Partical Technology Labs on surface area
Pore Size

Lights, Camera, Surface Area!

So, you have a sample and you really want to show it off. You know you want surface area information, but what kind? How much surface area does it have? Does it have pores? If so, how big

ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accreditation for Capillary Flow and Technical Cleanliness Test
Quality Assurance and Methods Compliance

PTL’s Capillary Flow and Technical Cleanliness Test Receive NEW ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 Accreditation

In addition to a recent ISO/IEC accreditation extension, PTL received a new accreditation for two highly sought-after tests. “Our latest tests garnering ISO compliance are the standard test method for pore size characteristics of geotextiles by capillary flow

Particle Size

Dynamic Light Scattering Problems and Solutions: Unexpected Results and False Positives

Have you ever wondered why your Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) results occasionally and without obvious cause don’t meet your specifications? The answer might lie in the technique’s unique relationship with sampling probabilities and false positive results. To truly

Automotive parts particle analysis
Particle Size

Automotive Part Cleanliness

Understanding the nature and composition of particles present both on and within automotive components is a critical analytical testing service PTL provides the automotive industry. Particles released from mechanical parts not only can shorten the life of the

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certification
Quality Assurance and Methods Compliance

PTL Extends ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 Accreditation Status

Particle Technology Labs, the premier particle characterization service laboratory, is pleased to announce its newest ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation status. “This accreditation is by far the most recognized international standard establishing a lab’s competence and quality,” explains Amy Ganden,

Bill Kopesky in Particle Technology Labs
PTL News

EVP and Director of Analytical Services Shares Insights from 23-Year Career at Particle Technology Labs

William (Bill) Kopesky joined Particle Technology Labs as a Chemist I in 2000, ultimately becoming part owner of PTL. Today, he serves PTL and our clients as an Executive Vice President and Director of Analytical Services. His genuine

Jorie Kassel at International Powder & Bulk Solids Conference
Particle Size

PTL Shares Particle Characterization Insights at The Powder Show

On April 25th, 2023, Particle Technology Labs’ Laboratory Division Manager, Jorie Kassel*, attended the International Powder & Bulk Solids Conference & Exhibition where she gave a presentation detailing the many techniques available for particle size and shape characterization

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Customer Service

Sample Shipping: The First Step to a Successful Particle Characterization Analysis

Although easy to overlook, shipping your samples to PTL is the most foundational step in obtaining any particle characterization analysis. For accurate results, your samples must arrive at PTL in good condition, so it is imperative to ship

Medical device cleanliness testing is used on catheters
Particle Size

Medical Device Cleanliness Testing at PTL

Determining the size and number of particles found on and within medical devices is important for, hopefully, obvious reasons. Particles released from an intravenous or implanted device can cause increased health risks in a patient. These particles can