CONNECT TO OUR KNOW HOWCONNECT TO OUR KNOW HOWThermal Analysis & Rheology Seminar Series

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Dear Customer,

Our goal at TA Instruments is to offer you thebest after-sales-support available.

In the year 2000 we are expanding our customertraining courses and launching the Connect to ourKnow How program in which we offer our broad-basedexperience to all of our users. An important part ofthis program is an enhanced training course offering,an overview of which appears in this brochure. Thetraining courses are structured in two categories: abasic level and an advanced level. The basic coursesfocus on hands-on experience for DSC, TGA, DMA andrheology and are given in local language at regulartime intervals in all countries where we have a directoffice. The advanced courses are more theoreticaland cover techniques such as Modulated DSC®,TGA-evolved gas analysis, dynamic measurementssuch as DMA, DEA and rheology. These advancedcourses are held at selected locations and most ofthem are in English.

The quality of the workshops listed in this brochureis the result of the many years of experience of ourstaff. These courses provide a valuable opportunityto Connect with our Know How and to drive maximumbenefit from your investment in TA Instruments’products and support services.

I hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you toone of these courses.

Sincerely,

Danny PattynDIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL SALES AND MARKETING

Danny PattynDirector,International Sales and Marketing

ContentsThe TA Instruments Thermal Analysis and Rheology workshops are designed tofamiliarize the user or potential user with the various techniques. Each course dayis specific to a particular technique. Each day focuses on either the theory behindthe technique, or on practical operation of the particular instrument, or is acombination of both.

The workshops dedicated to the theory are meant to give a sound backgroundabout the fundamental concepts of the technique. Besides, the applicability of thetechnique in diverse areas and real-life problem solving is illustrated with lots ofexamples. If desired by the participants a particular application can be demon-strated using state of the art instrumentation.

The practical workshops are mainly devoted to hands-on operation, and intendedto provide new users in a minimum of time the necessary skills to get the maximumout of their instrument for their particular application. Participants are invited tobring their own samples.

Who should attend?The theory workshops are designed for the scientist, engineer or technician whodesires a more comprehensive understanding of the technique, and its possible areasof application.

The practical and mixed workshops are designed for (new) users of TA Instrumentsinstrumentation. In order to obtain the maximum benefit from the practical coursesyou should already have some operating experience.

Course LocationTA Instruments LtdEurope House, Bilton Center, Cleeve Road,Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7UQ UK

COURSE SCHEDULE

DSC theory April 12, 2000

DSC practical April 13, 2000

TGA/SDT theory December 6, 2000

TGA/SDT practical December 7, 2000

DMA theory/practical October 25, 2000

Rheology theory/practical January 20, March 16, May 11,July 13, September 14, November 16, 2000

Rheology theory October 16, 2000

Rheology practical October 17 -18, 2000

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English

Jim JoannouThermal AnalysisApplication Scientist

Jim joined our UK applicationlab in 1998. Jim has beeninvolved in thermal analysisand rheology for over 27 years.

Peter HodderRheologyApplication Scientist

After obtaining his degree inChemistry from BirminghamUniversity, Peter started hisrheology oriented career in theresins and coatings industry,where he was active in diversefields for almost 8 years. Peterjoined TA Instruments in 1995.

Thermal Analysis and RheologyWorkshopsThis unique and extensive training program proposed to you is the result of TA Instruments’ continuouseffort for customer support. It reflects numerous years of experience in the field of Thermal Analysis andRheology. We would like you to get the maximum benefit from our know how through the frequentorganization of theoretical and practical workshops in various languages. The tutors are selected withtheir experience borne in mind and are chosen from TA Instruments’ extensive support team. For eachworkshop comprehensive course notes are provided.

Tuition for the workshop is £125Registration fee includes lecture notes, coffee and lunch.

Hotel accommodation is not included, but can be provided on request.

For additional information, please contactTA Instruments Ltd. UK (tel. +44 1372 360363)

ContenusLes ateliers d’Analyse Thermique et de Rhéologie TA Instruments sont conçus pourfamiliariser l’utilisateur ou l’utilisateur potentiel aux diverses techniques. Chaquejour de conférence est dédié à une technique particulière et se concentre soit sur lathéorie derrière la technique, soit sur la manipulation pratique de l’appareil spécifié,ou combine les deux parts.

Les ateliers dédiés à la théorie apportent un fond solide sur les conceptsfondamentaux de la technique. En outre, l’application de la technique dans diversdomaines et la résolution de problèmes réels sont illustrées par de nombreuxexemples. A la demande des participants une application particulière peut êtreétudiée.

Les ateliers pratiques sont principalement dédiés à la manipulation, et fournissentaux nouveaux utilisateurs dans un minimum de temps les capacités nécessairespour tirer le maximum de leur instrument sur leur propre application. Lesparticipants sont invités à apporter leurs échantillons.

