Laboratory testing services

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 …

Time-of-Flight Elastic Recoil Detection Analysis (ToF-ERDA) can be used to measure the composition of solid samples quantitatively. It can be used for depth profiling. Tof-ERDA is capable of detecting all elements and distinguishing between …

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. The sample can be prepared with a metallic coating for non-conductive samples. For cross-section measurement, an …

X-Ray Reflectometry (XRR) analysis is used to measure the density, thickness, and roughness of films. For film thickness measurements, the thickness should generally be below 300 nm (depending on the material) and the roughness should be low (<5 nm). If …

In this analysis, the surface roughness value (RMS) of the sample is determined with atomic force microscopy (AFM). The price includes three measurement points from the sample. The measurement area is 5 x 5 micrometers, if not agreed otherwise. In …

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

Grazing Incidence X-ray diffraction (GI-XRD) measurement of thin film samples.

Grazing Incidence X-ray diffraction (GI-XRD) measurement of thin films + X-ray reflectometry (XRR) analysis of thin films. Results include density (g/cm³), thickness (nm), and roughness (nm) values. For XRR, the thickness should generally be below 100 nm and …

VPD ICP-MS allows the determination of trace metal contamination on the surface of wafers. The full surface of the wafer is scanned during the analysis. VPD ICP-MS analysis is performed using acid to dissolve the top surface of the wafer. The standard metal analysis includes the …

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

Imaging of the sample with transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and determination of the elemental composition of the sample using electron dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX or EDS). Several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overview of the sample. …

Ellipsometry is an optical technique that characterizes polarized light reflected from a sample's surface. The thickness or the refractive index of the layer can be measured with this technique. This ellipsometry measurement is used to characterize thin films or …

Imaging of the sample with transmission electron microscope (TEM). Typically, several images with varying magnifications are taken to get a good overview of the sample. TEM allows nm-resolution images. Solid samples often require FIB preparation, which is not included in the price. …

XPS is a semi-quantitative technique that allows the measurement of the elemental composition of the surface of materials. In addition, it can also determine the binding and electronic state of the atoms. XPS is a surface-sensitive technique. …

Determination of trace metal contamination in thin films on silicon wafers. Different methods can be used depending on the material and substrate. Please, contact our expert to discuss the feasibility of the measurement for your matrix.

Preparation of a sample using Broad Ion Beam (BIB). It can be used to smooth surfaces or make good-quality cross-sections to observe samples by SEM.

This test follows the TAPPI Test Method T559. It assesses how fluorochemicals, or other surface treatment chemicals, which can make paper both resistant to oil (organophobic) and water (hydrophobic), …

XPS is a semi-quantitative technique allowing to measure the elemental composition of the surface of materials. In addition, it can also determine the binding state of the atoms. If you wish to perform this test, please ask the …

During this analysis, the surface of a smooth and hard sample is imaged with an atomic force microscope (AFM). Topological images are provided from several locations around the sample. The measurement area is 5 x 5 micrometers, if not agreed otherwise.

Determination of a solid surface's contact angle with liquids. The price includes three analyses. Practically any liquid can be used as long as the liquid does not affect the surface and the surface tension of the liquid is known.

Nano Scratch Test of thin film samples. Typical measurement includes overview image of the scratch track (surface damage) and determination of critical load values.

Time of flight - secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) is an analytical technique that provides information about the extreme surfaces of solid materials. It can be used for elemental and molecular analysis as well as surface mapping. It can also be used as a …

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 method measures the diffuse blue light reflectance factor of paper and board by the ISO 2470-1 standard. The test is limited to white and near-white samples. The measurement is used to determine the whiteness level of …

Surface energy determination using contact angle measurements.

Focused Ion Beam (FIB) preparation is performed on the sample. It allows to cut samples very precisely in order to observe them by TEM or SEM imaging. The price includes only the FIB preparation.

The grease resistance of paper and board is determined by establishing the time taken for a simulated “fat material” (palm kernel oil) to penetrate (break through) the sheet of paper or board. …

This method is used to determine the opacity (paper backing) of paper by diffuse reflectance. The test is suitable for papers and boards that contain fluorescent whitening agents, as long as the UV content of the radiation incident on the test …

Measurement of roughness or edge sharpness by optical profilometry.

Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry (RBS) can be used to measure the composition of solid samples quantitatively. The method can be used for depth profiling. RBS is used for the analysis of heavier elements and can be combined with ToF-ERDA when …

Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry (RBS) can be used to measure the composition of solid samples quantitatively and can be used for depth profiling. RBS is used for the analysis of heavier elements and can be combined with ToF-ERDA when lighter …

Multiple methods to determine paper's or board's roughness exist. The most typical tests are: - The Bendtsen method (ISO 8791-2) - For papers and boards that have a Bendtsen value between 5 and 3000 ml/min. Not suitable for papers with high air permeability. …

Determination of B and P in Borophosphosilicate glass.

Group delay dispersion (GDD) and group velocity dispersion (GVD) are critical parameters for understanding how the propagation time and speed of light pulses change with frequency or wavelength as they …

Determination of metal concentrations on ALD thin films using LA-ICP-MS. The measurement includes the analysis of the following elements: Ag, Al, As, Au, B, Ba, Be, Bi, Br, Ca, Cd, Ce, Co, Cr, Cs, Cu, Dy, Er, Eu Fe, Ga, Gd, Ge, Hf, …

Determination of metal concentrations on ALD thin films using LA-ICP-MS. The standard analysis package includes the quantification of the following elements: Ca, Cr, Cu, Co, Er, Fe, Ge, Pb, Mn, Mo, Ni, K, Na, Sn, Ti, Ta, Zn, …

The CIE whiteness test measures the whiteness of paper or board under the CIE D65 daylight standard. The method gives the complete visible spectral range (VIS) information about whiteness, unlike the ISO ( ISO 2470 ) method, which operates only …

The method measures the coefficients of starting and sliding friction of plastic films and sheeting when sliding over the same or another material. The testing procedure is based on the ISO 8295 standard. The …

This test is used to measure the color of paper and board by the diffuse reflectance method with spectral gloss elimination as outlined in standards ISO 5631-1 and ISO 5631-2. The method is not suitable for papers that …

Surface resistivity testing of clothing or gloves. Standardised test method for protective clothing with electrostatic dissipation for preventing incendiary discharge.

This method provides the measurement of the specular gloss of paper at an angle of 75° to the normal of the paper surface. Although its chief application is for coated papers, the test may also be used for glossy uncoated papers such as …

This test determines the penetration of greases and oil, commonly found in foodstuffs. The test can be used to evaluate and grade the usability of greaseproof papers and vegetable …

Determination of a metal concentration on an ALD thin film using LA-ICP-MS. The measurement includes the analysis of one element, which is selected upon odering. Values will be reported in ppm (μg/g).

Automated thermal desorption gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (ATD-GC-MS) is a very sensitive method for wafer surface organic contamination analysis, providing low detection limits and a wide …

The smoothness of a paper or board sample is determined with the Bekk method. This test is recommended especially for smooth grades and is not recommended for samples over 0.5 mm thick or very permeable papers. The results …

Time-of-Flight Elastic Recoil Detection Analysis (ToF-ERDA) can be used to measure the composition of solid samples quantitatively. It can be used for depth profiling. Tof-ERDA is capable of detecting all elements and distinguishing between …

The influence of temperature, chemical reactions, radiation, etc. can make white or colorless materials such as art equipment, paper, and paints yellow. The yellowness number indicates the change in the yellow value of a sample due to one …