Previous Training

PHENOM SEM WORKSHOP 

10th & 12th & 13th APRIL 2018 – QLD

This workshop aimed to present the latest Phenom ProX desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). New insights were discussed and users were invited to experience the Phenom SEM instrument via scheduled demonstrations and “hands on” time for sample analysis. Applications included Forensic investigation, Material characterisation, Metallurgy, Process control, Pharmaceutical, Industrial research and more.

On show
Phenom ProX Gen 5 – Desktop SEM with enhanced imaging performance (up to 150,000x magnification and <8nm resolution, BSD, SED, EDS – particle, pore & fibre metrology), plus fully integrated x-ray analysis (EDS), fastest time to imaging (<30sec) and “never lost” navigation.

For more information or if you would like a free demonstration, please contact us.

Program Details  – 10 April       Program details – 12/13 April

13th – 23rd MARCH 2018

Understanding wettability, adhesion, cleanliness and surface free energy and interfacial rheology.

This workshop introduced a number of different surface based nanoscale characterisation methods from Biolin Scientific. These are powerful tools when developing advanced materials in implants, hydrophobic surfaces, composites, etc. Talks focused on the latest techniques for analysing real surfaces and interfaces and how to measure wettability, adhesion and other features of heterogeneous surfaces with varying topography. Talks were followed by live demonstrations and sample analysis.

If you missed our workshop or if are interested in taking a closer look using your own samples, please contact us with your details of your intended application.

Program details

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16 & 17 November 2017

Western Sydney University, Parramatta South, AMCF,  EHA. G49 (MAP)

This showcase presented the latest Phenom Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) series and new accessories. Both new and existing users were invited to participate during a series of demonstrations which were followed by additional “hands on” time for sample analysis.

Demonstrations included the:

• New Phenom ProX Gen 5 – The latest desktop SEM with enhanced imaging performance (up to 150,000x magnification and <8nm resolution), plus fully integrated x-ray analysis (EDS), fastest time to imaging (<30sec) and “never lost” navigation.
• Phenom XL SEM – Superfast and easy to use and provides high resolution imaging with elemental analysis of large samples up to 100mm x 100mm.
• Phenom GSR SEM – Automated Gun Shot Residue analysis &fully integrated elemental (EDS) detection.
• New Eucentric Sample Holder – Unique option for quickly and safely tilting and rotating samples while imaging.
• New Tensile stage – Examine how materials will react when they are pulled apart or pushed together.
• Filter holder/ Resin mount holder – For multiple sample analysis.

Phenom SEM showcase flier

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14/15 June, 28/29 June, 18/19 July, 16-18 August  2017

ADELAIDE     BRISBANE      PERTH      AUCKLAND

A series of training courses focused on the Malvern Mastersizer and Malvern Zetasizer instruments were run in Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland. 

Training provided users with the opportunity to learn how the instruments work, how to make reliable measurements and how to interpret data. Hands-on practical sessions delivered important maintenance and sampling procedures.

These training courses will be hosted again in the near future at venues depending on the level of interest received.  Contact us now to reserve your seat.

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15-30 March 2017

SYDNEY       MELBOURNE

We recently hosted a series of training courses focused on the Malvern Mastersizer and Malvern Zetasizer instruments. Courses were run in both Sydney and Melbourne and provided users with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in achieving reliable particle sizing.

Both training courses are one day events that help users understand how the instruments work, how to make reliable measurements and how to interpret data. Important maintenance and sampling procedures are also covered in practicals.
The training courses will be hosted at other venues around Australia and NZ from June 2017 depending on the level interest received. Contact us now to reserve your seat.

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March 2017

Earlier this year Jenny Andersson of Insplorion visited Australia to present a short seminar on the technology behind Acoulyte, and the benefits that the multi-technique measurement regime can bring to the study of surfaces.

Wet mass and visco-elastic properties of films can be accurately determined using quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D) technique. Characterisation of the samples in the dry state, however, requires a separate undertaking in the form of SPR, elipsometery, reflectometry, etc.

Now, the arrival of Acoulyte paves the way for the most direct approach to orthogonal interrogation of interfaces by applying the QCM-D and SPR techniques on the same sample at the same time! This not only reciprocally reinforces the validity of the data but also significantly reduces time and effort otherwise required to achieve similar results.