Qui devrait participer?Les ateliers théoriques sont conçus pour le scientifique, l’ingénieur ou le technicienqui désire une compréhension plus profonde de la technique, et de ses domainesd'application possibles. Les ateliers pratiques et mixtes sont conçus à l’attentiondes (nouveaux) utilisateurs de l’instrumentation TA Instruments. Pour acquérir lemaximum de bénéfices de ces conférences pratiques vous devriez déjà avoir unpeu d’expérience de manipulation.

Lieu de ConférencesTA Instruments, Division de Waters SA1, rue Jacques MonodF-78280 Guyancourt

DATES DES CONFÉRENCES

DSC théorie 14 Mars 2000

DSC pratique 15 Mars, 25 Septembre 2000

TGA/SDT pratique 16 Mars, 28 Septembre 2000

TGA/SDT théorie 17 Mars 2000

Rhéologie théorie 26 Juin 2000

Rhéologie pratique 27 Juin 2000

DMA théorie/pratique 29 Juin 2000

Rhéologie théorie/pratique 7 Février, 6 Avril, 5 Octobre,5 Décembre 2000

DSC pratique 1 Mars 200014 Septembre 2000 à Bruxelles, Belgique

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Français

Jacques LoubensResponsable ApplicationsAnalyse Thermique

Diplômé de l’Université deBordeaux, Jacques a rejointle laboratoire d’applicationsen 1998, et est impliqué dansl’analyse thermique depuisplus de 10 ans.

Laurent DucrosResponsable ApplicationsRhéologie

Diplômé de l’Université deTechnologie de Compiègne,Laurent occupe le posted’ingénieur d’applicationsdans le secteur de la rhéologiedepuis 4 ans. Laurent a rejointl’équipe de TA Instrumentsen 1998.

Ateliers d’Analyse Thermiqueet de RhéologieCet unique et vaste programme de formation est le résultat de l’effort continu de TA Instruments pourle support technique de ses utilisateurs. Il est le reflet de nos nombreuses années d’expériences dans ledomaine de l’Analyse Thermique et la Rhéologie. Nous souhaiterions que vous tiriez le bénéfice maximumde notre savoir-faire par l'organisation fréquente d’ateliers théoriques et pratiques dans de nombreuseslangues. Nos conférenciers sont sélectionnés par rapport à leur expérience et choisis dans la vaste équipesupport de TA Instruments. Pour chaque atelier les notes détaillées vous sont fournies.

Coût d’inscription à un atelier: €200. Les fraisd’enregistrement incluent les notes de conférences, les pauses et repas

de midi. L’hébergement en hôtel n’est pas inclus, mais peut être fourni à la demande.

Pour toute information complémentaire, prenez contact avecTA Instruments France (tél. + 33 1 30 48 94 60)

ou TA Instuments Belgique (tél. + 32 2 706 00 80).

KursinhalteZiel der Workshops für Thermische Analyse und Rheologie ist es, unsere Anwenderund Interessenten mit den verschiedenen Messtechniken und deren Anwendungvertraut zu machen. An jedem der ganztägigen Workshops beschäftigen wir unsmit einer speziellen Technik: In den Workshops für Dynamische DifferenzKalorimetrie (DSC), Thermogravimetrische Analyse (TGA)/Simultane ThermischeAnalyse (SDT) und Rheologie vermitteln wir Ihnen einen fundierten theoretischenHintergrund bzw. eine solide Einweisung in die praktische Nutzung der einzelnenGeräte. Der Workshop für Dynamisch Mechanische Analyse (DMA) beginnt miteiner kurzen Einführung in die theoretischen Grundlagen und konzentriert sichdann auf das praktische Arbeiten mit dem Gerät.

Die Kurse beinhalten Anwendungsbeispiele und Problemlösungen aus denverschiedensten Bereichen. Falls gewünscht, können auch mitgebrachte Probender Workshop-Teilnehmer behandelt werden.

An wen richten sich die Workshops?Die praktischen Workshops bieten (neuen) Anwendern von TA Instruments Gerätenund Interessenten einen detaillierten Einblick in die verfügbaren Techniken undAnwendungsgebiete.

Wissenschaftler, Ingenieure, Techniker und Anwender, die an einem umfassenderenVerständnis interessiert sind, finden dieses in den theoretischen Workshops.

VeranstaltungsortTA Instruments, Ein Unternehmensbereich der Waters GmbHMax-Planck-Str. 11D-63755 Alzenau

VERANSTALTUNGSKALENDER

TGA/SDT Theorie 3. April, 3. Juli, 6. November 2000

TGA/SDT Praxis 4. April, 4. Juli, 7. November 2000

DSC Praxis 5. April, 5. Juli, 8. November 2000

DSC Theorie 6. April, 6. Juli, 9. November 2000

Rheologie Theorie 27. März, 27. Juni, 13. November 2000

Rheologie Praxis 28. März, 28. Juni, 14. November 2000

DMA Theorie und Praxis 31. März, 29. Juni, 17. November 2000

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Deutsch

Hermann UtschickLeiter Applikation undÖffentlichkeitsarbeitDiplom in Physik 1963 an derUniversität Halle. Promotionin Physikalischer ChemieUniversität Leipzig 1975. Über30jährige Erfahrung in Industrieund Wissenschaft in denBereichen Thermische Analyseund Dynamisch MechanischeAnalyse. Seit 1997 fürTA Instruments Deutschlandtätig.

