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January 19 2018 bio-medical

Taking the Uncertainty out of Bioseparations

Test uncertainty is not acceptable in bioseparation life sciences and HPLC applications. We found ways to minimize test errors and improve results. A bioinert sampling flow path is critical to...

August 18 2017 LC & GC Chromatography

Tips for HPLC Column Care and Sampling System Maintenance

We tested our coatings in difficult HPLC applications and found ways to improve HPLC column care and sampling system maintenance. Here are some helpful tips. Tips for HPLC Column Care and Sampling...

August 04 2017 Non-stick, Anti-fouling

How To Prevent Surface Fouling and Coking (Coating Webinar)

Before you say this blog post doesn't apply to me, read on because you'll find this topic to be important to at least some part of your organization. Yes! Thanks for sticking with us! We're talking...

April 14 2017 SilcoTek

How to Build Quality into Your Process, SilcoTek Quality Tips

Our Goal: Zero Disappointments At SilcoTek, we base our success on delivering an outstanding Plus 1 customer service experience coupled with exceptional coating quality. Our goal is to coat your...

February 17 2017 Corrosion

Does SilcoTek Offer NSF Approved & FDA Compliant Coatings?

Yes! SilcoTek® does offer NSF approved & FDA compliant coatings. Our Dursan® coating is certified by NSF International and therefore is FDA compliant. Often customers will ask "Is Dursan FDA...

February 03 2017 Corrosion

How To Improve Flowpath Bio-Inertness

A bio-inert sampling and test system is critical to consistent, accurate test results. But over time test flowpaths can corrode due to frequent rinse cycles from aggressive chemicals like bleach....

June 10 2016 Corrosion

6 Problems - 6 Coating Solutions For The Refinery

Refineries are complex animals with no shortage of problems, environmental regulations and production issues. Tired of problems landing on your doorstep? Well here's a refreshing change, solutions!...

April 14 2016 Corrosion

Unleashing The Potential Of Stainless Steel

Dr. Min Yuan will be hosting a webinar entitled "Unleashing The Potential Of Stainless Steel With SilcoTek Coatings In Corrosive Environments". Min is a Research and Development Scientist with...

April 08 2016 Process Analytical

One Detail That Can Kill Your Entire Tier 3 Compliance Program

By 2017, the EPA’s Tier 3 gasoline sulfur regulations require that oil refineries reduce the average sulfur level in gasoline by more than 60 percent, to just 10 parts per million (ppm), from the...