<h3>Analytical Instruments Deserve More Than One Life</h3>Analytical instrumentation represents a major investment, and high-quality laboratory equipment often remains useful long after its original owner no longer needs it. LabRulez therefore connects the specialist <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/gcms">LabRulezGCMS</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms">LabRulezLCMS</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms">LabRulezICPMS</a> portals with the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/marketplace">LabRulez Marketplace</a> and our own service center in Prague, at the heart of Europe. Together, these activities combine expert information, laboratory technology, technical experience, and a more sustainable approach to analytical instrumentation.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/companies/1">LabRulez</a> was originally built as a specialist platform for analytical chemists. Today, its portals provide technical articles, application materials, webinars, conferences, product information, career opportunities, and an extensive library of scientific and technical documents.At the same time, another part of the LabRulez ecosystem has been growing steadily: the practical side of working with analytical instrumentation. This development led to the creation of the LabRulez Marketplace and, ultimately, to our own service center in Prague.<h4>From a Few HPLC Systems in a Garage to a Dedicated Service Center</h4>The story began on a much smaller scale than today. The first equipment consisted of just a few HPLC systems stored in a garage. Through close cooperation with experienced service engineers, laboratories, and scientific institutions in the Czech Republic and abroad, the operation gradually expanded.From those early beginnings, LabRulez moved through a roughly 30-square-meter laboratory to today’s 400-square-meter service center in Prague. Further growth is already planned, with the facility expected to expand to approximately 1,000 square meters.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_Support_center_Lab_Rulez_Prague_30972c3acc_0b8521daed.jpg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_Support_center_Lab_Rulez_Prague_30972c3acc_0b8521daed.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="3520" height="1980">Today, the center houses hundreds of analytical instruments, modules, and complete systems, together with thousands of spare parts and consumables.The main focus is on chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy, and related laboratory equipment, with technologies from Agilent Technologies, Waters Corporation, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Shimadzu, SCIEX, and many other leading manufacturers.<h4>Expertise Starts with People</h4>The value of a service center is not determined only by the number of instruments it contains. It depends just as much on the people who understand how those instruments are used in real laboratory environments.The LabRulez sales team, service engineers, and content specialists are trained analytical chemists with decades of combined experience across different areas of practice. This means we do not look at an instrument only as a model number or a set of specifications. We also consider the analytical method, sample type, required sensitivity, compatibility with existing laboratory infrastructure, availability of spare parts, and long-term serviceability.This is particularly important when purchasing pre-owned instrumentation. The lowest purchase price is not always the most important factor. Technical condition, configuration, support, and future operating costs may be just as critical.<h4>HPLC, UHPLC, and LC-MS Systems</h4>A significant part of the LabRulez Marketplace is dedicated to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=37">liquid chromatography</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=5">LC-MS instrumentation</a>.We offer new, pre-owned, and professionally refurbished HPLC and UHPLC systems, individual modules, and mass spectrometers. The portfolio ranges from reliable platforms for routine analytical work to advanced systems based on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=20">triple quadrupole</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=21">QTOF</a>, and Orbitrap technologies.Individual <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=60">pumps, autosamplers, detectors, column compartments</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/lcms/marketplace?category=369">ion sources, vacuum components, electronic modules</a>, and other accessories are also available.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_marketplace_9e45decf1d.jpeg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_marketplace_9e45decf1d.jpeg 197w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1264"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_marketplace_5_8e19fa8af8.jpeg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_marketplace_5_8e19fa8af8.jpeg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="900"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_Agilent_61xx_series_Refurbished_5336b41046_30690573bd.jpg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_Agilent_61xx_series_Refurbished_5336b41046_30690573bd.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="5712" height="4284">In many cases, replacing an entire instrument is not necessary. Because chromatographic systems are often modular, an existing setup can sometimes be repaired, upgraded, or expanded using a suitable module or replacement part.<h4>GC and GC-MS: From Routine Analysis to High-Resolution Platforms</h4>The same principle applies to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/gcms/marketplace?category=1">gas chromatography</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/gcms/marketplace?category=5">GC-MS</a>.The LabRulez portfolio includes conventional gas chromatographs equipped with standard detectors, single- and triple-quadrupole GC-MS systems, as well as GC/QTOF and other high-resolution platforms.The offering is complemented by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/gcms/marketplace?category=3">autosamplers, sample-introduction systems, headspace equipment</a>, gas generators, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/gcms/marketplace?category=7">GC columns</a>, accessories, and consumables.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_Agilent_Intuvo_9000_GC_System_S_SL_FID_G3950_A_60d45bdc35_e2131ff106.jpg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague - Agilent Intuvo 9000 GC systems" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_Agilent_Intuvo_9000_GC_System_S_SL_FID_G3950_A_60d45bdc35_e2131ff106.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1004">For laboratories that do not require the newest generation of instrumentation, a carefully inspected and properly configured pre-owned system can provide a highly cost-effective way to expand analytical capacity.<h4>More Than Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry</h4>Laboratory work depends on much more than chromatographs and mass spectrometers.The LabRulez Marketplace therefore also includes a broad range of general laboratory equipment, such as:<ul><li>pure and ultrapure water systems,</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/marketplace?category=295">analytical and laboratory balances</a>,</li><li>centrifuges,</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/marketplace?category=338">evaporators</a>,</li><li>vacuum equipment,</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/marketplace?category=219">UV-Vis spectrophotometers</a>,</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/marketplace?category=328">density meters,</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/marketplace?category=328">refractometers,</a></li><li>sample preparation systems,</li><li>and many other instruments used in everyday laboratory workflows.</li></ul>In these areas as well, extending the useful life of quality equipment can significantly reduce the cost of laboratory operation.<h4>Thousands of Spare Parts Under One Roof</h4>LabRulez provides new, refurbished, and professionally tested components for HPLC, UHPLC, GC, LC-MS, GC-MS, capillary electrophoresis, ICP-MS, and ICP-OES, among other technologies.These include components such as:<ul><li>pumps and pump assemblies,</li><li>valves,</li><li>autosampler components,</li><li>detectors,</li><li>ion sources,</li><li>vacuum pumps,</li><li>electronic and control boards,</li><li>power supplies,</li><li>sample-introduction components,</li><li>ion-optics components,</li><li>cables, sensors, and mechanical parts.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Lab_Rulez_marketplace_2_b474c13fcf.jpeg" alt="LabRulez: Service Center in Prague" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Lab_Rulez_marketplace_2_b474c13fcf.jpeg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="900"><blockquote>Professionally tested parts are supplied with a standard three-month warranty.</blockquote>The available inventory also extends beyond the items currently listed online. Many additional components can be sourced on request from the hundreds of systems and modules held in stock at the service center.For older analytical systems, access to the right spare part can make the difference between continued reliable operation and premature replacement.<h4>See, Test, or Rent Selected Instruments</h4>One of the advantages of having our own service center is the ability to work directly with the instrumentation before it reaches the customer.<blockquote>Selected systems can be viewed in Prague, tested during a practical demonstration, or rented.</blockquote>Depending on the project, LabRulez can help with selecting the right configuration, checking the technical condition of the system, and arranging transportation, installation, warranty, service, and long-term technical support.For the customer, purchasing pre-owned instrumentation therefore does not have to mean simply receiving a used instrument from storage. The objective is to provide equipment that can be realistically integrated into laboratory operations.<h4>What Happens to Instruments a Laboratory No Longer Needs?</h4>The same system also works in the opposite direction. Laboratories regularly end up with chromatographs, mass spectrometers, modules, or other laboratory equipment that is no longer required because of modernization, changes in analytical methods, completed projects, or laboratory restructuring.<blockquote>Through the LabRulez Marketplace, unused equipment can be submitted for professional evaluation, direct purchase, or resale.</blockquote>Instead of remaining in storage or being discarded prematurely, high-quality instrumentation can find a new user and return to active laboratory service.<h4>Extending Instrument Lifetime Makes Sense</h4>Modern analytical instruments require significant amounts of materials, energy, engineering, and highly specialized components to manufacture. At the same time, they are designed for many years of professional operation.<blockquote>Replacing them is therefore not always the only option.</blockquote>If an instrument can be professionally inspected, refurbished, upgraded with suitable modules, or repaired using available spare parts, it may continue producing high-quality analytical data for many additional years.This approach offers several advantages at the same time: lower investment costs for laboratories, longer availability of proven analytical platforms, reduced disposal of laboratory equipment, and more efficient use of technologies that have already been manufactured.<h4>LabRulez: Information, Technology, and Service in One Place</h4>By connecting specialist portals, the Marketplace, and the Prague service center, LabRulez creates an environment where technical information meets real laboratory technology.Laboratories can access application materials and know-how, follow new developments, search for instruments or spare parts, and at the same time offer equipment they no longer need.<blockquote>The idea behind it is simple:Analytical instruments deserve more than one life.Longer instrument lifetime. Smarter decisions. A more sustainable future for analytical chemistry.</blockquote>

