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Next-Generation Molecular Separations Powered by Modern Materials

Chemical separation processes make up nearly 15% of the total global energy consumption. Among the drivers for more efficient, mass separation processes that could greatly decrease that number is the development of advanced molecularly-selective synthetic membranes.

27 Jan 2017

Scientists from Harvard Successfully Create Metallic Hydrogen

Harvard scientists have successfully created the rarest material on the planet, nearly a century after it was theorized. This material could eventually become one of the worlds most valuable.

27 Jan 2017

H.C. Starck Tantalum Processing once again Certified Conflict-free

H.C. Starck maintains its conflict-free tantalum certification, emphasizing transparency and sustainability in its raw materials strategy and recycling efforts.

27 Jan 2017

Spectro Scientific Releases New Version of FluidScan Handheld Infrared Oil Analyzer

Spectro Scientific, one of the worldâ€™s largest suppliers of oil, fuel, and processed water analysis instrumentation and software, has introduced Version 5 of its FluidScanÂ® portable infrared oil analyzer technology. FluidScan oil chemistry analysis enables users to determine when oil is no longer fit for use due to liquid contamination or other degradation. Lubrication abnormalities are a major cause of equipment downtime and failure.

From AMETEK Spectro Scientific 27 Jan 2017

SIMS Analysers for Surface Characterisation

Secondary ion mass spectrometry(SIMS) is a versatile, highly sensitive technique for compositional analysis of surfaces from the atomic layer level to profiles through depths over 100’s of nanometres. The technique utilises surface probing by a beam of energetic ions to displace and ionise surface atoms for acquisition and identification of both positive and negative secondary ions by mass spectrometry.

From Hiden Analytical 27 Jan 2017

Excelitas Technologies Introduces New µPAX-2 Pulsed Xenon Light Source

Excelitas' µPAX-2 delivers microsecond-duration pulses of broadband light, ensuring exceptional stability and reliability for spectrophotometry and analytics.

27 Jan 2017

Free Webinar “How To Calculate A Pair Distribution Function With Panalytical’s Highscore Software Suite”

PANalytical, one of the world’s leading suppliers of analytical instrumentation and software for X-ray and related techniques, announces their free webinar ‘How to calculate a pair distribution function with PANalytical’s HighScore suite’ on February 16, 2017 presented by Dr. Marco Sommariva, Application Competence Center - Team Leader XRD, PANalytical B.V., the Netherlands.

27 Jan 2017

Bruker Acquires Leading Nanoindentation Company, Hysitron

Bruker recently announced that it has obtained Hysitron, Inc., a leading technology company dealing with the development, manufacture, and sale of nanomechanical test instrumentation.

27 Jan 2017

CleanTech by Laser Photonics: New Laser Systems Clean and Prepare Surfaces Safely and Quickly

Fonon Corporation (OTC: FNON) today announced the release of the CleanTechâ„¢ product line for surface preparation, paint removal, and surface cleaning. Marketed under the Laser Photonicsâ„¢ brand, the CleanTech laser systems offer a non-abrasive cleaning process that is safer and more eco-friendly. This is a distinct advantage over costly traditional methods such as chemicals or abrasive blasting systems which also have a negative environmental impact, hazardous fumes, or can wear on the substrate and damage the material.

26 Jan 2017

Grauling Research Announces New Vacuum-Pump Rebuilding Service

Grauling Research, Inc., announces new vacuum-pump rebuilding service and remanufactured pump sales for thin-film coating companies, semiconductor, and industrial equipment manufacturers. The company offers warrantied pump rebuild services for a wide variety of vacuum pumps, including rotary vane pumps, rotary piston pumps, dry pumps, scroll pumps, and blowers.

26 Jan 2017

High-Tech Protector for Electrical and Electronic Devices Saves Money and Combats Corrosion!

A powerful cleaner from Cortecâ€™s EcoSonicÂ® line - Electronic Cleaner/Protector powered by Nano-VpCIÂ® provides instant, long-term, multi-metal corrosion protection. This new high-tech protector is designed to fight destructive effects of corrosion of complex, sensitive electronic and electrical equipment. More importantly, it saves money by reducing labor time, extending product life, and eliminating downtime due to corrosion. As a multi-metal, multifunctional outdoor cleaner and corrosion inhibitor it protects vulnerable electrical or electronic components exposed to moisture and other aggressive environments.

From Cortec Corporation 26 Jan 2017

Production Monitoring for Zero Defect Output

Kistler Instruments will be holding a free production monitoring seminar/workshop at the Holiday Inn, Solihull on the 1st March 2017. Hands on workstation sessions will provide practical insight into the application of force, pressure, torque and surface strain sensors using the Kistler maXYmos production monitoring systems for zero defect manufacturing.

From Kistler Instrumente AG 26 Jan 2017

ACS Motion Control Joins Forces with PI

The acquisition of ACS further demonstrates PI’s technical leadership and marketplace focus to provide OEMs with complete customized motion systems solutions.

From PI (Physik Instrumente) LP 26 Jan 2017

Morgan Advanced Materials Develops New Materials for Use In Aerospace Components

Following extensive research and development, Morgan Advanced Materials has successfully produced two new materials which offer superior performance and higher casting yields when used in injection-moulded ceramic cores for the aerospace market.

From Morgan Advanced Materials 26 Jan 2017

New Bio-Inspired Adhesive Material can be Remotely Controlled by UV Light

Adhesive mechanisms can be observed in the natural world as seen in geckos and other animals that use it to walk upside down on the ceiling. These natural mechanisms have several benefits: for instance they are eternally strong adhesive - and without any residues or glues.

25 Jan 2017