Newsletter - Autumn 2004

Welcome to our Autumn 2004 Newsletter

UK Scientists announce new hydrogen storage material

A recent article in Science shows how UK Scientists have taken a major step forward in hydrogen storage research.

The teams based in two UK Universities are investigating super-porous synthetic materials which allow H₂ to be adsorbed at high pressure but stored at lower pressure and released on warming. Both teams use Hiden Isochema IGA systems to acquire data to support their findings. Please click the links below to see related articles.

The Hiden Isochema IGA-001 instrument was initially developed for the accurate determination of hydrogen uptake isotherms using the gravimetric method to improve the accuracy of PCT data compared with conventional methods, and our instruments are now recognized as leaders in this field.

In addition to isothermal PCT measurements the IGA can be used for pressure-temperature cycling and isobaric studies. We have also developed a range of accessories including our unique Dry Sample Loader for handling air sensitive materials.

To request our hydrogen storage information pack, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (or use our contact page).

Click here to view the BBC News article.

Click here for the 'Science' article's supporting information.

New zeolite materials announced in Nature magazine.

The adsorption and catalytic properties of new high Si/Al ratio type A zeolites named ITQ-29 reveal a family of materials including a hydrophobic zeolite and acid catalysts with excellent shape selectivity.

The adsorption capacity and characteristics are investigated using the Hiden Isochema IGA-002 instrument which can measure interactions with a wide range of vapour and gas species. Click here for the abstract on the Nature website. For further information about zeolite characterisation, please use our contact page.

Sorption science seminar

This seminar took place at the INRA laboratories at ENSIA, Massy, France. It was organised in collaboration between ENSIA and Hiden Isochema Ltd to appeal to both new and experienced sorption scientists.

The aim of the seminar was to provide a focus on the important areas of sorption science, with special attention given to the application of sorption analysis in foods and packaging materials.

The seminar:

Offered a review of the background science
Provided a forum to allow sorption scientists to present and share their work
Reviewed the experimental techniques used in this field.

For more information and a Seminar Presentation pack, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (or our contact page).

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