Materials Webinars

Featured Materials Webinars

Materials Characterization by Thermal Analysis

Thermal analysis comprises a group of techniques in which a physical property of a substance is measured as a function of temperature whilst the substance is subjected to a controlled temperature program (ICTAC definition of thermal analysis).

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

KF titration: Troubleshooting

Get helpful tips and tricks on troubleshooting in Karl Fischer titration: stabilizing the drift values, cleaning and storing KF electrodes, sample preparation, and more.

From Metrohm AG 13 Sep 2018

Efficient Cryogenic Grinding - Practical Tips

For industries and research applications which require homogenization of material samples which are sticky, sensitive to temperature, or elastic; cryogenic grinding is a highly appropriate option, if properly performed.

From RETSCH GmbH 26 Jul 2018

Thermal Analysis of Food

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Food", we describe a number of interesting application examples that demonstrate the use of thermal analysis techniques in fields such as food processing, food storage conditions, and food quality in various segments of the food industry.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermoplastics – Characterization by Thermal Analysis

Thermal analysis is an excellent method for identifying and characterizing thermoplastics because their properties are strongly dependent on temperature.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Organic Compounds

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Organic Compounds", we describe a number of techniques and methods that can be used to characterize their properties and effects under variable conditions.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Medical Materials

Medical materials and compounds can be characterized using various thermal analysis techniques. Thermal Analysis is an excellent method of testing many different chemical and physical properties such as the glass transition temperature, moisture content, composition, long-term stability and a material’s behavior during decomposition.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Validation in Thermal Analysis

According to ISO 17025, Validation is the confirmation by objective evidence that the requirements for a specific intended use are fulfilled. In other words, validation demonstrates fitness for purpose.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Solid Form Quantification – A New Benchtop Solution

Quantification of components in solid mixtures like formulated materials is crucial in material sciences. Especially in the pharmaceutical industry, API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) form quantification plays a central role from early drug development to manufacturing.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 14 Dec 2018

High Speed Spectroscopy – New AVANCE NEO

The Bruker AVANCE III HD delivered cutting-edge, sophisticated NMR performance that has been adopted by labs across the world.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 19 Apr 2017

Productivity Gain Through Titration Automation

However your titration tasks are executed at the moment there is always room for improvement. Automation of different steps involved in a titrimetric analysis not only saves time and money, but also makes the analysis operator-independent and significantly enhances accuracy and precision.

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

Understanding and Controlling the Rheology of Particulate Dispersions

In this guest webinar, Professor Howard Barnes aims to provide a simple understanding of this situation, and highlights how to bring about a more desirable rheology when necessary.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Characterization of Thermosets by Thermal Analysis

Thermal analysis is an excellent method for the identification and characterization of thermosets because their properties are strongly temperature dependent.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

A technology breakthrough: why CMOS-based detectors are changing the way we use EBSD

Following its launch in early 2017, the Oxford Instruments Symmetry® EBSD detector has made a significant impact in the microanalysis community.

From Oxford Instruments NanoAnalysis 25 Apr 2018

Webinar - Material Sciences in Biomedical Fields

This webinar details exiciting applications of surface characterization techniques in the biomedical field.

From Anton Paar GmbH 11 Jun 2018

Characterization of Elastomers by Thermal Analysis

Thermal analysis is an excellent method for the characterization of elastomers because their properties are strongly dependent on temperature.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Confocal Microscopy In Materials Science

Learn in this webinar how you can profit from the combination of confocal and light microscopic widefield imaging in a laser scanning microscope dedicated for materials applications.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 5 Oct 2017

Thermal Analysis of Composites

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Composites", we describe a number of typical application examples that illustrate how thermal analysis can be used for the routine testing and development of modern composite materials based on polymers in various industry segments.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Focus on Battery Research - The Importance of Particle Size Analysis

Batteries are used in an increasing range of applications, from portable electronics to electric vehicles. This increasing range of applications requires high performance battery materials that provide long lasting, light weight, fast charging and stable power sources. Particle size is a critical factor in battery performance.

From Malvern Panalytical 5 Nov 2019

Good Titration Practice in Petrochemicals

From the ground to the engine of a vehicle, the quality control of petrochemicals is critical in every stage of the process. Water sensitivity of petrochemicals as well as their non-aqueous solubility requires special handling of the samples and specific sensors and solvents used in their analysis.

