First Mid Year Sales and Technical Class
Room Training, Holiday Inn Resort
5th September,2007
TA INSTRUMENTS IN ASSOCIATION WITH
NATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMPANY
Presenter: Farhan Akhter Sheikh
(Customer Support Engineer)
AGENDA
•Thermal and Rheology, A window look
•TA Product line with Snap shot
•Present Market Share
•Our Competitors
•Areas that Needs Attention
•Service & Technical Points
Thermal Analysis & Rheology
• A complementary set of analytical
techniques
• Instruments and software for
characterizing a wide range of materials
• Measures changes in the Physical, and
Chemical properties of materials as a
function of time, temperature and other
specific variables.
What is Rheology ?
Rheology is the science of flow and deformation of matter.
The relationship between stress and deformation is a property of
the material. We can therefore define Rheology as the study of
stress-deformation relationships.
What is a Rheometer?
An instrument that measures both viscosity and viscoelasticity of fluids,
semi-solids and solids
It provides following information about the material’s:
1.
2.
3.
Viscosity (which is the function of shear rate or stress, time &
temperature dependence)
Viscoelastic properties (G’, G”, tan d) with respect to time, temperature,
frequency & stress/strain
Transient response (relaxation modulus, creep compliance, creep
recovery)
Types of Rheometers
• Rotational (Shear) Rheometers
– ARES (Strain Control – SMT)
– AR (Stress Control – CMT)
• Solids (Tensile/Bending) Rheometers
– RSA (Strain Control – SMT)
– DMA Q800 (Stress Control – CMT)
Rheometers Product Line
ARES SERIES
(SMT)
AR SERIES
(CMT)
AVAILABLE MODELS IN CMT RHEOMETERS
1.
2.
3.
4.
AR-G2 (smart geom.)
AR 2000EX
AR 550
AR 1500EX
AVAILABLE CONFIGURATION IN SMT
RHEOMETERS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
ARES: Standard motor/2KFRT/Oven
ARES LS-1: LS Motor/1KFRT/Peltier Bath.
ARES LS-2: LS Motor/2KFRT/Oven
ARES RDA: Standard Motor/2KSpring/Oven.
ARES RFS: Standard Motor/1KFRT/Peltier
Bath.
ARES-HT: HT Motor/10KSpring/Oven.
Applications
1.
2.
3.
4.
Antiperspirant/Deodorant
Shampoos
Creams/Lotions
Paints and coatings
Thermal Analysis of Materials
Thermal Analysis techniques are applicable to most material
classes. Some of the more common classes include :
• Polymers (Thermoplastics, thermosets, Elastomers, Polymer
blends, copolymers).
• Foodstuffs and Pharmaceuticals
• Inorganic (Minerals & Clays)
• Ceramics, metals and Alloys.
• Petroleum derived products (fuels, greases, Lubricating oils,
Bitumens and tars).
• Materials are investigated (Loaded) in the liquid or solid state.
• Over a wide temperature range -180°C/1600°C (depending on
the technique).
ACRONYMS
•
DSC: Differential Scanning Calorimtery
•
TGA: Thermo Gravimetric Analyzer
•
SDT: Simultaneous Differential Thermal Analyzer
•
DMA: Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer
•
TMA: Thermo Mechanical Analyzer
Thermal Analysis Techniques
• Differential Scanning
Calorimeter (DSC) Modulated DSC
(MDSC)
• Thermo-Gravimetric
Analysis (TGA)
• Dynamic Mechanical
Analysis (DMA)
• Thermo-Mechanical
Analysis (TMA)
Thermal Analysis Measurements
• Heat flow and heat capacity - DSC, MDSC
• Weight change - TGA
• Dimension changes - TMA
• Modulus and damping - DMA
Thermal Analysis of Materials Reveals
•
•
•
•
•
•
Low energy Transitions (b, g, Coefficients) – DMA
Glass transitions (Tg) - DSC, TMA, DMA
Softening - TMA, DSC, DMA
Melting - DSC, TMA, DMA
Re-ordering (Curing) – DSC, TMA, DMA
Thermal/Oxidative stability & weight change - TGA

DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry)


A technique in which the heat flow rate (Power) to the
sample is monitored against time or temperature while the
temperature of the sample, in a specified atmosphere, is
programmed.
ICTAC Definition (For Better Thermal Analysis. Ed John
O. Hill) 1991
DSC - What can it measure?