Monika WieseLaboringenieurin

Studierte nach ihrer praktischenAusbildung zur ChemischTechnischen AssistentinChemieingenieuerwesen mitSchwerpunkt InstrumentelleAnalytik in Münster undschloß 1998 als Dipl.-Ing.(FH) Chemie ab. Seit 1998als Laboringenieurin imApplikationslabor vonTA Instruments in Alzenau mitder Analyse unterschiedlichsterProben betraut.

Workshops fürThermische Analyse und RheologieMit den hier angebotenen Kursen möchten wir Sie in den Gebrauch unserer Geräte einführen undIhnen die jeweiligen theoretischen Grundlagen vermitteln. Die Kursinhalte wurden auf Grundlangjähriger Erfahrung in der Kundenschulung und -betreuung zusammengestellt. Wir bieten Ihnen dieseKurse in kurzen zeitlichen Abständen und in verschiedenen Sprachen an, um Ihnen eine Schulung nachIhren Bedürfnissen zu ermöglichen. Die Kurse werden von unseren Spezialisten für die einzelnen Bereichedurchgeführt. Umfassende Kursunterlagen liegen für Sie bereit.

Die Teilnahmegebühr für einen ganztägigenWorkshop beträgt €200 und beinhaltet Kursmaterialien,

Pausenverpflegung und Mittagessen. Kosten für Übernachtung sind nichtenthalten, eine Unterbringung im Hotel kann auf Wunsch gerne vermittelt werden.

Wünschen Sie weitere Informationen,wenden Sie sich bitte an TA Instruments Deutschland (+49 6023 9647-12).

InhoudDe thermische analyse en rheologie workshops van TA Instruments zijn bedoeldom de gebruiker of potentiële gebruiker vertrouwd te maken met deze technieken.In elke workshop wordt een specifieke techniek onder de loep genomen; de nadrukwordt gelegd op hetzij de theorie achter de techniek, hetzij het praktisch gebruikvan het specifieke instrument, of een combinatie van beide.In de workshops gewijd aan de theorie wordt een solide basiskennis van deprincipes van de techniek beoogd. Bovendien wordt de toepasbaarheid van detechniek in diverse domeinen en voor het oplossen van technologische problemengeïllustreerd aan de hand van talrijke voorbeelden. Indien de deelnemers ditwensen, kan een specifieke applicatie gedemonstreerd worden met behulp vande meest recente apparatuur.De praktische workshops zijn voornamelijk gericht op het werken met deapparatuur. Ze zijn bedoeld om de nieuwe gebruiker in een minimum van tijd denoodzakelijke vaardigheden aan te leren om het maximum uit zijn instrument tehalen voor zijn typische applicatie. De deelnemers worden uitgenodigd om huneigen monsters mee te brengen.

DoelgroepDe theorie workshops zijn bestemd voor de wetenschapper, ingenieur of laborant die eendieper inzicht wil verkrijgen in de specifieke techniek en de toepassingsmogelijkhedenvan deze techniek.De praktische en gemengde workshops zijn bestemd voor de (nieuwe) gebruikersvan TA Instruments apparatuur. Cursisten die reeds een eerste praktische ervaringmet de apparatuur hebben opgedaan, kunnen het meeste voordeel halen uit dezepraktische cursussen.

Workshop locatiesTA Instruments, een divisie van Waters NV/BVFlorijnstraat 19, NL-4879 AH Etten-Leur Raketstraat 60, B-1130 Brussel

WORKSHOP KALENDER NEDERLAND BELGIË

DSC theorie 21 november 2000 16 mei 2000

DSC praktisch 23 februari 2000 17 mei 200022 november 2000 13 september 2000

TGA/SDT praktisch 23 november 2000 18 mei 2000

TGA/SDT theorie 24 november 2000 19 mei 2000

DMA theorie/praktisch 21 maart 200010 oktober 2000

Rheology theorie/praktisch 22 maart 200011 oktober 2000

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Nederlands

Stephane De BackerVerkoopsverantwoordelijkeBelgië en Luxemburg

Na zijn studies in fysische scheikundeaan de Katholieke Universiteit Leuven,was Stephane gedurende 4 jaar aktiefin de farmaceutische industrie alstechnisch-commercieel medewerker.Hij startte bij TA Instruments in 1994.Naast zijn verantwoordelijkheid in deverkoop houdt hij zich ook bezig metapplicatieve ondersteuning voor watbetreft DMA en rheologie.

Joop van den OuwelandVerkoopsverantwoordelijkeNederland

Joop studeerde levensmiddelenchemiein 's Hertogenbosch, waarbij hij zijneerste ervaringen opdeed in rheologie.In 1986 startte zijn carrière inthermische analyse en rheologie. Sinds1997 is Joop verkoopsverantwoordelijkevoor TA Instruments in Nederland.Daarnaast is hij ook gespecialiseerd inapplicatieve ondersteuning voor watbetreft DMA en rheologie.

