*This workshop is at full capacity. Please check back for future TA events in your region!
Thermal Analysis Workshop: Applications, Innovations, & New Technology
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location
Hilton Garden Inn Houston/Galleria Area
3201 Sage Road
Houston, TX 77056
Free onsite parking
Google Maps
Join us for a free seminar focused on optimizing materials characterization using thermal analysis! This seminar will provide a working knowledge of Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Thermogravimetric Analysis, and Thermomechanical Analysis and how these methods can be used to gain insight to your material's properties, including applications examples. The seminar will also highlight two complimentary techniques, rheology and light scattering, and will introduce new platforms that can take your materials testing lab to the next level.
This seminar is designed for both experienced and novice users and is free of charge to attend. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please register today to save your seat - space is limited!
Agenda
| 9:00 am – 9:30 am |
Registration & Continental Breakfast |
| 9:30 am – 10:30 am |
Fundamentals of Materials Characterization for DSC, TGA and TMA |
| 10:30 am – 10:45 am |
Break |
| 10:45 am – 11:30 am |
Rheometry vs. Viscometry – Which One is Best for Me? |
| 11:30 am – 12:00 pm |
Polymer Attributes from Light Scattering (Size, Molar Mass and Conformation) Thomas Scheuermann, Wyatt Technology |
| 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Applications of TGA, DSC, and TMA Testing for Polymer Characterization |
| 2:00 pm -2:30 pm |
A New Level of Thermal Analysis Measurements |
| 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm |
Individual Discussion and Networking |
Meet the Speakers
 |
Principal Scientist at TA Instruments Louis Waguespack is Principal Scientist - Thermal at TA Instruments. Louis joined TA in 1990 as a Technical Sales Representative for Thermal Analysis products. Since that time, Louis has held positions as an Application Engineer, Training Specialist, Lab Manager, and Thermal Analysis Product Manager. Louis attended Texas A&M University and has over thirty-five (35) years’ experience in Thermal Analysis. |
Join us for a free seminar focused on optimizing materials characterization using thermal analysis! This seminar will provide a working knowledge of Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Thermogravimetric Analysis, and Thermomechanical Analysis and how these methods can be used to gain insight to your material's properties, including applications examples. The seminar will also highlight two complimentary techniques, rheology and light scattering, and will introduce new platforms that can take your materials testing lab to the next level.
This seminar is designed for both experienced and novice users and is free of charge to attend. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please register today to save your seat - space is limited!
Agenda
| 9:00 am – 9:30 am |
Registration & Continental Breakfast |
| 9:30 am – 10:30 am |
Fundamentals of Materials Characterization for DSC, TGA and TMA |
| 10:30 am – 10:45 am |
Break |
| 10:45 am – 11:30 am |
Rheometry vs. Viscometry – Which One is Best for Me? |
| 11:30 am – 12:00 pm |
Polymer Attributes from Light Scattering (Size, Molar Mass and Conformation) Thomas Scheuermann, Wyatt Technology |
| 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Applications of TGA, DSC, and TMA Testing for Polymer Characterization |
| 2:00 pm -2:30 pm |
A New Level of Thermal Analysis Measurements |
| 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm |
Individual Discussion and Networking |
Meet the Speakers
|
Principal Scientist at TA Instruments Louis Waguespack is Principal Scientist - Thermal at TA Instruments. Louis joined TA in 1990 as a Technical Sales Representative for Thermal Analysis products. Since that time, Louis has held positions as an Application Engineer, Training Specialist, Lab Manager, and Thermal Analysis Product Manager. Louis attended Texas A&M University and has over thirty-five (35) years’ experience in Thermal Analysis. |
Join Waitlist
Revolutionary New Fusion Cell™
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Powerful TRIOS Software
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Modulated DSC®
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
RCS 120 Refrigerated Cooling System
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
High Throughput DSC Autosampler
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
New Microscope Accessory
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Revolutionary New Fusion Cell™
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Powerful TRIOS Software
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
High Throughput DSC Autosampler
It’s hard to believe we could improve on the most reliable DSC autosampler on the market, but we did! The new linear autosampler was designed to be even more rugged and simpler to use than ever before.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
- Fusion Cell™ with patented technology provides unrivaled performance in baseline flatness, sensitivity, resolution, and reproducibility. Its superb technology enables detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity measurements.
- Enhanced Tzero heat flow technology for the X3 guarantees temperature and enthalpy accuracy simultaneously on all three samples
- High-end performance with three sample calorimeters provide unmatched flexibility from replicate testing for statistical analysis to validation/verification against a control sample for the ultimate in certainty
- Modulated DSC® (MDSC®) for the most efficient separation of complex thermal events.
- One-Touch-Away™ User Interface enhances usability and access to data on the instrument.
- Reliable linear autosampler with 54 programmable tray positions for worry-free 24/7 operation, flexible programming of experiments, and automated calibration and verification routines.
- Widest range of refrigerated cooling options eliminates liquid nitrogen expense and ensures uninterrupted sub-ambient operation during extended autosampler routines.
- Tzero Press and pans for fast, simple, and reproducible sample preparation.
- Powerful software that delivers an exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis, and reporting. Features such as automated calibration routines and real-time test method editing provide unmatched flexibility, while One-Click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
- Commitment to quality backed by the industry’s ONLY five-year cell and furnace warranty for peace of mind.
| Instrument Features | |
|---|---|
| Fusion Cell™ | X3 DSC |
| MDSC |  |
| Enhanced Tzero Heat Flow | |
| User Replaceable Cell | |
| 54-Position Autosampler | |
| Dual Input Gas-Delivery Manifold | |
| Color App-Style Touch Screen | |
| Included |
|
Revolutionary New Fusion Cell™
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Powerful TRIOS Software
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Modulated DSC®
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
RCS 120 Refrigerated Cooling System
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
High Throughput DSC Autosampler
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
New Microscope Accessory
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
TRIOS Software
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
TRIOS Features & Benefits:
- Control multiple instruments with a single PC and software package
- Overlay and compare results across techniques including DSC, TGA, DMA, SDT and rheometers.
- Unlimited licensing and free lifetime software upgrades.
- One-Click analysis for increased productivity.
- Automated custom report generation including: experimental details, data plots and tables, control charts and analysis results.
- Convenient data export to plain-text, CSV, XML, Excel®, Word®, PowerPoint®, and image formats.
- Optional TRIOS Guardian with electronic signatures for audit trail and data integrity.• Modulated DSC® (MDSC®) for the most efficient separation of complex thermal events.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
- Theory of operation
- Instrumentation
- Experimental parameters
- Software operation
- Calibration
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Applications
TGA Part 2 - Applications
Tuesday, June 23 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
- Theory of operation
- Instrumentation
- Experimental parameters
- Software operation
- Calibration
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Applications
Request More Information
Trade in your Q Series DSC system and SAVE 40% on a NEW Discovery DSC
The world’s finest line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters
Trade in your Q Series DSC system and SAVE 40% on a NEW Discovery DSC
The world’s finest line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters
Discovery DSC
- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled performance
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
TGA Part 1 - Theory & Instrumentation
Monday, June 22 at 1:00 pm EDT
This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
Discovery DSC
- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled baseline flatness, sensitivity, and resolution
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
Discovery SDT
- Simultaneous DSC/TGA
- Advanced modes for heat capacity, kinetic studies, and better resolution
- Horizontal dual-beam design for superior heat flow and weight measurements
- New 30-position autosampler with programmable tray positions
Discovery TGA
- New ultrasensitive proprietary Tru-Mass™ thermobalance
- The most accurate real-time data
- Superior atmosphere control to meet the most demanding applications
- Rugged & reliable automation
Discovery DSC
- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled baseline flatness, sensitivity, and resolution
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
Discovery DSC
- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled baseline flatness, sensitivity, and resolution
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
Discovery DSC
- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled baseline flatness, sensitivity, and resolution
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
Request More Information
* Some modules and OEM products are excluded. Trade in required to receive discount. Please contact your local TA representative for more details. Deals valid for systems purchased and delivered before September 18, 2020.