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Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 5th October 2026? Check out new documents from the field of spectroscopy/spectrometry and related techniques!<blockquote>👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library">SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT SPECTROSCOPY/SPECTROMETRY RELATED TECHNIQUES</a></blockquote><blockquote>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques? Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezLCMS</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezGCMS</a> libraries.</blockquote>This week we bring you technical note by Agilent Technologies, application notes by LECO and Thermo Fisher Scientific and poster by Shimadzu / AOAC!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: ATR Sampling Accessories for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?instrumentationItems=89&amp;mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=635">Agilent Cary 635 FTIR</a> Spectrometer</h3>An easy and versatile way to perform FTIR measurements<ul><li>Technical note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/5991_6858_EN_bcf9447b77.pdf">Full PDF for download</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>Attenuated total reflectance (ATR) is the most widely used sampling methodology for Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. This popularity is due to its ability to quickly and easily measure a broad range of sample types, including liquids, solids, powders, semisolids, and pastes. The Agilent Cary 635 FTIR spectrometer uses a versatile modular concept, where precisely optimized sampling modules are attached to the front of the Cary 635 FTIR engine. Depending on the specific application or sample, different ATR sensors are used. Permanently aligned optics allow a wide range of modules to be swapped in seconds, with no user alignment. The Cary 635 FTIR accommodates a wide selection of ATR sensors, and features the ability to switch from one ATR sensor to another instantaneously.&nbsp;For most applications, single reflection zinc selenide (ZnSe), diamond, and germanium (Ge) ATR sampling modules are available for the Cary 635 FTIR. These modules are used with a sampling press, and are excellent for analyzing solid materials, as well as liquids, pastes, and gels. The diamond sensor is highly durable, and the best choice for harder materials. The ZnSe sensor is a good choice for softer solids. The Ge sensor, with a shorter pathlength, is the best choice for highly absorbing samples. In addition, the multireflection ZnSe ATR sampling module is a great option for the analysis of liquids, pastes, and gels, where extra sensitivity is&nbsp;needed.&nbsp;Because these sampling technologies are custom engineered for the Cary 635 FTIR, the analyst can have confidence in the results, whichever ATR sensor is chosen for their application. This custom engineering translates into the highest performance, sensitivity, and ease-of-use of any spectrometer in its class.<h4>ATR sensors for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?instrumentationItems=89&amp;mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=635">Cary 635 FTIR&nbsp;</a></h4>Whether your applications require the single reflection ZnSe, diamond or Ge, or the multireflection ZnSe, the Cary 635 FTIR delivers class-leading performance. Unlike other FTIR spectrometers that use third-party accessories, sampling technology for the Cary 635 FTIR is custom designed by Agilent engineers, and perfectly matched to the optical characteristics of the spectrometer. The rugged, no‑alignment design permits instantaneous exchange of these ATR sampling technologies, so that any sample type you might face will readily be accommodated.&nbsp;<h5>Zinc selenide (ZnSe) ATR modules&nbsp;</h5>ZnSe is a semiconductor-type material that has been used for many years as an ATR sensing element. It is relatively hard, has a broad wavelength range, and is insoluble in water. For this reason, it is an excellent choice for pliable solids, pastes, gels, and liquids. It can be used to analyze aqueous solutions in the pH 5 to 9 range. The Cary 635 FTIR has two variations of ZnSe sampling technology available: multireflection and single reflection sensors.&nbsp;<h5>Single reflection ZnSe ATR module&nbsp;</h5>Because of the relatively short pathlength of infrared light into the sample, this sensor is ideal for neat samples; that is, samples that are relatively concentrated or pure. The single reflection ZnSe module is a good choice for identification of softer materials, as well as viscous liquids. When measuring solids, such as polymer films, it can be used with the Cary 635 FTIR.&nbsp;<h5>Multireflection ZnSe ATR module&nbsp;</h5>The exceptional performance of the Cary 635 FTIR, combined with the increased pathlength of the multireflection ATR sensor, demonstrates a spectrometer system of unsurpassed sensitivity. Lower concentration components in pastes, gels and liquids can be measured. Solutes in diluted or concentrated aqueous solutions in the pH range of 5 to 9 can also be analyzed. Since the multireflection sensor is recessed slightly in its stainless steel holder, it is ideal for analyzing nonviscous liquid samples. This sensor is a superior choice when qualitative or quantitative measurements are required. It is not recommended for use with solid materials, since it is not used with the pressure clamp.&nbsp;<h3>2. LECO: Temperature-Dependent Determination of Total Organic Carbon (TOC) in Geological Materials</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/RC_612_TOC_GEOLOGICAL_MATERIALS_203_821_543_d525d35b59.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Total Organic Carbon (TOC) determination in geological materials—such as metal-bearing ores, oil shales, minerals, and aggregates—is routinely performed to assess organic matter content. This is an essential quality control procedure used to identify locations of natural hydrocarbon fuel deposits and to ensure the quality and compositional integrity of raw materials used in construction.&nbsp;The organic Carbon content of rock and shale samples is one of the most important parameters used in the evaluation of sediments as a potential source for petroleum or natural gas. TOC content controls the hydrocarbon generation potential of the rock and the content of adsorbed natural gas within the rock, as it is the source material responsible for the formation of natural hydrocarbon fossil fuel deposits.&nbsp;The determination of TOC is also an important quality control procedure used during the manufacturing of cement, from the raw material to the final product. TOC content is used to monitor the quality of raw materials such as limestone and shale and manage the kiln operation. This allows manufacturers to ensure that the final product meets the requirements necessary for optimal performance and compliance with environmental regulations.