Thermische Analyse en RheologieWorkshopsHet unieke en uitgebreide programma dat wij U voorstellen is het resultaat van de continue inzet vanTA Instruments met betrekking tot de ondersteuning van onze klanten. Het weerspiegelt vele jarenervaring in het domein van thermische analyse en rheologie, en onze wens om deze kennis over tedragen via het regelmatig organiseren van theoretische en praktische workshops in diverse talen.De lesgevers zijn geselecteerd uit ons uitgebreide team van applicatie specialisten en op basis vanhun ervaring ter zake. Voor elke workshop zijn gedetailleerde cursusnotities voorzien.

Deelnamekosten voor een workshop bedragen €200Cursusnotities, middagmaal en koffiepauze zijn inbegrepen in de deelnamekosten.

Op aanvraag kan hotel accommodatie voorzien worden (kosten niet inbegrepen)

Voor verdere informatie gelieveTA Instruments Nederland (tel. +31 76 508 72 70) of

TA Instruments België (tel. +32 2 706 00 80) te contacteren.

ProgrammaI corsi di formazione TA Instruments per Analisi Termica e Reologia sono studiatiper familiarizzare gli utenti o gli utenti potenziali con le varie tecniche analitiche.Ogni giorno di corso si riferisce ad una particolare tecnica e si occupa della baseteorica e della pratica di laboratorio sugli specifici strumenti.

I corsi dedicati alla teoria sono strutturati per fornire una solida base sui concettifondamentali della tecnica. Inoltre, la presentazione di numerosi esempi illustrai campi di applicazione nei diversi settori e le linee guida per la soluzione deiproblemi di caratterizzazione dei materiali. Su richiesta potranno essere esaminateparticolari applicazioni con l'uso della strumentazione più recente.

I corsi di laboratorio sono dedicati principalmente alle operazioni sullo strumento.Si intende così sviluppare l'abilità dell'operatore per ottenere le massimeprestazioni nell’utilizzo degli strumenti.

I partecipanti sono invitati a portare propri campioni.

Chi dovrebbe partecipare?I corsi teorici sono indirizzati agli utilizzatori degli strumenti o dei loro risultati chedesiderino una migliore comprensione della tecnica e delle sue possibili aree diapplicazione.

I corsi pratici e quelli misti teorico-pratici sono principalmente indirizzati agli utenti(anche nuovi) di TA Instruments. Per ottenere il massimo beneficio da questo tipodi corso è opportuno avere un minimo di esperienza operativa.

Sede dei corsiTA Instruments c/o Waters SpAvia A. Grandi 27I-20090 Vimodrone (MI)

CALENDARIO DEI CORSI

DSC teoria 21 marzo, 17 ottobre 2000

DSC laboratorio 22 marzo, 30 maggio, 18 ottobre 2000

TGA/SDT teoria 23 marzo, 19 ottobre 2000

TGA/SDT laboratorio 24 marzo, 31 maggio, 20 ottobre 2000

DMA teoria/laboratorio 5 aprile, 7 novembre 2000

Rheology teoria/laboratorio 6 aprile, 8 novembre 2000

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Italiano

Renzo PepiSales Manager Italia

Laureatosi in Ingeneria Chimicapresso l’Università di Pisa, hapartecipato a numerosi progetti diR/S nei settori petrolifero, alimentaree farmaceutico. Dal 1991 si occupadella attività TA Instruments inItalia ed ha maturato una profondaesperienza nel supporto degliutilizzatori sia nel campo dellaAnalisi Termica sia in quellodella Reologia.

Paolo CrespiProduct Specialist

Laureatosi in Chimica pressol'Università di Milano, nel corsodegli ultimi 12 anni ha promossocon successo strumentazione dalaboratorio di alta tecnologia(tra cui apparecchiature perAnalisi Termica ed AFM). Paoloopera in TA Instruments dal 1998.

Corsi di formazione inAnalisi Termica e ReologiaQuesto programma di formazione unico e multidisciplinare è il risultato dell'impegno continuo diTA Instruments a supporto degli utilizzatori ed è il frutto di molti anni di esperienza nei settori AnalisiTermica e Reologia. Questa iniziativa è tesa a far ottenere il massimo beneficio dalla disponibilità dellanostra esperienza, attraverso una organizzazione regolare di corsi teorici e pratici in lingua locale. Idocenti sono stati selezionati sulla base delle esperienze maturate e fanno parte del vasto gruppo disupporto TA Instruments. Per ogni corso verrà fornita ampia documentazione relativa a tutti gliargomenti trattati.

La quota di partecipazione ad una giornata di corso è €200La registrazione include materiale didattico, pranzo e coffe-break

La sistemazione alberghiera non è inclusa, ma può essere fornita su richiesta.

Per ulteriori informazioni potete contattareTA Instruments Italia (tel. +39 02 27421 283)

ContenidoLos seminarios de Análisis Térmico y Reología están diseñados para que el actualo futuro usuario se familiarice con varias técnicas. Cada curso es específico a unatécnica determinada. Enfocándose tanto a la introducción teórica de la técnica,como al funcionamiento del sistema en particular.