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

Efficient Grinding Processes in Laboratory Ball Mills - Useful Tips

Several research processes require the use of ball mills to achieve sample pulverization. This technique is useful but could be even more so, provided its practice is optimized by knowing the tips and tricks of the trade associated with its use.

From RETSCH GmbH 26 Jul 2018

Characterizing and Optimizing the Particle Size and Shape of Metal Powders for Additive Manufacturing

In this webinar we discuss the importance of particle size and shape in terms of packing behavior and processing and how these parameters can be measured using Laser Diffraction and Morphological Imaging respectively.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

What is Surface Zeta Potential and How Do I Measure It?

This webinar introduces the concept of surface zeta potential, shows how it can be measured on the Zetasizer Nano using the surface zeta potential cell and discusses some recent applications.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Thermal Analysis of Electronics

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Electronics", we demonstrate how thermal analysis is used to characterize the thermal and mechanical properties of many types of components and products as well as to monitor production processes.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Biopolymers

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Biopolymers", we describe a number of techniques and methods that can be used to characterize the physical properties of biopolymers.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

OIT Measurements by Thermal Analysis

OIT measurements determine the oxidative stability of oils, polymers and foods. OIT techniques are thus frequently employed for process development and quality control.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

$A Comparison of Sieves and Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis$

A Comparison of Sieves and Laser Diffraction for Particle Size Analysis

In this presentation, we explore the practical aspects of sieving method – the advantages and disadvantages.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Kinetic Methods for Predicting Reaction Behavior

Kinetic methods are of fundamental importance for process development and the optimization of chemical processes. They provide us with information about the influence of temperature, time, concentration, catalysts, and inhibitors.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Determination of Glass Transition Temperature

The determination of glass transition temperature (Tg) is critical for understanding a material's properties. It indicates the temperature at which a substance transforms from a glassy state to a rubbery state or vice versa.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Determination of Specific Heat Capacity by DSC

DSC is a measurement technique commonly used for the determination of specific heat capacity because of its ease of use, short measurement times and because it provides adequate accuracy.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Good Titration Practice™ in Surfactant Titration

The surfactant content of chemicals involved in different process steps, lubricants, raw materials or finished products is crucial for quality assurance

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

Thermal Analysis in the Automotive Industry

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis in the Automotive Industry", we describe a number of interesting application examples that demonstrate the use of thermal analysis techniques in the automotive industry

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Pharmaceuticals

A number of interesting application examples, presented in the "Thermal Analysis of Pharmaceuticals" webinar, demonstrate the use of thermal analysis techniques in the pharmaceutical industry. These have to do with the measurement and testing of physical properties.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Good Titration Practice™ Polyols and Polymers

Polyols and resins are becoming more and more relevant in our lives. Not only used for making polymers, polyols see more use in construction materials, paints and bonding.

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

DMA Principles and Basic Applications

This webinar explains the basic DMA principles and at the same time introduces a high-performance DMA instrument for carrying out various applications.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis for Safety Evaluation of Chemical Processes

This webinar describes the various uses of thermal analysis for safety assessment in the chemical industry.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Inorganic Materials

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis Inorganic Materials", we describe a number of techniques and methods that can be used to characterize the physical properties of inorganic materials and compounds.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Calibration and Adjustment in Thermal Analysis

Regular calibration and adjustment is essential for every laboratory to help ensure the integrity of your results. The thermal analysis calibration and adjustment webinar by METTLER TOLEDO explains why regular calibration and adjustment are important during the lifetime of your instrument.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Controlling the Dispersion or Flocculation of Colloidal Suspensions Through Zeta Potential

This webinar will provide an overview of zeta potential and the mechanisms governing stability and instability.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Evolved Gas Analysis – Precise TGA Determinations

Evolved gas analysis is a method used to study the nature of volatile products released by a substance as it is heated. This can be done using many different types of techniques and equipment.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Cosmetics

The webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Cosmetics" presents relevant applications for the characterization of cosmetic products and preparations as a function of temperature.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Basics of Titration

In this on demand webinar we explain the basics of a widely used analytical technique. Titration is one of the most frequently used techniques in quantitative analysis, its use ranging across various industries.

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

The Power of a Planetary Ball Mill Combined with the Convenience of a Mixer Mill - Introducing the MM 500

This webinar discusses the capabilities of the MM 500, a combined planetary ball mill and mixer mill.