<h4>Instrument Model and Configuration&nbsp;</h4>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/1845">LECO RC612</a> is a multiphase Carbon and moisture determinator with a variable ramp furnace and a wide Carbon detection range that is specifically designed to differentiate various forms of Carbon by the temperature at which they combust or decompose. This capability facilitates the temperature differentiation determination of the different species of Carbon in geological materials. The following application note outlines the instrument parameters and procedure for temperature-dependent Carbon determination using the RC612.<h4>Typical Results</h4>The low Carbon calibration was performed utilizing a single standard, linear, force through origin calibration, using LECO 502-029 Synthetic Carbon (1.00 % C). The high Carbon calibration was performed utilizing a linear, full regression calibration, using LECO 502-030 Synthetic Carbon (4.99 % C) and LECO 501-034 Calcium Carbonate (12.01 % C). The results are reported on a dry basis.<h3>3. Shimadzu / AOAC: Rapid analysis of harmful heavy metals in pet food using EDXRF</h3><ul><li>Poster</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/aoac_2026_24_4b781e06d8.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>On June 1, 2009, the Act on Ensuring the Safety of Pet Food was enacted in Japan, and compositional standards for dog and cat food were established. The ordinance specifies maximum levels for toxic heavy metals in pet food: cadmium (Cd) ≤ 1 μg/g, lead (Pb) ≤ 3 μg/g, and inorganic arsenic (As) ≤ 2 μg/g.&nbsp;Although atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AA) and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) are commonly used for heavy metal analysis, they require complicated pretreatment such as acid digestion and skilled operators.&nbsp;In this study, we focused on X-ray fluorescence analysis, which enables simple and rapid pretreatment, and analyzed five elements: Cd, Pb, As, mercury (Hg), and selenium (Se). This poster presents the usefulness of X-ray fluorescence analysis for toxic heavy metals in pet food and discusses prospects.<h4>Methods</h4>An energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=altrace">ALTRACE</a> (EDXRF; Shimadzu Corporation), was used for the analysis (Fig. 1). Table 1 summarizes the analytical conditions.&nbsp;The main features of EDXRF are as follows:&nbsp;<ul><li>Samples can be analyzed directly or with only simple pretreatment, such as grinding.&nbsp;</li><li>Elements from sodium (11Na) to uranium (92U) can be analyzed.&nbsp;</li><li>Various sample types, including solids, powders, and liquids, can be analyzed.&nbsp;</li><li>Typical measurement times range from a few minutes to several tens of minutes.</li><li>Quantification limit is well below 1 ppm.</li></ul><h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>X-ray fluorescence analysis enables the determination of harmful heavy metals with simple sample pretreatment. ALTRACE, characterized by its high sensitivity, demonstrated a lower limit of quantification sufficient for analysis at the level of a few ppm, as well as good reproducibility.Since XRF is an elemental analysis technique, separate analysis is required to distinguish between the chemical forms of inorganic and organic arsenic; however, it is considered useful for the screening of hazardous heavy metals.<h3>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Characterizing carbon materials with Raman spectroscopy</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/D19504_cc33b312f3.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Carbon nanomaterials have revolutionized the field of material science in recent years. Individual carbon nanomaterials offer a wide range of useful properties pertaining to electrical conductance, thermal resistance, and exceptional strength, making them very interesting materials to a broad range of industries. The high-level of interest in the processing, modification, and customization of these materials has created a strong demand for techniques that can be used to characterize carbon nanomaterials. Raman spectroscopy is one technique that has proven to be very well suited to many of the characterization needs with these materials.&nbsp;Raman spectroscopy is most sensitive to highly symmetric covalent bonds with little or no natural dipole moment. The carbon-carbon bonds that make up these materials fit this criterion perfectly and as a result Raman spectroscopy is highly sensitive to these materials and able to provide a wealth of information about their structure. As we shall see, Raman spectroscopy is capable of discerning even slight changes in structure making it a very valuable tool in the characterization of carbon nanomaterials.<h4>Raman highly sensitive to morphology&nbsp;</h4>Raman spectroscopy is particularly well suited to molecular morphology characterization of carbon materials. Every band in the Raman spectrum corresponds directly to a specific vibrational frequency of a bond within the molecule. The vibrational frequency and hence the position of the Raman band is very sensitive to the orientation of the bands and weight of the atoms at either end of the bond. Figure 2 shows an example in which the Raman spectrum of diamond is compared to the Raman spectra of crystalline silicon and germanium. These spectra show us several things. First, note that in the case of diamond, where the material consists of highly uniform C-C bonds in a tetrahedral crystal structure, the Raman spectrum is very simple. It consists of only a single band because all of the bonds in the crystal are of the same orientation and strength resulting in a single vibrational frequency. We also see that the spectrum of diamond is easily distinguished from the spectra of silicon and germanium by the frequency (cm-1 position) of the band even though they share the same tetrahedral crystal configuration. The heavier atoms of silicon and germanium slow the vibrational frequency and shift the corresponding Raman band to lower frequency as well.&nbsp;<ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2239">Thermo Scientific DXR3 Raman Microscope</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2235">Thermo Scientific DXR3 SmartRaman Spectrometer</a></li></ul><h4>Conclusions&nbsp;</h4>Raman is a very powerful and valuable technique that can be of great benefit to characterization of carbon nanomaterials. Raman is particularly well suited to detect small changes in structural morphology of carbon nanomaterials making it an indispensable tool for many material scientists working with carbon nanostructures. Raman instruments are very fast and provide a great deal of flexibility in samples that can be accommodated. Every lab that is characterizing carbon nanomaterials will benefit from having access to Raman instrumentation.