Los seminarios teóricos están pensados para dar un repaso a los conceptosfundamentales de la técnica. Además, se ilustra con gran número de ejemplos laaplicabilidad de la técnica en diversas áreas y resolución de problemas cotidianos.Si los participantes lo desean existe la posibilidad de realizar una aplicación enparticular utilizando instrumentación de vanguardia.

La parte práctica está esencialmente orientada a la utilización del sistema ypretende proporcionar a los nuevos usuarios en el menor tiempo posible losconocimientos necesarios para conseguir de sus equipos el mayor provecho posiblepara su aplicación. Los participantes podrán llevar sus propias muestras.

¿A quién está dirigido?Los seminarios teóricos están diseñados para científicos, ingenieros o técnicosque deseen adquirir un mayor y mejor conocimiento de la técnica, así como susposibles áreas de aplicación.

Los seminarios prácticos y mixtos están diseñados para los (nuevos) usuarios delos sistemas de TA Instruments. Para obtener el óptimo aprovechamiento de loscursos prácticos debería contar con cierta experiencia de utilización.

Lugar del CursoTA Instruments, una división de Waters Cromatografía SAAvda. de Europa 21, Pta Baja Entenza 24, Pta BajaParque Empresarial la Moraleja E-08015 BarcelonaE-28108 Alcobendas (Madrid)

HORARIO DEL CURSO MADRID BARCELONA

DSC teoría / práctica 11 Abril 2000 16 Octubre 2000

TGA/SDT teoría / práctica 13 Abril 2000 17 Octubre 2000

Reología teoría / práctica 24 Octubre 2000 17 Mayo 2000

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Español

José Miguel BenllochResponsable de AnálisisTérmico y Reología.

Licenciado en Ciencias Químicaspor la Universidad Autónoma deMadrid, José Miguel se incorporóa TA Instruments en 1996.

Lluis SáinzTécnico de Ventas yAplicaciones de AnálisisTérmico y Reología.

Licenciado en Ciencias Químicaspor la Universidad Autónoma deBarcelona, Lluis se incorporó aTA Instruments en 1998.

Seminarios de Análisis Térmicoy ReologíaEste único y amplio programa de cursos que le proponemos es el resultado del continuo esfuerzo deTA Instruments por dar soporte a sus clientes. Refleja la experiencia de numerosos años en el campo delAnálisis Térmico y Reología. Deseamos que usted adquiera el máximo beneficio de nuestra experiencia através de los frecuentes seminarios teóricos y prácticos organizados en varios idiomas. Los ponentes sonseleccionados por su trayectoria profesional y conocimientos de las técnicas dentro del amplio equipo desoporte de TA Instruments. En cada seminario se facilitará al asistente amplia documentación.

Inscripción del seminario €200La cuota de inscripción incluye apuntes de la conferencia, café y comida.

Alojamiento no incluido en el precio pero si lo desea se lo podemos facilitar.

Para recibir información adicional no dude en ponerse en contacto conTA Instruments España (telf. +34 91 203 91 24).

TheRheologicalEquivalent

of theSwissArmy

Knife...

For years the Swiss Army Knife has

been recognized as a symbol of quality

and versatility. Today more than ever

versatility is vital in your laboratory

equipment. The TA Instruments

AR 1000 & 500 rheometers provide an

unparalleled combination of versatility

and performance. Don’t limit the range

of samples you can analyze... the

AR 1000 & 500 now provide the unique

ability to run samples ranging

from water to steel and everything

in between!

Contact TA Instruments at or visit us on the web at

www.tainst.comfor more information

SYSTEMS INCLUDE:

•Rheometer with Normal Force

•New Rheology Advantage Software

with Flow, Creep, & Oscillation

•New 400°C Oven for Polymer Analysis

•New Torsion Clamps (for solids)

•Parallel Plate Geometry

•New Polymer Software Package

Testing VersatilityThe Dielectric Analyzer provides essential information which

complements the information available from other techniques.The system’s exceptional

versatility permits analysis ofbulk or surface properties.

Sensor disposability enablesthe measurement of hard-to-

handle samples whileadding ease-of-use.

You can depend on TA Instruments to provide innovative solutions to your material characterization problems.A proven leader, we are committed to providingkey elements of support needed to help you obtainmaximum value from your investment. This commit-ment has earned us the highest level of customersatisfaction in our industry.

TA Instruments has a track record for developinginnovative solutions including the first computerizedthermal analyzer, dual sample DSC, dielectric analyzer,bench-top DMA, controlled stress rheometer, Hi-Res TGA,Modulated DSC, Modulated TGA and now Micro-Thermal Analysis.

The unique patented designof the DMA 2980 incorporates air bearings and an

optical encoder to provide an unmatched range of force,frequency, and displacement. The DMA 2980 features

multiple modes of deformation over 4 decades offrequency and frequency multiplexing.

The advancedcell designof our DSC products providesunequalled performance andversatility featuring superiorbaseline stability, highsensitivity, and excellenttemperature reproducibility& accuracy.

