GC and GC-MS Application System
Pyrolysis gas chromatography mass spectrometry (Py-GCMS) can be used to characterize materials, including insoluble and complex materials at trace levels, often without any sample pretreatment, e.g. polymers, microplastics, rubber, paints, dyes, resins, coatings, cellulose, wood, textiles, oils etc. Leveraging the power of heat, this method is engaged to analyze compounds that can’t be assessed using traditional gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC/MS). By heating the sample mixture to the point of thermal degradation, the now smaller molecules can be separated by gas chromatography (GC) and identified by mass spectrometry (MS). The obtained information can be used to characterize polymer materials. While it cannot detect certain inorganic substances, this chemical analysis technique offers highly sensitive qualitative and quantitative data that makes Py-GCMS instruments incredibly useful to various industries and applications, including environmental analysis and forensic science.
* The Multi-Shot Pyrolyzer EGA/PY 3030D with its vertical micro furnace is the top-class model in the series of multi-function pyrolyzers developed by Frontier Laboratories Ltd.
Screening Analysis of TSCA Regulated PIP(3:1)
Analysis of PIP (3:1) in Plastic by Py/TD-GC-MS
Based on Section6(h) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the United States Environmental Protection Agency(U.S.EPA) has started regulating phenol, isopropylated phosphate (3:1)(PIP(3:1)). We introduce an example of verifying that Py/TD-GC-MS can be applied to analyze PIP(3:1) in plastic.
Launch Webinar for the NEW Nexis GC-2060 and GCMS-TQ RX Series
As analytical demands continue to grow, laboratories require greater sensitivity, higher productivity, and more efficient workflows to address increasingly complex applications. In this webinar, we will introduce how the latest advances in GC and GC-MS technology deliver improved performance, robustness, and ease of use for modern laboratories.
GCMS-TQ RX Series, triple quadrupole mass spectrometer has been released
The GCMS-TQ RX Series is a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer that integrates Shimadzu’s advanced technologies to meet the diverse and growing demands of modern analytical laboratories. Based on the “3R” concept — Reliable, Resilient, and Responsible — the series delivers consistent performance alongside exceptional ease of use.
Py-Screener Ver.3 has been released
Py-Screener Ver.3 is a screening system for detecting seven types of phthalate esters regulated under the RoHS Directive, brominated flame retardants (PBBs, PBDEs), PIP (3:1) regulated under the U.S. TSCA, UV-328 regulated under the Stockholm Convention on POPs, Dechlorane Plus (DP), and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) / medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs).
Latest issue of Shimadzu Journal, featuring Environmental Analysis, has come out.
This issue showcases advanced technologies and research tackling the global challenges posed by PFAS. As part of Shimadzu’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and problem solving, we strive to reduce environmental impacts and build a better future.
Automatic Derivatization System for Phenethylamine Drugs
This system allows the on-column derivatization using auto-injector AOC-30i and a LabSolutions GCMS system that is now equipped with 2-step injection. On-column derivatization allows for the direct analysis of extracted urine samples without additional sample pretreatment, which can significantly shorten the time required for derivatization.
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Posters are now available.
