TPS100 Nanoparticle Sampler

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  • 3:11PM May 18, 2016
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The TPS100 nanoparticle sampler collects airborne particles directly on an electron microscope (EM) grid which can be analyzed directly (no preparation required) using a high resolution EM to obtain detailed characterization of airborne nanoparticles. The TPS100 is the first fully self-contained, handheld thermophoretic sampling device on the market. Nanoparticles are ubiquitous in the atmosphere, and […]

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Do Engineered Nanoparticles Emitted from Laser Printers have Health Implications?

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CHALLENGE: Characterize the engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) in toner formulations and study the release of the ENMs during consumer use of laser printers. Characterize their physiochemical, morphological, and toxicological properties. SOURCE: Printers from the four most commercially available manufacturers and models using a variety of printer toner powder and paper were used during printing. PROCESS: The […]

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Are There Health Implications from Exposure to Engineered Nanoparticles Emitted from Laser Printers?

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The following case study explores engineered nanoparticles released during laser printing. CHALLENGE: Characterize the engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) in toner formulations and study the release of the ENMs during consumer use of laser printers. Characterize their physiochemical, morphological, and toxicological properties. SOURCE: Printers from the four most commercially available manufacturers and models using a variety of […]

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Addressing Polystyrene Manufacturing Issues at the Micro/Nano Scale

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  • 1:26PM Dec 01, 2014
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Challenge: A manufacturer was experiencing production issues associated with polystyrene vessels in a life science application. Our challenge was to investigate the problem, which was impacting multiple product lines, to determine the root cause of failure and provide a means of resolution. Material: Polystyrene is critical to biomedical research and science. Its optical clarity and […]

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Micro/Nano-Scale Investigation Addresses Polystyrene Manufacturing Challenges

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Challenge: A manufacturer was experiencing production issues associated with polystyrene vessels in a life science application. Our challenge was to investigate the problem, which was impacting multiple product lines, to determine the root cause of failure and provide a means of resolution. Material: Polystyrene is critical to biomedical research and science. Its optical clarity and ability […]

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When Dealing with Carbon Nanotubes: Does Diameter Matter?

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  • 11:30AM Jul 01, 2014
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SWCNTs and MWCNTs and Genotoxicity Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are an allotrope of carbon. Since their discovery in 1991 they have been used for a variety of applications including fiber optics, conductive plastics, and molecular electronics, as well as biological and biomedical applications. Their unique properties make them commercially important. They exhibit extraordinary strength and are […]

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Exposing Nanoparticles – It’s Gotten Personal

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  • 10:11AM Apr 22, 2014
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Nanoparticles, microscopic particles with at least one dimension less than 100 nm, are a part of everyone’s daily life. You don’t have to be involved in their manufacture to be exposed to nanoparticles. Walking down the street we are exposed to vehicle exhaust (man-made nanoparticles); while on vacation at the beach everyone has come in […]

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Nanomaterials and Industrial Hygiene featured in The Synergist

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  • 4:14PM Nov 22, 2013
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Do you understand how engineered nanomaterial properties differ during production, processing, and disposal? How about the evaluation of potential risks associated with nanoparticle fabrication, handling, machining, or containerizing? When it comes to nanomaterials, it’s hard to see all the risks that workers encounter, literally and hypothetically. A recent article co-authored by Keith Rickabaugh of RJ […]

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New Frontiers in Nanomaterials – Innovation and Safety Concerns

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  • 5:55PM Nov 18, 2013
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Materials scientists developing nanomaterials have been harnessing their unique properties in remarkable ways creating significant opportunities for innovation. But, the excitement these discoveries generate must be tempered with a concern for the safety of those working with and producing nanomaterials, as well as those who use the products in which they are found. This year’s […]

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