Laboratory testing services

Determination of microplastics in wastewater using Raman spectroscopy. The results of the analysis will specify different types of polymers by size, for example, 1–50 µm, 50–100 µm, 100–500 …

Imaging of the sample using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX or EDS). Typically, several images are taken with varying magnifications to get a good overview of the sample. An EDX mapping, line scan, or point measurement is …

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by laser diffraction (LD). The analysis is performed on solid samples. The method can analyze particle sizes from ~0.4 µm to 2000 µm. The …

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by Laser Diffraction (LD). Analysis can be performed on dispersions or solids that can be dispersed in water or organic solvents. The method …

Imaging of the sample using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Typically, several images are taken with varying magnifications to get a good overview of the sample. Non-conductive samples can be prepared with a metallic coating to allow imaging. For cross-section measurement, …

An accredited method that utilizes micro-Raman spectroscopy. The analytical report will list different types of polymers detected and their distribution by size (1–50 µm, 50–100 µm, 100–500 µm, >500 µm). This analysis can only be …

BET (Brunauer–Emmett–Teller) analysis to determine the specific surface area of solid materials.

The particle size distribution (PSD) and shapes of the particles are determined using image analysis. The method is suitable for particles sized 10 - 3,000 µm. Image analysis characterizes particle shapes, such as …

Particle size distribution (PSD) is determined from scanning electron microscope (SEM) images of around 150 particles. Depending on the particle shapes, the method includes calculations on the diameters or lengths and widths of the particles. In …

Measurement to determine ten common plastic types (PE, PP, PS, ABS, PVC, PET, PC, PMMA, PA6, PA66) with pyrolysis-GC/MS. In the method, microplastics are separated from the sample and reported in µg/l of individual polymer …

The measurement determines ten common plastic types (PE, PP, PS, ABS, PVC, PET, PC, PMMA, PA6, PA66) with pyrolysis-GC/MS. In the method, microplastics are separated from the sample and reported in µg/l of individual …

Determination of particle size distribution (PSD) by dynamic light scattering (DLS). Analysis can be done from dispersions or solids that can be dispersed in water or organic solvents. The method is …

N2 adsorption analysis to determine specific surface area and pore size of solid materials.

Particle size analysis with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The analysis is performed in conformity with the …

Measurement to determine the powder flowability index according to ASTM D6393 standard for bulk solids characterization. The method includes the measurement and calculation of the following: Angle of repose, Aerated bulk density, Packed bulk …

Qualitative or comparative analysis of crystalline powders using X-ray diffraction (XRD). The analysis is only suitable for materials with at least one crystalline phase.

The following analyses are included in this nanoparticle analysis package, intended to characterize nanoforms according to the REACH Regulation. Particle size distribution and aspect ratios by SEM-EDX Preparation with isopropanol, Sample …

Determination of volume-specific surface area (VSSA) for the identification of nanoparticles. VSSA can be calculated from the specific surface area obtained by N2 adsorption and the BET method and effective density obtained by He …

Determination of the zeta potential of the particle-solvent interface. Analysis can be performed on dispersions or solids that can be dispersed in water or organic solvents.

Test of 1 bottle at 20oC with Malvern Spraytec to characterize particle sizes between 0.1 µm to 900 µm with a standard distance between the nozzle and the laser beam. The results are reported for 3 repeat shots. Particle size distribution histograms, …

Grain size analysis by mechanical sieving. The report includes % mass retained on different sieves. The sieves are starting from 0.063 mm. Please contact us for analysis in your size range.

Particle size distribution (PSD) is determined from transmission electron microscopy (TEM) images. The method is most suitable for small particles of 50 nm or smaller. Depending on particle shapes, the method includes calculating the diameters or …

Determination of inhalable and respirable dust fractions present in indoor air. The aerodynamic diameters of the inhalable and respirable dust particles are < 100 µm and < 4 µm, respectively. The price …

Analysis of pore size, pore volume, and porosity of a sample with the Hg intrusion porosimetry method. During the analysis, mercury is pressurized to intrude into the pores of the sample, and a volumetric measurement of the mercury that was pushed into …

Determination of microplastics in wastewater using FTIR microspectroscopy. The results of the analysis will specify different types of polymers by size, for example, 1–50 µm, 50–100 µm, 100–500 …

Analysis for determining the content of respirable quartz and other forms of respirable crystalline silica in products and materials. The results can be used for labeling purposes and to facilitate the …