Stable Micro Systems is the global leader in physical testing of foods, pharmaceutical and personal care/cosmetic products.
United Kingdom
Joined September 2009
- Tweets3.6K
- Following40
- Followers266
- Likes9
Can you really judge powder flow by eye? Hand tests are useful, but they’re not repeatable. A Powder Flow Analyser measures flow under controlled conditions, so you get numbers you can specify, compare and track: bit.ly/3VFjI9H
ALT Powder Flow Analyser
2
It’s British Pudding Day! From sticky toffee to sponge, the perfect pudding depends on texture. Learn how texture analysis helps manufacturers deliver rich, reliable puddings with the ideal wobble: bit.ly/4s6tAFu
ALT Sticky toffee pudding with ice cream
7
A self-healing hydrogel patch loaded with ciprofloxacin could help infected wounds heal faster. Researchers tuned borax levels to balance bioadhesion and stability, with promising mouse results. Read more: doi.org/10.3390/polym1719268…
ALT Mucoadhesion Test Rig attached to Texture Analyser
9
Chewiness is one of the hardest textures to describe, but one of the easiest for customers to notice when it’s wrong. We turn bite into data, so chewiness becomes a specification, not a guess. See how bite force is measured: bit.ly/4b0zBf3
5
Discover how the Miniature Three-point Bend Rig measures small product bending properties with a Texture Analyser. See it in action and explore its applications for texture and physical property measurement: bit.ly/4hS48iv
12
Next week we’ll be at SCS Formulate in Coventry discussing how a Texture Analyser supports cosmetic, skincare and personal care testing. Explore our cosmetics applications here: bit.ly/3n3Umkv
ALT SCS Formulate logo
4
Discover how a Powder Flow Analyser can help ensure the right physical properties, consistent quality and consumer success: bit.ly/43UXNf9
ALT Stable Micro Systems additional measurement brochure on the Powder Flow Analyser
5
Why does sliced cheese stick together? Utah State University developed a standardised tack test for commercial slices using a Texture Analyser, validating it against a rheometer. Read more: sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
ALT Slices of burger cheese next to sesame bun
8
Robust claim substantiation is essential in cosmetics and personal care. Explore how patents and texture analysis can support credible product claims, strengthen compliance and build trust in a competitive market. #Cosmetics #PersonalCare #R&D bit.ly/4s4Be3A
ALT Cylinder Probe testing eye shadow
1
22
Have you discovered the new texture property sample macros in the latest Exponent Connect version. Get new software features to elevate your data analysis: bit.ly/4jRlIWn
ALT Section of sample macro graph
1
Do lab measures predict chocolate enjoyment? Istanbul Technical University found smaller particles and more emulsifier made milk chocolate creamier, with instrument results matching consumer taste. Read more: mdpi.com/2304-8158/15/5/938
ALT Squares of milk chocolate melting
1
12
Could a silk protein and herbal compound hydrogel help repair damaged tissue? Researchers created injectable silk fibroin-puerarin hydrogels for regenerative medicine, combining biocompatibility with anti-inflammatory action. Read more: pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.102…
ALT Cylinder Probe attached to Texture Analyser testing red gel
8
Could starch-based packaging rival plastic? Bursa Technical University researchers improved biodegradable films with citric acid, boric acid and glutaraldehyde, boosting strength, flexibility and barrier performance. link.springer.com/article/10…
ALT Tensile test of packaging film on Texture Analyser
21
2mm Ø Cylinder Probe for Texture Analysers: measure a wide range of texture and physical properties. See it in action, explore applications and learn how it works: bit.ly/4AJcqC4
29
xPowder flow is not just how a pile looks. Cohesion affects discharge, filling and dosing. Measure it objectively with the Powder Flow Analyser to get consistent results every time: bit.ly/3VFjI9H
8
Discover how an Acoustic Envelope Detector can measure sound to help ensure the desired physical properties, consistent quality and consumer success: bit.ly/4kAxpOS
ALT Stable Micro Systems additional measurement brochure on the Acoustic Envelope Detector
6
How much mung bean protein gives plant-based meat the best bite? Researchers found 20% in a soy and wheat blend created the most fibrous structure, while above 40% collapsed it. Texture analysis found the sweet spot: doi.org/10.3390/foods1505082…
ALT Texture Analyser performing a shearing test on plant-based burger
1
8
Explore how texture analysis supports patent and claim substantiation in pharma and medical applications, strengthening evidence and compliance. #Pharma #MedicalDevices #TextureAnalysis #Patents bit.ly/4hsiSEv
ALT Bilayer Tablet Shear Rig testing tablet attached to Texture Analyser
8
Find out how our IDDSI system can help guarantee desired physical properties, consistent quality and consumer success for food products designed for people with dysphagia. Request a brochure: bit.ly/3Jkzr8j
ALT Stable Micro Systems brochure on the IDDSI system
8
Your difficult powder has a reputation because behaviour is measurable. Specs tell you what it is; powder properties tell you how it behaves. Compare batches, suppliers and sites: bit.ly/3VFjI9H
ALT Person pouring powder into hopper
3