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<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div>Are you having trouble with your ICP-OES or ICP-MS analysis? &nbsp;Do you need some advice on standard or sample preparation? Join this live session to ask your questions to our trace elemental analysis experts. Submit your questions at registration.<h5>Learning Points</h5><ul><li>An opportunity for you to ask our trace elemental analysis experts any of your burning questions</li></ul><h5>Who should attend?</h5><ul><li>Users looking to enhance their current trace elemental analysis</li><li>Users who are looking to overcome their current trace elemental analysis challenges within their laboratory</li><li>Users looking to gain more experience of trace elemental analysis</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Matthew Gregory (Field Application Scientist, EMEA North, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)After graduating from the University of Surrey with an MChem in Chemistry, Matthew has gained over 20 years’ experience of trace elemental analysis in industry, working in environmental and precious metal research laboratories. In 2018, Matthew joined Thermo Fisher Scientific as an Applications Specialist for the Trace Elemental Analysis product range in the UK and Ireland.Presenter: David Fishwick (Field Application Scientist, EMEA North, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)David joined Thermo in 2022 as an Applications Specialist for the Trace Elemental Analysis product range in the UK and Ireland. Prior to joining Thermo, David has gained experience of trace elemental analysis and chromatography in industry, working in GMP, GLP and UKAS accrediated R&amp;D and pharmaceutical laboratories. David holds a BSc in Chemistry from Bangor University.Presenter: Petra Gerhards (Regional Marketing Manager, EMEA, AAT, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Petra ist Diplom-Ingenieurin für instrumentelle analytische Chemie der Technischen Universität Krefeld/Deutschland. Seit mehr als 30 Jahren arbeitet sie auf dem Gebiet der Gaschromatographie und hat Erfahrung mit vielen Technologien im Bereich GC und GC-MS. Derzeit unterstützt sie in ihrer Position als EMEA Regional Marketing Manager Anwender und Kundenanwendungsteams in ganz EMEA.</blockquote></div></div></div>

