Chemical technology in action

In hose technology, hose connectors play an important role. They come in as many variants as the hoses they join. They extend, branch or repair hose lines and connect them …

Alongside welding, bolting and soldering, adhesive bonding has become one of the most important techniques for joining metals. Engineering and manufacturing already bond 50 % of all components with adhesives. …

Thermal Conduction Simply Explained Alongside thermal radiation and convection, thermal conduction is one of the mechanisms that transfer energy in the form of heat. It is also called conduction or …

That blood is thicker than water is a common saying, and from a physical perspective it is not incorrect. However, when measured by its viscosity, blood does not behave according …

In terms of cost efficiency, calendering technology remains indispensable not only in the production of fabrics, textiles, and paper and in achieving specific surface finishes. It also demonstrates clear advantages …

The two terms adsorption and absorption describe processes that take place at the interface between two phases. In adsorption, gases or liquids—known as adsorbates—adhere to the surface of a solid …

Among the fundamental tasks in a chemical laboratory are the preparation of solutions and the dilution of existing ones. A solution is defined as a homogeneous mixture of at least …

Sum parameters play an important role in the analysis of water samples from drinking water, surface water, groundwater, and wastewater, as well as sewage sludge. When determining sum parameters, a …

The term “tolerance” originates from the Latin word “tolerare”, meaning to endure, withstand, or bear. In everyday language, it often describes the acceptance of different beliefs, religions, cultures, worldviews, or …

In the chemical laboratory, many standards must be observed, including those for standard ground joints on laboratory apparatus or glass containers. Standard ground joints ensure that glassware and vessels, such …