From RETSCH GmbH 29 Jul 2019

Webinar: Exploring the ATLAS Batch Furnace System

This on-demand webinar provides a close-up look at the features, benefits and technological advantages of the ATLAS single-chain batch atmosphere furnace.

From Ipsen 6 Sep 2017

DSC Analysis – Fundamentals and Applications

DSC analysis measures the heat flow produced in a sample when it is heated, cooled, or held isothermally at constant temperature. Melting points, crystallization behavior and chemical reactions are just some of the many properties and processes that can be measured by DSC.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

TOPEM – An Advanced Temperature-Modulated DSC Technique

METTLER TOLEDO offers three different techniques for performing temperature-modulated DSC measurements. They are known as IsoStep, ADSC and TOPEM®.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

KF titration: Fundamentals

Learn more about KF titration and the oven technique, the choice of a suitable reagent, and the difference between volumetric and coulometric titration.

From Metrohm AG 13 Sep 2018

Master Curve Construction – Exploiting the TTS Principle

Viscoelastic behavior depends on frequency and temperature, and there is a general equivalence between frequency- and temperature-related behavior during transition processes.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

HP DSC – Material Characterization at Elevated Pressures

HP DSC is widely used in many different industries such as the chemical, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, plastics, paints and adhesives, electronics, and food industries and in academia.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

TMA Technique – Basic Principles and Applications

The TMA technique is one of the most important thermal analysis techniques, complementary to the well-established DSC, TGA and DMA techniques. It is an excellent tool for studying the expansion behavior and softening temperature of various materials

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Understand How NMR Can Help to Prevent Honey Fraud

n this webinar, Thomas Spengler, Market Manager for Food, Feed & Beverage Solutions and Léa Heintz, Product Manager for the FoodScreener product platform at Bruker BioSpin, explain how the Honey-Profiling solution can provide a strong tool for the detection of honey fraud.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 27 Jun 2018

Thermal Analysis of Nanomaterials

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Nanomaterials", we describe a number of techniques and methods that can be used to characterize these materials and their effects.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Rheometer or Viscometer? Which One Do I Need and What is the Difference?

What makes a viscometer a rheometer and which instrument do I really need for my application?

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Good Titration Practice in Water Analysis

The analysis of water is crucial in many areas; waste treatment, water bottling operations, environmental studies and more. This presentation outlines the basic chemistry of water and the mechanics of key analyses such as pH, BOD, COD, alkalinity, hardness, etc…

From Mettler Toledo - Titration 9 Apr 2019

Zeta Potential - An Important Parameter for Controlling Formulation Stability and Product Performance

In this webinar Dr Ana Morfesis gives an overview of zeta potential and its measurement and explain how this important parameter can be used in product development to enhance product stability and performance.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

TGA Technique – Basic Principles and Applications

The TGA technique measures the mass of a sample as it is heated, cooled or held at a constant temperature in a defined atmosphere. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) is ideal for characterizing the thermal properties of materials

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Raman Spectroscopy Adds Chemical ID to Particle Analysis

This webinar will discuss the growing interest in combining Raman spectroscopy to image-based particle analysis techniques, in order to provide fast, non-destructive chemical identification of the particles.

From HORIBA Scientific 18 Dec 2017

A Guide to Technologies Used For The Analysis of Particulates in Injectable Drugs

This presentation provides a comprehensive review of current and recently-developed technologies which can be used for the assessment of particular content in therapeutic formulations.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Overlay and Organize Images From Any Source to Connect Your Multi-modal Data

Watch the webinar and learn how to use ZEISS ZEN Connect software to analyze your multi-modal microscopy data in context. Get unique insights, gain efficiency and save time – no matter whether you are a materials researcher at university, a multi-user facility or an industrial lab.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 10 Apr 2019

Practical Tips for Efficient Laboratory Sieving Processes

This webinar advises on the practical tips available for efficient laboratory sieving processes.

From RETSCH GmbH 30 Jul 2019

Demo at Your Desk - Rotational Rheometry with Kinexus

During this webinar I will demonstrate the Kinexus rheometer and some of its typical measurement systems (geometries) and accessories.