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Are you looking for tools and resources to make your work as an analytical chemist more efficient? Join our upcoming webinar for a practical walkthrough of Agilent’s digital ecosystem and discover how to quickly find the information you need. We’ll show you how to navigate Agilent.com with ease and introduce key resources like the Agilent Community and Agilent University—designed to support your method development and everyday lab challenges. You’ll also learn how to quickly identify the right consumables for your atomic spectroscopy instruments and streamline your workflow. This session is a hands-on guide to getting the most out of Agilent’s resources, packed with useful tips and shortcuts to help you work smarter and faster.<blockquote>Presenter: Tina Harville (Inside Sales Specialist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)Tina Harville graduated from Clemson University with a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry where her research focused on Radio-Frequency Glow Discharge Atomic Emission Spectrometry (RF-GD-AES). She began her career as an ICP-OES development chemist at a precious metals testing laboratory. She joined Varian, and later Agilent, as an applications engineer supporting both Flame and Furnace AA, MP-AES and ICP-OES, doing both pre- and post-sales work. In 2017, she joined the Online Technical Support team at Agilent as a customer service engineer, supporting all the Atomic Spectroscopy products. She now works as an Inside Sales Specialist for the Atomic Spectroscopy sales team.</blockquote>

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This webinar presents the benefits of hyphenated ion chromatography (IC) with inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Practical examples, such as chromium speciation according to ISO 24384, are discussed.<blockquote>Presenter: Andrew Brotherhood (Application Engineer, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)Andrew Brotherhood has over 20 years of experience with ICP-MS, ICP-OES and Ion Chromatography instrumentation. He has mainly worked in the pharmaceutical analysis industry gaining significant experience with developing and validating methods to pharma regulations. Andrew started working for Agilent in 2018 as an Atomic Spectroscopy Application Specialist based at the Agilent Centre of Excellence in the UK.</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Elke Suss (Application Specialist, Metrohm)</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Speciation of Chromium by IC-ICP-MS

Speciation of Chromium by IC-ICP-MS

Learn chromium speciation using hyphenated IC-ICP-MS. Explore practical workflows and achieve ISO 24384 compliance in this expert webinar

Chromium Speciation via IC-ICP-MS | ISO 24384 Analysis

In this presentation, detailed operation of ICP-MS will be discussed, particularly the role of elemental analysis by ICP-MS in the Extractable and Leachable analysis. ICP-MS, with its high sensitivity, wide dynamic range, and ultra-trace multi-elemental detection, is the ideal analytical technique for trace elemental quantification in ICH/USP applications.<blockquote>Presenter: Yan Cheung, PhD (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)Yan received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington. She joined Agilent Technologies as an Application Scientist in the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team in April 2020. Yan has extensive experience in operating and method development in ICP-MS. Yan also has years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Trace Metal Determination by ICP-MS in Extractable and Leachable Analysis

Trace Metal Determination by ICP-MS in Extractable and Leachable Analysis

Explore ICP-MS for extractable and leachable (E&L) analysis. Learn ultra-trace elemental quantification for ICH and USP regulatory compliance

