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Particle Testing Authority Opens European Laboratory in Munich, Germany And Is Led by Noted Scientist Dr. Torben Sick

Particle Testing Authority (PTA), a division of Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, today announced the opening of its European laboratory in Munich, Germany.

From Malvern Panalytical 1 Apr 2019

Stir Bars Made of Teflon can Introduce Errors into Standard Lab Reaction

The stirrers that are used to stir cream and coffee possibly do not make much difference to the drink. However, in a chemistry lab, using the wrong stirrer can end up skewing the science.

1 Apr 2019

Researchers Work on Liquid Crystals to Deflect Laser Pointer Attacks on Aircraft

It is a dangerous prank to aim a laser beam at an aircraft. The unexpected flash of bright light can incapacitate the pilot, endangering the lives of all aboard.

1 Apr 2019

Scientists Manage to Print Channel Structures in Glass

Quartz glass is the favored material for applications that necessitate long-term use because of its high mechanical and chemical stability and outstanding optical properties.

1 Apr 2019

Scientists Use Supercomputers to Design Proteins that Self-Assemble to Combine and Resemble Life-Giving Molecules

Red blood cells, also known as RBCs, are considered as amazing particles. These cells collect oxygen from the humans’ lungs and carry it throughout their body to sustain them.

1 Apr 2019

New North American Calibration Lab Saves Jofra Customers Time

AMETEK STC has announced that they have expanded their A2LA accredited calibration lab and repair department in San Luis Obispo, CA, to now include temperature calibrators. This means that all JOFRA temperature calibrators can now be serviced in California, rather than Denmark, saving North American customers valuable time.

From AMETEK STC 1 Apr 2019

New Intrinsically Safe Multi-Range Pressure Calibrator

AMETEK STC introduces the new intrinsically safe HPC50 pressure calibrator. The new pressure calibrator is part of the company’s popular Crystal line of pressure products and offers its users time saving features like scaling, % error and flow calculations, as well as both internal and external pressure modules into a single handheld unit. The updated “advanced simplicity” interface, also makes the instrument easy to use without sacrificing features.

From AMETEK STC 1 Apr 2019

Research on Extending the Service Life of Coated Wood Products

Wood products like outdoor furniture and facades can have an extended service life if they get painted.

29 Mar 2019

Bioscientists Move Closer to 3D-Printed Artificial Tissues to Help Heal Bone and Cartilage

Bioscientists are advancing toward 3D-printed artificial tissues to help treat bone and cartilage usually damaged in sports-related injuries to elbows, knees, and ankles.

29 Mar 2019

Researchers Design Highly Efficient Aluminum–Graphite Dual-Ion Batteries at Low Cost

Dual-ion batteries (DIBs), in which cations and anions take part in the electrochemical redox reaction, are one of the most potential candidates that fulfill the demands of the cost-effectiveness of commercial applications.

29 Mar 2019

Innovative Technique May Provide Pre-Ignition-Free Operation without Compromising Engine Power

Designers of fuel-efficient engines are still plagued by a combustion issue that has troubled engine developers ever since the inception of the industry.

29 Mar 2019

Filtration Tool Box Helps Enhance Quality of Wide-Ranging Digital Inks

Advanced SupaPleat Plus ink filters from Amazon Filters address filtration challenges in digital inks, ensuring high-quality, defect-free printing processes.

From Amazon Filters Ltd. 29 Mar 2019

Xometry Seeks Nominees for Engineering Student of the Year Competition

Xometry, the largest online network marketplace for custom manufacturing, announced today that it is actively seeking nominees for its first annual Xometry Engineering Student of the Year Competition.

29 Mar 2019

Freeman Technology Update - Understanding Powders

Over the 20 years that Freeman Technology has been working with powders significant advances have been made in powder testing technology and in the efficiency of powder processing.

From Malvern Panalytical 29 Mar 2019

Nordson MARCH Introduces its FlexTRAK-SHS High-Capacity Plasma Treatment System

Nordson MARCH, a Nordson company, a global leader in plasma processing technology, announces the introduction of its FlexTRAK®-SHS automated plasma treatment system.

From Nordson MARCH 29 Mar 2019