Glass Transitions
 Melting Points
 Crystallization Times and Temperatures
 % Crystallinity
 Heats of Fusion and Reactions
 Specific Heat
 Oxidative Stability
 Rate of Cure
 Reaction Kinetics
 Purity
 Thermal Stability

Q Series™ DSCs
Q 2000
Q 200
Q 20
Q 2000 is top-of-the-line, research grade with all options
Q 200 is research grade and expandable
Q 20 is a basic DSC
Q2000 DSC:
Auto sampler
Modulated DSC
Advanced Tzero capability (T4P Heat flow signal).
User replaceable Cell
Pressure DSC cell option
Q200 DSC:
Autosampler is optional
Tzero heat flow correction option (T4) for improved transition resolution
and baseline flatness.
MDSC is an option with maximum heating rates of 5C/Minute available.
Q20 DSC:
Q20 It is an Entry level DSC which does not have the T Zero heat flow
corrections for improved resolution and baseline flatness.
Cooling Accessories for DSCs
•
Refrigerated Cooling System
1.
2.
RCS-90
RCS-40
Self-contained, mechanical
– -40/-90 to 550°C with
excellent baseline
performance
– No frost, even with auto
ampler
•
Liquid Nitrogen Cooling
System (LNCS)
– Fast cooling from 550°C
to –180°C
– Isothermal crystallization
– Auto filling
Autosampler
• Automates analysis
• 50-position tray including 5
references
• Interruptible or sequential
order
• Automated calibration takes
less than 3 minutes
• Optical sensor guides
placement
• Available on Q 200 and
Q 2000
DSC CELL SCHEMATIC
DSC CELL STRUCTURE
Sample Platform
Chromel Area Detector
Reference Platform
Constantan Body
Thin Wall Tube
Base Surface
Constantan Wire
Chromel Wire
Chromel Wire
 1
dTs
1 
dD T

+ DT0 
+ (C r - C s )
- Cr
q=
Rr
dt
dt
 R s Rr 
DT
AVAILABLE MODEL FOR TGAs
TGA Q5000IR
THE HIGHLY AUTOMATED Q5000 IR OFFERS
UNMATCHED BASELINE FLATNESS, HIGH
SENSITIVITY, ACCURATE TEMPERATURE
MEASUREMENT, AND PRECISE CONTROL IN
BOTH STANDARD AND HIGH HEATING RATE
OPERATION. OTHER GREAT FEATURES INCLUDE
VACUUM OPERATION, AUTOMATED CURIE POINT
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION, POWERFUL NEW
SOFTWARE AND A 25-POSITION, SMART
AUTOSAMPLER WITH A UNIQUE CONTAMINATIONFREE, SEALED PAN PUNCHING MECHANISM. IT IS
CLEARLY THE BEST ANALYZER FOR COMPLEX
TGA APPLICATIONS.
TGA Q 500
The Q500 is a research grade thermo gravimetric
analyzer, whose leading performance arises from a
responsive low-mass furnace; sensitive thermo balance,
and efficient horizontal purge gas system (with mass
flow control). Its convenience, expandability and
powerful, results-oriented software make the Q500
perfect for the multi-user laboratory where a wide variety
of TGA applications are conducted and where future
expansion of analytical work is anticipated
TGA Q50
The easy-to-use Q50 is a rugged, reliable, costeffective TGA with many features of the Q500. It
offers outstanding value as a compact, generalpurpose thermo gravimetric analyzer that
frequently outperforms competitive researchgrade models. Its integral mass flow control, gas
switching capability, and superb software make
the Q50 ideal for academic teaching facilities or
in industrial laboratories that need quality results
at a modest cost.
