Press Releases

Waters Extends Capabilities of Flagship TA Instruments Rheometer for Efficient and Repeatable Powder Analysis

Milford, Massachusetts – September 29, 2022 – Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) introduced new, innovative powder rheology tooling and software for its TA Instruments™ HR Rheometers allowing scientists to make precise, repeatable powder rheology measurements simpler and faster. Such measurements enable materials scientists to optimize the processing and end-use performance of powders used in batteries, pharmaceuticals, additive manufacturing, food, personal care products, and coatings.

TA Instruments Helps Laboratories Automate Thermal Analysis Workflows with New TRIOS AutoPilot Software

New Castle, Delaware – June 29, 2021 – Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) today introduced TRIOS AutoPilot software from its TA Instruments Division for its thermal analyzer product line. The software helps laboratory staff using TA’s thermal analyzers create routine and streamlined standard operating procedures (SOPs) up to 25% faster, and avoid transcription errors that can inhibit productivity and can lead to inconsistent thermal analysis measurements that are used to assess materials performance as well as batch-to-batch product quality.

Jianqing Bennett Named Senior Vice President of TA Instruments

New Castle, Delaware, April 21, 2021 – On April 21, 2021, Waters Corporation announced that Jianqing Bennett was named to the post of Senior Vice President of TA Instruments Division, succeeding Jonathan Pratt who is now Senior Vice President of the Waters Division. Ms. Bennett most recently served as Senior Vice President, High Growth Markets…

TA Instruments Introduces the New Multi-Sample Discovery X3 Differential Scanning Calorimeter

New Castle, Delaware, March 2, 2020 – Today TA Instruments introduced a new addition to the Discovery™ Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) suite: Discovery X3 DSC. This revolutionary multi-sample X3 DSC incorporates patented Fusion Cell™ and Tzero™ technologies to deliver industry-leading performance for up to three samples simultaneously. The demand for the development of high-performance materials…

TA Instruments Introduces New Discovery Hybrid Rheometers

New Castle, Delaware, March 2, 2020 – Today TA Instruments introduced a brand-new line of high-performance rheometers, highlighted by the Discovery™ Hybrid Rheometer HR 30. This new trio of high-performance rheometers are five times more sensitive than previous versions and offer class-leading versatility in a platform that makes it easier for users of all experience…

TA Instruments Introduces the New TAM IV Micro XL isothermal microcalorimeter

New Castle, Delaware, March 2, 2020 – TA Instruments announced today the introduction of the TAM IV Micro XL, a powerful isothermal microcalorimeter (IMC) specifically designed to measure the smallest electrochemical reactions inside battery cells. Outfitted with a large test chamber, this instrument allows scientists and engineers fabricate custom sized battery holders to accommodate battery…

TA Instruments Expands ElectroForce Fatigue Testing Capabilities with New 16-Specimen Instrument

New Castle, Delaware, October 1, 2019 – Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) today introduced the new TA Instruments™ MSF16 Multi-Specimen Fatigue Instrument. The MSF16 extends the capability of accelerated cyclic testing by loading 16 specimens simultaneously, rapidly delivering insights into the failure limits of materials, components and products under repeated loading.

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Waters Corporation Names Jonathan M. Pratt as President of TA Instruments

MILFORD, Mass., August 28, 2019 — Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) today announced that Jonathan M. Pratt has been named Waters Corporation Senior Vice President and President of TA Instruments, effective September 3, 2019. Headquartered in New Castle, DE, TA Instruments designs, manufactures, and supports premier thermal analysis, rheology, microcalorimetry, and mechanical testing technologies for the…

New 3000 N Mechanical Test Solution from TA Instruments

New Castle, Delaware, USA. April 3, 2019 – TA Instruments is pleased to introduce the new ElectroForce® 3300 Series III. The 3300 is a powerful, flexible instrument that delivers excellence in dynamic testing of materials including fatigue, strength, and durability characterization.

