Material Testing Insights
Read articles by our experts and guest authors on the practical implications of regulations, scientific advancements, and the ideal uses of different analysis methods.
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Biocompatibility testing of medical devices according to ISO 10993
Some biocompatibility testing according to ISO 10993 is typically needed to bring new medical devices to market in the EU and the US.
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
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.
August 15, 2022
Plastic food contact material regulations and testing in the EU
EU regulations require plastic food contact materials to be tested for harmful substances that may migrate from the material to food.
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August 4, 2022
How to determine the biobased content of materials
How is bio-based carbon content determined with AMS, how to interpret the results correctly, and assess the bioproportion of the final product.
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July 8, 2022
Thin film thickness measurements – guidelines for method selection
When are XRR, ellipsometry, and cross-sectional SEM and TEM the correct method to choose for your film thickness measurements?
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