Applications Of Thermal
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Paints (Tg,WL,MP)
Pipe Coatings(Tg,WL)
Powder Coatings(WL)
Shielding(,,)
PE/PP Manufacturer(MP)
Many others which I dont
know
Tg: Glass Transition
MP: Melting Point
WL: Weight Loss
TA INSTRUMENT
OUR PRESENT MARKET POSITION
ARROUND KINGDOM
2.325 %
Central
Eastern
Western
41.860 %
55.814 %
Total = 43 Unit only
Number Of TA Instrument Region Wise
Eastern= 24 Units
Central = 18 Units
Western = 1Unit only
TA INSTRUMENT
OUR PRESENT CUSTOMERS
ARROUND KINGDOM
TA INSTRUMENT USER LIST ARROUND KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
CITY
CUSTOMER
INSTRUMENT TYPE
MODEL
JEDDAH
DUPONT / HERBERTS POWDER COATING SAUDIA CO LTD
DSC
2920 DSC
RIYADH
AMACO
DSC
2010 DSC
RIYADH
KACST (KING ABDULAZIZ CITY FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY)
Rheometer
AR-G2
RIYADH
KACST (KING ABDULAZIZ CITY FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY)
Rheometer
AR 1000
RIYADH
KING SAUD UNIVERSITY (KSU)
DSC
DSC 912
RIYADH
KING SAUD UNIVERSITY (KSU)
DSC
Q100 MDSC
RIYADH
KING SAUD UNIVERSITY (KSU)
TGA
950 TGA
RIYADH
KING SAUD UNIVERSITY (KSU)
TGA
951 TGA
AL KHARJ
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE (MOD)
SDT
2960 SDT
RIYADH
PLASCOM
DSC
2010 DSC
RIYADH
PLASCOM
TGA
2050 TGA
RIYADH
RIYADH CABLE COMPANY
DSC
2010 DSC
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
DSC
2050 TGA
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
DSC
2910 MDSC
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
DSC
Q2000 MDSC
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
DSC
Q1000 MDSC
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
DSC
2920 MDSC
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
ARES
NEW
RIYADH
SABIC R&D
Rheometer
ARES 1
TA INSTRUMENT USER LIST ARROUND KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
CITY
CUSTOMER
INSTRUMENT TYPE
MODEL
JUBAIL
IBN ZAHR (SAUDIA EUROPEAN PETROCHEMICAL CO.)
DSC
DSC 2910
DHAHRAN
KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS (KFUPM)
DMA
Q800 DMA
DHAHRAN
KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS (KFUPM)
DSC
Q1000 DSC
DHAHRAN
KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS (KFUPM)
Rheometer
ARES LS2
DHAHRAN
KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS (KFUPM)
Rheometer
CSA II
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
DEA
2970 DEA
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
DMA
DMA - RSA III
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
DSC
2920 DSC
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
DSC
2010 DSC
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
MS
BALZERS MS
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
Rheometer
ARES
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
Rheometer
ARES
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
SDT
Q600 SDT
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
TGA
950 TGA
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
TGA
2050 TGA
DHAHRAN
SAUDI ARAMCO
TGA
2050 TGA
TA INSTRUMENT USER LIST ARROUND KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
CITY
CUSTOMER
INSTRUMENT TYPE
MODEL
DAMMAM
AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING
DSC
2920 DSC
DAMMAM
AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING
DSC
2920 DSC
DAMMAM
AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING
DSC
920 DSC
DAMMAM
AL QAHTANI PIPE COATING
DSC
920 DSC
DAMMAM
AMIANTIT PIPES (Bondstrand Ltd)
DSC
Q100
DAMMAM
SAUDI CONDUIT COATING COMPANY ( S3C)
DSC
2010 DSC
JUBAIL
JUBAIL INDUSTRIAL COLLEGE
DSC
Q100
JUBAIL
TASNEE PETROCHEMICALS
DSC
Q100
OUR COMPETITORS
• NESZCH (GERMANY)
• SCHIMADZU (JAPAN)
• PERKIN ELMER (US)
• JADE (UK)
• METTLER TOLLEDO (GERMANY)
AREAS that Need Attention
• Give Application awareness to Customer
•Introduce new Model of Instruments to the existing
old model users as shown in the user list in earlier
slide
SERVICE ISSUES WITH ARES
ARES: (Advance Rheometric Expansion System)
Checking Air line inputs
•Air Bearing Transducer (30,000 $ to 35,000 $)
•Normal Force Calibration
•Torque Calibration
•CAT (Capacitor Angular Transducer) Board Calibration
•Alignment of Transducer with Motor
•Stress Calibration
•Strain Calibration
•Motor Burn in Test (To eliminate Oxidation from Coil)
• Calibration/Electronic PCB troubleshooting
SERVICE ISSUES FOR THERMAL
DSC: (Major product)
•Need Cell conditioning quarterly/half yearly
•Cell Cleaning
•MFC Calibration/Electronic PCB troubleshooting
TGA:
•Conditioning of furnace
•Balance calibration
•Baseline Calibration
•Electronic PCB troubleshooting
•On board checks
THANK YOU !
QUESTIONS!..