TA Instruments Introduces New Rheo-Raman Accessory for the Discovery Hybrid Rheometer

New Castle, Delaware, March 19, 2019 – Today TA Instruments introduced the new Rheo-Raman Accessory for their Discovery Hybrid Rheometer (DHR) product line. This accessory combines a Raman spectrometer with the DHR to enable simultaneous collection of rheology and Raman spectroscopy data. This combination allows for direct correlation between flow characteristics and the unique spectroscopic fingerprints of each material including information about its chemical and morphological structure.

TA Instruments Brings New Insights into the Mechanical Behavior of Materials

New Castle, Delaware, March 19, 2019 – TA Instruments announced today the introduction of the Discovery™ TMA 450 Thermomechanical Analyzer which precisely measures dimensional changes of materials from -150 to 1000°C with unparalleled sensitivity and reproducibility. Outfitted with a wide range of fixtures and options, the TMA 450 handles sample configurations for testing in expansion, compression, flexure and tension modes, extending and empowering scientists and engineers with even more valuable information about the mechanical behavior of materials.

TA Instruments Introduces New High Sensitivity Pressure Cell for the ARES-G2 Rheometer

New Castle, Delaware, USA. January 8, 2019 – Today, TA Instruments introduced the new High Sensitivity Pressure Cell for their ARES-G2 Rheometer. This unique accessory enables scientists to perform sensitive viscoelastic measurements under controlled atmospheric pressure and temperature and for the first time, gain detailed understanding of complex fluid behavior in complex environments.

TA Instruments Announces the Acquisition of Certain Assets of Theta Industries, Inc.

New Castle, Delaware, USA. September 25, 2018 – TA Instruments today announced the acquisition of certain assets related to the thermophysical property measurement business of Theta Industries, Inc. Theta Industries is a premier developer and manufacturer of instrumentation for the measurement of high temperature thermophysical properties…

TA Instruments names Dr. Rossana Pasquino as a “Distinguished Young Rheologist”

New Castle, Delaware, USA. July 10, 2018 – TA Instruments is pleased to announce the latest recipient of the Distinguished Young Rheologist award: Dr. Rossana Pasquino, Associate Professor at the University of Naples Fredrico II.

TA Instruments Introduces New Discovery DMA

New Castle, Delaware, USA. February 26, 2018 – TA Instruments is excited to introduce the Discovery DMA 850 dynamic mechanical analyzer, the newest product in their line of Discovery Series thermal analysis instruments.

TA Instruments Announces new Saudi Arabia distributor

TA Instruments Announces new Saudi Arabia distributor New Castle, Delaware, USA. January 30, 2018 TA Instruments is pleased to announce Integrated Modern Scientific Supplies – Gulf Bio Analytical Group of Companies (IMSS-GBA) as the new exclusive distributor for Saudi Arabia: (http://www.gulfbioanalytical.com/ta-instruments-thermal-analysis/). ‘’IMSS-GBA is very excited to be appointed as sole distributor of TA Instruments in the…

TA Instruments Announces Upcoming Adhesives Webinar

New Castle, Delaware, USA. October 31, 2017 – TA Instruments is hosting a webinar event focusing on characterizing adhesives through rheological measurements. Strategies for Rheological Evaluation of Adhesives will have two live broadcasts, on Wednesday, November 8th and Thursday, November 9th, 2017.

New High-Force DMA and Fatigue Instrument from TA Instruments

New Castle, Delaware, USA. October 10, 2017 – TA Instruments is pleased to introduce the new ElectroForce® DMA 3200. The DMA 3200 combines industry-leading fatigue and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) technologies into a single mechanical test platform with unparalleled performance.

TA Instruments Introduces the Industry’s First Benchtop High Pressure TGA system

New Castle, Delaware, USA. August 8, 2017 – TA Instruments is pleased to introduce the new benchtop High Pressure Thermogravimetric Analyzer, the Discovery HP-TGA 750. This instrument is the first product developed jointly with the team from recently acquired Rubotherm and TA, bringing together the industry leading technologies…

TA Instruments Announces New Rheology Practical Training Webinars

New Castle, Delaware, USA. April 17, 2017 – TA Instruments is pleased to announce a new series of online practical scientific training webinars focusing on rheological analysis. A Practical Approach to Rheology is a four-part program designed for both experienced and new users. The course premieres May 3, 2017. Topics covered in this series include…