At Sturtevant, we invite our customers to experience hands-on training and equipment operation at our state-of-the-art Sturtevant Lab. This facility is not just a testing ground; it’s an opportunity to familiarize yourself with our advanced machinery and materials, ensuring you gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions for your production needs.
Why You Should Use the Sturtevant Lab
Visiting our lab allows you to test your own materials using our diverse range of equipment, including jet mills, air classifying mills, pin mills, and air classifiers, all equipped with variable speed controls for precision testing. Here’s what you can expect when you choose to test with us:
- Hands-On Experience: Interact directly with our machinery to understand its capabilities and performance.
- Comprehensive Testing Capabilities: We provide extensive testing services, including:
- Wet/Dry Laser Analyzer: Measure low micron powders accurately.
- Wet/Dry Sieves: Analyze fine powders effectively.
- Microscopy: Assess particle shape for better material characterization.
- Blaine/Surface Area Measurement: Determine the surface area for optimized processing.
- Bulk Density and Moisture Content Analysis: Gain insights into your material’s properties.
Our Dedicated Technicians Are Here for You
Sturtevant’s qualified lab technicians are dedicated to helping you feel comfortable and informed about your equipment choices. They bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, working closely with you to determine the best machine for your material processing needs. They’ll also provide valuable recommendations on material handling and other best practices for optimizing efficiency.
The data gathered during your testing will not only aid in scaling up to production equipment but also allow us to provide performance guarantees tailored to your specific requirements.
Important Information for Customers
Before visiting, please note the following essential guidelines:
- Shipping Guidelines: We cannot accept collect shipments at our Customer Test Center. Any materials sent collect are subject to being returned at your expense.
- Safety Requirements: The Sturtevant Safety Committee requires a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or equivalent documentation, along with notification of any hazards involved in handling and processing your materials.
- Material Return Policy: All materials received, including waste, will be returned and packed separately.
- Authorization Requirement: For safety, your shipment must display the Sturtevant Material Authorization Number on the outside; otherwise, it will be refused.
- Fees and Credits: Waiver of fees or credit against equipment purchase may apply, evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
If you’re ready to test your material and explore our advanced machinery, contact us to schedule your visit and discover how Sturtevant can elevate your material processing capabilities.