Microcompounding and precision pressing for advanced material development
📅 19 may 2026
📍 Benelux Scientific – In-house workshop
How can R&D teams develop new polymer formulations faster without compromising the reliability of their test data?
During this workshop, Benelux Scientific will demonstrate how high-throughput microcompounding, combined with controlled sample preparation, enables an efficient and reproducible workflow for polymer, rubber, and composite research.
By combining Xplore microcompounders with Fontijne Presses laboratory presses, we show how labs can move more quickly from formulation screening to reliable test samples
Why attend?
Modern material development requires both speed in formulation and control over sample preparation.
During this workshop, you will discover how these two steps can be integrated into one streamlined workflow.
You will learn how to:
- screen multiple formulations per day
- work with very small material quantities
- produce reproducible test samples
- generate reliable and comparable test data
Interested in this event?
Registration required – limited seats available.
From formulation to reliable data: one integrated workflow
Fast formulation screening only delivers value when sample preparation is fully under control. Variations in sample prep can lead to inconsistent test results and incorrect conclusions — both in research and development (R&D) and quality control (QC).
During this workshop, we demonstrate how an integrated workflow combining microcompounding and precision pressing helps laboratories generate reliable and reproducible test data. This approach enables faster evaluation of formulations, reduces material consumption, and ensures consistent comparison of results for both material development and quality control.
Program
- 09:30 – Welcome and coffee
- 10:00 – Introduction – accelerating material development in polymer R&D
- 10:15 – Fast formulation development with microcompounding (Xplore microcompounders)
- 11:15 – Reproducible sample preparation using laboratory presses (Fontijne Presses)
- 12:15 – Lunch and networking
- 13:15 – Live demonstrations
- polymer microcompounding
- production of test samples using laboratory press
- 15:30 – Q&A and closing networking drink
Who should attend?
This workshop is highly relevant for:
- polymer and composite R&D laboratories
- rubber and elastomer developers
- additive and masterbatch producers
- universities and research institutes (materials science and chemistry departments)
Technology partners
Xplore Instruments
Xplore microcompounders offer speed, flexibility, and efficient formulation development with minimal material usage, enabling researchers to quickly screen and optimize new formulations.
Fontijne Presses
Fontijne Presses laboratory presses ensure maximum control, reproducibility, and reliable test data for developing and testing new materials.
Together, they form a logical and complementary setup for modern material development in polymer R&D.
Reserve your spot
Would you like to discover how microcompounding and precision pressing can accelerate your material development?
Reserve your seat for this workshop now.
