Element’s scientists provide comprehensive, customized polymer and plastic testing services to meet clients’ needs, as well as in-depth expert analysis of lab test results to help identify contaminants, develop and validate methods, compare materials, and provide support in litigation. Our proprietary analysis techniques and methods, performed by expert scientists, provide a complete understanding of the polymer or plastic in question and its chemical, mechanical, thermal, and elemental properties.
Polymer Characterization and Testing Laboratory
Element plastic testing labs use deformulation techniques to create a complete profile of the major and minor components of a material, including polymer resins, inorganic fillers, stabilizers, colorants, additives, impact modifiers, and more. We work with clients to meet their specific testing needs and tailor our process to produce clear results relevant to their concerns. Our analysis methods include:
- FTIR Spectroscopy
- NMR Spectroscopy
- Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
- Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)
- Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC)
- Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
- FID/TCD/ECD
- Mass Spectrometry (including Pyrolysis)
- Optical Microscopy
- Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)
- High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
- Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
- Pyrolysis (MSD)
From routine inquiries to the most unusual or complex problems, Element’s team of experts is ready to deliver results. Contact us today to start your project.
Deformulation & Competitive Product Analysis
Element’s deformulation services break down a compound into its major and minor components and analyze them to determine precisely what the compound contains and how the parts are combined to create the final product. This can be used to research and compare competitor products to your own, replicate formulations (including manufacturing instructions), compare different batches of the same product to identify inconsistencies, determine if a product is in violation of an existing patent or support litigation related to product failure.
Rubber Testing & Analysis Laboratory
Whether clients are in the process of developing a new product or evaluating an existing one, Element’s scientists provide the analytical and testing services necessary to produce a superior product. Using state-of-the-art equipment and analytical techniques, our labs can identify and quantify the components of a sample and reverse engineer its formula and manufacturing process comprehensively. Rely on Element for quality control, product development, competitor product analysis, failure testing, and more.
While many labs can identify the primary components of a sample, Element labs use advanced technology to pinpoint even the most minor inclusions and their quantities. Moreover, Element provides detailed reports and expert interpretation of the findings, allowing our clients to understand the information fully, make informed decisions, and effectively problem-solve. Our abilities go beyond reporting to provide scientific research and consultancy services for those who need it.
For more information about our rubber, plastics and polymer testing services, or to request a quote, contact us today.
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Product Deformulation
Element’s expert chemists have successfully reverse engineered hundreds of formulations for a huge array of products and provided detailed information on the identity and quantity of ingredients.
Extractables and Leachables Studies
Element's extractables and leachables studies offer tailored solutions that ensure patient safety and compliance with industry standards.
NMR Spectroscopy
NMR spectroscopy in pharmaceutical analysis enables identification of substances and impurities, verification of chemical synthesis and compound characterization, supporting critical stages of pharmaceutical development.
Polymeric Failure Analysis
Failure analysis of polymer-based medical devices is critical to guarantee that process or material improvements can be made to prevent repeated failures.