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Rapid Polymer Identification of Fishing Gear Using Raman Spectroscopy
November 2nd 2023the MacroRAM benchtop Raman spectrometer with remote BallProbe® is used to quickly identify plastics used in various gillnet samples. Raman spectroscopy is demonstrated to be an excellent technique for identifying not only different types of polymers, but also different variants within a polymer class and additives including pigments.
Quantitative Analysis Using Raman Spectroscopy in Pharmaceutical Applications
November 2nd 2023Raman can be an effective method for quantitative analysis under a variety of conditions involving different solutes in a solution and solution mixtures. In this application note, we demonstrate Raman spectroscopy and its application to pharmaceutical analysis such as content uniformity.
Polymers - Macroscopic Raman Spectroscopy to Monitor Chemical Reactions and Polymerization/Curing
November 2nd 2023This technical note will show how the HORIBA MacroRAM™, a macroscopic Raman system, can be used along with the HORIBA Superhead™, to monitor and analyze a simple polymerization-curing reaction of a two-part epoxy.
Digestion and Analysis of Food Samples
October 26th 2023Trace metals analysis of food samples can be complicated due to their varied composition. In this application note, BLADE’s fast digestion times and sequential automation gives the ultimate flexibility in sample preparation to reduce analysis bottlenecks and streamline workflow.
An Update on Key Developments in Standardized ISO Methodologies for the Assessment of Microplastics
October 26th 2023The increasing concern over microplastics in the environment and food chain is prompting potential regulations worldwide, impacting laboratories and producers. These entities will need to better understand the presence of microplastics in their products, with the development of standard testing methodologies underway and various challenges being encountered in their implementation.
Sample Preparation and Analysis of Dietary Supplements Using Sequential Microwave Digestion
October 26th 2023This application note demonstrates the adeptness of the BLADE™, a sequential digestion system, in efficiently and rapidly digesting various forms of dietary supplements for sample preparation and elemental analysis by ICP-MS.