It can detect particle sizes between .04 and 2500 microns.

Wireless Remote Sensor for Mechanical Stress Measurement

A video clip showing how a remote senor is made to test mechanical stress on a helicopter rotor component. This remote sensor is wireless, transmits without a power source with an embedded strain gauge measurement chip and a piezoelectric device allowing the measurement of the loads on the rotor component. As these components are designed for use miltary helicopters, they were designed to tell designers about the different stress levels encountered during aggressive manoevres. Read More

Nicolet iS50 FT-IR with One-Touch Operation from Thermo Scientific

This video describes the Nicolet iS50 FT-IR from Thermo Scientific. The Nicolet iS50, featuring purpose-built accessories and integrated software, is an all-in-one materials analysis workstation designed to help solve analytical challenges with ease.

Using Water to Create More Powerful and Smaller Semiconductor Chips

As consumers requires faster gadgets and instruments there is a need for more smaller faster chips. Lithography is the key to making chips smaller. A new technology called Immersion is making more powerful semiconductor chips using water in the production process. 8 million wafers has being produced by this method since 2008. Watch and find out how !!

Measurement Units of Brookfield DV2T and DV3T

This video shows how to change the measurements units such as temperature, viscosity, torque, speed etc in the DV2T viscometer and DV3T rheometer from Brookfield.

PANalytical SST-mAX50 X-Ray Tube Technology

Maarten van Andel from PANalytical shows us the SST-mAX50, the world's most advanced x-ray tubes which are used in instruments like the AXIOS XRF. They incorporate 2 key features, the no drift zeta technology and the chi-blue corrosion protection coating.

ISO 34 Elastomer Tear Strength Test

This video shows a tear strength test performed according to ISO 34 on an ADMET tensile tester. This test method is identical to ASTM D624 and ideal for determining the tear strength of elastomers.

InfiniiVision 4000 X-Series Oscilloscopes from Agilent

In this video, Agilent Technologies redefines the oscilloscope experience with the InfiniiVision 4000 X-series DSO and MSO models.

Elemental and Matrix Compatibility in Parts-Per-Billion from Inorganic Ventures

In this video Dr. Brain Alexander and Dr. Paul Gaines from Inorganic Ventures, discusses the matrix compatibility of mercury in HCl.

Materials Science Business of FEI

This video shows the materials science business of FEI. The company is committed to understanding its materials science customers and to delivering solutions for them with the highest quality results.

MB3600-CH30 FT-NIR Laboratory Analyzer from ABB

This video shows the MB3600-CH30, a FT-NIR laboratory analyzer for biodiesel applications from ABB.

Testing of Textiles using Mecmesin MultiTest-d and MultiTest-xt Tensile Testing System

This video shows the test-to-failure testing of embellishments, buttons, ribbons, sequins, diamante etc, which are attached to the textile using Mecmesin’s MultiTest-d and MultiTest-xt testing system.

Pull Test of Tissue from its Container

This video demonstrates a pull test performed on a tissue to determine how much strength is needed to pull it from the container using an Instron pull tester.

Demonstration of A Static and Dynamic Testing Machine with 5000kN Capacity from Zwick

Zwick servo-hydraulic testing machine at university RWTH Aachen (Germany). Fmax 5000 kN (static) and Fmax 4000 kN (dynamic) for tensile, compression and bend tests on civil-engineering components. One of the biggest testing machines in the world!

How An Electron Microscope Works - Structure and Function of the Electron Microscope

A video showing the structure and function of the electron microscope (EM). It details all the different compartments of the electron microscope and the theory and principle of the electron microscope generate its images of various samples. A very detail and precise demonstration.

GRAMS/AI Software for Buck Scientific’s Spectrophotometers

This video demonstrates how Buck Scientific installs Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Grams/AI spectroscopy software for use in Infrared and UV/Visible spectrophotometers.

Scion Single and Triple Quadrupole GC/MS Systems from Bruker CAM

The Scion Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometers (GC/MS) is the winner of the Laboratory Equipment Readers Choise Award for 2012. Rohan Thakur from Bruker tells us about their single and triple quadrupole GC/MS systems and points out some of their key features.

Microtome Blades for Tissue Processing Expert Insight - Robert Jacox

In this video Robert Jacox, Consumable Product Manager from Thermo Scientific talks about the extremely sharp and durable microtome blades for tissue processing.

Varian TPS Compact Portable Vacuum Pumping System

The Varian TPS Compact Portable Vacuum Pumping System offers a self contained, turbo pumping system, designed to offer users a portable, lightweight complete vacuum system that can generate vacuum for pumping vacuum chamber, molecular beam line, and for any clean environment experimentation. A simple plug and play vacuum system the biggest advantage of the Varian TPS is that it utilizes dry pumping technology meaning no oil or hydrocarbon.

The FRT MicroProf 200 TTV MHU Automated Wafer Metrology Tool

The main features and capabilities of the FRT MicroProf 200 TTV MHU automated non-contact wafer metrology tool are demonstrated. The tool includes a multi-cassette system to deal with several samples, and it can deal with wafers from 2" to 8".

Introducing the FEI Phenom Personal Electron Microscope

With increasing demands and faster sample turn around required from from testing labs the FEI Phenom personal electron microscope is the ideal instrument for your lab. Bridging the gap between light microscopy and high end scanning electron microscopes, the FEI Phenom personal electron microscope features a compact desktop format, reasonable price, magnification range from 10 to 20,000 times and a resolution of 30nm.

Installation of GRAMS/AI Software for Buck M500 IR Spectrophotometer

This video demonstrates the installation of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Grams/AI spectroscopy software for M500 Infra-Red Spectrophotometer by Buck Scientific.

B&W Tek's Absorption Spectroscopy Educational Video Series : Episode 4

This educational video series from B&W Tek illustrates the working of absorption spectroscopy.

Introducing the MB3600-CH20 FT-NIR from ABB

The MB3600-CH20 is an FT-NIR Chemicals Analyzer for Polyols, Ethoxylates, Glycols, Urethanes and General Chemicals.

MiniFlex 600 X-ray Diffractometer from Rigaku

This video shows MiniFlex 600, a general purpose X-ray diffractometer from Rigaku.

Thermogravimetric Analyzer TG 209 F1 Libra (TGA) from Netzsch Instruments

The TG 209 F1 Libra is the latest generation TGA (thermogravimetric analyzer) from Netzsch Instruments. It measures mass change as a function of temperature and has an operatingtemperature of between 10 and 1100°C.

Generating 3D Visualizations in Materials Science Using Avizo Fire

This short video demonstrates how the Avizo Fire software from Visual Sciences Group can be used in Materials Science to generate 3D models and visualizations

Alan Wadsworth from Agilent Technologies explains what parametric measurement instruments are and their importance to the field of semiconductors, materials, nanodevices and solar cells.

Thwing-Albert Handle-O-Meter

This video shows the Handle-O-Meter (HOM) from Thwing-Albert. The surface friction and flexibility of sheeted materials such as toweling, tissue, film, textiles and nonwovens can be measured using HOM.

Zeta Potential Determination with The SurPass from Anton Paar

The SurPASS from Anton Paar is an electrokinetic analyzer used for zeta potential measurement. The principle of operation is described graphically and areas of application mentioned.

Tennis Ball Deformation Testing Using the Admet eXpert 7601

Deformation testing of a tennis ball using the eXpert 7601 testing machine from Admet. The Admet MTESTQuattro testing software is also demonstrated.

Evolve EMCCD Camera with Leica MMAF Software from Photometrics

This video shows the set up and use of an evolve EMCCD camera in the Leica MMAF software from Photometrics.

Timelapse, and Z Stacks by Metamorph Software in QImaging Camera

This video shows the control time-lapse, z series, z-stacks by Metamorph software from QImaging camera.

Instron's TrendTracker for Bluehill Software

This animation shows the benefits of Instron's TrendTracker Viewer for Bluehill software.

Surtronic Roundness Measurement Systems from Taylor Hobson

This video shows the working of surtronic roundness measurement systems from Taylor Hobson.

Nicolet iS50 FT-IR with one-touch operation Expert Insight from Thermo Scientific

In this excerpt Mike Bradley Product Manager from Thermo Scientific talks about the Nicolet iS50 FT-IR.

AFTI Advanced Force and Torque Indicator from Mecmesin

This video shows the AFTI Advanced Force and Torque Indicator, a high specification display unit that works in conjunction with Mecmesin sensors. It is a cost-effective solution to many quality problems that can be seen in many industries today. It offers excellent accuracy and flexibility within an easy-to-use digital instrument.

Demonstration of Bucket Compression Test using eXpert 2600 by ADMET

Video by ADMET demonstrating a 3.5 Gallon HDPE bucket is compressed to measure peak closure force of the lid and peak force sustained by the bucket before it buckles.

Remote Laser Welding by Automated Industrial Welding Robot

A demonstration of a remote laser welding using an industrial laser welding robot with 1 meter standoff distance showing exceptionally fast welding time and with high quality and performance.

Webinar on Effortless Evaluation of Emulsion Behavior from Horiba

This video from Horiba gives a presentation on effortless evaluation of emulsion behavior, which is usually ascertained by the size of the droplet.

AV&R Vision & Robotics - Part Finishing and Surface Inspection with NI LabView

Surface Analysis using Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM)

An animated video showing how the SPM is used as a surface analyzer and the interaction between the electron the tip of the SPM with the surface electron of the sample.

SisuCHEMA Chemical Imaging Workstation from Specim

This video shows the SisuCHEMA chemical imaging workstation from Specim. SisuCHEMA chemical imaging system is characterized by speed, simplicity and superior performance.

