Services:
- Nanofluids manufacturing
- Study of electrical properties of nanofluids in heating / cooling mode
- Study of solutions PH
- Study of thermal conductivity of solids, fluids and colloids
- Study of thermal conductivity in heating / cooling mode
- Heating operations up to 1200 °C
- Simulation of heating processes and nanofluids behavior
Equipment and characteristics
| Test type | Equipment | Year | Equipment characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample weighting | KERN ADJ 100-4 (Kern, Germany) | 2023 | KERN ADJ: Automatic internal adjustment in the case of a change in temperature ≥ 2 °C or time controlled every 3 h, guarantees high degree of accuracy and makes the balance independent of its location of use Weighing capacity (max) 120g, Readability 0.1 mg, Reproducibility 0.2 mg, Linearity +/- 0.4 mg, Stabilization time 4 sec, adjusting weight internal, accuracy: 1×10−3 g. |
| Sample homogenization | Ultrasonic homogenizer GETI GUC02A (TIPA, Czech Republic) | 2022 | Power of 60 W and a frequency of 40 kHz. Heating temperature setting: 20-80⁰C Capacity 2L, heating power 100 W, Time setting 1-20 min |
| Sample homogenization | VWR Ultrasonic Cleaner USC100TH, 142-6045 (VWr International BVBA, Leuven, Austria) | 2022 | Ultrasonic energy with approx. 45kHz Built-in liquid heater Heater power 60W Tank capacity 0.8L Inner dimensions: 190x85x60 mm |
| Sample homogenization | AREX-6 Digital PRO Heating Magnetic Stirred Code: SA20500460 (VELP Scientifica Srl, Italy) | 2023 | Digital hot plate stirrer with white LED display and a set of icons providing precise settings and clear readout of the working conditions. The fast heating, 135 mm diameter CerAlTop™ plate protects from chemicals, scratches and enhances the lifetime of the unit. Enhanced kinetics and programmable operations thanks to integrated timer and auto-reverse. Volume (H₂O) 20 L Stirring speed: From 30 to 1700 rpm, Temperature range: From room temperature to 370 °, External connection Pt 100 Probe, External connection VTF |
| Sample homogenization | Digital thermoregulator VTF system (VELP Scientifica Srl, Italy) | 2023 | Temperature range: From -10 °C to 300 °C Timer From 0 minute to 24:59 hours Temperature control with an accuracy of ± 0.5 °C It automatically adjusts the thermoregulation to different factors such as power, load and thermal dispersion. |
| Sample homogenization | ZX4 Advanced IR Vortex mixer (VELP Scientifica Srl, Italy) Code: F202A0280 | 2025 | ZX4 Vortex mixer is highly innovative and patented IR technology reduces repetitive strains. IR sensor and continuous mode available. Large choice of complementary accessories to accommodate tubes, plates and flasks. The VELP IR sensor uses an infrared system (IR) to detect the presence of the tube and automatically starts vibrating. The technopolymer housing and zinc base ensure optimum chemical resistance and excellent stability on the bench. Stirring speed Up to 3000 rpm, Patented IR Sensor, 100÷240 V / 50-60 Hz |
| pH test | Edge Multiparameter HI 2030 (Hanna Instruments, Romania). | 2022 | HI11310: Digital pH Electrode with integrated temperature sensor. Calibration can be performed using up to five calibration buffers. The calibration buffer list includes: pH 1.68, 4.01 (pH 3.00), 6.86, 7.01, 9.18, 10.01 and 12.45. All pH measurements will display, log and export with 0.01 pH resolution. Adjustable resolution for pH and EC measurements Auto parameter recognition |
| Electrical conductivity | Edge Multiparameter HI 2030 (Hanna Instruments, Romania). | 2022 | HI763100: Digital 4 ring conductivity probe with integrated temperature sensor.
