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SEM vs TEM: How to choose the most suitable electron microscopy technique for your application

SEM vs TEM: How to choose the most suitable electron microscopy technique for your application

Scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy are both powerful techniques for high-resolution imaging, but they have some key differences.

PFAS regulations in the EU: overview of restrictions and compliance testing options

PFAS regulations in the EU: overview of restrictions and compliance testing options

The use of toxic PFAS compounds has been regulated in the EU for over a decade, with restrictions getting stricter each year.

EN 13501-1 standard for fire classification of construction materials: Overview of performance classes & criteria

EN 13501-1 standard for fire classification of construction materials: Overview of performance classes & criteria

In most cases, several reaction-to-fire tests are required to determine the correct fire performance class for construction products according to EN 13501-1.