Multi-Mode 8 Atomic Force Microscope from Bruker

In this video Eric Rufe, Sales Application Manager from Bruker talks about the Multi-mode 8 atomic force microscopy.

Brookfield Viscometer Unstable Readings and Out of Range Errors

This video from Brookfield Engineering explains what is meant by overrange "EEE" (in % and cP) and when the viscometer readings will become unstable.

Zwick Non-Destructive Testing Device for Medical Injection Vials

This video shows the non-destructive testing (NDT) of medical injection vials with Zwick materials testing machine. The non-destructive compression-test kit can determine the residual seal force (seal integrity) of aluminium flanged caps.

The DVII+ Pro Viscometer from Brookfield Engineering

David Larson from Brookfield Engineering demonstrates the simple operation of the DVII+n Pro Viscometer, which is the latest version of their most popular instrument.

Bluehill 3 Software from Instron

This video illustrates how Bluehill 3 materials and components testing software from Instron can help you perform the test and achieve the expected results.

Using a Portable XRF Analyzer to Test Wood-Based Materials

This video demonstrates how the Innov-X portable handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer can be used to analyze wood-based materials in the field, eliminating the need for costly and timely laboratory testing. In particular the XRF analyzer can test for wood treated with preservatives that contain elements such as arsenic, copper and chromium on the spot.

The SafeAir Real Time Nanoparticle Monitoring System from Cilas

The SafeAir from Cilas allows you to monitor nanoparticles in your environment. It is the only system that monitors nanoparticles in the air in real time, which can be used to reduce the risk of exposing workers to potentially harmful nanoparticles as well as the release of nanoparticles into the atmosphere and environment.

Mecmesin's Force and Torque Test Solutions

This video shows the force and torque testing equipment from Mecmesin. This equipment is widely used for ensuring the quality of components materials and products in the industries.

Infiniium 9000 Series Oscilloscope Competitive Comparison

This video compares the DPO7000C oscilloscopes from Tektronix with Agilent Infiniium 9000 Series oscilloscopes.

Test Driving the BMW Hydrogen 7 Series Hydrogen Fuel Car

A video clip showing the test drive of the newly released BMW Hydrogen 7 Series which use a hydrogen fuel engine. They are hoping that by rolling out this model they can influence those decision making people and showing them the reality of hydrogen fuel cars. Challenges with using hydrogen cars are discussed and how they are overcoming these problems. Relax and take a test drive in the new BMW Hydrogen 7 Series

Tension Testing of Rubber Using a United Testing Systems Instrument and ASTM D412

Paul Stewart from United Testing Systems demonstrated the ASTM D412 tension test on a rubber sample. He runs the test to determine the ultimate tensile strength of the material, demonstrates software control of the instrument and shows the results from the tension test.

Thermo Scientific Launches Orbitrap Fusion Mass Spectrometer at ASMS 2013

This video shows Dan Shine, President - Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry, explaining the next wave of innovations launched at ASMS 2013, including the latest Orbitrap Fusion mass spectrometer and two new triple quad systems from Thermo Scientific. O

TRIDIONTM-9 GC-TMS System from Torion

This video shows the advanced TRIDIONTM-9 GC-TMS system designed by Torion for on-site VOC and SVOC analysis.

Discovery TGA from TA Instruments

This video shows the new Discovery TGA (thermogravimetric analyzer) from TA Instruments. The Discovery TGA consists of an autosampler, thermobalance, GDM (gas-delivery module) and innovative IR-heated furnace.

Alignment of Instron Precision Wedge Grips

This video illustrates the alignment of the Precision Wedge Grips from Instron.

Selecting a Spindle and Rotational Speed for Use with Brookfield Viscometer

This video shows the process of choosing a spindle and rotational speed for use with a Brookfield viscometer.

Performing Suture Tensile Strength Test using Universal Testing Machine by ADMET

This video by ADMET demonstrates how to set up a simple Surgical Suture Tensile Strength Test and show Energy at Break, Extension at Max Load and Max load.

i-Raman Portable Raman Spectrometer from B&W Tek

Robert Chimenti shows us the i-Raman from B&W Tek. It is an award winning compact, portable Raman spectrometer with 3 wave number resolution. It can be optioned up with a video Raman microscope as per this set up.

Testing Composite Tow using AutoX750 Extensometer from Instron

This video shows tensile testing of composite tow specimens using AutoX750 Extensometer from Instron to ASTM D4018 standard.

Non-Destructive Testing of Friction Welded Components

Post production inspection of parts produced by friction welding by American Friction Welding. Some tests include structural testing of the weld region and dimensional testing.

Field Homogeneity - Introductory NMR &MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek gives an introduction to magnetic field homogeneity in NMR and MRI.

Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer with EVOQ Technology from Bruker

This video shows the working principle of Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer with EVOQ technology from Bruker.

Demostration of Minispec MQ10 by Supriyo Gosh from Bruker

In this video Supriyo Gosh, Product and Application Manager form Bruker describes the application of Minispec MQ10.

Simple Jaw Face Changes on Precision Wedge Grips

This video demonstrates how to change the jaw faces on the 250 kN Precision Grips from Instron.

Demonstration of Testing of Bumpers for Dental Prosthodontic Applications by Zwick

This video shows Zwick materials testing machine (Zwicki-Line) with testing software testXpert II

The HPC900 High Pressure Chamber for PANalytical X-Ray Diffractometers

Brian Litteer from PANalytical shows us the Anton Paar HPC900 high pressure chamber sample stage for their range of x-ray diffractometers (XRD), such as the X'Pert Powder and The Empyrean. The HPC900 can operate at pressures up to 100 atmospheres and temperatures as high as 900°C and is a valuable tool in being able to examine materials under various temperature and/or pressure conditions, rather then processing samples and post examining them.

Electro-Mechanical Testing Actuator from Zwick

This video illustrates the all-purpose and extremely flexible electro-mechanical testing actuator from Zwick Roell. The actuator can be integrated into testing equipments in various ways and is ideal for tensile and compression applications.

Stage Positions Control in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video shows the multiple stage positions by Metamorph software from Photometrics.

Using XRF as a Forensic Tool to Identify People

In real life forensics, people burned beyond recognition, who may not be able to be identified from fingerprints or DNA can be identified from dental fillings. Due to the fact most manufacturers make dental resins with differing compositions, researchers have been able to match the dental resins, back to a database and dental records and consequently identify people.

Thin Film Equipment Solutions from Angstrom Engineering

This video from Angstrom Engineering displays industry-leading thin film deposition systems including everything from organic electronics, renewable energy, and flat panel displays, to photonics, magnetic storage, quantum dots, spintronics, decorative coatings, and various optical and tribological applications.

Fluorescence Spectroscopy from B&W TEK's Educational Video Series: Episode 5

This episode from the B&W Tek's Educational Video Series shows the fluorescence spectroscopy.

The proX Desktop SEM with EDS from Phenom-World

Bill Flecky from Phenom-World shows us their new flagship, desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) the proX, which includes elemental analysis using an in-built EDS system.

Setting Up ADMET's MTESTQuattro Controller to Run ASTM E8

This video demonstrates how to set up and run a metal tension test according to ASTM E8 using ADMET's MTESTQuattro software.

Bench-top Transverse Excited Atmospheric Pressure Pumped CO2 Laser

AZo.TV Interviews Dr. Jan Stefan Roell and Bill Becker from Zwick-Roell at the 21st Annual TextXpo 2012, in Ulm, Germany

Princeton's Pro-EM with Micro-Manager Software in QImaging Camera

This video shows how to set up and operate the Princeton Instruments Pro-EM camera in the Micro-Manager software in QImaging camera.

Customer Testimonials of Thermo Scientific Portable XRF Analyzers

In this video the customers at ISRI share how their businesses have benefited from having lab-quality analysis in the field with the help of Thermo Scientific Portable XRF Analyzers.

How to Perform an Adhesive Loop Tack Strength Test by ADMET

One method to measure the tack force / strength of an adhesive is to perform the "Loop Tack" test method described in specification ASTM D6195. The adhesives tested with this test are typically pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA) applied to films, labels, tapes, and stickers where the initial tack force is an important characteristic of the product. The specification describes two ways to perform the test. One method (Method B) uses a single purpose machine.

Data Streaming in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video shows data steaming by acquiring continual images through Metamorph software from Photometrics.

Setting up of QImaging Camera in Linksys Software

This video demonstrates how to set up the QImaging camera in Linksys32 software from Linkam.

Zwick Roell’s Linear Puncture Testing (LPET)

This video shows Zwick Roell’s LPET (linear puncture testing). According to DIN 53142-2 standard, the LPET is performed on a corrugated card board. The card board is loaded in all directions due to the pyramid formed penetrator during the penetration test.

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with Colorimeter for the reflection and transmitted light measurement on plastics according to standards

Tornado Digital Torque Tester from Mecmesin

This video introduces the Tornado digital torque tester from Mecmesin. The Tornado is the most advanced, compact and easily portable torque test instrument.

How A Mass Spectrometer Works

A short video showing how a mass spectrometer works and how it can be used to identify elements in the blood.

This video demonstrates the finite element analysis capability of the IBIS Nanoindentation System from Fischer-Cripps Laboratories using an elastic plastic contact for loading and unloading of a conical indenter.

The Empyrean X-Ray Diffractometer from PANalytical

A PANalytical representative introduces us to the Empyrean XRD system and points out key design features and specifications including redesigned x-ray tube, piXcel 3D detector and it's ability to be able to easily analyze powders, thin films and nanomaterials.

Talyrond 450 from Taylor Hobson

This video shows the product description of Talyrond 450 from Taylor Hobson.