The modular design offersaccessories includingModulated DSC, PressureDSC, Dual Sample DSC,High Temperature DTA,Differential Photocalorimetry,as well as a 62 positionautosampler.

Extensive on-line& context sensitive help,versatile real-time-plot, automated analysis,integrated time-temperature-superposition,save session, the latest theoretical models andan easy-to-learn intuitive layout customizableto match individual needs and preferences.

Take advantage of wizards,templates, autoqueuing andNavigator scripts to automateall aspects from experimentdesign and sample identificationto data analysis and hardcopygeneration.

The mostversatileresearch-grade rheometerscommercially available. Aunique design, featuring anair bearing and optical encoder,provides the best displacementresolution, broadest torque rangeavailable, direct quantitation of normalforce, automatic gap set/thermal gapcompensation, and a choice oftemperature control options.

The ability to perform bothcontrolled stress and controlledrate measurements providesincreased versatility.

Visualize, Characterize, AnalyzeThe Micro-Thermal Analyzer, combines the visualization

power of atomic force microscopy with the characterizationcapabilities of thermal analysis. Any point can be selected for

simultaneous characterization of its calorimetric and mechanicalproperties with a resolution of approximately 1µm.

Accurate, Fast & ConvenientThe TA Instruments TMA brings new levels of

performance, automation, flexibility and utility tothe technique of thermomechanical analysis. It

generates highly reproducible, quantitative resultsand its automation features will appeal to those

laboratories in which throughput is important.

Separate closelyoccurring eventswith the patented Dynamic Ratealgorithm of High Resolution TGA.Our TGA products feature ultra-highsensitivity, a wide dynamic rangeand automated sample loading.The design of the furnace withunique horizontal purge flowprovides excellent sample/purgegas interaction.

1962900 Thermal Analyzer1st Industrial Gradethermal analyzer

1976DMA

expanded the realm ofthermal measurements to

include rheological properties

1968Pressure DSC

added pressure to purge gasas an experimental variable in DSC

19781090 Thermal Analyzer

introduced computer technology intosystem control and data analysis

1982Dual Sample DSC

increased productivity byevaluating two

samples simultaneously

1986Photocalorimetry

added exposure to light before orduring the experiment as a variable

1988Dielectric Analyzer

measure transitions duringexposure to alternating

electric fields

1991Hi-Res TGA

improved quantitativeaspects of TGA results

1992Simultaneous TGA-DTA

two different thermal measurements performedsimultaneously on the same material

1992Modulated DSCprovides previously unavailableinformation about reversingand nonreversing characteristicsof thermal events

1996AR1000

controlled stressand

controlled ratemeasurements

in a singleresearch grade

instrument

1998Micro-Thermal Analysisa revolutionary new technologyfor materials characterization

1996DMA 2980multiple modes ofdeformation, broad range and high resolution

1997Modulated TGAcharacterization of reaction kinetics

ContentsThe workshop is meant to give a sound background of the fundamental conceptsof this dynamic technique. The advantages of Modulated DSC in comparison withDSC are illustrated with lots of examples in diverse areas of application.

Guidelines with respect to proper operation are outlined. This includes topics likecalibration, sample preparation, choice of modulation parameters, use of stepwisequasi-isothermal temperature programs, visualization of improper operation.

Deconvolution of the signals with or without phase correction is discussed.

Comprehensive course notes are provided. Participants are invited to bring alongtheir own experimental results for discussion.

Who should attend?The workshop is designed for the scientist, engineer or technician who desires amore comprehensive understanding of the technique, and its possible areas ofapplication.

In order to obtain the maximum benefit from this course it is recommended thatyou have already some experience with MDSC.

LOCATION DATE LANGUAGE

Barcelona, Spain March 7, 2000 English

Vimodrone (Milano), Italy April 4, 2000 English

Alzenau, Germany April 7, 2000 GermanNovember 10, 2000 German

Leatherhead, UK June 8, 2000 English

Guyancourt, France September 26, 2000 French

Stockholm, Sweden October 5, 2000 English

Etten-Leur, The Netherlands October 12, 2000 Dutch

Len ThomasExecutive Vice President

Len has been part of the TAInstruments business for nearly25 years and has worked innumerous positions includingsales, applications and businessmanagement. He was part ofthe team that developed thetechnique of MDSC and haspioneered its application to abroad range of materials. Lenhas taught courses in thermalanalysis for both the NorthAmerican (NATAS) and Canadian(CTAS) Thermal AnalysisSocieties, and lecturesextensively around the world onthe subject of Modulated DSC.

Els VerdonckThermal AnalysisApplication Scientist

After obtaining her degree inchemical engineering from theFree University of Brussels, Elsobtained a PhD at thedepartment of Prof. Van Mele.For 10 years she performedresearch in the field of polymercharacterization, with (M)DSCbeing one of the major tools forthat purpose. Els joined TAInstruments in 1998.

Modulated DSC® WorkshopModulated DSC is a technique which provides the same information as conventional DSC. In addition,MDSC provides unique information not available from conventional DSC by overcoming most of thelimitations of conventional DSC. The result is an exciting new way to significantly increase your under-standing of material properties.