From Malvern Panalytical 18 Jul 2019

Thermal Analysis of Tires

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Tires", we describe a number of techniques and methods that can be used to characterize the physical properties of tire tread compounds.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Pharmaceutical Applications of EPR Spectroscopy

The development of a successful therapeutic drug requires thorough characterization of its shelf-life, which is crucial to ensuring correct dosage and patient safety.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 13 Feb 2018

A-TEEM™ Molecular Fingerprinting: A New and Exciting Spectroscopy Technique

A-TEEM has already proven in many cases to be more effective in protein, vaccine, wine and water research, quality and process applications than HPLC and vibrational spectroscopy.

From HORIBA Scientific 18 Dec 2017

Thermal Analysis of Petrochemicals

In the webinar titled "Thermal Analysis of Petrochemicals", we describe a number of examples that illustrate how thermal analysis can be used to investigate the physical properties and behavior of petrochemicals.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Raman Spectroscopy and Photoluminescence of Defects and Impurities in Crystals

Raman spectroscopy and photoluminescence are sensitive to the presence of defects and impurities in crystals.

From HORIBA Scientific 18 Dec 2017

Polymer Crystallization Investigated by Thermal Analysis

Understanding polymer crystallization is essential for improving production processes, optimizing material properties, developing new materials and failure analysis.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Dynamic Light Scattering in 30 Minutes

The presentation will summarise how the technique works, what its size and concentration limits are and discuss its advantages and disadvantages.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Soil Analysis Spectral Data Processing with the ASD FieldSpec®

This webinar focuses on processing spectral data for soil analysis utilizing the Malvern Panalytical ASD FieldSpec® 4 Hi-Res: High Resolution spectroradiometer.

From Malvern Panalytical 17 Jul 2019

DSC-Microscopy, Chemiluminescence, and Photocalorimetry

This webinar explains how these combination techniques work, including DSC-Microscopy, and illustrate each of them with a number of exciting applications.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

AZtecLive: A revolutionary approach to SEM-EDS Analysis

See how AZtecLive can radically change the way you approach sample investigation in the electron microscope.

From Oxford Instruments NanoAnalysis 6 Dec 2017

PFG Diffusion NMR on Batteries and Polymers

Ion mobility in battery electrolytes strongly influences battery performance. Multi nuclear diffusion NMR allows direct observation of the mobility of different ions, because they contain different nuclei (1H, 19F, 7Li, 23Na, …) independently detectable by multi nuclear NMR.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 6 Mar 2018

Quality Control by Thermal Analysis

Quality control by thermal analysis is used to inspect products for irregularities that could compromise their quality. For example, by checking the level of crystallinity and the magnitude of the glass transition of an injection-molded part, one can measure the effects of cooling within the mold.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Rapid DSC – The Exciting New World of Flash DSC

The results of measurements obtained using conventional DSC instruments frequently depend on the heating or cooling rates used. For example, if you want to investigate the behavior of materials in technical processes, such as for example crystallization processes in injection molding, the heating rates used for the measurement must be comparable to those that occur in the actual process.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Tailoring the Microstructure of Dry Powder Inhaler Formulations for Improved Drug Delivery

Detailed particle characterization, including shape and size analysis and chemical identification, enables thorough understanding of drug formulations.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Dec 2017

TGA-Sorption Analysis – Principles and Applications

TGA-Sorption analysis yields valuable information to help study the effects of moisture on material properties.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

DSC Purity Determination

DSC purity analysis of substances in drugs or foodstuffs is an important issue. In general, substances with significant amounts of impurity may produce unexpected reactions, lose their efficiency, or create toxic compounds. In the worst case, even just a few percent of an impurity could be toxic or even lethal.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

21 CFR Part 11 Compliance with Thermal Analysis Software

21 CFR Part 11 compliance is obligatory for all healthcare industries that manufacture or export their products in or to the U.S. market.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

Textile Characterization by Thermal Analysis

The textile industry in is one of the most rapidly developing areas today. Continuous development in the methods used for textile characterization serve to address growing consumer expectations

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

The Basic Principles of Particle Size Analysis

This webinar will be based on that Basics document and will be presented by the author of “The Basic Principles of Particle Size Analysis" – Dr Alan Rawle.

From Malvern Panalytical 12 Sep 2017

Thermal Analysis Applied to the Field of Renewable Energy

In recent years, renewable energy resources have become widely accepted as a way to help solve the world’s potential energy crisis. Developments are progressing rapidly and new materials employed in the field of renewable energy require adequate quality control.

From Mettler Toledo - Thermal Analysis 27 Jun 2018

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