ICP-MS for Extractables & Leachables Analysis

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div>X-ray inspection is widely used to detect foreign contaminants—but that may be only part of what your system can do.In this webinar, we’ll explore how manufacturers can use X-ray inspection to address everyday quality challenges beyond foreign material detection. Through real-world applications, you’ll see how X-ray technology can provide greater visibility into both product quality and production processes.<h5>You’ll learn how X-ray inspection can help you:</h5><ul><li>Detect missing products and components</li><li>Verify product counts inside sealed packages</li><li>Identify broken or damaged products</li><li>Monitor fill levels and product distribution</li><li>Identify potential packaging issues</li></ul>We’ll also look at how inspection data can provide insight into upstream production processes, helping teams spot trends and address potential quality issues before they become customer complaints.Register today to discover what else your X-ray system can do.<blockquote>Presenter: Kimberly Durkot (Field Marketing Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Kim joined Thermo Fisher Scientific in November 2021 as a Field Marketing Manager supporting the Product Inspection business. She works cross-functionally to develop and execute marketing strategies that help customers accelerate production, improve consumer safety, and safeguard their brands.Kim earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Eastern Illinois University and an MBA from Olivet Nazarene University.</blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: You're Only Using Half of Your X-ray System: Five Quality Checks Beyond Foreign Material Detection

You're Only Using Half of Your X-ray System: Five Quality Checks Beyond Foreign Material Detection

Discover 5 quality checks beyond foreign material detection using X-ray inspection. Monitor fill levels, missing components, and package integrity.

X-ray Quality Checks Beyond Foreign Material

Stable isotope analysis can add a valuable new dimension to sample characterization, helping build a more complete picture of origin, authenticity, environmental influences and forensic context. &nbsp;But how does EA-IRMS work, and what does it take to bring isotope analysis into your laboratory? Join Thermo Fisher Scientific Product Specialists Dipayan Paul and Meike Kuhlbusch for a practical introduction to elemental analyzer–isotope ratio mass spectrometry (EA-IRMS). Explore where stable isotope analysis can add new insights across food, environmental and forensic investigations, and learn how EA-IRMS can provide a versatile entry point into stable isotope analysis. &nbsp;Then go into the laboratory to see the Thermo Scientific™ EA IsoLink™ IRMS System in action. Follow the analytical pathway from the instrument and sample analysis through software setup, data acquisition and evaluation, and see what an EA-IRMS workflow looks like in practice. &nbsp;You’ll also hear from Dr. Oana Botoran, Senior Researcher and Head of the ICSI Analytics Department at ICSI Rm. Vâlcea, who will share her laboratory’s experience with EA-IRMS and examples of how stable isotope measurements are used to address real-world analytical questions in food authenticity, environmental research and forensic investigations. &nbsp;<h5>During this one-hour webinar, including live Q&amp;A, you’ll learn how to: &nbsp;</h5><ul><li>Recognize analytical questions where stable isotope information can add valuable insight &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Understand the fundamentals of EA-IRMS and where it can be applied &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Follow an EA-IRMS workflow from sample analysis through data evaluation &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>See practical application examples and hear first-hand experience from an experienced stable isotope laboratory &nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Oana Botoran (Senior Researcher, Head of ICSI Analytics Department, ICSI Rm. Vâlcea; Lead Scientist in Stable Isotope Applications, ICSI Rm)Oana uses stable isotope signatures to address real-world analytical questions, from food authenticity and geographical origin to environmental tracing and complex sample characterization. With more than 15 years of experience in stable isotope applications, her work combines IRMS and SNIF-NMR with complementary analytical techniques and chemometric data interpretation. She completed her PhD in Chemistry at POLITEHNICA University of Bucharest, where she investigated stable isotopes as markers of botanical and geographical origin in food products. Her expertise was further developed through a research internship at the Free University of Bozen focused on advanced environmental studies using stable isotope fingerprinting, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in Chemistry and Mass Spectrometry dedicated to advanced analytical fingerprinting and food authentication. Today, her research focuses on translating isotope measurements into practical analytical tools for understanding origin, authenticity, environmental influences and the history of different samples.&nbsp;</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Dipayan Paul (Product Specialist, EA-IRMS, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Dipayan is an analytical chemist by training and has obtained a PhD in the field of radiocarbon analysis from the Centre for Isotope Research at the University of Groningen, the Netherlands. Following his Post-Doctoral research work, Dipayan was Scientific Engineer at the Centre for Isotope Research at the University of Groningen, where he was responsible for the instrumentation in the radiocarbon and the stable isotope facility. In 2025 Dipayan joined Thermo Fisher Scientific in Bremen as a Product Specialist supporting the elemental analyzer and gas equilibration IRMS applications.&nbsp;</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Meike Kuhlbusch (Product Specialist, EA-IRMS, Thermo Fisher Scientific)After completing her PhD at the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research, in collaboration with the Geoscience Center Göttingen, Germany, Meike joined Thermo Fisher Scientific in Bremen in 2021 as a Product Evaluation Specialist and supported development of the Thermo Scientific™ Qtegra™ ISDS Software. Since 2022 Meike has taken on a Product Specialist role focusing on elemental analyzer instrumentation and gas equilibration analysis, developing applications and methods for isotope analysis in a variety of fields.</blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Gain new insights for environmental, food and forensic investigations: See EA-IRMS in action

