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Your Resource Hub for Surface Intelligence

At Brighton Science, we believe that sharing our expertise is the fastest way to elevate the entire manufacturing ecosystem. This resource hub brings together our latest thinking on surface quality, adhesion, and material performance—essential topics for any team involved in sealing, coating, bonding, or painting.

Whether you're solving immediate production challenges or building next-generation products, our blogs, videos, eBooks, and webinars are here to inform and empower you. We’re committed to advancing the conversation around materials science and Surface Intelligence—while making it easier for engineers and leaders to find the knowledge they need.

By sharing what we know, we’re not just supporting innovation—we’re helping more manufacturers discover smarter ways to build reliable, high-performing products.

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eBook
Mastering Uniformity: Surface Preparation Standardization Across the Enterprise

Mastering Uniformity: Surface Preparation Standardization Across the Enterprise

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The Advanced Guide to Transforming Product Development Through Surface Intelligence Data & Technology

The Advanced Guide to Transforming Product Development Through Surface Intelligence Data & Technology

38 minute read
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Seeing the Unseen: How Surface Quality Data Enhances Risk Prediction in FMEA

Seeing the Unseen: How Surface Quality Data Enhances Risk Prediction in FMEA

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The Sustainability Advantage: Eco-friendly practices can make you more efficient, productive, and profitable.

The Sustainability Advantage: Eco-friendly practices can make you more efficient, productive, and profitable.

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Digital Transformation: Why it’s real. Why it matters. And why you need it now.

Digital Transformation: Why it’s real. Why it matters. And why you need it now.

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The Brighton Science Advantage: Optimizing Manufacturing for a Competitive & Sustainable Future

The Brighton Science Advantage: Optimizing Manufacturing for a Competitive & Sustainable Future

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eBook
The Fundamentals of Adhesion

The Fundamentals of Adhesion

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eBook
What is Dyne Testing? Are there Alternative Methods?

What is Dyne Testing? Are there Alternative Methods?

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eBook
Usage of Water Contact Angle to Step Up Six Sigma in Cleanliness and Adhesion Functions

Usage of Water Contact Angle to Step Up Six Sigma in Cleanliness and Adhesion Functions

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eBook
What is Contact Angle and Why is it Measured?

What is Contact Angle and Why is it Measured?

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eBook
Electronics Manufacturing: The Complete Guide to Implementing a New Approach to Increase Quality

Electronics Manufacturing: The Complete Guide to Implementing a New Approach to Increase Quality

18 minute read
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eBook
The Future of Manufacturing: A Guide to Intelligent Adhesive Bonding Technologies & Methodologies

The Future of Manufacturing: A Guide to Intelligent Adhesive Bonding Technologies & Methodologies

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eBook
Metrics That Matter: Quantifying Cleaning Efficacy for Manufacturing Performance

Metrics That Matter: Quantifying Cleaning Efficacy for Manufacturing Performance

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Article

How NKT Photonics Eliminated Bond Failures with Surface Intelligence

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Article

How to Validate the Cleanliness of Optics (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)

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Ensuring Conformal Coating Reliability with Surface Intelligence

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Speed vs. Quality: How Manufacturing Sectors Balance Risk, Cost, and Innovation

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Beyond Surface Prep: How Manufacturers Are Using Water Contact Angle to Control Adhesion Quality

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Webinar
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Webinar: Establishing and Monitoring Adhesion Specifications

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Article
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Driving Change: Why Surface Quality in Automotive Manufacturing Demands Attention—and Action

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Enhancing Automotive Manufacturing with Surface Intelligence

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Article
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Maximizing Composite Adhesion with Water Contact Angle Analysis: Why Surface Preparation Matters

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Article
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Bridging the Gap Between Data and Action in Manufacturing with BConnect

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Technical Paper
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Qualification of Surface Processes for Bonded Aircraft Repair

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Article
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Managing Critical Control Points and Adhesion Failures with Next-Gen Technology

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The Hidden Factor in Product Performance: Why the Top Few Molecular Levels of a Surface are Critical to Product Reliability

