Introducing the BTA Frontier

We are excited to announce the release of our newest instrument, the BTA Frontier, a self-contained breakthrough analyzer, with this dedicated webinar exploring the key capabilities and benefits of the groundbreaking analyzer. Employing Breakthrough Analysis, the BTA Frontier opens up new possibilities in the field of carbon capture, VOC capture, and a range of gas/vapor separation and filtration studies. Featuring multi-component capabilities, without the need for a mass spectrometer, the BTA Frontier will greatly expand your research potential.

In this exclusive webinar, BTA product manager Dr. Lisa Sun will explore the features of the BTA Frontier and take the audience through a practical case study of how this new instrument can be employed to analyze a material’s potential for CO₂ and VOCs capture.

Join us for this special upcoming webinar where renowned Materials Characterization Experts, Dr. Dan Burnett and Dr. Anett Kondor, will go beyond the basics! Exploring both DVS and iGC techniques, this detailed session will explore the numerous ways researchers can employ these advanced characterization techniques beyond their core functions to predict a range of different material properties. Read the full abstracts below, and sign up free now!

Dr. Dan Barnett, Surface Measurement Systems NA

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Dr. Anett Kondor, Surface Measurement Systems

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Join us for this special upcoming webinar where renowned Materials Characterization Experts, Dr. Dan Burnett and Dr. Anett Kondor, will go beyond the basics! Exploring both DVS and iGC techniques, this detailed session will explore the numerous ways researchers can employ these advanced characterization techniques beyond their core functions to predict a range of different material properties. Read the full abstracts below, and sign up free now!

Dr. Dan Barnett, Surface Measurement Systems NA

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Dr. Anett Kondor, Surface Measurement Systems

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Join us for an exciting webinar where we will unveil the latest breakthrough in permeation measurement technology—the MPA Horizon. This cutting-edge instrument sets a new standard for accuracy and efficiency in evaluating gas and vapor permeation through various membranes and barrier polymers. Attendees will gain exclusive insights into how the MPA Horizon’s innovative features can enhance research and development processes across industries, from packaging and carbon capture to fuel cells and polymers.

In this session, our chief developer for the instrument, Dr. Sean Mcintyre, will demonstrate how the MPA Horizon can significantly improve your ability to measure permeation rates with unmatched precision. You’ll learn how this new instrument integrates advanced materials science and engineering principles to deliver faster, more reliable results. Guest speakers will also join the workshop to demonstrate their findings and insights in the field of membrane analysis and new materials. Read the full program and abstracts below.

Measuring Gas and Vapor Permeation Through Membranes and Barrier Polymers
Dr. Sean McIntyre, Surface Measurement Systems
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Gas and Vapor Diffusion and Solubility Data From Membrane Permeation Measurements
Dr. John M. Zielinski, Intertek Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Allentown, USA
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Temperature-dependent Crystallization Behavior of Poly(lactic acid) Films Induced by Ethanol
Prof. Rafael Auras, Michigan State University
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Multi-lab Study on the Pure-gas Permeation of Commercial Polysulfone (PSf) Membranes: Measurement Standards and Best Practices
Sunshine Iguodala, Imperial College London
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Expand your understanding in sorption material analysis for carbon capture materials development as we provide innovative solutions for evaluating their effectiveness and applications in the field of carbon capture, supported by published data. Discover the power of complementary techniques including the DVS Carbon, DVS Vacuum and the BTA Frontier, designed to deliver unparalleled insights into kinetic data, competitive effects, and displacement phenomena under real world conditions. By bridging the gap between research and processing conditions, these cutting-edge techniques provide a comprehensive analysis of multicomponent systems, setting a new standard and a novel benchmark for precision and reliability in carbon capture research.

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to advance your expertise and revolutionize your approach to the comprehensive analysis of sorption materials used in carbon capture. Join us as we showcase how our advanced methodologies pave the way for more accurate and insightful evaluations, ultimately driving progress and innovation in the field.

The first SMS webinar of 2024 will feature a titan of the sorption research community delivering key insights into the use of specific polymers in membrane applications.

