Engineering & Consulting White Papers

Applications of Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (SEM/EDS) to Practical Tribology Problems
Description: Highlighting Scanning Electron Microscope and Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (SEM/EDS), this paper states that the SEM/EDS can be used in resolving tough analytical problems most effectively, timely, and economically. It details about the... More
Publisher: Herguth Laboratories, Inc.
Release Date: 2012-05-16

Particle Characterization and Sizing: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Utilizing Automated Electron Beam and Automated Feature Analysis (AFA) Software for Particle Counting and Particle Characterization
Description: This paper highlights how automated electron beam particle analyzer equipped with automated feature analysis software is used to characterize complex matrix of particles extracted onto a membrane filter from oil samples. It states that SEM/AFA... More
Publisher: Herguth Laboratories, Inc.
Release Date: 2012-05-15

New Lubricant Evaluation and Acceptance a Laboratory's Perspective
Description: This paper explains about the importance of lubrication oil analysis for the new product evaluation process and points out the activities which affect the delivery of the correct products to the plant. Stating that lubricant evaluation should also... More
Publisher: Herguth Laboratories, Inc.
Release Date: 2012-05-10

Vacuum Plasma Treatment for Lifetime Applications
Description: Detailing how surface modification methods are extending process treatments, this paper states that the careful selection of right process method and type of substrate will increase the treatment lifespan from mere hours or days, to now lasting... More
Publisher: TriStar Plastics Corp.
Release Date: 2012-04-27

Description of Lubricating Oil Test with Pin-On-Disk Tribometer
Description: This paper explains about the lubricating oil test with Pin-On-Disk Tribometer, which is used to measure the friction and wear properties of combinations of metals and lubricants under selected conditions of load, speed and temperature. Highlight... More
Publisher: Herguth Laboratories, Inc.
Release Date: 2012-04-09

Going Long: Planning for the Future of the Medical Device Industry through Proactive Quality Assurance and Supply Chain Management
Description: This paper discusses the metal supplying services and quality assurance services offered by Banner Medical Company to the medical device industry. It lists the various reasons, which made the company to engage in the industry's leading quality... More
Publisher: Banner Service Corp.and Banner Medical
Release Date: 2012-03-31

Preloading Guide Wheels in Linear Motion Systems
Description: Explaining preloading practice in assembling structural components, this paper details how preloading is beneficial in guide-wheel linear motion systems in enhancing the life and increasing the rigidity of the system. It describes the difference... More
Publisher: Bishop-Wisecarver Corp.
Release Date: 2012-01-07

Virtualization Throughout the Software Lifecycle
Description: Introducing the system virtualization technology with specific applications in which this technology benefits system developers and pharmaceutical industry and end users, this paper reveals the benefits of virtualization to both the customer and... More
Publisher: Fluid Air, Inc.
Release Date: 2011-12-29

Four Ways to Retrofit Your Fluid Bed System (Without Replacing It!)
Description: Discussing the significance of retrofitting an existing equipment in Fluid Bed System, this paper explains the different ways in which Fluid Air can revitalize the existing equipment, often at a fraction of the cost of a new machine. It details that... More
Publisher: Fluid Air, Inc.
Release Date: 2011-12-12

Bringing Medical Device to Market: Concerns for Startups
Description: Describing the Basic 510(K) process and successive phases (or gates) that a medical device must satisfy to en-route the market, this paper explains the different ways in which Light Fabrications, Inc. is helping startups. It throws light on current... More
Publisher: Light Fabrications, Inc.
Release Date: 2011-10-01