Demonstration of Bending Strength Test on a Universal Testing Machine by ADMET

Bend testing is commonly performed to measure the flexural strength and modulus of all types of materials and products. A video by ADMET.

Demonstration of An Automatic Mechanical Testing System for Plastics by Zwick

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with materials testing machines 20 kN and 10 kN for tensile tests and bending tests plus pendulum impact tester for impact tests on plastics according to standards like (ISO 527, ISO 3167, ASTM D 638)

Innovative X-Ray Diffraction Technologies from inXitu

This short video details how inXitu have used funding from NASA and other government bodies to develop innovative x-ray diffraction (XRD) technologies for the analysis of materials both terrestrial and extra-terrestrial.

Oxygen Measurement Sensor for Packaging and Industrial Industry by Ocean Optics

A video demonstrating a highly sensitive and accurate oxygen measurement sensor that can be used for the packaging and the scientific industry. This oxygen sensor utilizes sol gel tipped sensor technology and can be used on a variety of materials including fibres, flaps, containers and appropriate for various environment including alcohol, oil and gasoline.

TruScan from Ahura Scientific

This video demonstrates the functioning of a rugged, handheld, lightweight Raman system, the TruScan from Ahura Scientific, a unit of Thermo Fisher Scientific. This system can be used for the identification of counterfeit drugs and raw material verification in pharmaceutical industries.

NanoPlus DLS from Micromeritics at Pittcon 2013

In this video Peter Bouza, Marketing Development Manager from Micromeritics talks about the NanoPlus DLS Nanoparticle Size and Zeta Potential.

Compression Test of Pushbutton on Childrens’ Toy

This video illustrates a compression test performed on the pushbuttons of a toy using a compression testing system from Instron.

Torsion Tests on Luer Lock Fittings from Zwick

This video shows torsion testing on Luer Lock fittings from Zwick. Torsion testing machines are utilized in almost all branches of industry to carry out rotary angle measurements on materials and components over a defined torque range.

NX Series cryostats from Thermo Scientific

In this video Immunohistochemistry expert Tyler Liebig from Thermo Scientific highlights the function of cryostats.

Bose Introduces ElectroForce 3200 and 3330 Series II Test Instruments

Bose has launched the ElectroForce 3330 and 3200 Series II test instruments. These high-accuracy systems consist of a displacement sensor for use in the material testing industry.

FEI Solutions for Electronics

This video shows the electronic business of FEI. The company provides more rapid sample preparation, accurate circuit editing and analysis and superior images leading to high sample production, high volume and high throughput process development.

How to Perform an Adhesive Strength T-Peel Test According to ASTM D1876 - Video by ADMET

A video by ADMET demonstrating how to perform an adhesive T-Peel strength test according to ASTM D1876

The ASPEX Metal Quality Analyzer (MQA) has for years, been at the forefront of inclusion analysis in investigative work to determine castability issues and improve product quality. The control of inclusions relies on accurate knowledge about the phase changes and compositional relation of them under various chemical and thermal conditions during processing. Given the direct link between the inclusion content and steel production process, manufacturers of steel demand an analyzer that can operate under adverse conditions.

Morphologi G3 Automated Particle Characterization System from Malvern

The video shows the Morphologi G3 automated particle characterization system from Malvern Instruments. The system integrates high-quality images with statistically significant particle size and particle shape measurements.

The Empyrean Multi-Purpose Diffractometer from PANalytical

PANalytical's Martijn Fransen shows us through their Empyrean multi-purpose diffractometer which can analyze powders, solids, nanomaterials and thin films. The system produces best in class x-ray diffraction results and computer tomography with unprecedented resolution.

Identification of Pharma Frauds Using Thermo Scientific’s TruScan Analyzer

This video shows a live demonstration of identification of pharma frauds using Thermo Scientific’s TruScan analyzer. The light-weight, handheld analyzer enables quick identification of raw materials and it meets the strict requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The analyzer can be easily implemented into cGMP environments.

SITA Dynamic Surface Tensiometer Demonstration and Explanation

Phil Harrip from Scientific Solutions demonstrates the SITA Dynamic Surface Tensiometer used for measuring surface tension. He shows us how the instrument works, key components and describes commercial applications that the SITA Dynamic Surface Tensiometer is suited to such as detergent and surfactant manufacturers, coating manufacturers and inkjet manufacturers.

Nano Isothermal Titration Calorimeter for Biomolecular Binding

This video shows the new Nano ITC (isothermal titration calorimeter) from TA Instruments which is ideal for characterizing binding interactions of biomolecules.

Effusivity System Mounted on a Patterson Kelly V-Blender by C-Therm

An example of a process analytical technology tool used in the pharmaceutical industry for real-time monitoring of powder blending. C-Therm's effusivity technology is easily retrofitted on different pharmaceutical processing equipment and has numerous applications in monitoring homogeneity, endpoint determination in drying, granulation, and roller compaction. Efffusivity is a triply sensitive thermophysical measurement and offers a powerful PAT tool to powder-processing industries.

Demonstration of the Spectro-Visc Kinematic Viscometer

This short video demonstrates the operation of the Spectro-Visc kinematic temperature bath viscometer from Spectro Inc. The instrument features ease of use, rapid sample measurement times and low maintenance. With a measurement time of 3-4 mins per sample, the Spectro-Visc is suited to high throughput labs.

The ICAP-Q ICPMS from Thermo Scientific

The ICAP-Q ICPMS from Thermo Scientific is a new instrument that has been designed from the ground up that not only provides ease of use, but also easy maintenance. While the software interface makes the instrument easy to drive other features such as the redesigned Q-Cell collision cell help increase productivity by a factor of 2 over other ICPMS systems as well as improving sensitivity by 3 to 4 times.

Demonstration of An Automated Robotic Testing System for Metal Heavy Plates by Zwick

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest P' with materials testing machine 2000 kN and materials testing machine 600 kN for tensile tests on heavy plate according to standards like (ISO 6892, ASTM E 8, EN 10002, JIS Z 2241)

The FTIR Technique for Materials Characterization

This educational video explains how the FTIR or fourier transform infrared test technique works, what can be determined and how it can be used to characterize materials. Read More

High Performance Laboratory FT-NIR Analyzer MB3600-HP10 From ABB Analytical

The ABB MB3600-HP10 is a high performance laboratory FT-NIR analyzer for hydrocarbon applications. This analyzer is pre-calibrated for blended gasoline, diesel, reformate and naphtha

Basics of Lake Shore’s Hall Effect Gaussmeter

This video shows Jeff Dierker, Magnetics expert from LakeShore Cryotronics, demonstrating the basic operation of a Hall effect gaussmeter for measuring magnet’s characteristics.

LAQUATwin B-721 Pocket Salt Meter from Horiba

This video shows the LAQUATwin B-721 Pocket salt meter from Horiba. This Pocket salt meter is used for the direct measurement of micro-volume of salt in the food sample.

Tensile Test on ElastiTag using eXpert 7600 by ADMET

A video by ADMET demonstrating tensile testing on ElastiTag using eXpert 7600.

Viscosity Test on the Brookfield DV2T Viscometer

This video shows how to set up a viscosity test on the new touch screen DV2T viscometer from Brookfield.

Thesycon Stack – Download and Installation with QImaging drivers

This video teaches how to install the Thesycon stack with QImaging drivers.

Buck Scientific 910 GC with FID and Heated Injector

This video illustrates the installation and working principle of 910 gas chromatograph (GC) with flame ionization detector (FID) and heated injector from Buck Scientific.

AV&R: Trailing Edge Profiling Blade

Determining Insertion/Removal Torque of Bone Screw by ADMET

ADMET eXpert 81T 20Nm torsion testing system used for testing bone screws according to ASTM F543 A2.

Demonstration of the Terra Portable X-Ray Diffraction System from inXitu

Demonstration of the ease of operation of the inXitu Terra portable x-ray diffraction (XRD) system.

Anatomical Pathology Consumables - Expert Insight from Thermo Scientific

In this excerpt Robert Jacox, Consumable Product Manager from Thermo Scientific talks about a complete line of anatomical pathology equipment and consumables from specimen collection to diagnosis.

Particle Characterization by Static and Dynamic Image Analysis by Horiba

Mark Bumiller from Horiba Particle Products introduces us to some particle characterization by static and dynamic image analysis and the Horiba PSA300 and Camsizer. These instruments calculate particle size and shape distributions.

Thermo Scientifics’ Portable Analytical Instruments for Quality Initiatives

This video shows the usage of Thermo Scientifics’ portable analytical instruments for quality initiatives.

Demonstration of Thermo Scientific Direct Rock Sampler Field Kit

This video illustrates the direct rock sampler field kit from Thermo Scientific. The direct rock sampler kit offers a unique solution for on-site XRF analysis in mining.

Demonstration of Buck’s 210VGP Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer

This video demonstrates 210VGP Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) from Buck Scientific. The 210VGP is a high energy, single beam deuterium background AAS with a wavelength range of 190-900nm.

The Partica LA-950 Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer from Horiba

Mark Bumiller from Horiba Particle Products gives us a brief explanation of how laser diffraction particle sizing works while giving us a tour of the Partica LA-950, a laser diffraction particle size analyzer suited to industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cement, food etc

Signal-to-Noise Calculator from Photometrics

This video shows how to use the Signal-to-Noise calculator from Photometrics. The Signal to Noise Ratio calculator provides with a helpful tool which allows calculating the SNR of the camera set up.