Gain new insights for environmental, food and forensic investigations: See EA-IRMS in action

Learn how Thermo Scientific EA IsoLink IRMS simplifies stable isotope analysis for food authenticity, environmental research, and forensic testing

Stable Isotope Analysis with EA IRMS

<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785">Many laboratories still associate rotational viscometry with large beakers, large sample volumes, and medium-to-high-viscosity materials. But modern cone-plate viscometry changes this picture.In this webinar, we show how low-volume and low-viscosity measurements can be performed with an affordable and easy to use rotational viscometer setup. Using ViscoQC together with the PTD 100 Cone-Plate accessory, laboratories can measure samples from 0.5 mL to 2 mL, control temperature with an integrated Peltier system from 0°C to 100 °C and perform absolute viscosity measurements without the complexity of a research rheometer.The webinar is especially relevant for pharmaceutical, biotech and specialty chemical laboratories working with scarce, expensive, temperature-sensitive or low-viscosity samples. It also benefits users seeking to reduce cleaning effort and shorten measurement turnaround times through low-volume testing, which enables rapid sample temperature equilibration.<h5>Key takeaways:&nbsp;</h5><ul><li>Challenge the beaker mindset: Understand the limitations of conventional beaker-and-spindle viscometry.</li><li>Discover the benefits of cone-plate viscometry: Learn when and why to switch to a cone-plate setup.</li><li>Apply measurement best practices: Master sample handling, spindle and speed selection, and appropriate measurement methods.</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Viktor ChristopoulosViktor Christopoulos obtained his PhD in Chemistry from the Technical University of Graz, with a focus on inorganic chemistry. He joined Anton Paar in June 2021 and currently works as a global product manager for viscometers.</blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Viscometers Don't Need 600 mL Beakers - Measure Down to 1 cP with 0.5 mL

Viscometers Don't Need 600 mL Beakers - Measure Down to 1 cP with 0.5 mL

Learn how Anton Paar ViscoQC with PTD 100 enables cone-plate viscometry down to 1 cP using 0.5 mL samples and Peltier temperature control

Low Volume Cone Plate Viscometry with ViscoQC

<div>From food packaging to advanced engineered materials, multilayer structures are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Understanding what is inside these materials, how layers are arranged, and where different components are located can be a significant analytical challenge, particularly when ultra-thin polymer layers are combined with metals or other non-polymeric materials.Join Application Scientist Fabian Knechtel, who specializes in advanced materials characterization using vibrational spectroscopy and microscopy techniques, for this SelectScience® webinar. Knechtel will demonstrate how infrared (IR) microscopy, Raman microscopy, and chemical imaging can reveal the composition and structure hidden within multilayer materials.Using multilayer food packaging as a real-world example, Knechtel will show how individual layers can be visualized, unknown materials identified, and complex layer architectures reconstructed using a non-contact analytical approach.By attending, you will gain practical insights into how IR and Raman imaging can help characterize challenging multilayer structures and generate the detailed chemical information needed to support reverse engineering, quality control, failure analysis, and materials innovation.Certificate of attendanceIf you attend the live webinar, you will automatically receive a certificate of attendance, including a learning outcomes summary, for continuing education purposes.If you view the on-demand webinar, you can request a certificate of attendance by emailing editor@selectscience.net.<h5>Webinar details</h5><ul><li>Cost: Free to attend</li><li>Location: Online</li><li>Duration: 60 minutes</li></ul><h4>Who should attend?</h4>This event is perfect for:<ul><li>Multilayer materials scientists and specialists</li><li>Food packaging professionals</li><li>Polymer and plastics scientists</li><li>Packaging film and laminate developers</li><li>R&amp;D and quality control professionals</li></ul><h4>What will this webinar cover?</h4><ul><li>How IR and Raman imaging reveal the chemical structure of complex multilayer materials</li><li>How thin layers and unknown components can be identified by their spectral fingerprints</li><li>How chemical imaging adds spatial information that conventional microscopy alone cannot provide</li><li>How IR and Raman imaging support reverse engineering, troubleshooting, and quality control of multilayer materials</li><li>Why IR and Raman imaging are gaining importance in advanced materials characterization</li></ul>Join the webinar to get answers to these questions:<ul><li>How can IR and Raman imaging reveal the chemical structure of complex multilayer materials?</li><li>How can thin layers and unknown components be identified by their spectral fingerprints?</li><li>What spatial information does chemical imaging provide beyond conventional microscopy?</li><li>How do IR and Raman imaging support reverse engineering, troubleshooting, and quality control?</li><li>Why are IR and Raman imaging increasingly important in advanced materials characterization?</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Fabian Knechtel (Application Scientist Raman Imaging, Bruker Optics)An analytical expert, Fabian Knechtel has a strong background in scientific instrumentation and spectroscopy. He is currently working at the intersection of technology, application, and market at Bruker Optics.</blockquote><blockquote>Moderator: Olivia Long (Editorial Team, SelectScience)Olivia Long is a science editor specializing in pharmaceutical and applied science. She has a BSc in Pharmacology, and an MSc in Neuroscience, where she investigated neuro‑oncology drug‑resistance pathways using patient‑derived cell models. Her laboratory experience spans R&amp;D hygiene testing, controlled‑environment sample production, and protocol development, giving her a broad understanding of analytical workflows and the scientific principles underpinning material characterization.</blockquote></div>

