Application and Processing
Coating performance depends on more than formulation alone. Rheology, application methods, drying conditions and curing parameters all influence the final result. Labman automates application and processing workflows to improve repeatability, reduce variability and accelerate optimisation.Labman expertise
Enabling your workflow
Bring the precision, speed and safety of application and processing to your laboratory.Rheology & flow behaviourAutomate the preparation and evaluation of coating samples to investigate flow behaviour and rheological properties. Generate repeatable data to understand how materials respond to processing and application conditions, supporting formulation development, process optimisation and improved control over coating performance.
Drawdown applicationStandardise drawdown application to assess coating appearance, coverage and film formation under controlled conditions. Automating application parameters helps reduce operator-dependent variability, enabling more reliable comparisons between formulations and supporting systematic screening, quality assessment and product development.
Spray applicationAutomate spray coating workflows to investigate how application parameters influence film quality and performance. Control and repeat key process variables to support consistent sample production, comparative formulation testing and the evaluation of application conditions relevant to real-world coating processes.
Spin coatingEnable controlled spin coating workflows for applications requiring consistent film deposition and repeatable processing conditions. Automate critical steps to support the investigation of coating behaviour, film formation and process parameters, helping researchers compare materials and optimise deposition methods efficiently.
Drying & curing studiesInvestigate the influence of drying and curing conditions on coating development and final properties. Automated workflows can coordinate sample handling, controlled processing and subsequent evaluation to improve experimental consistency, support the study of process-dependent effects and accelerate optimisation of drying and curing parameters.
Characterisation & screeningIntegrate sample preparation, application, processing and analytical characterisation into cohesive automated workflows. Enable systematic screening across formulations and process conditions, generating structured, comparable datasets that support evidence-based decisions, faster optimisation and data-driven research and development.
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Coating performance depends on more than formulation alone. Rheology, application methods, drying conditions and curing parameters all influence the final result. Labman automates application and processing workflows to improve repeatability, reduce variability and accelerate optimisation.Custom projectsLabman are experts at creating technologies for your lab that work exactly as you need them to, with no compromises.
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“The team at Labman are problem solvers by nature. They were always ready to find solutions to our (sometimes) difficult requests. The system has been fully customised to match our needs. We worked closely with the team at Labman to ensure everything is up to specification and as a result, we are confident in the data that is delivered by the robots.” — Chris LampardHigh Throughput Experimentation and Design & Knowledge Management
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The technologies we develop enable some of the world's leading scientists, often in endeavours that are at the cutting edge of some of the most vital fields. We pride ourselves on being able to product high quality, robust technologies that meet the standards expected by even the most demanding industries.Our projects and working practices are covered by our comprehensive quality management system and dedicated team. We're also fully compliant with both ISO9001 and ISO13485, so you can rest assured that your project is in good hands.
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