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🌍 Tribology is Everywhere — You Just Don’t See It (Yet!) 🔍 Ever wondered what makes your skincare glide smoothly, your EV run efficiently, or your wind turbine last longer? 👉 That’s tribology at work — the science of friction, wear, and lubrication. It’s the invisible force behind performance, durability, and innovation across industries: 🚗 Automotive & EVs 🧴 Cosmetics & personal care ⚙️ Industrial machinery 🛢️ Lubricants & additives 🧬 Biomedical devices At Bruker, we’re helping companies unlock the power of tribology with TriboLab — a modular, high-precision platform that’s redefining surface science. 💬 Whether you're in R&D, formulation, or quality control, tribology might be your next competitive edge. Let’s connect! Where do you see tribology making a difference? Bruker Nano Surfaces & Metrology Bruker Nano GmbH Bruker #TribologyIsEverywhere #SurfaceScience #TriboLab #Bruker #Innovation #MaterialsScience #WearTesting #Cosmetics #Lubricants #EVTech #Sustainability #EngineeringExcellence

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗹𝗮𝗯-𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁™ & 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗫™ 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼 VITO, one of Europe’s leading research centres, is renowned for pushing the boundaries of membrane technology. With 30+ years of expertise, their mission is clear: turn advanced polymer and membrane research into sustainable, industrial solutions. 𝗧𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝗯 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: - MemCast™ – prototyping new membranes with speed, precision, and flexibility - Porometer POROLUX™ Revo – validating performance with reliable and reproducible pore size characterisation Read full story here → https://lnkd.in/eFX4-cn8 #Membranecasting #MemSystems

Recycling thermoplastics is essential, but not always easy. From packaging and automotive parts to household items and medical devices, thermoplastics are everywhere. But their volume and complexity make recycling a global challenge. If your work involves navigating this issue, or you’re simply curious about the materials embedded in everyday life items, our latest blog explores how innovative solutions are reshaping the future of thermoplastics. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e5uBMVrJ #UBQ #Innovation #EvolvedPlastics #CircularEconomy #Thermoplastics

🔥 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲. 𝗖𝗿𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿. When it comes to reliable bonding in microfluidics, T𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 is still one of the most trusted methods out there — and at 𝗛𝗶𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽, we’ve taken it to the next level. By precisely controlling temperature and pressure, our process keeps channels intact while delivering large-area, uniform bonding with outstanding optical clarity. It’s compatible with multiple materials — PMMA, COC, COP, and PS — in both sheet and film formats. But what really sets it apart? It’s not just strong — it’s stable, repeatable, and built for mass production. You’ll find it in everything from 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻-𝗼𝗻-𝗮-𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 to 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀 and 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴. At HiComp, we see every bond as a handshake between innovation and reliability. 💬 Curious which bonding method best fits your design? Let’s talk 👉[https://lnkd.in/gJ7p73m3] #Microfluidics #ThermalBonding #HiComp #BondingSolutions #MEMS #MedicalDevices #Microfabrication #LabToProduction

How do you ensure rapid and reliable #polymer identification in your process? Near-infrared (#NIR) spectroscopy is a powerful, non-destructive technology for quality control, recycling, and in-line monitoring. But with various compact spectrometers on the market, choosing the right one for your specific setup is critical. Our new application note offers a direct performance comparison, using our Diffuse Reflectance Fiber Probe to analyze six common polymers. We investigated different spectroscopic methods to provide clear, actionable insights. 💡 Key takeaways from our study: 🔹 Clear Discrimination: Both Fabry-Pérot and grating-based spectrometers can successfully discriminate between all six polymer classes. 🔹 Bulk vs. Granule: We found improved class separation in bulk measurements due to the averaging of scattering effects, a key consideration for in-situ analysis. 🔹 Performance Differences: While the Fabry-Pérot based spectrometer provided better class resolution in a simpler model, the grating-based system is often faster and better suited for rapid process control. This research proves the feasibility of using compact spectrometers with fiber probes for robust polymer analysis. 📄 Get the full data and determine the optimal setup for your application by reading the complete Application Note! #PolymerIdentification #NIRSpectroscopy #FiberOptics #QualityControl #Recycling #ProcessControl #Manufacturing #Spectrometer

