V-CAT is the part of the Porous Heterogeneous Catalysis Center (PHCC), School of Energy Science and Engineering, Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC).

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characterization techniques

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  • X-Ray Fluorescence technology (XRF)
  • Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy (ICP)
  • Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
  • Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
  • Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
  • X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
  • H2-temperature programmed reduction (H2-TPR)
  • Temperature-programmed oxidation (TPO)
  • Temperature-programmed desorption of ammonia (NH3-TPD)
  • Temperature-programmed desorption of carbon monoxide (CO-TPD)
  • N2 adsorption-desorption isotherm and BET analysis
  • Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)
  • Raman spectroscopy
  • UV-Vis spectroscopy
  • Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy
  • In-Situ Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy

Catalyst invention and customization


We are not only the supplier but also the research partner assisting our collaborators to develop new types of catalysts for a particular application. We ensure that from our strong research expertise regarding catalysis, our services can deliver the best solutions to customers. Here is an example:

  • Catalyst for ethanol dehydration
  • Catalyst for ethanol to acetaldehyde
  • Catalyst for sugar conversion to HMF
  • Catalyst for dehydrogenation of alkanes


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Catalyst characterization


We also provide comprehensive catalyst characterization services, such as surface area analysis, porosity analysis, acidity, metal particle size, and metal dispersion. Moreover, we can help our clients to optimize their processes and improve their overall efficiency. Whether you are looking to develop new catalysts or improve the performance of existing ones, our catalyst characterization services can provide valuable information.

 

Here is the lists of characterization techniques: