Franz Diffusion AnalysisThe Franz Diffusion Cell is a device used to study the passage of substances, commonly utilized in topical formulations, transdermal systems, and drug release studies. This device is designed to understand how a sample is transported from one area to another through a membrane.
Applications of Franz Diffusion Cell
Transdermal System Studies: Used to measure how well drugs penetrate the skin and the rate at which they are released. It is ideal for evaluating the effectiveness of drug formulations such as transdermal patches.
Topical Product Development: Used to test the efficacy and release characteristics of products like creams, gels, ointments, or lotions during formulation development.
Drug Release Studies: Used to assess the controlled release properties of new drug formulations.
Cosmetic Research: Used to evaluate the penetration properties of active ingredients in cosmetic products into the skin.
Membrane Research: Can be used to test the permeability properties of different membranes.
Environmental Studies: Can be used to evaluate the movement of pollutants in liquids through membranes.
Device: Teledyne LABS
Texture Analysis Device
This device is used to measure the mechanical and physical properties of materials. It is commonly used in various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, packaging, and textiles to understand, optimize, and control the textural properties of materials and products. Texture analysis devices work by measuring the force applied to materials and the resulting movement (such as compression, tension, or tearing) caused by this force. The basic principle is to measure the interaction between a probe or platform and the material and record the data generated during this interaction.
Measured Parameters:
Hardness: The resistance a material shows against a force.
Elasticity: The ability of a material to return to its original form.
Brittleness: The property of a material to break easily.
Stickiness: The tendency of a material to adhere to a surface.
Cohesiveness: The internal binding force of a material.
Chewiness: For food, the resistance felt during chewing.
Applications:
Food Industry: Measuring properties like hardness, brittleness, and stickiness of products such as bread, cakes, chocolate, yogurt. Quality control of fresh and processed foods.
Pharmaceutical Industry: Testing the breaking force and dissolution times of tablets. Testing the viscoelastic properties of gels or creams.
Packaging Industry: Testing the tear and puncture resistance of packaging materials.
Cosmetic Industry: Evaluating the spreadability and stickiness properties of creams and gels.
Textiles and Other Materials: Testing the flexibility and durability of fabrics.
Device: TA.XTplus
Services
Tensile test
Puncture test
Injectability test
Rheometer
A device used to measure the rheological properties of materials. Rheology is the science that studies the deformation and flow behavior of substances. The rheometer is especially used to evaluate the flow (viscosity), elasticity, and plastic behavior of liquids, gels, pastes, polymers, suspensions, and sometimes solids.
Parameters Measured with a Rheometer
Viscosity: The resistance of a material to flow.
Elastic Modulus: Describes the elastic behavior of a material.
Plasticity: The tendency of a material to undergo permanent deformation.
Shear Stress: The force acting on the surface of the material.
Shear Rate: The speed at which the material flows during testing.
Thixotropy: The change in viscosity of a material over time.
Hysteresis: The differences in loading and unloading cycles of a material.
Applications of Rheometers
Food Industry: Control of flow and consistency properties of products such as sauces, yogurt, chocolate, and ice cream. Studying thixotropic and dilatant properties.
Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Industries: Measuring spreadability and consistency of creams, lotions, and gels. Stability testing of suspensions.
Polymer and Materials Science: Determining the melt viscosity of polymers. Analyzing processing behaviors of thermoplastic materials.
Oil and Energy Sector: Fluidity tests of crude oil, oils, and other energy resources.
Paints and Coatings: Analysis of behavior during flow, spreading, and application.
Device: ANTON PAAR MCR 102
Specifications:
Motor and Sensors: Powerful, synchronized EC motor driver. Precision air bearing and integrated normal force sensor.
Measurement Features:
TruGap™ Technology: Precise gap measurement.
TruRate™: Sample adaptive control system.
TruStrain™: A fast and precise system for strain control.
Temperature accessories capable of measuring from -160°C to +1000°C.
Services:
Temperature scanning
Strain scanning
Frequency scanning
Viscosity measurement