Adjustable resolution for pH and EC measurements
Auto parameter recognition. Hanna Instruments Conductivity standards are available at 84 μS/cm, 1413 μS/cm, 5.00 mS/cm, 12.88 mS/cm, 80.0 mS/cm, 111.8 mS/cm and are used for the cell factor calibration. |
| Viscosity | ROTAVISC lo-vi viscometer (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | Viscosity Measuring Range 6000000 mPas, Viscosity Accuracy (FSR) 1 %, Viscosity Repeatability (FSR) 0.2 %, Spring Torque 0.0673 mNm, Measuring Shaft Series Set SP 1, Motor Rating Output 4.8 W, Overload Protection yes, Rotation Direction cda, TFT Display, Speed Range 0. 01 - 200 rpm, Accuracy speed setting ±0.01 rpm, Speed adjustment TFT, Torque display yes, Torque measurement yes, Timer yes, Time setting range 0.017 - 6000 min, Temperature measurement resolution 0.1 K, Connection for temperature sensor ext. PT 100, Operating mode timer and continuous operation, Calibration option yes, Emitted density 9999 kg/dm3, Working temperature - 100 - 300 °C, Stand mounting extension arm, Support rod diameter (with integrated stand mounting) 16 Mm, Telescope stand stroke 200 mm, Coupling with connection 12 Mm, Base container volume 600 Ml, Rotastand stand, Max. stroke 61 Mm, Diameter 16 Mm, Dynamic load 5 Kg, Relative humidity 80 %, Interface RS 232 yes, Interface USB USB-B, Voltage 100 - 240 V |
| Viscosity | Laboratory software for ROTAVISC (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG |
| Viscosity | Bath type CBC VISC lite for ROTAVISC (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | Type: Refrigerating and heating circulator, Class designation according to DIN 12876 III, Identification according to DIN 12876 FL, Coolant R290, Coolant quantity 55 g, Coolant pressure max. -25°C, Temperature display yes, Temperature stability DIN 12876 (@+70°C) ±0.05 K, Temperature stability DIN 12876 (@-10°C) ±0.05 K, PID temperature control, PT1000 working temperature sensor, PT1000 safety temperature sensor, LED working temperature display, Safety temperature LED display, Display resolution 0,1 K, Set temperature resolution 0,1 K, Adjustable safety circuit 0 - 135 °C, Underlevel protection yes, Overlevel protection yes, Filling volume 5,5 - 8,5 l, Pump type Pressure/suction pump, Pump pressure max. (delivery flow 0 liters) 0,35 bar, Pressure pump (suction side) (flow 0 liters) 0,15 bar, Max. flow (back pressure 0 bar) 18 l/min, Pump connection M16x1, Min. bath depth 150 mm, Bath opening width 150 mm, Bath opening depth 218 mm, Total bath height 234 mm, Technical data according to DIN 12876, Permissible switch-on time 100 %, Noise level 53 dB(A), Dimensions (W x H x D) 414 x 392 x 505 mm, Weight 29 kg, Permissible ambient temperature 5 - 32 °C, Relative humidity 80 %, Protection class according to DIN EN 60529 IP 21, Interface RS 232 yes, Interface USB USB-B, Voltage 230 V, Frequency 50/60 Hz, Power consumption 2320 W |
| Viscosity | VOLS-1 low volume adapter set for Io Vi ROTAVISC (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | Features: Shaft geometry Cylinder, Connection thread M2.5 LH, Hook connector yes, Sample volume 6.7 ml, Flow sleeve yes, Mounting bracket yes, Sample container: Specified chamber, Working temperature max. 100 °C, Viscosity accuracy (FSR) 2 %, Viscosity repeatability (FSR) 0.2 %, FSR min. match. ROTAVISC lo-vi 1.5 mPa.s, FSR match max. ROTAVISC lo-vi 30000 mPa.s, FSR match min. ROTAVISC me-vi 16 mPa.s, FSR match max. ROTAVISC me-vi 320000 mPa.s, FSR match min. ROTAVISC hi-vi I 32 mPa.s, FSR match max. ROTAVISC hi-vi I 640000 mPa.s, Min. FSR match ROTAVISC hi-vi II 128 mPa.s, Max. FSR compatible with ROTAVISC hi-vi II 2600000 mPa.s, Material in contact with medium: stainless steel 1.4404, Dimensions (W x H x D) 300 x 110 x 275 mm, Weight 1,656 kg |
| Viscosity | ELVAS 1 (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | The extremely low viscosity adapter spindle set ELVAS-1 includes a double jacket to quickly heat up or cool down the sample as well as a coaxial cylinder system for the analysis of the sample at a specific shear rate and shear stress. This 16 ml spindle is commonly used with the ROTAVISC lo-vi and allows measurements from 1 mPas (water temperature at 20 °C). The maximum measurable viscosity is 2000 mPas. Spindle geometry Cylinder Diameter 25.15 mm, spindle length 161 mm Sample volume-16 ml Working temperature - max.100 °C Viscosity Accuracy (FSR) 2 %: min. FSR match ROTAVISC lo-vi -1 mPa.s and max. FSR match ROTAVISC lo-vi - 2000 mPa.s |
