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Friction Definition & Measurement in Converter Magazine April 2020
Posted on 06/05/2020
by Phil Neal
Co-efficient of Friction (COF) defines the sliding interaction between two surfaces. This article discusses the definition and test measurement techniques.
Click here to read the article.
RDM Permeation Lab achieves near perfect results!
Posted on 02/01/2019
by Phil Neal
Our Mocon Permeation Lab recently achieved near perfect results in the Hemshell Proficiency Testing service for OTR and WVTR.
Labs from across the world took part in proficiency testing for Oxygen Barrier and Water Vapour Barrier on plastic films. In both cases the RDM lab reported near perfect results, for OTR (an error of 0.011 cc/m2/day) and for WVTR (an error of 0.08gm/m2/day) for films in the range of 0.2 and 2 respectively. All Mocon instruments in our lab are regularly maintained and checked using NIST traceable films so the results didn't come as a surprise.
If you are dealing with barrier films, you might find our lab service useful to check one or more batches of film. Prices start from a few hundred pounds.
New ASTM F3299-18 Test Method for WVTR Testing
Posted on 23/08/2018
by Phil Neal
Technical Bulletin:
RDM Test Equipment and Ametek Mocon welcomes the introduction of a new standardised test method for WVTR testing of high barrier materials with a coulometric P2O5 sensor.
Technology developments behind heat-sealable substrates
Posted on 26/10/2017
by Phil Neal
Eldridge M. Mount discusses heat sealing methods, product design, seal strength testing and forming peelable seals in this recent article.
Mocon launches AQUATRAN 3
Posted on 11/10/2017
by Phil Neal
The next generation AQUATRAN Model 3 WVTR measurement instrument targets ultra high barrier materials that are engineered to push the performance envelope. These include flexible films for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays, solar panels and similar demanding applications, which require accurate and extremely sensitive instrumentation to confirm performance attributes.
The use of OLEDs for consumer electronics, such as televisions and photovoltaics for solar panels, are growing exponentially. However the electronic components within OLED displays are extremely sensitive to water vapour. The slightest exposure to humidity can cause a series of problems that significantly decrease a product's usable life. The AQUATRAN Model 3 with its easy to use interface, puts the testing capability into the hands of a wider user base.
The AQUATRAN Model 3 measures each molecule of water vapour that passes through the sensor, and requires no calibration. The response is linear throughout the entire measurable range of the sensor, so measurements of ultra barrier materials are guaranteed to be highly accurate and repeatable.
For more info, or to discuss your testing requirements contact us.