Tuition for the workshop is €300Registration fee includes lecture notes, coffee and lunch.

Hotel accommodation is not included, but can be provided on request.

For additional information, please contact your localTA Instruments office, or

Els Verdonck (TA Instruments Belgium, tel. +32 2 706 00 80),Ko Schaap (TA Instruments The Netherlands, tel. +31 76 508 72 70),Hermann Utschick (TA Instruments Germany, tel. +49 6023 964716),

Jacques Loubens (TA Instruments France, tel. +33 1 30 48 94 60).

Modulated DSC® ADVANCED

ContentsThe aim of this workshop is to make TGA-EGA more accessible to the thermalanalyst. The relative merits of the commonly used TGA-MS (Mass Spectrometry)coupling and TGA-FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) coupling arediscussed. Direct coupling of TGA-MS (online analysis) is compared to offlineanalysis using GC (Gas Chromatography) or GC-MS. The latter technique utilizesEvolved Gas Collection (EGC) from the TGA followed by thermal desorption ontothe GC-MS.

Technologically appealing examples from different areas are presented. Themajor technical requirements for the different interfaces will be explained.Guidelines in choosing optimum instrument parameters will be provided,particularly for the coupling to MS.

Detailed interpretation of the spectra (MS or IR) will not be a part of this course.Comprehensive course notes are provided.

Participants are invited to bring along their own experimental results for discussion.

Who should attend?The workshop is designed for the scientist, engineer or technician who desires amore comprehensive understanding of the technique, and its possible areas ofapplication.

In order to obtain the maximum benefit from this course it is recommended thatyou have already some experience with TGA.

LOCATION DATE LANGUAGE

Etten-Leur, The Netherlands March 23, 2000 English

Guyancourt, France September 27, 2000 English

Daniël RoedolfCustomer Support ManagerThermal Analysis Europe

After his industrial engineeringstudy in electronics Daniëlbuilt up experience in thermalanalysis at the Catholic Universityof Leuven during 11 years. In1991 he joint ATAS NV (whichlater became TA Instruments NV)as customer support managerBenelux. Nowadays Daniëlfulfils this role all over Europe.

Ko SchaapProduct ManagerThermal Analysis Europe

After a study in AnalyticalChemistry Ko worked for 7 yearsin an industrial laboratory. In1986 he entered the field ofthermal analysis and joinedTA Instruments in 1993. Ko hasbeen in sales and support inBenelux and is now active asproduct manager for Europe.

TGA - Evolved Gas Analysis WorkshopTGA has developed over the years into an extremely useful and widely employed quantitative techniquefor investigation of thermally induced weight changes. The nature of the weight changes, however, isdifficult to identify for complex multicomponent materials. Coupling TGA to other analytical techniques,providing qualitative analysis of the evolved gases, overcomes this limitation.

Tuition for the workshop is €300Registration fee includes lecture notes, coffee and lunch.

Hotel accommodation is not included, but can be provided on request.

For additional information, please contact your localTA Instruments office, or

Daniël Roedolf (TA Instruments Belgium, tel. +32 2 706 00 80),Jacques Loubens (TA Instruments France, tel. +33 1 30 48 94 60).

TGA-EGA ADVANCED

ContentsThe workshop is meant to give a sound background of the fundamental conceptsof these dynamic techniques for solids characterization.

The relative merits of the three different techniques will be discussed, along withthe associated theories and interpretation of the results. Guidelines will be providedwith respect to sample preparation, instrument calibration, and proper choice ofoperating parameters.

Comprehensive course notes are provided.

Participants are invited to bring along their own experimental results for discussion.

Who should attend?The workshop is designed for the scientist, engineer or technician who desiresa more comprehensive understanding of the behaviour of solids, and how tocharacterize it by means of DMA, torsional rheology and DEA.

In order to obtain the maximum benefit from this course it is recommended thatyou have already some experience with one of these techniques.

LOCATION DATE LANGUAGE

Alzenau, Germany March 30, 2000 EnglishNovember 16, 2000 German

Vimodrone (Milano), Italy June 8, 2000 English

Guyancourt, France June 30, 2000 French

Leatherhead, UK October 20, 2000 English

Fritz SoergelDMA and RheologyApplication Scientist

Fritz obtained his degree inphysics from the Universityof Ulm and a PhD at thedepartment of Prof. Pechhold.For 12 years his research wasfocussed on the characterizationof mainly biological substanceswith DMA and other thermalanalysis techniques. Fritzjoined TA Instruments in 1998.

Jacques CattiauxExport Manager

Jacques' background has focusedon polymers and viscoelasticity.He started with TA Instrumentsin 1975 as a thermal analysistechnical representative. From1994 to 1997 he performedapplications support for DMAand Rheology. Since 1998 Jacqueshas worked as sales support fordistributors in Europe and theMiddle East.

Workshop on Advanced Methodsfor Solids CharacterizationDynamic Mechanical Analysis - Torsional Rheology - Dielectric Analysis

Tuition for the workshop is €300Registration fee includes lecture notes, coffee and lunch.