Packaging Seal Strength Test using Universal Testing Machine by ADMET

Determining the seal strength of a package (ASTM F88-95) is very important to secure the contents of a package. This video shows an example of a packaging seal strength tensile test on a Universal Testing Machine.

Customer Testimonials of Thermo Scientifics’ Portable Analyzers

This video shows the experiences of the customers with the usage of handheld Thermo Scientific FirstDefender and TruDefender instruments for unknown chemical identification.

Expert Insight - High-Performance Anion-Exchange Chromatography from Thermo Scientific

n this video Linda Lopez, Manager IC Marketing and Applications from Thermo Scientific talks about the High-Performance Anion-Exchange Chromatography (HPAE-PAD).

The CETR-Apex Nanomechanical Testing System form Bruker Nano

Bruker's CETR-Apex system is a nanomechanical testing system that features easily interchangeable heads allowing it to be able to used as a nano or micro indentation system as well as micro and nano scratch. Denis Koosau from Bruker shows us how easy it is to change a test head in this short video.

Needle Syringe Test on a Universal Testing Machine by ADMET

Many different types of testing profiles can be used to test a syringe. There are ASTM and ISO standards, for example, ISO7864 and ISO9626, as well as individual company specified testing profiles. You may want to discover how much force it takes the press the plunger with and without liquid, or you may want to determine how easy or difficult the luer lock is to remove or to connect, or you may want to examine the pressure of the liquid when forced out of the syringe at a high speed, and more.

Research & Development Services of Torion Technologies

This video shows how Torion Technologies develops, produces and distributes compact and sophisticated chemical detection systems worldwide.

Portable Raman Spectrometer from B&W Tek

In this video Katherine Bakeev, from B&W Tek talks about Portable Raman Spectrometer.

MERLIN Scanning Electron Microscope from Carl Zeiss

This video from Carl Zeiss shows the AFM system, which is ready in a matter of minutes to deliver atomic surface topographical resolution in 3D.

Testing Systems from Zwick Roell

This video provides an insight in to Zwick Roell’s testing systems. Zwick is a leading manufacturer of static and dynamic materials testing systems across the globe.

90° Peel Adhesion Test

This video illustrates an adhesive peel strength test performed on an Instron universal testing machine equipped with 90° peel fixture.

SampleManager 11 LIMS Expert Insight - Seamus Mac Conaonaigh from Thermo Scientific

In this video Seamus Mac Conaonaigh, Director of Technology talks about the Thermo Scientific SampleManager 11.

Installation of Buck Scientific’s Graphite Furnace on AAS

This video shows the installation of Buck Scientific’s graphite furnace on the rear side of its 210VGP Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). Buck 210VGP AAS is upgraded with back-mounted graphite furnace for PPB trace level analysis.

Introducing the Multi-Channel Spring-Testing System at the 21st Annual TextXpo

Alexsander Koprivc Introduces the Zwick-Roell Multi-Channel Spring-Testing System at the 21st Annual TextXpo

Thermo Scientific EASY-Spray Technology

In this video, Christian Ravnsborg and Dayfdd Milton from Thermo Scientific, discuss about the Thermo Scientific EASY-Spray technology at ASMS 2012 in Vancouver, Canada.

The Anter LS2 Module for Thermal Property Determination

The FlashLine series from Anter Corp is able to determine various thermal properties of a wide range of materials using the laser flash method. The properties that the FlashLine can determine include thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity and specific heat capacity. The modular unit allows thermal properties to be determined at a range of temperatures from cryogenic to 2800°C.

PANalytical’s Corporate Movie

This video shows the PANalytical’s corporate movie. PANalytical is the leading supplier of X-ray equipment and software for materials analysis.

Three-Point Bend Flexural Test on Plastics

This video demonstrates a three-point flexural bend test performed on plastics using an ADMET universal testing machine equipped with a three-point bend fixture.

Top-Load Testing with Mecmesin’s MultiTest-xt

This video shows the top-load testing using Mecmesin’s MultiTest-xt for crushing tests, top load testers and top loads. This testing is employed for measuring the resistance of the containers to a point of compression load during deformation.

Carl Zeiss Microscopy Presents Contextual Imaging Tool, SmartBrowse

This video from Carl Zeiss shows SmartBrowse, a contextual imaging tool that can be used for post-image acquisition.

Zwick Automated Testing Systems for Plastics

A video demonstrating different automated testing systems for tensile, bend and impact tensile tests on seven different types of plastics

Compression Test of Pushbuttons on Remote Control

This video illustrates a compression test performed on the pushbuttons of a remote control using a compression testing system from Instron.

Barnes HV-1000 Vertical Honing Machine with Air Sizing

This video shows vertical honing process with air sizing by Barnes HV-1000 machine from Lapmaster. The machine is designed for both general purpose and specialized applications.

Introduction to k-space - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek, gives an introduction on the key concept k-space to two and three dimensions.

The Nanosight LM20 Nanoparticle Analysis System

Nanosight have developed a unique technique for detecting and viewing nanoparticles in real time using laser light. Jeremy Warren explains how it work and the key components to their system

The Easy to Use SmartSPM from AIST-NT

Bill Flecky and Andrey Krayev from AIST-NT show us how easy the SmartSPM is to use. It is able to perform scans very quickly, and in the space of just a few minutes we see them set up the instrument and take a series of measurements.

Universal Testing Machines from United Testing Systems

Paul Stewart from United Testing Systems shows us their universal/tensile testing machines, pointing out such things as the various grips that can be used for different applications, different test specimens for tests such as tension, bend tesing and tear testing. He also shows us the Windows-based, USB user interface and let's us know what capacity machines they have available.

QImaging Exi Blue Camera Running in CellSens Software

This video shows the running of the QImaging Exi Blue camera in CellSens Software.

Demonstration of Texture Analysis of Chips Using Materials Testing Machine by Zwick

Texture analysis with Zwick materials testing machine zwicki-Line, testing of chips.

Thwing Albert’s Geotextile Puncture Fixture

This video demonstrates a geotextile puncture fixture available from Thwing-Albert. The fixture meets the standard test method, ASTM D6241. Using a 50nm probe, the static puncture strength of geotextiles and geotextile-related products can be monitored.

Demonstration of the xSORT Handheld XRF Analyzer from Spectro Analytical

In this video John Kelly and Dan Soisson from Spectro Analytical demonstrate the xSORT handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer. This portable unit is ideally suited to rapid throughput metals sorting and identification such as in scrap yards and stainless steel warehousing.

EZ-Lock Spindles in Viscometer/Rheometer from Brookfield Engineering

This video shows the advantages of EZ-Lock spindles in Viscometer/Rheometer from Brookfield Engineering.

Guided Tour of Thwing-Albert's New Website

Thwing-Albert, a leading manufacturer of materials testing equipment have launched a new web site. This short video takes you for a guided tour of the site and shows you just how easy it is to find the instruments that are relevent to you and to contact Thwing-Albert for more information or to request a quote.

Bruker Optics TANGO FT-NIR Spectrometer - Ease of Use

This short video shows just how easy the TANGO FT-NIR spectrometer from Bruker Optics is to use.

Control of Two Cameras in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video shows how to control the Photometrics scientific cameras with Metamorph Software.

Demonstration of Winfluor Ratio Imaging Software from Photometrics

This video shows the Winfluor software and how to set up with a Photometrics Evolve EMCCD camera.

Strength and Durability Testing of FiberStone

FiberStone is a high temperature composite materials comprised of high purity refractory, reinforced with stainless steel fibers. This video demsonstrates just how how strong and durable FiberStone is.

SPECS FE-LEEM P90 - Demonstration at emc 2012

Andreas Thissen from SPECS talks to AZoTV at emc2012

The Bruker XRD Tracer Turbo SD Handheld Portable XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) Analyzer

The Bruker AXS Tracer Turbo SD, incorporating the silicon drift detector is demonstrated. It can analyze both ferrous alloys and light alloys, with this demomstration including a stainless steel and aluminium aloy. The instrument is suited to metals analysis, such as scrap metal sorting.

SuperMini 200 Benchtop Sequential WDXRF Spectrometer from Rigaku at Pittcon 2013

In this video Tom McNutly, Vice President & General Manager from Rigaku talks about the SuperMini 200 benchtop WDXRF spectrometer at Pittcon 2013.

Demonstration of the Ease of Operation of the Nanosurf easyScan2 FlexAFM

Ola Modinger from Nanosurf gives us and introduction to the their easyScan2 FlexAFM that was released at the 2008 MRS Fall Meeting, where this interview was recorded. We then get a demonstration of how easy this instrument is to operate.

The 530 Infrared Spectrophotometer from Buck Scientific

Scott Bergeron from Buck Scientific shows us the key features of the prototype 530 Infrared spectrophotometer, which is based on the M500 model of which it shares several characteristics. It is a dispersive spectrophotometer that is ideally suited to analysis of organic materials such as polymers and provides information on functional groups.

Malvern Instruments’ Zetasizer Nano ZSP

This video shows the exceptional performance of the Zetasizer Nano ZSP from Malvern Instruments.

ASTM C1609 Flexural Testing of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Beams

This video illustrates a flexural test performed on a fiber-reinforced concrete beams using a universal testing machine from ADMET.

How Mechanical Testing is Applied to Real World Items

This short video from Zwick demonstrates how material testing machines are applicable to the real world and illustrates to lay person the types of mechanical testing that are undertaken on common items that we come into contact with.

ET 05 Brittleness tester from Elastocon

This video shows the ET 05 Brittleness tester from Elastocon. The automatic determination of bittleness point according to ISO 812, ISO 974, ASTM D746, ASTM D2137 and other technical equivalent standards can be found with this instrument.

