Intertek optical microscopy laboratories operate at the cutting edge of digital imaging and analysis in all respects. The Intertek labs are staffed with scientists providing years of combined experience in highly successful research and production problem solving for a wide range of problems, materials and clients. Intertek laboratory use of eMail and internet quickly forwards laboratory digital images to the client's computer.

Optical Microscopy Capabilities include:

• Fixing, staining and embedding of difficult-to-image materials
• Expert microtomy for thin section preparation
• Research Microscopy of surfaces and internal micro-structures
• Polarised Light Microscopy for identification of contaminants
• Confocal Microscopy using molecular probes and 3D reconstruction
• Hot, cold and shear stages for altering sample micro-environments
• Dynamic time-lapse imaging for fast and slow events
• Digital imaging from macro to ultra-micro magnifications

Optical Microscopy Expertise includes:

• Optical surface analysis is often the preferred starting point for materials related problem solving
• Fully understand micro-structure and product property relationships
• Non-contact evaluation of encapsulated or multi-component systems
• Optimisation of time dependant variables such as crystallisation
• Root cause determination of product fracture or product failure
• Identification and measurement of product contamination problems

• Contact Intertek for more information on microscopy analysis services and capabilities
• The Intertek MSG laboratory is a recognised centre of excellence in forensic microscopy and supply chain contamination analysis.

• Surface Analysis Techniques and Instrumentation