Material Analysis in the Chemical Industry

Solutions for Reaction Analysis, Material Characterization, and Process Optimization

The analysis of chemical materials and processes requires precise methods for determining thermal, thermophysical, and mechanical properties. Depending on the application, techniques such as calorimetry, thermogravimetry (TGA), simultaneous thermal analysis (STA), dilatometer or thermal conductivity measurements (LFA, HFM) are used.

These methods enable a detailed investigation of reaction kinetics, material transformations, stability, and transport processes—from basic research to industrial applications.

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Typical Applications in the Chemical Industry

Select your specific application to gain detailed insights into measurement methods and solutions.

Catalysts

Analysis of the Activity, Stability, and Reaction Behavior of Catalytic Systems

Reaction kinetics

Determination of Reaction Rates, Mechanisms, and Energy Transfers

Sorption

Investigation of Adsorption and Desorption Processes in Materials

Reactor Technology

Optimization of Chemical Processes and Thermal Operating Conditions

Measurement Methods for Chemical Applications

Dynamic Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

Analysis of heat fluxes to study reactions, phase transitions, and heat capacity

Thermogravimetry (TGA)

Measurement of Mass Changes for the Analysis of Decomposition, Oxidation, and Thermal Stability

Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA)

Combination of DSC and TGA for the simultaneous analysis of changes in energy and mass

Dilatometer (DIL)

Determination of Thermal Expansion and Dimension-Related Material Changes

Thermal conductivity

Analysis of Thermophysical Properties for Evaluating Thermal Conductivity and Transport Processes

Recommended Equipment for Chemical Applications

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Selected Real-World Measurement Examples

Real-world measurements demonstrate how thermal analysis methods are used to solve real-world problems in the chemical industry.

Improved Reactivity of Ni/Al Powders, Analyzed by DSC

DSC measurements performed using the Linseis HDSC L62 show a significant decrease in the reaction onset temperature following particle modification, indicating improved reactivity and energy release behavior in Ni/Al systems. Download the white paper to learn more about the complete measurement setup, the thermal analysis data, and their interpretation.

Characterization of Biochar Using Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA)

STA measurements performed using the Linseis STA L81 show the thermal decomposition and mass loss behavior of biochar produced from sewage sludge and wastewater from olive mills. Download the white paper to learn more about the complete setup of the STA measurement, the decomposition analysis, and the interpretation of the thermal stability behavior.

Applications - Organics / Inorganics