Burst Test on Tissue Papers

This video demonstrates a burst test performed on tissue papers using a universal testing machine from Zwick Roell.

Impact Test on Plastic Films Using Instron 9250

This video illustrates the impact test performed on the plastic films using Instron 9250 HV (velocity accelerator system).

Benchop XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) - The Epsilon 3XL from PANalytical

This is the first time the PANalytical Epsilon 3XL benchtop XRF has been shown as it was only released in January 2011. The Epsilon 3XL can perform elemental analysis down to Fluorine. It is suited to lower throughput applications like production control applications, but is capable of producing results comparable to larger more expensive floor standing XRF units.

Tracer IV-GEO Handheld XRF for Geosciences from Bruker XRD

Alexander Seyfarth introduces us to the Bruker Tracer IV-GEO handheld XRF (x-ray fluorescence) analyzer developed specifically for geosciences and geological sample identification and can analyze elements from magnesium to uranium.. The Tracer IV-GEO is the latest latest addition to the Tracer family of XRF instruments and features a 30mm2 silicon drift detector.

Thin Film Analysis with Bruker D8 Discover

In this video, Bruker employees talk about the thin film analysis using the D8 Discover high resolution X-ray diffractometer.

The Nanosurf LensAFM Designed to Integrate with Optical Microscopes and Profilers

The new LensAFM from Nanosurf has been designed to integrate with optical microscopes and profilers, and add AFM capabilities to them. This demonstration shows how easy it is to switching between AFM and optical microscopy/profiler modes.

Demonstration of Friction Stir Welding (FSW)

A demonstration of the Friction Stir Welding (FSW) process on a pipe.

Rigaku MiniFlex Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer

The new 5th generation MiniFlex is a general purpose benchtop X-ray diffractometer that can perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of polycrystalline materials.

Aqualog for Water Quality Analysis from Horiba

This video gives a demonstration of Aqualog from Horiba. It generates Excitation-Emission Matrices (EEMs) for CDOM (Coloured Dissolved Organic Matter) in a fast and simple process.

Control Timelapse, and Z Stacks in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video shows the control timelapse, z series, z-stacks in Metamorph software from Photometrics.

Creating Libraries for Morphologi G3-ID Instrument

This video shows how Malvern Morphologi G3-ID instrument uses libraries from known candidate materials for chemical differentiation between particles.

Xforce Load Cell from Zwick Roell

This video shows the applications of load cell Xforce from Zwick Roell. It can bear the load from 5 N to 250 kN.

Unpacking and Identifying Brookfield Viscometer Parts

This training video from Brookfield Engineering explains how to unpack and recognize each part of a viscometer.

CEAST 9050 Tester from Instron

This video shows an overview of CEAST 9050 tester from Instron. The CEAST 9050 impact pendulum is designed for determining the resilience of thermoplastic materials to impact.

Raman Spectroscopy - B&W Tek's Educational Video Series: Episode 6

This video educational video series from B&W Tek shows introduction to Spectroscopy. Comparison of the portable and handheld unit of the Raman Spectroscopy is also demonstrated.

QImaging Cameras in Olympus CellSens Software

This video demonstrates the configuration and operation of the QImaging camera in the Olympus software suite.

Carl Zeiss’ Lightsheet Z.1 Microscope Images Drosophila Melanogaster Embryo

This video from Carl Zeiss shows a 3D representation of reconstructed Multiview recordings of a Drosophila embryo expressing fluorescently tagged BAC clone (GFP).

Interview with Dipankar Ghosh of Thermo Fisher Scientific

This video features an interview with Dipankar Ghosh, Director Marketing, Environmental & Food Safety – LCMS at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Anton Paar Offers Autosampler MAS 24 for Monowave 300 Microwave Reactor

This video shows Anton Paar’s new autosampler unit MAS 24 designed for Monowave 300 microwave reactor.

48 Single-Side Fine-Grinder from Lapmaster

This video shows the working of 48 single-side fine grinding machine from Lapmaster. It is a heavy-duty production machine expressly specified and engineered for fine-grinding.

Analyzing Gun Shot Residue (GSR) Using the ASPEX GSR Analyzer SEM System

The ASPEX GSRTM Analyzer dates back to the late 60’s forensic laboratories in London started to use Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) for the manual detection and analysis of Gun Shot Residue (GSR) particles on a routine basis. Forty years later, SEMs are still used in laboratories world wide for the automated detection of GSR particles.

Admet’s ASTM D1894 Coefficient of Friction Test

This video demonstrates Admet’s ASTM D1894 COF (coefficient of friction) test. ASTM D1894 is a testing standard employed for determining the friction of plastic film and sheeting. Using this test, the static and kinetic coefficient of friction of the test material can be measured.

Impact Test on Plastics Using Instron 9250

This video demonstrates the impact test performed on the plastics using Instron 9250 HV (velocity accelerator system).

Tension Test: Seam Strength of Sewn Nonwoven Fiber using eXpert 7601 by ADMET

Video by ADMET demonstrating two pieces of nonwoven fiber joined at the edges by sewn thread are pulled apart at a constant rate of speed to measure the maximum peak force of the seam.

Embedded Serial Triggering with InfiniiVision 2000 X-Series from Agilent

This video explains the Embedded Serial Triggering and analysis with InfiniiVision 2000 X-Series from Agilent.

Instron 9250 Dynatup System with Automatic Specimen Feeder

This video shows an Instron 9250 Dynatup impact test system equipped with an automatic specimen feeder for high through put testing.

Detecting Rebar in Reinforced Concrete Using the Profoscope from Proceq

The Profoscope from Proceq is a portable rebar detector for use with reinforced concrete. It is a simple to use handheld device that can detect the locations of rebars, the diameter of rebars and the depth of concrete covering the rebar.

ICAP 7000 Series Streamlines Trace Elemental Analysis from Thermo Scientific

In this video Matthew Cassap, ICP Project Manager from Thermo Scientific introduces iCap 7000 Series ICP-OES trace elemental analyzer.

World Nanoparticle Counting Championships Featuring the Izon qNano

This novel competition pitted representatives from 4 countries against one another in The World Championship of Nanoparticle Counting in which each combatant raced to count 100 nanoparticles using a qNano from Izon.

Using the Clamping Feature on the Tru-Blue II Hardness Tester from United Testing

This short video demonstrates how the clamping feature on the Tru-Blue II hardness tester from United Testing can be used in place of the anvil to make hardness measurements on large test pieces. In this short time a the operator is able to make a measurement demonstrating how easy and quick the Tru-Blue II hardness tester is to use.

Aleksandar Stefanovic from PANalytical gives us a tour of the Empyrean, multi-purpose diffractometer. The Empyrean is unique, as it is not just a, x-ray diffractometer (XRD), it can also perform computer tomography (CT).

Testing of Bone Screws Using an Admet eXpert 81T Torsion Testing System

ADMET eXpert 81T 20Nm torsion testing system used for testing bone screws according to ASTM F543 A1.

Brookfield DV2T and DV3T Touch Screen Technology

This video shows the most advanced user experience in viscosity measurement by combining the ease of touch screen technology with the world-standard features, series of viscometers and rheometers from Brookfield.

Torque Testing of Dental Abrasive Disks with Mecmesin's Vortex-i

This video demonstrates the torque testing of the dental abrasive disks with the Vortex-i torque measurement solution from Mecmesin. The Vortex-i uses a custom-made adapter to measure the torque of dental abrasive disks.

XEI Scientific's Evactron Plasma Decontaminator

The Evactron plasma decontamination systems from XEI Scientific ared used to clean samples or chambers. They removing organic contaminants and hydrocarbon residues from samples or or on instruments such as scanning electron microscopes (SEM), transmission electron microscopes (TEM) or focused ion beam systems (FIB).

Shelley Begley from Agilent Technologies demonstrates how the 10GHz Split Cylinder Resonator is able to measure dielectric properties of low loss materials, thin films and substrates.

Sample Preparation Systems from Leica - The TXP and TIC 3X

Leica's Todd Perez shows us their TXP mechanical preparation system and the TIC 3X triple ion beam cutting system.

TCi Thermal Conductivity Analyzer Customer Review - Vertec Polymers by C-Therm

Listen to Dr. Pradeep Rai speak on why Vertec Polymers chose the TCi Thermal Conductivity Analyzer from C-Therm for their thermal conductivity testing and characterization.

Impact Test on Light Bulb Using Instron Dynatup System

This video demonstrates an impact test performed using Instron’s Dynatup mini-tower impact test machine on a light bulb.

Field Testing A Composite Bicycle Wheel

Testing a composite bicycle wheel in a real life scenario. Watch and see if the wheel survives unscathed after a heavy impact with a sharp concrete block.

The video clips shows different types of "wedding rings" undergoing jigsaw blade test for their relative hardness. (Gold, vs, Titanium, vs platinum vs tungsten carbide rings)

Tensile Test on Plastics Using Clip-On Extensometer

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed on plastics using a clip-on extensometer from Instron.

Configuration of ETher NDE ECT SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter for Metal Sorting

This video shows how to configure and use the ETher NDE Eddy Current SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter for metal sorting.

NT-MDT's SOLVER Nano AFM Platform

Stanislav Leesment from NT-MDT shows us their new SOLVER Nano AFM (atomic force microscope) that was launched t his years MRS Fall Meeting on Boston. Despite its diminutive size it includes all the functions of much larger AFMs.

Usage of Agilent InfiniiVision 2000 X-Series in Lab

This video shows the usage of Agilent InfiniiVision 2000 X-Series in the lab.

