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Zwick Testing Equipment Ensures Glass Fiber Fabric is Strong Enough for Building Application

When engineers decided to wrap the Zénith arena in Strasbourg, France, in a record breaking 15 000 m² of material, they had to be sure it was not going to break under the huge amount of tension required to hold it in place.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 19 Jun 2008

Carclo Receive First Production Order for PVOH Soluble Capsules

Carclo Technical Plastics is delighted to have received a first production order for PVOH soluble capsules from Agrimin Ltd. for supply into the veterinary market. Poly Vinyl Alcohol (PVOH) is a totally water-soluble mat...

19 Jun 2008

Medical Device Manufacturer Buys Plastic Injection Molding Specialist

Synergetics USA, Inc., a leading microsurgery company that designs, manufactures, and markets medical devices for use primarily in ophthalmic surgery and neurosurgery, today announced that it has purchased Medimold, Inc....

18 Jun 2008

New Mineral Discovered in Comet Remains

NASA researchers and scientists from the United States, Germany and Japan have found a new mineral in material that likely came from a comet. The mineral, a manganese silicide named Brownleeite, was discovered within ...

14 Jun 2008

AMETEK Acquire Manufacturer of High Speed Digital Imaging Systems

AMETEK, Inc. announced the acquisition of Vision Research, Inc., a leading privately held, manufacturer of high-speed digital imaging systems used for motion capture and analysis in numerous test and measurement applicat...

13 Jun 2008

Hih Speed Planet Penetrators Undergo Successful First Test

High speed ‘penetrators’ that could one day be used to breach the surface of planets have successfully passed their first test in the UK, accelerating to 700 miles per hour before striking their target. A team led by the University College London (UCL) test-fired the projectiles in Wales, recording a peak of 20,000 gee upon impact (where humans can survive up to 10 gee).

12 Jun 2008

Gold, Silver, Tin and Oxygen, Musics Most Popular Elements

The four chemical elements cited most often in musical songs and compositions are, in this order, silver, gold, tin and oxygen, followed by copper and iron, according to a recent study.

12 Jun 2008

Malvern Highlight the Value of Near Infrared Chemical Imaging for the Pharmaceutical Industry

In an interview recorded at IFPAC 2008, Dr Neil Lewis, Chief Technology Officer for Malvern Panalytical, and a pioneer in the field of chemical imaging, highlights the value of Near Infrared Chemical Imaging (NIR-CI) for the pharmaceutical industry.

From Malvern Panalytical 11 Jun 2008

PANalytical XRD System Allows Simultaneous Polymorph Screening and Structural Analysis for the First Time

The X’Pert PRO MPD X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD) system from PANalytical combines rapid data collection with unsurpassed data quality. This makes possible for the first time the use of a single analytical system for polymorph screening in combination with structural analysis.

11 Jun 2008

New Fully Automatic Creep and Stress Relaxation Tester from Elastocon

A new, fully automatic Creep and Stress Relaxation tester based on the Elastocon stress relaxation apparatus and triple temperature oven has been launched by the Swedish test equipment company.

11 Jun 2008

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Analysis News

Zwick Testing Equipment Ensures Glass Fiber Fabric is Strong Enough for Building Application

Carclo Receive First Production Order for PVOH Soluble Capsules

Medical Device Manufacturer Buys Plastic Injection Molding Specialist

New Mineral Discovered in Comet Remains

AMETEK Acquire Manufacturer of High Speed Digital Imaging Systems

Hih Speed Planet Penetrators Undergo Successful First Test

Gold, Silver, Tin and Oxygen, Musics Most Popular Elements

Malvern Highlight the Value of Near Infrared Chemical Imaging for the Pharmaceutical Industry

PANalytical XRD System Allows Simultaneous Polymorph Screening and Structural Analysis for the First Time

New Fully Automatic Creep and Stress Relaxation Tester from Elastocon

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

Defender™ Omega Handheld Raman Analyzer

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Exploring Wet Granulation in Tablet Manufacturing

Going the Extra Mile: Why Use Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers (ANFDs) Instead of Büchner Funnels for Solid-Liquid Separation

Choosing the Ideal Automotive Bonding Tape: Testing Methods for Optimal Performance

VOCs and SVOCs - How to Achieve Cleaner Air

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Analysis News

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

2New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

5Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

6Abundant Elements Enhance Lithium-Iron Battery Performance

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