Innovative solutions in electron microscopy

As the leading trade fair for quality assurance the Control held annually in the industrial region of Stuttgart. It brings together industry experts and innovators to examine the latest developments in industrial metrology, materials testing and analysis equipment.

Electron microscopy as an analysis tool

At the Thermo Fisher stand, experts from the company will be presenting live demonstrations of the Axia ChemiSEMwhich show how the use of electron microscopy as an analytical tool can transform the quality assurance process. The Axia ChemiSEM integrates EDS directly into the imaging process, enabling real-time acquisition of chemical data without additional analysis steps. This integration is particularly useful for routine quality control, failure analysis and process monitoring where fast and reliable data is essential.

Owning your own Axia ChemiSEM offers further advantages. The user-oriented design of the microscope makes it easy to use, so no extensive training is required. In this way, advanced imaging and elemental analysis can be made available to a larger number of users, making workflows more efficient and reducing operating costs. In addition, site-based SEM improves data security by ensuring complete control over sensitive information. This is particularly important for industries working with proprietary materials or on confidential research projects.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to learn about the newly introduced Apreo ChemiSEM to speak. The Apreo ChemiSEM, which combines EDS and electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) to enable the identification of crystal orientations, is a state-of-the-art microscope whose powerful imaging greatly simplifies materials science research and analysis. With advanced software features such as smart frame integration, improved autofocus and an autostigmation function, the Apreo can simplify and speed up workflows. It also provides unprecedented insights for both first-time users and experts. 

Imaging and image interpretation

For high-resolution imaging and the characterization of 3D materials, the Scios 2 DualBeam exceptional sub-surface analytical performance and precise sample preparation, Thermo Fisher announced. This instrument is an ultra-high resolution focused ion beam scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM). Its versatility enables characterization across the entire spectrum of materials, including metals, composites, non-conductive samples and others. This makes it an important instrument in various industries where quality assurance is a top priority.

Finally, visitors can also enjoy the well-known Avizo™ software from Thermo Scientific™, which offers an AI-based image interpretation solution. From images to reports, Avizo software provides a comprehensive, multi-modality digital laboratory for advanced characterization and quality control of 2D/3D materials. The product is suitable for a wide range of applications in areas such as ceramics, metals, composites, additive manufacturing and many more. The Avizo software has been developed with data acquisition from Thermo Scientific systems and workflows in mind and therefore integrates seamlessly with Thermo Scientific SEM, DualBeam, TEM and correlative workflows.

Source and further information: Thermo Fisher Scientific