Video Player WE ARE A MATERIALS SCIENCE COMPANY. WE ARE INDUSTRY LEADERS. WE ARE INNOVATORS. ENTEK produces a portfolio of microporous membranes and high-performance materials for a broad range of energy storage and other functional membrane applications. We are a global materials science company with a passion for new technologies and product innovation. Our membranes are used for energy storage, filtration, ion selective barriers, and both hydrophobic & hydrophilic breathable barriers suitable for sports apparel and medical applications. ENTEK’s Technology Center in Oregon has a deep bench of scientists and researchers working to develop the next generation of possibilities for our customers across a variety of markets and end use applications. MATERIAL SCIENCE ENTEK has a robust R&D department that is a direct reflection of the company’s core value of innovation. Our R&D team consists of over a dozen members, with areas of expertise that include: Polymer science Materials science Electrochemistry Chemical Engineering Analytical Chemistry Our materials expertise encompasses advancements in polymers (UHMWPE), Inorganic Fillers (Silica, Alumina, Titania, Calcium carbonate and Sodium sulfate), as well as Metallurgy. PROCESS TECHNOLOGY ENTEK R & D has historically focused on both near-term, incremental product improvements, and longer term, disruptive technologies: POLYMERS Twin screw extrusion Calendering Blown film Melt blown fibers Crosslinked gels INORGANIC FILLERS Particle size control Extrusion Dispersion Dip coating METALLURGY Laser cladding 3D printing Hot isostatic pressing Video Player POROUS MATERIAL CHARACTERIZATION The characterization of porous materials is a critical part of identifying their suitability for various applications. ENTEK has the following equipment on site and works with local universities when needing access to NMR, XRD, and SEM. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION FTIR UV-VIS ICP TOC MECHANICAL PROPERTIES Tensile Puncture THERMAL CHARACTERIZATION TGA DSC TMA PORE STRUCTURE Air permeability Hg porosimetry Capillary flow porometry BET surface area Diffusional resistance SKELETAL DENSITY He pycnometry ELECTROCHEMICAL PROPERTIES Cyclic voltammetry Impedance Ionic resistance Optical microscopy READY FOR A CHALLENGE Our R&D Team is always ready for a challenge, particularly when it leads to commercial success for both parties. Please contact us with your current challenges to see if our expertise in the design, engineering and manufacturing of porous materials can help! CONTACT Andrew Wimer Account Manager North America awimer@entek.com +1 541-259-3901 Translate » WE VALUE YOUR PRIVACY This site uses cookies, which are explained in our Cookie Policy. Essential cookies – cookies necessary for our website to function – are always active. To accept all cookies, including Analytics Cookies, click “I agree to all cookies.” I agree to all cookiesNoCookie Policy