Posts by Ning Ning
HOW TO TEST PLASTIC MATERIAL PROPERTIES?
Here is a list of common test methods used to evaluate plastics. They tell you how to check tensile and flexural properties, stiffness, impact, hardness, flammability, etc. Where applicable, ASTM specs are given as sources for more detailed information.
Read MoreMicroplastics Virtual Forum
Microplastics have been found in our oceans, drinking water, and food supply brought about by pollution and manufacturing practices. These particulates can be smaller than the eye can see, and their impact on our environment and our health need to be studied.
Read MoreWebinar: Melt Flow Indexers and how to get accurate and repeatable test results
Date: 18th August 2021 Time: 08.00 am-09.00 am (Malaysia Time) Key learning objectives: Introduction to Melt Flow Indexer and working principle Why do measure Melt Flow Rate and how does it improves the manufacturing process Discuss the different types of test standards, methods & results How to get accurate, repeatable MFI test results Live Q&A…
Read MoreWHAT IS DYNAMIC CONTACT ANGLE (DCA)?
When we talk about “Dynamic Contact Angle” (DCA), there are two quite different subjects that may be addressed:
– Time-Dependent Contact Angle (tDCA)
– Motion-Dependent Contact Angle (mDCA)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) FOR MELT FLOW INDEXER (MFI)
How Does Melt Flow Indexer Works? It heats and compresses thermo-softening resin, then measures resin extrusion rate through an orifice, under carefully carefully controlled conditions such as..
Read MoreOptimizing The Rheology of Pharmaceutical Formulations
Date: 16th June 2021 Time: 03.00pm-04.00pm (Malaysia Time) Webinar Overview: Formulating pharmaceuticals often involves balancing almost contradictory requirements, eg. a cream should not be too low in viscosity, but still spread well; nasal sprays should atomize fully, but at the same time remain in situ after application; injectable drugs need to be low enough…
Read MoreFrom Exo-suit to Space Suit – Composites Usage and Development within Exoskeleton Technology
Date: 16th June 2021 Time: 10.00pm-11.30pm (Malaysia Time) Webinar Overview: This webinar explores the innovative use of current and future composites, in the development of exoskeleton technology, in the company of Dr Matt Dickenson, Senior Lecturer of Engineering at the University of Central Lancashire. Dr Dickenson is currently developing a groundbreaking exosuit, utilising 3D…
Read MoreJoin Us for Spectroscopy Week
Date: 24-27th May 2021Time: 10.00pm-1.30am (Malaysia Time) Event Overview: Research, production and analytical laboratories worldwide rely on spectroscopy and other characterization tools for the rapid development of new innovative materials and the efficient qualitative and quantitative analysis of those materials. This is evident in areas such as forensics, polymers, food & beverage, and pharmaceuticals. With…
Read MoreMICROPLASTICS ANALYSIS WITH FTIR & RAMAN SPECTROSCOPY
What are Microplastics? A microplastic is a small piece of plastic that is <5 mm in size. Plastics that measure under 100 nm are regarded as nanoplastics. The presence of microplastics in the environment and our food chain is of growing concern. This has led to increased testing for the presence of microplastics in a…
Read MoreThe Concept of Fully Automated HPTLC Analysis on the Example of Sugars in Honey
Date: 21st April 2021 Time: 10.00pm SGT Event Overview: High-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) is the method of choice for the analysis of complex and variable samples. Conventionally, manual user intervention is necessary between each step of the HPTLC workflow. With the CAMAG HPTLC PRO System, the era of full automation throughout the entire workflow begins.…
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