🚨 Innovation Alert 🚀  Thermo Scientific™ Multidrop™ Pico 8 sf Digital Dispenser! 🌟  This week, our newest reagent dispenser, capable of dispensing volumes as small as 8pL hits the market. The Pico 8 sf Digital Dispenser is engineered to dispense aqueous fluids eliminating the need for surfactants with precision and efficiency the original Pico 8 offered. Compared with analog serial dilution, the Pico 8 sf can speed up processing by 40x, while supporting a 10-fold reduction in reagent and sample consumption.    Key Features:   🔹 High precision dispensing   🔹 No surfactant required   🔹 Boost productivity and data integrity    Drive efficiency in your lab with the Thermo Scientific Pico 8 sf Digital Dispenser. Request a demo today Multidrop™ Pico 1 & Pico 8 Digital Dispenser Multidrop Pico 8 Digital Dispenser or contact me for more information. https://lnkd.in/eUpuxjg5 https://lnkd.in/ej8-Zr5D #ThermoScientific #LabInnovation #FluidDispensing #LaboratoryEquipment #ScientificResearch #Biotech #Innovation #Precision

🎥 Coatings That Save Lives: The Science Behind Safer Devices They may be microscopic, but medical coatings are transforming how devices perform — and how lives are saved. In our latest video, we explore: Antimicrobial coatings that reduce HAIs by up to 70% Hydrophilic coatings that cut friction by 90% — enabling smoother, safer procedures Lubricious and drug-eluting coatings that enhance comfort and deliver targeted therapy With the global coatings market projected to reach $23.85B by 2030, innovation is accelerating fast. We’re proud to work with pioneers like Formacoat, LLC and Coatings2Go, LLC, whose technologies are helping shape the future of MedTech. #MedTech #MedicalDevices #HydrophilicCoatings #Formacoat #Coatings2Go #MedicalMarketing #Innovation #OEM #MedicalVideoMarketing

Why is AiMesh® resistant to rupture? AiMesh® represents AirICU's most advanced nebulization technology. Its durability is engineered from the inside out. AiMesh® technology embeds micro-perforations into a curved honeycomb membrane, forming a stable structure that evenly distributes stress. This advanced design delivers exceptional resistance to rupture, maintaining consistent performance even under continuous medical use. More information at: https://www.air-icu.com/

Why is AiMesh® resistant to rupture? AiMesh® represents AirICU's most advanced nebulization technology. Its durability is engineered from the inside out. AiMesh® technology embeds micro-perforations into a curved honeycomb membrane, forming a stable structure that evenly distributes stress. This advanced design delivers exceptional resistance to rupture, maintaining consistent performance even under continuous medical use. More information at: https://www.air-icu.com/

🔬 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗠𝗪𝗦 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗙𝗣2 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 Protective masks have become essential in healthcare, industrial safety, and during global pandemics. Yet many conventional FFP2 masks fall short: poor fit, discomfort, and limited recyclability. In the research project “𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁”, the Fraunhofer IMWS in #HalleSaale teamed up with industry partners to tackle these challenges head-on. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁: 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗙𝗣2 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀: 🛡️ Maximum protection – through improved sealing and fit 👃 Enhanced comfort – thanks to ergonomically designed nose and ear components ♻️ Full recyclability – via a monomaterial concept based on polypropylene 💡Fraunhofer IMWS applied its deep expertise in material science and microstructure analysis. The team developed a fully automated test rig to assess mask fit and leakage according to DIN EN 149, enabling objective performance evaluation and accelerating product development. The project demonstrates how Fraunhofer IMWS bridges 𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 and practical innovation – delivering solutions that are scientifically robust and ready for industrial application. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eUNyCEPH #BestComfort #FFP2Mask #MaterialsScience #Sustainability #Recycling #ProtectiveEquipment #AppliedResearch