When determining total nitrogen (or protein) of a sample using LECO’s FP828, it is crucial to select the right sample container for the job. Several key considerations must be taken into account, like the sample mass capacities of the container, compatibility of the container with the matrix, ash production, and more.
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Trick or Treat! What’s Inside Your Favorite Sweet?
How do mass producers ensure the quality of Halloween candy? By using special instruments like LECO’s Pegasus BTX. See what the BTX found in a batch of candy.
On Demand Webinar: Moisture Determination in Milk and Milk Products
Moisture Content is a key parameter for all food and feed laboratories. It is needed for dry base calculations as well as for the general water content determination. In milk and milk products, the amount of total solids TS is an important parameter. Additionally, dairy products such as cheese require water content analysis for dry […]
The Importance of Precise Nitrogen Testing in Polymer and Plastic Manufacturing
In the world of plastics and polymers, precision matters. From everyday items to high-performance materials, the quality and consistency of polymers directly impacts their functionality. One often overlooked but critical aspect of polymer production is Nitrogen testing.
LECO is Showing Off at Upcoming Trade Shows
LECO will be at IMAT in Cleveland, Ohio, and MS&T in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. At both shows, we’ll be bringing our new metallographic saw, the CX300, our AMH55 system, the CS744 combustion analyzer, and our GDS lamps.
LECO Mass Spectrometer Used to Establish a Core Breath Profile for Non-Human Primates
A non-invasive method was used to establish a core breath profile for healthy, non-human primates. Breath profiles have been observed as a way to identify diseased primates from healthy ones. The hope is that the results of such research will aid in other studies, especially human research.
Cutting and Sectioning Metallographic Samples – What Type of Saw do I Need?
Sectioning machines (enclosed abrasive saws) come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and methods for cutting. Selecting what type of saw you need isn’t always as straightforward as you think. The most helpful tool is knowing what samples you want to cut.
Building Success—LECO Instruments for Cement and Building Materials
Discover our wide-ranging versatility in conducting various types of analyses within the building materials sector.
LECO to Develop New Test Method for Analysis of Carbon, Low-Alloy, and Free-Machining Steel by Glow Discharge Atomic Emission Spectrometry through ASTM International
Committed to empowering results, LECO participates in ASTM committees to help develop industry standards and guides. We’re currently working on a new GD-AES method for steel analysis, and we’re looking for collaborators.
Building Strong Foundations Webinars
Learn more about construction materials, especially cement, in this upcoming webinar series from LECO.
Save Time and Money with LECO’s Magnetic Disc System for Metallographic Sample Prep
For anyone who has worked with polishing/grinding equipment, like LECO’s PX Series, you know that using the right combination of abrasives and polishing cloths is key. However, changing out the materials can sometimes be a tedious task. As part of LECO’s mission to empower success in laboratories worldwide, we created a system that makes switching […]
LECO’s “Mobile Laboratory” to Appear at ACS Fall 2024
The fall meeting of the American Chemical Society is sure to be a great one with all that LECO is bringing to the table… or should I say, booth? The conference takes place in just over a week on August 18-22nd in Denver, Colorado. For those of you who plan to attend, you’re in for […]
New and Innovative Talc Grade Determination Method with LECO’s TGA801
When hearing the word “talc,” many people tend to associate the mineral with baby powder. But talc has a plethora of uses and applications that many overlook. Talc is best described as a clay mineral that is composed of magnesium, silicon, oxygen, and hydrogen—often referred to as hydrous magnesium silicate. It’s recognized for its soft […]
This Girl Loves LECO and Separation Science—Here’s Why
In 2021, LECO announced the exciting news they were in search of a collaborator to elevate or expand upon the GC-MS analytical technique with our advanced tools. The next year, it was announced that Dr. Petr Vozka of Cal State University, LA would be the collaborator and recipient of a Pegasus® BT GC-MS system. Since […]
EV Battery Boom Supports Graphite Market Growth
In the last several years, electric vehicles have become increasingly popular, and many manufacturers are beginning to provide EV options for their consumers. Because of this rise, the demand for graphite has significantly increased. Graphite not only makes up the largest portion of EV batteries, but the most important part of the battery, the anode. […]
What’s Inside Your Battery Matters
With the recent explosion of the electric vehicle industry, lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries are in seriously high demand. Although they are not the only batteries that can power an EV, they are some of the safest, longest lasting, and most durable out there, making them a popular choice amongst manufacturers. These LFP batteries are […]
Metabolomics Society Celebrates 20 Years
This year marks the 20th annual conference of the Metabolomics Society! LECO is excited to be a sponsor for Metabolomics 2024, starting on 16 June and ending 20 June, and we’re counting down the minutes until the conference begins. Held in the buzzing metropolis of Osaka, Japan, this event is the largest metabolomics meeting worldwide. […]
The Lucky Lab has Been Chosen – Congratulations Dr. Kate Perrault Uptmor!
After carefully reviewing hundreds of entries from hopeful labs around the United States, LECO Corporation has selected Dr. Kate Perrault Uptmor as the recipient of a brand-new LECO Pegasus BTX 4D with Paradigm™ Flow Modulator.
LECO is Bringing Its Latest Innovation to ASMS
The 72nd Annual American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) Conference is taking place from 2 June – 6 June. We’ll be in attendance, and we’ll have our all-new BenchTop Mass Spectrometer, the Pegasus BTX, with us! Check out this new advancement in mass spectrometry and ask our experts anything you’re wanting to know at Booth […]
Do My Consumables Expire?
The short answer to that question is yes… eventually. But there are several factors that play into it. You may notice that some of your consumables have labels with specific expiration dates, while others do not. For items that don’t include a specific expiration date, shelf-life is based on the date of manufacture. The manufacturing […]