| Viscosity | Heating system for ROTAVISC up to 300°C (IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG) | 2025 | Features: Sample volume min. 7 ml, Sample volume max. 13 ml, Sample container: Specified chamber, Working temperature max. 300 °C, Dimensions (W x H x D) 265 x 220 x 270 mm, Relative humidity 80 %, Protection class according to DIN EN 60529 IP 40, Interface RS 232 yes, Voltage 220 - 230 V, Frequency 50/60 Hz, Input power 300 W, Input power max. 300 W, Standby input power 1.6 W |
| Density | Digital Densimeter DS7800: Densimeter - Set M - Complete set for manual sample feeding | 2025 | DS7800 (measuring accuracy ±0.0001 g/cm3). Specific features: For small sample volumes and high viscosity samples use Set 1 and for very viscous and aggressive samples Set 2. Control window for sample check, Injection medium suitable for cleaning until all sample residues have been dissolved and removed. Fitted with drying unit to then remove all liquid residues. Intuitive operation with touch screen display, easy adjustment and predefined scales such as density, relative density, brix, alcohol and sulfuric acid concentration. Compliant with GMP/GLP, 21 CFR Part 11, pharmacopoeias (USP, BP, JP, Ph. Eur.), FDA, ISO, HACCP, OIML, ASTM, ICUMSA, NIST. Dimensions: 220 x 220 x 430 mm, Weight: 5.3 kg, Accessories: Desiccant cartridge; Rinse and fill pump; Standard tubing set: 4 pcs connection adapter, sample tubing, pump tubing, 10 pcs 5 ml syringe, Luer, 1 pc T; Waste container; Operating manual; Test report and calibration certificate according to N.I.S.T Dimensiuni: 220 × 220 × 430 mm; Greutate: 5,3 kg |
| Thermal conductivity | C-Therm Trident Thermal Conductivity System: Basic K - TR-Trident-S11-CM (C-Therm Technologies, Canada) | 2023 | C-Therm software is developed for the Trident system. The MTPS method employs a single-sided sensor to directly measure thermal conductivity and effusivity of materials. Basic-k Module with Modified Transient Plane Source (MTPS) Sensor, Conforms to: ASTM D7984 Recommended Applications: Aerogels, Automotive, Batteries, Composites, Insulation, Explosives, Geological, Liquids, Metals, Nanomaterials, Metal Hydrides, Nuclear, Phase Change Materials (PCMs), Polymers, Rubber, Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) & Thermoelectrics. Thermal Conductivity Range: 0.03 to 10 W/mK Sensor Temperature Rating: -50⁰C to 200⁰C "Plug & Play" calibrations to easily test insulation/foams, liquids, powders, pastes, polymers, ceramics & composites up to 10 W/mK. |
| Thermal conductivity | MP-2 Platform for thermal conductivity (Thermtest, Canada) | 2025 | Measurement Capabilities: Bulk Properties The thermal conductivity range depends on the type of sensor used. Controller MP-2 features: Integrated intelligent software for thermal conductivity Desktop utility for download - export to Excel Automatic test programming Temperature logging Raw data logging Battery or USB powered |
| Thermal conductivity | MTPS sensors (Thermtest, Canada) | 2025 | MTPS sensor Property: Thermal conductivity, 0.029 to 20 W/m/K (5%) Standards: ISO 22007-2 modified Materials: Solids, powders and pastes (polymers and composites) |
| Thermal conductivity | Sensor THW-L3 (40 mm), (Thermtest, Canada) | 2025 | THW-L3 sensor (40 mm) Property: Thermal conductivity (5%) Standards: ASTM D7896-19 |
| Temperature control | VTF Digital thermoregulator Fuzzy logic (VELP Scientifica Srl, Italy) | 2023 | The VTF thermoregulator guarantees premium performance in terms of temperature control with an accuracy of ± 0.5 °C. It automatically adjusts the thermoregulation to different factors such as power, load and thermal dispersion. Timer From 0 minute to 24:59 hours, Type of thermoregulation: Fuzzy Logic, Temperature range 0..+50⁰C, Storage temperature range -10…+60⁰C, Construction material: Technopolymer Temperature setting (interval): From -10 °C to 300 °C, Type of probe: Pt100, 250 mm length, Continuous mode/ Remaining time reading: possible |
