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May 26 2026

Ammonia's Rising Role in Hydrogen Storage and Clean Energy Transition

Hydrogen is often viewed as one of the most promising solutions for reducing global carbon emissions. Governments, researchers, and manufacturers around the world are investing heavily in hydrogen...

May 18 2026

Ensuring Accurate Measurement of Ultra-Thin Film Coatings

When coatings are only a few hundred nanometers thick, accurate measurement becomes both critical and challenging. Thin film coating thickness directly impacts corrosion resistance, inertness,...

May 08 2026

Enhancing Energy Equipment Performance with CVD Coatings

The energy industry operates in some of the harshest environments imaginable. High temperatures, corrosive chemicals, moisture, sulfur compounds, extreme pressures, and demanding operating conditions...

May 01 2026

Outgassing: A Hidden Source of Contamination

When contamination shows up in an analytical or semiconductor system, most people look at the usual suspects. Leaks, poor calibration, or dirty components are often the first things to be checked....

April 24 2026

Top 5 Myths About SilcoTek Coatings (And the Truth Behind Them)

When engineers evaluate surface treatments, coatings often come with skepticism. Concerns about durability, necessity, and performance are common, especially when systems are already “working.” But...

April 17 2026

Optimizing Surface Performance: Hydrophobic vs. Hydrophilic Coatings

When it comes to surface performance, one of the most important but often overlooked factors is how a material interacts with moisture. Whether a surface repels or attracts water can significantly...

April 10 2026

SilcoNert 1000 vs. 2000: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each?

Choosing the right inert coating plays a major role in maintaining sample integrity, improving analytical accuracy, and extending the life of critical components. Two of the most commonly specified...

April 03 2026

Advancements in Hydrophobic Surface Treatments with Notak 2000

Notak® 2000 is SilcoTek’s most hydrophobic surface treatment, engineered to significantly reduce surface energy and create a non-wetting surface. Unlike traditional coatings that add measurable...

March 17 2026

Why Analytes Stick to Stainless Steel (and How to Prevent Sample Loss)

In analytical chemistry, small errors can lead to big problems. Laboratories working with trace-level compounds often invest significant time optimizing instrumentation, calibrations, and analytical...