Particle Testing Services

We provide a comprehensive range of characterization services whether it is the analysis of a single sample, a complex method development or validation, new product assessments, or addressing large-scale manufacturing projects.

Submit Sample

Providing Comprehensive Materials Characterization Services

Micromeritics’ Particle Testing Authority serves the needs of a wide range of industries in: pharmaceuticals, energy storage, filtration, catalysts, coatings, chemicals, petrochemicals, paper, polymers, minerals, industrial powders, and many other applications.

We provide a comprehensive range of characterization services whether it is the analysis of a single sample, a complex method development or validation, new product assessments, or addressing large-scale manufacturing projects.

We provide expedited results
without compromise to completeness or quality.

Analytical Techniques
0 +
Materiales
0 +
Serving Different Locations
0 +

PTA’s lab technicians, scientists, and engineers will work closely with each client to understand their needs, the priority of their request, and the information necessary to make informed decisions.

Our approach is based on responsiveness and flexibility in delivering high-quality data and full reporting. A senior member of our analytical team is available to review your results and assist in interpretation of the supplied data to ensure that our results are pertinent and aligned with your project needs.

The Particle Testing Authority

About PTA

is an ISO 17025 accredited, GMP compliant, FDA registered and inspected contract laboratory specializing in the characterization of fine powders and solid material. Part of Micromeritics Instrument Corp, a leading provider of materials characterization solutions, PTA uses Micromeritics instrumentation alongside complementary technology from other world class suppliers to deliver cost-efficient, reliable analysis optimally tailored to each application. With over 55 years of experience PTA has a track record of excellence and is a trusted supplier to customers across the powder processing industries including the pharmaceutical, chemical, coating, catalyst, mineral and polymer sectors.

PTA’s testing services extend from comprehensive particle characterization, including particle size/shape, pore volume, surface area and density, to bulk powder testing, with dynamic testing capabilities for quantifying powder flowability. Projects run from single sample analysis to complex method development, method validation, new product assessment, and the analytical support required for large scale manufacturing projects. An experienced, highly trained team of scientists, engineers, and lab technicians works closely with every client to ensure that all analytical requirements are rapidly and responsively addressed. The customer experience is further enhanced by PTA’s access to globally recognized instrumentation and application expertise in Micromeritics, and by close collaboration with highly reputable labs working in complementary areas.

The scientists at PTA are globally recognized for their contributions to research in particle characterization as well as their development of technologies and applications spanning several industries. Furthermore, they serve on expert committees and guest-lecture at various universities and research centers.Backed by Micromeritics Instrumentation Corporation, we have the most up-to-date technology for conducting excellent and reliable analyses whether your projects are simple or complex. With such a combination, Particle Testing Authority’s accredited laboratory will provide you with world-class service every time.

Locations

PTA is based in Norcross, Georgia, USA with one other facility strategically located in Germany for European customers.

Accreditations

  • USA
    Micromeritics Instrument Corporation

    4356 Communications Dr. Norcross, GA 30093

    Tel.: +1 770 662-3636
    [email protected]

    Laboratory Manager:
    (770) 624-3370

    Quality Manager:
    (770) 662-3663

  • German
    Micromeritics GmbH

    Einsteinstr. 14 – 85716 Unterschleißheim – Germany

    Dr. Katharina Peikert
    Senior Application Scientist
    EU Application Lab Manager

    Tel.: +49 89 9 54 53 77 82
    Mobile: +49 170 637 3436
    [email protected]

  • Korea
    Microméricos

    Rooms 438 and 439, Migun Techno World 2, Techno 2-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

    Tel: (+82) 042-826-7633
    [email protected]

Available Analytical Techniques

  • Particle Size Distribution
  • Particulate Count
  • Nanoparticle Size
  • B.E.T Surface Area
  • Pore Size Distribution
  • Porosidad
  • Micropore Analysis
  • Pore Volume Distribution
  • Total Pore Volume
  • Dynamic Void Volume
  • Bulk and Tapped Density
  • Skeletal Density
  • Densidad de la envoltura
  • Dynamic Water Vapor Sorption
  • Active Surface Area
  • Percent Metal Dispersion
  • High Pressure Adsorption
  • Isosteric Heat of Adsorption
  • Temperature Programmed Reactions
  • Acid Site Characterization by Ammonia TPD
  • Basic Site Characterization by CO2 TPD
  • Heat of Desorption
  • Powder Flow Properties
  • Potencial Zeta
  • Isoelectric Point Determination
  • Method Development/ Validation/ Verification
  • Consulting Services
  • Microscopía
  • SEM-EDX
  • TEM

Talk to an Expert

For general inquiries or proposal requests, please complete the form, and our experts will respond to you at the earliest convenience.