| Heating operations up to 1200 °C | Fluidized bed heating equipment | 2007 | Operation in regime 50-600°C, optimal uniformity at 0.5°C, 2 heating elements of 750W, time to reach regime temperatures: 22min (600°C), 8 min (350°C), 6 min .(200°C), with Al2O3 salts 20lbs. Included, work space 6 in.H x 6.5 in. Dia, outside dimensions: 18 in.H x 13 in. Dia, power 240 VAC, weight 23.2 kg, fluidization with air at low pressure, in a dry environment |
| Heating operations up to 1200 °C | Particle fluidization drive pump | 2007 | Fluidization of salts with air at low pressure, power 230 VAC, 50Hz, Motor hp ¼ |
| Heating operations up to 1200 °C | Electric furnace Neytech VULCAN | 2007 | Capacity 565cuin, operation in regime 200-1100°C, optimum uniformity 8°C, time to reach regime temperature: 60min(1100°C), working space 9 in.x 7 in.x9in., external dimensions: 15 13/16 in.x16 x 17 in. , power 250 VAC, weight 27.7 kg, manually operated vertical door, with three stage programmable controller |
| Heating operations up to 1200 °C | Electric furnace BARNSTEAD | 2007 | Oval working space, capacity 908 cuin, operation in regime 200-1000°C, optimal uniformity 4°C, time to reach regime temperature: 120min (1100°C), power 1.48 KW, horizontally operated door manually, with controller programmable |
| Heating operations up to 1200 °C | Electric furnace NABERTHERM | 2007 | Capacity 5 L, operation in regime 200-1100°C, optimal uniformity 5°C, time to reach regime temperature: 60 min (1100°C), external dimensions: 440x420x523 cm, power 2.4 KW, manually operated horizontal door, with programmable controller type P320 |
| Heating – measuring temperature and control | Infrared temperature measuring and recording chamber, with variable thermal profile | 2008 | 128 storable images in JPG format; 3 different measurement possibilities: 64 checkered mosaic frames; 64 checkered frames; visible image; temperature range: -10 – 1000°C; 64 measurement points; measured surface: 44 cm x 44 cm at a distance of 1 m; minimum measuring distance 0.5 m; compact flash memory: 128 MB; resolution: 0.1°C; accuracy: 2°C |
| Heating – measuring temperature and control | Thermal data acquisition system 8 channels | 2008 | Includes software for Windows and RS232 |
| Heating – measuring temperature and control | Set of temperature measuring elements, type K | 2008 | The set includes a number of 18 type K samples, namely:
1. Standard, 4"L. Includes 5-ft cable. Ideal for soft materials, code AK-08516-65 K –418 to 1650 (–250 to 899) 2. Low-cost, 2.5"L. Includes 5-ft. cable, code BK-08439-82 K –418 to 1650 (–250 to 899) 3. Small-diameter with hypodermic type, 4"L. Includes 5-ft cable, code K-93601-04 K –418 to 1500 (–250 to 816) 4. Heavy-duty, 12"L. Includes 5-ft cable. Ideal for frozen and soft materials. code K-93601-24 K –418 to 1652 (–250 to 900) 5. Heavy-duty, 10"L. Includes 5-ft cable and stainless steel T-shape. code K-93601-84 K –418 to 1652 (–250 to 900) 6. Heavy-duty stainless steel, 6"L. . Includes 5-ft. cable, code K-08517-67 J –310 to 1400 (–190 to 760) Junction: grounded Each thermocouple has a maximum response time of 30 seconds and is equipped with 316 SS mini-connectors. |
| Heating – measuring temperature and control | IR temperature probe InfaPro Infrared Thermometers | 2006 | Measuring range: from -32°C to 535°C, resolution 0.2°C, response time 500msec, class II laser, digital display with Hold, Max and Scan indication |
| Heating – measuring temperature and control | Termoanemometru Datalogging Vane | 2006 | Recording up to 1000 points, with dual display - line, 4 digit LCD and RS 232 interface, simultaneous recording of pipe diameter - temperature - speed, accuracy: 3%, |
| Other equipment | Water bath 12L, Phoenix Instrument | 2024 | Fast heating time and maximum working temperature of up to 99 °C.
The water bath is equipped with a water drain tap. Volume: 12 liters, Temperature range: 2 5°C…99°C, Display resolution: 0.1 °C, Temperature homogeneity at 37°C: ±0.5 °C Temperature deviation at 37°C: ±0.1 °C, Overheating protection: yes, Timer: 99:59/continuous, Base plate dimensions: 290 x 230 mm, Max. number of modules: 4, Minimum height when closed Lid: 150 mm Voltage/Power: 230V / 900W, External dimensions (WxHxD): 480 x 380 x 310 mm, Weight: 12 kg, Safety class: 2 |
| Simulation | CFD simulation with ANSYS workbench | 2025 | |
| Data analysis | Data analysis under MATLAB | 2025 |
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