Bruker: Seeing inside multilayer materials with IR and Raman microscopy

Seeing inside multilayer materials with IR and Raman microscopy

Learn how Bruker Optics IR and Raman microscopy reveal the chemical structure of multilayer materials, supporting packaging R&D and failure analysis

IR and Raman Microscopy of Multilayers

Maintaining tight control of critical bath chemistries is essential for achieving consistent process performance, product quality and manufacturing yield in semiconductor production. However, some key bath components remain difficult to measure reliably, creating challenges for effective process monitoring and real-time decision-making. While wet chemistry methods and NIR spectroscopy have long supported semiconductor manufacturing, companies continue to evaluate new analytical technologies that can provide faster, more comprehensive insight into critical process conditions.Join Brian Benner, Principal Scientist at Micron Technology, and Elena Hagemann, Spectroscopy Product Manager at Metrohm USA, as they discuss how leading semiconductor manufacturers are evaluating next-generation technologies for bath monitoring and process control. Learn how industry leaders assess analytical strategies for critical process chemistries and explore the emerging role of Raman spectroscopy in supporting real-time monitoring and manufacturing consistency.<h4>More Event Details</h4><h5>Why Attend?&nbsp;</h5>Learn how leading semiconductor manufacturers are approaching next-generation bath monitoring and gain practical insights into evaluating analytical technologies for process control applications. Whether you are assessing new monitoring approaches, looking to improve measurement reliability or exploring alternatives to existing technologies, this webinar will provide valuable perspective on the future of semiconductor process monitoring.<h5>Who Should Attend?</h5>This mini course is designed for professionals involved in semiconductor manufacturing, including process and manufacturing engineers, process control and automation specialists, PAT, analytical and metrology teams and technical and operations leaders.<blockquote>Presenter: Brian Benner (Principal Scientist, Micron Technology)Brian Benner is a Principal Scientist at Micron Technology with more than 25 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing. Throughout his career, he has led the development and optimization of inline and online monitoring and process control strategies using a wide range of analytical technologies. In his current role, Brian evaluates emerging monitoring technologies for potential implementation in semiconductor manufacturing and leads a team focused on predictive model deployment using Near Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy. His work centers on advancing process monitoring and control to support manufacturing performance, consistency and innovation.</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter:&nbsp;Elena Hagemann (Product Manager, Process Spectroscopy, Metrohm USA)Elena Hagemann is the Product Manager for Process Spectroscopy at Metrohm USA, where she focuses on advancing Process Analytical Technology (PAT) through Near-Infrared (NIR) and Raman spectroscopy. With more than 12 years of experience in process spectroscopy, Elena works with manufacturers to evaluate and implement analytical technologies that support real-time process monitoring and control. She combines deep technical expertise with practical industry knowledge to help bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and manufacturing applications.</blockquote>

Metrohm: Next-Generation Bath Monitoring for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Next-Generation Bath Monitoring for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Learn how Metrohm and Micron Technology leverage Raman spectroscopy for real-time semiconductor bath monitoring and process control to boost yield

Semiconductor Bath Control with Raman

<h4>Multimodal Nanoscale Analysis with Photothermal AFM-IR and PeakForce Tapping</h4>PeakForce AFM-IR is a novel variant of the photothermal AFM-IR technique based on Bruker's PeakForce Tapping mode, offering monolayer detection sensitivity, 10 nm spatial resolution for IR measurements, and simultaneous nanoscale mechanical characterization. In this webinar, Bruker experts will introduce the technique and conclude with a live demonstration and Q&amp;A.<h5>Join us for this webinar to see:</h5><ul><li>The role of gated signal detection in enhancing AFM-IR performance</li><li>Simultaneous multimodal imaging of chemical information and mechanical properties, such as elastic modulus and adhesion</li><li>Practical operation of Bruker's PeakForce AFM-IR mode through a live demonstration</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Dr. Qichi Hu (Senior Staff Applications Scientist, Bruker Nano)Qichi is currently a Senior Staff Applications Scientist at Bruker Nano. He received a bachelor’s degree from Peking University and Ph.D. from University of British Columbia. He then did postdocs in U.S. university and national labs. Qichi has been working on nanoIR development and applications for over a decade, at Anasys and now at Bruker.</blockquote><blockquote>Speaker:&nbsp;Dr. Chunzeng Li (Senior Staff Applications Scientist, Bruker)Dr. Chunzeng Li is a Senior Staff Applications Scientist with Bruker, Nano Surfaces and Metrology Division, with over 30 years AFM experience. He received his PhD in Physical Chemistry from Xiamen University, China, and is the author of 31 international publications and 2 patents.</blockquote>

Introduction to PeakForce AFM-IR

Learn how Bruker PeakForce AFM-IR combines photothermal IR and PeakForce Tapping for simultaneous 10 nm chemical and mechanical nanoscale analysis