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ASTM D7823 Method for Analyzing Regulated Phthalates in a Complex Matrix using Micro-Furnace Thermal Desorption-GC/MS

Learn how to identify and quantify the regulated phthalates in a complex matrix using micro furnace TD-GC/MS based on the ASTM D7823 method

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Quantification & Identification of Microplastics in Air Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

Microplastics in air samples are identified and quantified using the powerful Pyrolysis-GC/MS technique, featuring a multi-mode, micro-furnace pyrolyzer and a powerful microplastic software engine.

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Maximizing the Power of Spectroscopy in Your Regulated Analytical Laboratory

Infrared and Raman spectroscopy are ideal tools for verifying product quality, identifying unknown contaminants, and reverse engineering competitive products.

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Polymer Science A to Z: Getting Answers from FTIR and Raman Analyses

Let’s tackle the science of polymer analysis using the power of spectroscopy, including identification, quality control and reverse engineering.

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Analyzing VOCs in Indoor Air Using Magic Chemisorbers

In this experiment, we set out to perform VOC analysis in indoor air using our Frontier EGA/PY-3030D pyrolyzer and Magic Chemisorbers.

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Gas Analysis in Real-Time by MS

Take your engineering experiments to the next level with the power of “real-time”. Discover gas analysis in real-time by mass spectrometry.

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Characterizing Synthetic and Organic Textiles Using Flash Pyrolysis

How can you tell real versus fake leather? Join Application Scientist Khadiza Mom as she uses the Pyrolysis GC/MS technique for characterizing synthetic and organic textiles and determines the polymer content of leather-like materials.

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Overcoming Challenges in the Rapid Infrared and Raman Analysis of Forensic Evidence

We dive into some of the common challenges when performing rapid infrared and Raman analysis of forensic evidence.

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Reverse Engineering of Polymer Materials and Coatings by GC/MS Pyrolysis

During this webinar, we’ll explore the versatility of Pyrolysis GC/MS for reverse engineering of polymer materials, product development, and failure mechanisms of various polymers.

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Chemical Composition of Biomass Plastic Bags

Two types of commercially available biomass plastic bags are deformulated using a Frontier EGA/PY-3030D micro-furnace pyrolyzer, directly interfaced with a GC injector.

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Understanding ATR FTIR

This webinar is all about the Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) FTIR technique, and how it offers powerful sample data for virtually any compound or material.

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Rapid Catalyst Screening Using Tandem µ-Reactor GC/MS

This article describes how the Frontier Micro-Furnace Tandem µ-Reactor enables the rapid screening of laboratory-prepared catalysts, specifically carbon fiber reinforced plastic.

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What is Double-Shot and Heart-Cutting?

In this video, you will learn about the Double-Shot and Heart-Cutting modes of the Frontier multi-shot pyrolysis instrument.

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Discover Compounds with Proven MicroJet Cryo Trap

Learn about the fundamentals of the state-of-the-art Frontier MicroJet Cryo Trap.

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Identifying Peaks and Chemical Composition of Samples with F-Search

You have produced excellent data about your unknown sample using the Frontier micro-furnace. Now let the power of F-Search identify peaks and chemical composition with ease!

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Residual Solvents Analysis Using Agilent Intuvo 9000 GC with 8697 Headspace Sampler

In accordance with USP , residual solvent analysis was performed on an Agilent 8697 headspace sampler with the Agilent Intuvo 9000 GC.

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Discover the Power of the LUMOS II FTIR Microscope

The LUMOS II is a stand-alone FT-IR microscope that excels in failure analysis, material research and particle analysis. It is compact, precise and features ultrafast chemical imaging by FPA technology.

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Leveraging the Power of FT-NIR Spectroscopy in Polymer Manufacturing

Polymer manufacturing presents inherent challenges for developing analytical methods that can accurately measure both physical and chemical parameters in a fast, non-invasive, and accurate manner with no sample preparation.

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Rubber Tire Characterization Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

This article illustrates the power and simplicity of modern-day pyrolysis-GC/MS in a rubber tire’s material characterization.

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XRD and XRF for Your Material Characterization Needs

When it comes to XRD or XRF, how do you decide which technique is the best for your material characterization needs?

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Reverse Engineering and Quality Control via FTIR: The Staples of the Modern Analytical Laboratory

Vibrational spectroscopy techniques such as FTIR are versatile instruments that can provide a range of different approaches for reverse engineering analysis in product development.

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Forensic Analysis of Fibers Using FTIR Microscopy

FTIR Microscopy enables forensic examiners to identify both detailed visual information and simultaneous material identification when analyzing microscopic fibers.