Hotel accommodation is not included, but can be provided on request.

For additional information, please contact your localTA Instruments office, or

Fritz Soergel (TA Instruments Germany, tel. +49 6023 964717),Bernard Costello (TA Instruments UK, tel. +44 1372 220438),

Laurent Ducros (TA Instruments France, tel. +33 1 30 48 94 60).

DMA-TORSIONAL-DEA ADVANCED

ContentsThe advanced techniques explained in this workshop will be of interest to anyrheometer users that have applications beyond the fundamental techniques of flow,creep and oscillation.

Topics that will be discussed include parallel superposition, frequency multiplexing,normal forces, relaxation spectra, time temperature superposition. Guidelines willbe outlined with respect to overcoming instrumental artifacts.

Comprehensive course notes are provided.

Participants are invited to bring along their own experimental results for discussion.

Who should attend?The workshop is designed for the scientist, engineer or technician who desires amore comprehensive understanding of advanced rheology features.

In order to obtain the maximum benefit from this course it is recommended thatyou are already familiar with basic rheology concepts.

LOCATION DATE LANGUAGE

Alzenau, Germany March 29, 2000 EnglishNovember 15, 2000 German

Guyancourt, France June 28, 2000 French

Leatherhead, UK October 19, 2000 English

Derek BellDirector of Rheology

After receiving an Honours Degreein Physics from the University ofEssex, Derek has been working inrheology research, instrumentation,sales and service for more than 28years. He has been part of thecompany for over 16 years. Derekhas a very broad experience inall aspects of rheology, especiallythe practical application ofrheology techniques andinstrumentation, and thedevelopment of innovativeinstruments.

Bernard CostelloRheology ApplicationScientist

After obtaining degrees inchemistry and crystallography,Bernard worked for 15 yearsin the surface coatings industry.In 1986 he entered into thechemical engineering depart-ment of Imperial College inLondon, where he performedresearch in the field ofdispersion rheology for 9years. In this period he wasawarded a PhD. Bernard joinedTA Instruments in 1995.

Rheology WorkshopRheology, the study of flow and deformation of materials, is a valuable technique for characterizingliquids and soft solids. Controlled stress experiments provide important information that can be used toselect materials, predict product performance, and for process simulation and optimization.

Tuition for the workshop is €300Registration fee includes lecture notes, coffee and lunch.

Hotel accommodation is not included, but can be provided on request.

For additional information, please contact your localTA Instruments office, or

Bernard Costello (TA Instruments UK, tel. +44 1372 220438),Fritz Soergel (TA Instruments Germany, tel. +49 6023 964717),Laurent Ducros (TA Instruments France, tel. +33 1 30 48 94 60).

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ContentsThe courses are designed for the scientist, engineer, or technician who desiresa more comprehensive understanding of Thermal Analysis and Rheologytechniques. The courses are lecture based and include a balance betweentheory and practical applications.

Who should attend?Attendees should have a minimum of two months of hands-on instrumentoperating experience to obtain the maximum benefit from these courses.

LocationTA Instruments109 Lukens DriveNew Castle, DE 19720USA

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MDSC April 13, October 19, 2000

TGA/SDT February 8, April 11, June 13, August 8,October 17, December 12, 2000

TMA February 9, June 14, December 13, 2000

DMA February 9, June 14, August 9, December 14, 2000

Rheology February 10, June 16, December 15, 2000

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Thermal Analysis and RheologyTraining CoursesThe TA Instruments Thermal Analysis and Rheology training courses are designed to familiarize the userwith applications, method development, and operating techniques using TA Instruments thermal analysisand rheology instrumentation. Each course day is specific to a particular technique so users receive themaximum instructional benefit by attending only those course days applicable to their instrumentation.

The tuition fee for each one day course is $300.Tuition is waived for one individual with the purchase of your module(s).

Lunches during the course will be at TA Instruments office cafeteria.You will be on your own for dinner.

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www.tainst.comApplications LibraryTA Instruments Thermal Analysis and Rheology Library consists of several hundreddocuments covering a wide range of applications. Several types of publications are available:

TA & RH - Thermal and Rheology Applications with extended informationon a particular topic

TN & RN - Thermal and Rheology Notes with practical information

TS & RS - Thermal and Rheology Solutions describing how to solve aparticular application

A small example of the papers available:• Choosing conditions in Modulated DSC• Boiling point and vapor pressure measurement by Pressure DSC• Pharmaceutical applications of Micro-Thermal Analysis (µTA)• Differentiation between grades of ABS by Hi-Res TGA• Clarification of inorganic decompositions by TGA/MS• Modulated TGA: a new approach for obtaining kinetic parameters• Dynamic mechanical analysis of food products• Evaluation of moisture effects on the dielectric properties of polymer films• Thermal history determination of textured polyester yarn by TMA• Rheologic investigation of the stability of pharmaceutical lotions• A review on DSC kinetics methods• Exploring the sensitivity of thermal analysis techniques to the glass transition

All these documents are not only available from our Thermal Analysis and Rheology Library CD-ROM,but also for download from our website. In this way, our latest publications are available to you at any time

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