Compact, benchtop system provides formulation analysis
The ability to test the aging and shelf life of emulsions, suspensions, dispersions and foams is a critical step in research and development and quality control, across a wide range of chemical process operations, including cosmetics, inks and cosmetics production. Many traditional testing methods are reliable, but do not provide quick results needed during product formulation and manufacturing. The Turbiscan family of stability analyzers includes the Turbiscan TLAb (photo), which is a compact, benchtop model with temperature regulation. It is designed to detect all types of destabilization, including coalescence, flocculation, creaming, sedimentation and more. Three versions are available, to providing a range of features that enable quick, convenient characterization of concentrated dispersions, says the company. The device lets users carry out quick, single-point measurement to enable a rapid signature (sample fingerprint) of the product being analyzed. Rapid results are especially essential during quality control, says the company.— Fullbrook Systems Ltd., Hemel Hempstead, U.K.