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What are Thermoset Resins?

Fully cured, themoset resins are rigid, typically insoluble solid materials of high mechanical strength and high temperature stability.

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Analysis of Thermoset Resins Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

In this technical note, a thermoset resin’s chemical composition is analyzed using Pyrolysis- GC/MS.

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What is Additive Manufacturing?

There is a growing interest around the concept of additive manufacturing. Learn about the basics, advantages, and the future of this exciting process.

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Reverse Engineering of Materials Using FTIR Imaging

Reverse engineering, or deformulation, describes the process of dissembling a particular material and analyzing it.

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Material Characterization of Organic Pigments in Industrial Painting Using Pyrolysis

Overcome the challenges of characterizing organic pigments in industrial painting with the Frontier multi-shot pyrolysis solution.

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Rapid Screening & Comparison Analysis of Commercial Silicone in 3D Printing Elastomers Using EGA-MS

Silicone is an important elastomeric material used for a variety of applications requiring durability and chemical resistance.

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Analyzing Ceramic Composite Materials Using Pyrolysis

Learn how the Frontier Multi-Shot Pyrolyzer can be used for the analysis of ceramic composite materials in the automotive industry.

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Material Characterization of 3D Printing Polymers using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

This eBook is a compendium of application notes describing the use of Pyrolysis-GC/MS in the analysis of 3D printing polymers.

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Material Characterization in Automotive Industry Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

This eBook is a comprehensive guide for Pyrolysis-GC/MS technique and its use in the automotive industry.

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Rubber & Plastic Materials Characterization using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

This eBook offers a compendium of application notes describing the use of Pyrolysis-GC/MS to analyze rubber and plastic components.

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Deformulation and Failure Analysis of Polymers using Pyrolysis-GC/MS

Learn how pyrolysis-GC/MS can deliver better efficiency and accuracy in polymer deformulation and failure analysis applications.

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Reverse Engineering and Quality Control via FTIR

Learn how FTIR imaging systems can power and modernize a lab’s reverse engineering and quality control applications for materials analysis.

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Material Characterization of Compounded Rubber Using Double-Shot GC/MS

Identifying the polymers in compounded rubber by way of material characterization using double-shot GC/MS.

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Analyzing Phthalates in Plastics using Pyrolysis

Analyzing phthalates is becoming a more popular application due to the growing use of plasticizers to enhance product durability.

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Comparison and Failure Analysis of Oil-Based Inks

Subtle differences in polymer formulations are common, but they may not influence the overall performance of the final product.

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Analyzing Visual Defects Using FTIR Microspectroscopy

From incoming material verification to defect or contaminant identification, there is always a need to positively identify materials.

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Sample Identification Using FTIR Microanalysis

There are a number of industries and applications where being able to accurately identify the molecular structure and organic compounds of a sample is critical.

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XRD & XRF in the Pharmaceutical Industry

XRD & XRF in the pharmaceutical industry ranges from pre-formulation to quality control, and helps companies achieve their next discoveries.

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An Expert System for Interpreting Pyrolysis-GC/MS Data for Synthetic Paint Media

This webinar describes the use of an expert system for interpreting Pyrolysis-GC/MS data for synthetic paint media.

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5 Secrets of Detailed Polymer Characterization and Deformulation

This webinar explores the five secrets of detailed polymer characterization and deformulation using GC-MS.

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Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS in 3D Printing, Smart Coatings, and Nanomaterials

Join us to learn about Advanced Material Characterization using pyrolysis in 3D printing, smart coatings, and nanomaterials.

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Simplifying Pyrolysis for the Modern User

Outdated flash pyrolysis of polymeric materials is a thing of the past. Discover the power of multi-mode pyrolyzer systems for the modern lab.

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Vehicle Interior Air Quality Analysis – Analyzing that “New Car Smell”

The health impacts of the “new car smell” in the vehicle interior have led several countries to impose limits on the concentrations of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted from newly manufactured vehicles.

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Advanced Coatings and Deformulation with Pyrolysis-GC/MS

During this webinar with Paints & Coatings Industry magazine, we provide an overview of reverse engineering and deformulation protocols for advanced coatings using multi-mode Pyrolysis GC/MS.

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X-Ray Powder Diffraction: Pharmaceutical Solid-State Characterization

Overview of X-ray powder diffraction or XRPD for pharmaceutical solid-state characterization, with discussion topics that include common instrument geometries, best practices for sample preparation, and data analysis examples.

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ASTM D7823 Method for Analyzing Regulated Phthalates in a Complex Matrix using Micro-Furnace Thermal Desorption-GC/MS