Handheld Coating Thickness Measuremet Instruments - Technology, Features and operation

This short video runs you through the range of handheld coating thickness measurement instruments from Fischer Instrumentation. These instruments use different technologies and the various useful features of these devices are demonstrated, as well their ease of operation.

Installation of Buck Scientific HC-404 Total Hydrocarbon Analyzer

This video demonstrates the operation and installation of the HC-404 total hydrocarbon analyzer from Buck Scientific. The model HC-404 is a fixed wavelength IR analyzer with the wavelength fixed at 2924 cm^-1.

The Malvern Kinexus Rheometer - Key Features, Capabilities and Operation

Fred Mazzeo introduces us to the Kinexus Rheometer from Malvern Instruments which is suited to applications such as paints, coatings and polymers. The Kinexus takes rheometry to the next level.

How the XRF Analytical Technique Works

This video describes how the x-ray fluorescence or XRF analytical technique works and how it can be used to identify the elemental composition of unknown metals.

Interview with Frazer Anderson from Oxford Instruments ay Pittcon 2013

This video shows the interview of Fazer Anderson, Business Development Director from Oxford Instruments on Plasma Technology.

Demonstration of Texture Analysis of Apples Using Materials Testing Machine by Zwick

Texture analysis with Zwick materials testing machine zwicki-Line, testing of apples

Stainless Steel Analysis with the Niton XL2 Handheld XRF Analyzer

Jon Shein from Thermo Fisher Scientific runs a demonstration, showing how quickly the Niton XL2 handheld XRF analyzer can be used to determine the composition of stainless steel samples.

Tensile Testing on Nickel Micro Dumbbells

This video gives a demonstration of tensile testing on nickel micro dumbbells.

New CellInsight NXT High Content Screening Platform from Thermo Scientific

This video shows Scott Keefer, cell imaging expert, explaining about the latest CellInsight NXT High Content Screening (HCS) Platform and HCS studio software developed by Thermo Scientific.

Mathis TC-30 Thermal Conductivity Instrument - An Introduction by C-Therm

From the Archives: The TC-30 was C-Therm's (formerly Mathis Instruments) second generation of thermal conductivity instrumentation which was eventually replaced with the TCi's modified transient plane source technique.

Park Systems NX10 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

Park Systems launched the NX10 atomic force microscope (AFM) recently and showed it for the first time at the MRS Fall Meeting in Boston. Mark Cyffka takes us for a tour of their all new AFM which is claimed to be the world's most accurate AFM.

Heel Strike Impact Test on Athletic Shoes

This video demonstrates a heel strike impact test performed on athletic shoes using an ElectroPuls system from Instron.

Measurement of the Tip Cap Torque Using Zwick’s Testing Machine

This video shows the measurement of the tip cap torque. Medical device manufacturers rely on Zwick’s sophisticated testing machines and instruments.

FEI Solutions for Natural Resources

This video shows how FEI solutions for natural resources are transforming the way companies explore, extract, and process geomaterials in the mining and energy sectors.

Proton-Transfer-Reaction Mass Spectrometer from RJ Lee Group

This video shows the Proton-Transfer-Reaction Mass Spectrometer (PTR-MS) and its usage in RJ Lee Group's unique mobile laboratory.

Demonstration of Yokogawa WT1800 High Performance Power Analyzer

This video shows Gary Gartman from Yokogawa Corporation of America demonstrating the Yokogawa WT1800 precision and high performance digital power analyzer.

Testing Elastomers with AutoX750 Extensometer from Instron

This video shows tensile testing of elastomers and rubber to ASTM D412 and ISO 37 standards using AutoX750 Extensometer from Instron.

Dynamic Vapor Sorption Instruments from Surface Measurement Systems

This video from Surface Measurement Systems (SMS) demonstrates the key features of the Dynamic Vapor Sorption family of instruments.

Orbitrap Fusion: New Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry from Thermo Scientific

This video shows Ian Jardine, Chief Technology Officer at Thermo Scientific, talking about the latest Orbitrap Fusion that integrates Orbitrap, quadrupole and linear ion trap technologies into a versatile research mass spectrometry system.

Carl Zeiss’ Axio Vert.A1 Microscope Images HeLa Cells

This video from Carl Zeiss shows a 20x magnification phase contrast of HeLa cells.

CE 2041 Single-Beam UV/Visible Spectrophotometer

Buck Scientific, a distributor of Cecil Instruments, illustrates the CE 2041 single-beam UV/Visible spectrophotometer with an integral printer and an encoded software enhancement facility (E-SEF) in the video below.

Medical Applications of Rapid Prototyping

A video clip showing the current, near term and future applications of Rapid Prototyping in the medical industry.

FT-NIR Laboratory Analyzer MB3600-CH30 From ABB Analytical

The ABB MB3600-CH30 is an FT-NIR laboratory analyzer for biodiesel applications suitable for production optimization and product quality assessment. It can provide a rapid determination of mono-, di- and tri-glyceride content, residual methanol, methyl ester % and other quality parameters in biodiesel for finished product screening and end-point determination in biodiesel reactors.

Lightsheet Z.1: Light Sheet Microscope System from Carl Zeiss

This video from Carl Zeiss shows how the light sheet microscope system captures the complete development of a Drosophila melanogaster embryo with reduced light exposure, imaging the whole embryo volume within minutes.

Interview with Jason Cole of Thermo Scientific

This video features an interview with Jason Cole, GC/MS Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Floating Roller Peel Test from ADMET

ADMET is a major provider of testing systems for tension, torsion, flexure, compression, and biaxial testing. The floating roller peel test is designed to determine the average peel force of an adhesive or any other bonding agent. The floating roller is an easy and precise method to measure average peel force values. Other available peel tests are the 90 degree, T-Peel, and 180 degree.

How to Perform a Rubber and Elastomer Tear Strength Test by ADMET

The tear strength of thermoset rubbers, thermoplastic elastomers, and silicones can be measured according to specification ASTM D624. The test measures the strength required to initiate a tear in a material. D624 describes multiple different types of sample shapes that can be tested in a standard universal testing machine (tensile testing machine).

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with pendulum impact tester and integrated notch milling unit for impact tests on plastics according to standards like (ASTM D 256, ISO 179, ISO 3167, ASTM D 638)

Instron 2712-04x Pneumatic Grip Specimen Alignment Device and Holders

This video shows the patent pending 2712-04x pneumatic grip specimen alignment device and holders from Instron.

Overview of Applied Spectra

This video provides an overview of Applied Spectra, who is a major supplier of laser-based analytical instruments.

ESP (Effusivity Sensor Package) on ServoLift Tumble Blender by C-Therm

See the C-Therm ESP (Effusivity Sensor Package) operating on a ServoLift Tumble Blender as a PAT tool for the pharmaceutical and powder-processing industries. C-Therm offers a range of applications in Process Analytical Technology for the endpoint determination in blending, lubrication, moisture content (powder drying), granulation and roller compaction.

Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis - 2

This video carries a presentation by Malvern Instruments that describes how robust and reproducible measurements can be achieved using the laser diffraction technique performed as per the guidance offered in ISO13320, USP 429 and EP 2.9.31 standards.

Bruker XRD Handheld XRF Spectrometers

Bruker AXS showcase their handheld XRF spectrometers including the S1 Turbo, S1 Sorter and Tracer III-V. These portable devices are suited to the rapid analysis of scrap metal, works of art and archaeological items.

Torsion Fatigue Tester for Medical Device Testing by ADMET

ADMET offers electromechanical and servo-hydraulic fatigue testing systems for tension, compression, torsion and biaxial testing applications. All systems are engineered to meet your needs (The eXpert 81T 30Nm Torsion Fatigue Tester shown in the video is for medical device testing.).

KERN - Gnome Experiment

Does everything weigh the Same across the Globe? KERN Finds out if this is true.

Overview of Alarm Configuration on ECT SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter

This video shows the ETher NDE Eddy Current (ECT) SigmaCheck Conductivity Meter, an easy-to-use tool that can be employed by engineers and shop floor inspectors.

Benchtop XRF - Shimadzu EDX-LE X-Ray Fluorescence System

Dan Davis from Shimadzu shows us their EDX-LE benchtop x-ray fluorescence (XRF) instrument. he shows us key features such as the sample positioning camera and runs a sample in real time for us.

cyberTECHNOLOGIES’ Non-Contact 3D Measurement Systems

This video shows the high-resolution, non-contact 3D measurement systems from cyberTECHNOLOGIES.

Demonstration of the Revetest Xpress Scratch Tester from CSM Instruments

The REVETEST Xpress is a cost effective solution for Industrial and Quality Control (QC) applications. This instrument provides measurement of adhesion, hardness and scratch resistance with a very user-friendly, intelligible interface.

CoolSnap MYO CCD Camera with NIS Elements Software from Photometerics

This video shows the CoolSnap MYO CCD camera with NIS Software from Photometrics.

Application and Capabilties of MQC NMR Instruments from Oxford Instruments

In this interview with Dr. Debadeep Bhattacharya from Oxford Instruments he points out some of the applications of the MQC range of NMR instruments including oil and food analysis.

Interview by Rohan Thakur on "Game-Changing" LC-MS Systems of EVOQ from Bruker

This video shows the interview given by Rohan Thakur, vice president of Bruker CAM division on “Game changing” LC-MS systems of EVOQ.

Handheld Coating Thickness Measurement Instruments from Fischer Instrumentation

This video clip introduces the Fischer Instrumentation familty of handheld coating thickness measurement instruments. These instruments use techniques such as magnetic induction and eddy currents to determine coating thickness. The range of instruments includes the deltascope, isoscope and dualscope instruments.

