We are excited to welcome Balazs™ NanoAnalysis to our Contract Laboratory network. Balazs™ NanoAnalysis is a pioneer in analytical services, specializing in ultra-trace analysis, process material testing, and contamination control. Their commitment to precision, expertise in quality, and innovation make them an invaluable addition to our network.
About the CRO
Balazs™ NanoAnalysis, a division of Air Liquide Group, has been at the forefront of ultra-trace analytical services for over 40 years. They provide critical support to the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and industrial manufacturing industries by ensuring the purity of process materials and controlling contamination at the nano-scale.
With ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratories and a team of expert scientists, Balazs offers unmatched analytical capabilities to help clients maintain product integrity and meet stringent regulatory requirements.
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Services Provided by Balazs™ NanoAnalysis
Ultra-Trace Analytical Services
Balazs NanoAnalysis offers advanced ultra-trace analytical services, detecting contaminants at the parts-per-trillion (ppt) and parts-per-quadrillion (ppq) levels. Their methods support the semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing industries, ensuring the highest levels of material characterization.
Process Material Testing
This analytical CRO provides comprehensive process material testing, ensuring the purity and quality of critical manufacturing inputs. This includes:
- Water Testing: Testing ultra-pure water (UPW) for contaminants that could affect semiconductor and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Using advanced techniques like inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), ion chromatography (IC), and total organic carbon (TOC) analysis, they detect trace metals, anions, cations, and organic contaminants at ultra-trace levels, ensuring the water meets the highest purity standards.
- Chemical Testing: Detailed chemical testing like trace metal analysis, organic impurity detection, and other tests to ensure that chemicals like acids, solvents, and etchants meet stringent purity requirements necessary for high-precision manufacturing environments. Balazs employs precise and advanced techniques, such as ICP-MS, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).
- Gas Testing: Rigorous gas testing for process gases such as nitrogen, argon, and specialty gases, using advanced techniques to detect trace contaminants like moisture, oxygen, and hydrocarbons. Their services ensure that process gases meet the ultra-high purity standards required in semiconductor fabrication and other high-tech industries, preventing potential contamination in sensitive manufacturing processes.
- Bulk Material Testing: Balazs offers comprehensive bulk material testing to analyze raw materials and intermediates for impurities that could affect product quality. Using techniques like X-ray fluorescence (XRF), inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES), and thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), they ensure that bulk materials meet the stringent purity standards required for high-precision industries.
- Wafer Testing: This CRO provides specialized wafer testing services to assess contamination and surface properties of semiconductor wafers. Their testing includes metallic contamination analysis, surface roughness measurement, and particle characterization using advanced techniques, like vapor phase decomposition (VPD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). These services are critical for ensuring that wafers meet the stringent purity and quality standards necessary for advanced electronic devices.
Contamination Control
Balazs’ team offers contamination control services to monitor and mitigate the presence of contaminants in manufacturing environments. Their expertise includes particle counting, molecular contamination analysis, and cleanroom certification, helping clients maintain the stringent cleanliness standards required for high-precision manufacturing.
- RoHS, WEEE, and REACH Compliance Testing: Specialized compliance testing to help clients meet the requirements of RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), and REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals). These services ensure that electronic products and components are free from harmful substances and comply with European and international regulations.
- Cleanroom Evaluation: Comprehensive cleanroom evaluation and contamination identification services, helping clients maintain and certify the cleanliness of their manufacturing environments. This includes monitoring airborne particles, surface contamination, and molecular impurities to ensure compliance with industry standards and prevent product defects.
Specializations and Expert Offerings
Consulting Services
Balazs’ skilled subject matter experts offer expert consulting services to help clients navigate complex contamination control challenges. Their consulting team provides tailored advice on contamination control strategies, material selection, and process optimization to ensure the highest levels of product purity and manufacturing efficiency. They work closely with clients to develop custom solutions that meet industry-specific requirements.
On-site Laboratories
They operate on-site laboratories at client facilities, providing real-time analytical support and contamination monitoring. These labs house high-end technology and experienced scientists, enabling rapid response to contamination events and continuous monitoring of critical processes. This service is valuable, particularly for high-precision manufacturing environments where immediate data is crucial.
Research and Development
Balazs is committed to advancing the field of ultra-trace analysis through ongoing research and development. Their R&D efforts focus on developing new analytical techniques, improving existing methodologies, and exploring innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of their clients.
Industries Served
Balazs NanoAnalysis serves a wide range of industries, including:
- Semiconductor Manufacturing: Ensuring ultra-high purity of materials and controlling contamination in cleanrooms.
- Pharmaceuticals: Supporting drug development and manufacturing with ultra-trace analysis of process materials.
- Industrial Manufacturing: Providing contamination control and material testing for high-precision industries.
Connect with the Balazs™ Team
Balazs NanoAnalysis is dedicated to advancing product quality and manufacturing excellence through a complete line of analytical services. Submit a laboratory request right away to collaborate with their teams and take advantage of their comprehensive services.
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