ANTEC 2024
March 4-7, 2024
Eurofins EAG Laboratories will be presenting “Characterization of Mycelium Biocomposites Under Simulated Weathering Conditions“ on March 6th. We hope to see you there!
Ask the Expert: Polymeric Material Investigations
During this live Ask the Expert event, we will answer pre-submitted questions from our audience regarding characterization of polymeric materials used for product development, R&D, and failure analysis.
Cracking of Molded Components
An injection molded component in a consumer product was found to have an increased failure rate over a three-month period.
Curing Issues with Silicone Adhesive
A client requested assistance to investigate a recurrent issue with the curing failure of a silicone adhesive joint between metal components.
Delamination of Food Packaging
A client wanted to investigate the delamination of food packaging multilayer laminate. Roll stock did not meet seal strength specification.
Determination of Flame-retardant Materials
Flame retardant materials determination – learn how our experts help understand this important product’s composition in this white paper
Environmental Stress Cracking of a Polycarbonate Part
A company was investigating environmental stress cracking of polycarbonate components used in a conveyor device that was sanitized.
Incompatible Contaminant in Tubing
A device manufacturer observed defects in a lot of thermoplastic tubing. The tubing exhibited signs chemical attack or exposure to heating.
Molded In Stresses
Cracks were observed in transparent thermoformed plastic packaging during visual quality checks. Failures occured in specific material lots.
Off-Odor Memory Foam
Analytical testing to support changes in raw materials and processing conditions used in manufacturing memory foam, as well as odor
Plastic Deformulation
Plastic deformulation studies help identify and quantify pigments, polymers, resins, impact modifiers, stabilizers and more in your products.
Polymer and Plastic Testing
Plastic testing services from EAG offers insight into thermoplastics, elastomers, thermosets, specialty polymers, polyurethanes, coatings.
Polymer Case Study: Blistering Paint
Blisters were observed in paint applied to steel plates that had undergone treatment with a corrosion inhibitor. An investigation was performed to determine if there was evidence of contamination on the inside of the blister.
Restricted Substances Impact Everyday Products
As the list of restricted substances grows, testing demands customized methods to identify issues early. This is a complex issue that requires a strategic approach.
Weathering Polymeric Films
Polymeric films used in an outdoor application experienced reduced adhesion over time. The client suspected that UV degradation was occurring.