Demonstration of Universal Testing Systems by ADMET

ADMET is a leading provider of universal testing systems for tension, compression, flexure, torsion and biaxial testing.

Interview of Meredith Conoley on "Game-Changing" LC-MS Systems in EVOQ

This video shows the interview of Meredith Conoley on Game changing Systems in EVOQ from Bruker.

The SpectroVISC Q3000 Kinematic Viscometer from Spectro Inc

Dan Walsh from Spectro Inc shows us the main features and demonstrates just how fast and easy the Spectro VISC Q3000 portable kinematic viscometer is to use. It is extremely small and can be easily taken on-site to provide on the spot viscosity readings, producing results in a matter of seconds.

Demonstration of tensile strength testing systems by ADMET

A video by ADMET demonstrating tensile strength testing systems.

Lake Shore’s Expert Demonstrates Handheld Gaussmeter at Magnetics 2013

This video shows Jeff Dierker, Magnetics expert from LakeShore Cryotronics demonstrating the low-cost and high-performance handheld gaussmeter at Magnetics 2013.

Tensile Test on Composite Laminate Specimen Using Strain Gauges

This video demonstrates a tensile test performed on a composite laminate specimen using strain gauges from Instron.

Streaming by Metamorph Software in QImaging Camera

This video shows data steaming by acquiring continual images through Metamorph software from QImaging.

ASTM D1894 Coefficient of Friction Test on Plastic

This video demonstrates the ASTM D1894 coefficient of friction test on an ADMET eP2 controller. ASTM D1894 is a testing standard employed for determining the friction of plastic film and sheeting.

Food Applications of CT3 Texture Analyzer

This video shows some examples of Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer applications for specific food samples. The flexible CT3 Texture Analyzer can accommodate a variety of samples and testing needs with the help of fixtures and probes.

Trace 1300 Series Gas Chromatographs from Thermo Scientific

Thermo Scientific have introduced the Trace 1300 Series gas chromatographs that incorporate breakthrough technology. Fausto Pigozzo shows us the new features including new injectors and detectors which help increase productivity and sensitivity with fast data acquisition in a more compact instrument.

Anton Paar Offers SAXSess mc² System for Nanostructure Analysis

This video shows SAXSess mc², a new system designed by Anton Paar for nanostructure analysis. The modular design of the instrument enables users to choose the optimal setup for their specific application needs.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magnitek gives an introduction on Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Carl Zeiss’ Light Sheet Microscope Images Live Embryos

This video from Carl Zeiss shows the benefits of using the first light sheet microscope system designed to capture fluorescently labeled live embryos.

Demonstration of An Automated Tensile Test on Plastics and Metals by Zwick

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with materials testing machine 200 kN for tensile tests on plastics according to standards like (ISO 6892, EN 10002, ISO 527,ISO 3167, ASTM D 638, ASTM E 8, EN 10002, JIS Z 2241)

Demonstration of Custom Friction Welding Process by AFW

This video demonstrates the custom friction welding process of dissimilar materials by American Friction Welding (AFW). The ISO 9001:2008 certified company offers a fully automated friction welding system and a large and unique shaped component friction welds.

What is Materials Science?

Ever been asked what materials science is? If so, just send people to this apage for the answer. An interesting compilation put together by the staff and students at the Department of Materials Science at UNSW.

Operation of Buck Scientific BLC-20 Isocratic HPLC

This video shows the operation of the BLC-20 isocratic high pressure liquid chromatograph (HPLC) with viable UV/visible detector and PeakSimple software by Buck Scientific.

Insitec Particle Size Analyzer from Malvern Instruments

This video illustrates how on-line Insitec particle size analyzer from Malvern Instruments is used for automated milling control. The Insitec analyzer can measure particle size distributions (PSD) from 0.1 to 2500µm.

Demonstration of Peel Testing Systems by ADMET

A video by ADMET demonstrating peel testing systems.

Pro-EM Set Up in Metamorph Software from Photometrics

This video from Photometrics shows the installation and configuration of Metamorph software in Princeton Instruments Pro-EM.

50.000 Joule Pendulum Impact Tester by Zwick

Zwick pendulum impact tester 50.000 Joule for drop weight tear tests on batelle specimes. Biggest pendulum worldwide. Features: Instrumentation, high-speed camera, specimen feeding system.

Advantages of Full CO2 Laser Cutting Tools on Glass Cullets

A video clip showcasing the new CO2 laser cutter. Concentrated high energy carbone dioxide laser cutting tool with a spot precision of 10 microns capable of cutting narrow deep groves on surface materials with ultra precision. Since cullets are not produced it makescleaning much easier. Discusses the common problems of producing glass cullets and how this new laser overcomes these conventional problems.

Testing Lead Content in Consumer Items Using a Handheld XRF Analyzer

Jon Shein from Thermo Fisher Scientific demonstrates how their Niton XL3t handheld XRF analyzer can quickly check for lead content/contamination in consumer items. With their in-built test program, you can quickly evaluate items on a pass/fail basis, making it ideal for quality control applications.

Fritsch Autosampler – Analysette 22

Fritsch Autosampler – Analysette 22 Ideal for automation of measurement series: 26 positions for 40 ml containers are available for complete sample feeding, automatic dispersion, measurement and cleaning.

The New Nanotribometer from CSM Instruments

Nicholas Randall features and capabilities new Nanotribometer CSM Instruments. It uses similar loadings to an AFM, but can use wear partners with different size and shapes comapred to an AFM probe tip.

Portable Metal Hardness Testers for The Autmotive Industry from Proceq

This video briefly outlines the range of Proceq portable metal hardness testers and their various applications in the automotive industry including the testing of castings, forgings and stampings.

Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis - 3

This video carries a presentation by Malvern Instruments that describes how optical property selection can be made using the laser diffraction technology, following the guidance provided in ISO13320.

Orbitor KingFisher from Thermo Scientific

This video shows Dean Mulyk, who is talking about the automated DNA/RNA extraction using Thermo Scientific’s Orbitor KingFisher instrument.

DLS Experiment Setup and Run using Avid Nano i-Size 2.0

This video shows an easy one page experimental setup for running a DLS (dynamic light scattering) experiment using Avid Nano i-Size 2.0.

Confocal Demonstration of HORIBA XploRA Instrument

This video shows a detailed demonstration of the confocality of HORIBA XploRA micro-Raman spectrometer.

Gas -Less Educational 310 GC with CCD from Buck

This video shows the operation and installation of Gas-less Educational 310 gas chromatograph (GC) with catalytic combustion detector (CCD) detector from Buck Scientific.

Zwick robotic testing system 'roboTest R' with two Zwick pendulum impact testers PSW750 and temperature baths for notched bending impact tests according to Charpy with metal specimens according to standards like (EN 10045, ASTM E23)

LUMOS FTIR Microscope from Bruker

In this video Fred Morris, Product Manager from Bruker describes the LUMOS FT-IR microscope. The LUMOS used for visual inspection and infrared spectral analysis of micro samples with highest comfort.

A video clip showing the future of lightweight material, Magnesium. Alloy composing of titanium alumina are already in existence for the construction industry. A new lightweight material is required for automotive and aerospace industry. Magnesium which is the lightest of all metal display many potentials. The video demonstrate the properties of magnesium (Mg), the challenges associated with using magnesium (Mg), the characterization and processing of these lightweight magnesium alloys.

Agilent Technologies' Shelley Begley demonstrates their portable system for determining dielectric properties of liquids. The system centers around a portable network analyzer and ca be used for measuring properties such as permittivity and loss tangent.

Overview of the IBIS Nanoindentation System from Fischer-Cripps Laboratories

This short video provides an overview of the IBIS Nanoindentation system from Fischer-Cripps Laboratories. It includes the technology and capabilities of the nanoindentation testing system.

MCR Rheometers from Anton Paar

At the heart of the Anton Paar MCR rheometers is an electrically commutated synchronous motor which stes standards in efficiency and accuracy. This technology allows the precise measurement of delicate samples. The principle of operation of the EC synchronous motor is explained, as is the importance of a high resolution optical encoder which measures tiny deflections.These combine to give a high sensitivity rheometer.

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This video shows the MB3600-CH10, a FT-NIR analyzer for oleochemicals applications from ABB.

How the Terranova-MRI works - Introductory NMR & MRI from Magritek

In this video Paul Callaghan from Magritek discusses the working of Terranova-MRI. The key principles of this instrument are demonstrated in this video.

Objective Imaging Turboscan Function from QImaging

This video shows the objective imaging Turboscan function from QImaging, which is operating as a plug-in to Image-Pro Plus.

In-House Fixture and Tool-Making Capabilities for AFW’s Friction Welding Equipment

This video shows in-house fixture and tool-making capabilities for American Friction Welding’s (AFW) friction welding equipment. AFW has a fully -equipped tool-making and in-house fixture room with experienced welding tool and die-makers.

Compression Test on Eggs Using Instron System

This video shows the compression tests performed on Nellie’s cage free eggs and Pete & Gerry's organic and heirloom eggs using Instron testing machine.

Handheld XRF Analyzers for Scrap Metal Applications

This video demonstrates the Innov-X range of handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers and their important application for scrap metal recycling. The portable device can determine chemical composition of metals in just seconds. It also has an in-built database permitting alloy identification.

Demonstration of the VESTA Localized Thermal Analysis System from Anasys Instruments

Kevin Kjoller, Vice President of Product Development at Anasys Instruments demonstrates how easy the VESTA localized thermal analysis system is to use.