Prof. Peter M. Budd, Department of Chemistry at University of Manchester, will join us to explore his exciting findings into the potential for Polymers of Intrinsic Microporosity (PIMs) in advanced membrane applications. By enabling the production of materials with improved long-term performance and enhanced permeability, key issues facing gas separation, carbon capture and energy efficiency can be addressed.

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With an opportunity to have your queries answered by Prof. Budd directly in a live Q&A, this is an unmissable opportunity to learn from one of the world’s leading polymer scientists.

Understanding the chemistry of gas-solid interactions is vital to determining how Volatile Organic Compounds are transported through geologic materials under different temperatures and humidity conditions. Inverse Gas Chromatography has proved an invaluable tool in understanding these interactions, especially when measured against usually heterogeneous geologic materials.

We are happy to be joined by leading expert Dr. Elizabeth H. Denis of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory to explore new research in the field of physicochemical characterization of geologic materials. In this session, Dr. Denis will describe how this technique was employed to analyze key physicochemical parameters used for modelling subsurface gas transport.

With an opportunity to engage our speaker directly in a live Q&A, this is a great opportunity to see iGC in action, and gain insight from a leading researcher actively employing the technique in the field.

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In the fight against climate change, DAC has emerged as a promising solution to remove carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, offering a sustainable pathway to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. This free-to-attend webinar brings together leading experts in the field who will explore the latest advancements in DAC technology, with a particular focus on the role of adsorption processes.

Researchers from Imperial College London will discuss recent findings and key technological considerations for advancing Direct Air Capture (DAC) through adsorption. This will be followed by a presentation from Dr. Paul Iacomi, Product Manager of DVS Carbon, who will provide detailed practical case studies showcasing DAC in action using advanced sorption instrumentation.

All speakers will be present for Live Q&A and open roundtable discussion after the main agenda. This session is free to attend, so seize the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of Carbon Capture and gain insights from leading researchers in this dynamic field.

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Key Technological Considerations for the Advancement of Adsorption-Based Direct Air Capture
Speakers: Hassan Azzan, Lucy Barton, Ashlyn Low, Prof. Camille Petit, Imperial College London
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Influence of humidity on CO₂ solid sorbent performance: insights and challenges
Speaker: Dr. Paul Iacomi, Surface Measurement Systems
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Round Table Discussion

Join this upcoming webinar to discover new insights and research into the vital property of Surface Area, and it’s measurement and analysis in the development of pharmaceutical materials, featuring a world-leading expert on Sorption Science, Dr. Daniel J. Burnett (Vice President, Surface Measurement Systems).

Surface area is a commonly measured property of pharmaceutical powders/particles/granules. Traditional surface area measurements are typically performed using volumetric Nitrogen or Krypton sorption isotherms. These measurements must be performed at cryogenic temperatures and under high vacuum.  For many organic solids, biomaterials, and polymers, these conditions can artificially induce structural and phase changes. 

Inverse Gas Chromatography (IGC) is another sorption technique that can routinely measure surface area for a wider range of materials.  Unlike volumetric techniques, IGC surface area measurements do not require high vacuum and can be performed at ambient temperatures.  In addition, IGC can measure surface areas at controlled relative humidity conditions.  For these reasons, IGC can directly determine surface areas of pharmaceutical ingredients at relevant storage and processing conditions.  Also, surface areas can be determined without exposing the sample to pressures and temperatures that may induced irreversible structural changes. 

In this review presentation, several case studies focused on measuring the surface areas of pharmaceutical and organic materials will be introduced.  Work will be highlighted by recent investigations from SMS, as well as a review of previously published work from other groups. Register free now!

With the release of the DVS Carbon, researchers now have a powerful, purpose-built tool for characterizing materials for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) applications. With unique measurement and engineering capabilities, we are excited to demonstrate what this new instrument can do!

In this webinar, Product Manager Dr. Paul Iacomi will take the audience through the unique features of this innovative instrument, before having a closer look at the DVS Carbon’s capabilities in action. Case studies on the instrument’s applications, including Direct Air Capture and Post-combustion Capture, will show how to utilize the DVS Carbon in your own research.

The audience will also be given the opportunity to have their questions on the DVS Carbon and CCUS applications answered by the speaker in a live Q&A. Register free now.