Inventor of C-Therm's Sensor Tech Wins the Top Award for Innovation

The development of the modified transient plane source technique by C-Therm Technologies (formerly Mathis Instruments) represents a paradigm shift in thermal measurement. The technology is capable of rapidly testing a wide range of materials in measuring thermal conductivity and effusivity (thermal inertia). With virtually no restrictions on sample size, C-Therm's sensor technology allows thermal testing of materials not previously possible.

MicroActive Data Analysis Software - BJH Silica from Micromeritics

The MicroActive reporting software - BJH Silica from Micromeritics report helps users to evaluate isotherm data interactively from the company’s ASAP, TriStar, and Gemini gas adsorption devices. The user can view updated textural properties by just moving calculation bars with the cursor. The software gives one-click access to key important parameters and results can be viewed graphically on the screen.

Ultrasonic Testing of Concrete Using the Pundit Lab from Proceq

The Pundit Lab from Proceq is a portable ultrasonic tester for concrete. It is able to detect uniformity of concrete, cavities, cracks and defects.

Demontration of the Versatile Nanoindentation Testing Platform from CSM Instruments

The Nanoindenation platform is a versatile system available in two configuations that allow you to build a device tailored ot your specific requirements. You can incorporate various testing modules such as: Nano and microindentation; Nano and microscratc; and Micro/nanoscratch. You can also choose between imaging systems suc as a: Video microscope; AFM; or profilometer.

SisuROCK Hyperspectral Core Imaging Station from Specim

This video demonstrates the SisuROCK imaging system from Specim. SisuROCK is a fully automated hyperspectral imaging instrument for easy and high speed scanning of drill cores and other geological samples.

Introduction to Tribology and UMT from Bruker

This video shows the introduction to tribology and Universal Mechanical Tester (UMT) from Bruker.

Installation of Buck Scientific BLC20 Isocratic HPLC

This video demonstrates the installation of Buck Scientific BLC20 isocratic high performance liquid chromatograph (HPLC) with PeakSimple software and viable wavelength detector.

TRIDION-9: World’s Smallest GC-TMS System from Torion

This video shows TRIDION-9, the smallest GC-TMS system available in the market.

DMA-RH Accessory from TA Instruments

This video shows the new DMA-RH Accessory from TA Instruments. The new DMA-RH Accessory is designed for use with the Q800 dynamic mechanical analyzer (DMA).

Robotic Testing System for Heavy Plates from Zwick

This video shows the roboTest P, a robotic testing system for testing the thickness of heavy plates up to 50mm from Zwick.

Operation of Rolera Bolt Scientific CMOS Camera in NIS Elements Software from QImaging

This video shows the operation of the QImaging Rolera Bolt scientific CMOS camera.

Seatbelt Tensile Test Using Instron 5569 System

This video shows the seatbelt tensile test performed using Instron 5569 system equipped with Bluehill 2 software and an advanced video extensometer on a seat belt.

Versette Pipetting Workstation from Thermo Scientific

In this video Russell Herbert, Laboratory automation specialist from Thermo Scientific demonstrates the working of Thermo Scientific Versette Pipetting process. Versette is a compact automated liquid handler that fits a wide range of research laboratories.

SurPASS Electrokinetic Analyzer form Anton Paar

This video shows Anton Paar’s SurPASS electrokinetic analyzer, which is exclusively designed to study the zeta potential of macroscopic solids based on a streaming current and streaming potential measurement.

Comparison of Micropipette Noise Levels using Herzan TS-140

This video taken at Heinrich Lab, UC Davis depicts the difference in micropipette noise levels by measuring the quality of application without isolation and with a Herzan TS-150 active vibration isolation system inside the NanoVault enclosure.

eXpert 5603 Universal Testing Machine from ADMET

This videos shows ADMET’s eXpert 5603 single column universal testing machine being configured for a simple plastic tensile test. The rigid testing machine has a detachable actuator and is highly configurable.

Using the Niton XL3t Handheld XRF Analyzer in the Mining Industry

Jon Shein from Thermo Fisher Scientific provides a demonstration of how the Niton XL3t handheld XRF analyzer can be used as a valuable analytical tool for the mining industry. He shows how it can be used to analyze rock and mineral samples and outlines how the Niton XL3t can be connected to positioning systems to spatially map regions in minerals exploration applications.

F1 Rear Impact Trial Test at Cranfield Impact Centre.

This video shows F1 rear impact trial test at the Cranfield Impact Centre.

The Malvern Mastersizer 3000 Particle Size Analyzer

The Mastersizer 3000 from Malvern Instruments replaces the Mastersizer 2000 particle size analyzer. Julie Chen gives us a run down on the new features and operation of the Mastersizer 3000.

Start Measurement by LUMOS from Bruker

This video shows the start measurements by LUMOS from Bruker Optics. The LUMOS is a FT-IR microscope with an integrated FT-IR spectrometer.

Small Sample Adapter from Brookfield

This video briefly illustrates the features and uses of the Small Sample Adapter (SSA) from Brookfield Engineering. Sample volumes in the order of 2 to 16 mL can be measured precisely using the SSA at defined shear rates.

Niton FXL Portable X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer from Thermo Scientific

Jon Shein from Thermo Scientific Niton Analyzers introduces us to a new concept in XRF analyzers. The Niton FXL combines the ease of use of a handheld XRF analyzer with the performance of a lab grade instrument. The Niton FXL is a fully portable instrument that can operate using batteries or AC power.

Thwing Albert’s FP-2255 Friction/Peel Tester

This video shows a friction/peel tester, the FP-2255 from Thwing Albert. This tester is mainly specified for COF (co-efficient of friction), 180° peel, 90° peel, and T-Peel tests using the 90° and 180° peel fixtures.

The µscan Explorer Optical Surface Profilometer from Nanofocus

We speak to Dr. Christian Wichern from Nanofocus about their µscan Explorer Optical surface profilometer. This instrument is used for surface metrology and features a motorized stage, high resolution and fast scanning ability.

MicroPublisher for Quality Color Images in CellSens Software from QImaging

This video from QImaging demonstrates how to use the MicroPublisher with the HDR mode in CellSens software to acquire high quality color images.

Thwing Albert’s Puncture Fixture

This video displays a puncture fixture available from Thwing Albert>. This puncture fixture is designed to meet the standard test method, the ASTM D4833, for measuring the index puncture resistance of geomembranes and related products.

Carl Zeiss’ Light Sheet Fluorescence Microscope Images Zebrafish Heart

This video shows how the Carl Zeiss light sheet fluorescence microscope system images the heart of a 2-day old zebrafish over long periods of time, providing maximum frame rates with reduced light exposure.

ISO 37 Elastomer Tensile Strength and Elongation Test

This video demonstrates the ISO 37 elastomer tensile strength and elongation test from ADMETestSystems. This test method is used for determining the tensile properties of the elastomers.

Mass Spectrometer for TGA Applications - MAX300-LG from Extrel

James Brenner from Extrel shows us the MAX300-LG, which is a mass spectrometer for TGA (thermogravimetric analyzers). It can be retrofitted to any TGA on the market.

Measurements of Protein and Polymer Microrheology Using Zetasizer Nano ZSP

This video illustrates how microrheology measurements of proteins and polymers are taken on the Zetasizer Nano ZSP with advanced software from Malvern Instruments.

Three-Point-Bend-Test Using Instron 5544 System

This video demonstrates a three-point-bend test performed using Instron 5544 system on a specimen. Instron 5544 system is a universal testing machine for compression and tension testing.

PathoDxtra Strep Grouping Kit from Thermo Scientific

In this video Julie Elston, Global Market Manager, Immunodiagnostics, Thermo Scientific talks about the PathoDxtra Strep Grouping kit.

Insight Awards 2013 for Physical Sciences Category from Andor Technology

This video shows the award winning photograph of oscillating microtubule bundles in physical science category, which was taken by Stephen DeCamp.

How a Kelvin Probe Works by KP Technology

KP Technology's Prof. Iain D. Baikie explains how a Kelvin Probe works.

How to Detect Defects in Buildings using Infrared Technology

Infrared is a powerful non-invasive technique to monitor the condition of buildings. This video describes how the infrared monitoring system is used to detect defects in various buildings.

The Cilas 1190LD Particle Size and Shape Analyzer

John Kuehl form Cilas gives us a run down on their 1190 particle characterization system. The 1190 incorporates a laser diffraction particle size analyzer and a particle shape classifier.

TA Instruments' Nano DSC Cell Design

This video shows the superior cell design of Nano DSC (differential scanning calorimeter) from TA Instruments.

Interview with Robert Strehle, Industry Manager Academia of Zwick - Part 2

This video is the first part of an in depth interview with Robert Strehle, Industry Manager Academia, Zwick at the testXpo - 19th Forum for Materials Testing at Zwick in Ulm. This video discusses high temperature testing.

Viscosity Defined

The concept of viscosity is defined. Both Newtonian fluids and non-Newtonian fluids are considered as is the effect of temperature.

MB3600-CH20 FT-NIR Chemicals Analyzer from ABB

This video shows the MB3600-CH20, a FT-NIR chemicals analyzer from ABB. This chemical analyzer is used for the analysis of polyols, ethoxylates, glycols, urethanes and general chemicals.

Immunohistochemistry Starter System - Expert Insight from Thermo Scientific

In this excerpt Tyler Liebig talks about the Thermo Scientific PT Module, which offers a starter Immunohistochemistry system.

The Aqualog Simultaneous Absorbance and Fluorescence EEMS from Horiba

Adam Gilmore from Horiba shows us their all new, first to market Aqualog, simultaneous absorbance and fluorescence EEMS (excitation emission matrices) system. It uses a CCD as the detector making it 100 time faster than other instruments. This means that measurements that may have taken several minutes can now be completed in just seconds.

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