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Video
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Eureka Moments: Discovering Non-Obvious Silicone Contamination

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Webinar
Webinar thumbnail with Brighton Science logo and the title Replacing Water Break Testing with Water Contact Angle Measurement for Better Coating and Bonding Control

Webinar: Replacing Water Break Testing with Water Contact Angle Measurement

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Article
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Ensuring Gasket Reliability: The Critical Role of Surface Quality in Formed-in-Place Gasket Applications

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What Automotive Manufacturers Need to Know About Surface Analysis for Polymer Bonding and Coating

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xray-photoelectron-spectoscopy

Comprehensive Guide to Understanding X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) for Surface Analysis

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Environmental Silicone: Detection, Control, and Impact on Adhesion in Manufacturing

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Case Study
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Verifying Multi-Step Surface Preparation Processes in Aircraft Assembly and Repair

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Article
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The High Cost of Molding Defects: Protect Your Bottom Line

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Webinar
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Webinar: The Surface Tells All - An Analytics Driven Approach to Better Bath Management

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Build a Resilient Supply Chain with Strong Supplier Partnerships

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Turn Complaints into Customer Satisfaction & Loyalty: Why Surface Chemistry Knowledge Matters

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Webinar
Brighton Science Webinar Surfaces Are More Variable Than You Think

Webinar: Surfaces Are More Variable Than You Think

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Article
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Gaining a Competitive Edge: The Power of Surface Analysis with Brighton Science

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Webinar
Webinar thumbnail Critical Control Points: Locating the Risks & Opportunities from External Influence in Your Bonding Process

Webinar: Critical Control Points

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Article
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5 New Ideas to Address Common Challenges Manufacturing Plant Managers Face

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Article
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Surfaces Matter: Why Tracking Material Surface Quality is Critical for Aircraft Safety

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Article
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Navigating the Solvent Switch: A Sustainable Future for Parts Cleaning

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Article
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Corona Treatment Concerns You Need to Take a Closer Look At

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Article
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Revolutionizing Multi-Site Manufacturing: Unleashing Operational Excellence Through Standardized Surface Quality Measurement

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Article
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Is Inconsistent Surface Preparation Hurting Your Bottom Line? Here's the Fix.

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Webinar
Webinar Introducing Brighton Process Monitor a BConnect Feature

Webinar: Introducing Brighton Process Monitor: A BConnect Feature

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Article
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What is Surface Treatment? A Comprehensive Guide to Surface Treatment Methods for Manufacturers

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Unlock the Key to Successful Adhesive Bonding: What You Need to Know Beyond Adhesive Technical Data Sheets

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Contact Angle Goniometer 101: A Guide to Successfully Measuring Contact Angle

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Sustainable Manufacturing: How to Overcome the Hidden Obstacles Using Post-Consumer Recycled Plastics (PCR)

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Webinar
Video thumbnail Webinar Surfaces Are Key to Product Quality: Applying Water Contact Angle with Brighton Science

Webinar: Surfaces Are Key to Product Quality - Applying Water Contact Angle with Brighton Science

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Article
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Fundamentals of Adhesion Science & Why 3 Molecular Layers Matter

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4 Common Factors that Impact Conformal Coating Adhesion

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Article
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Silicone Contamination: The Invisible Intruder to Quality in Assembly Line Production

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Article
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How to Control Your Adhesive Process: Find the Critical Control Points

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Webinar
Webinar Thumbnail Automated and Reliable Approach to Monitor the Surfaces of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers Prior to Bonding for Successful Adhesion

Webinar: Automated and Reliable Approach to Monitor the Surfaces of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers Prior to Bonding for Successful Adhesion

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On the Surface: An Overview of Surface Types and Measurement Challenges in Manufacturing

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The Thought Behind our New Brighton Academy

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Case Study
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Determining the Sweet Spot of Flame Treatment in Automotive Interior Parts

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Article
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How to Propel Enterprise Success through Effective Knowledge Sharing of Bonding Processes

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Webinar
Webinar Thumbnail Applying Water Contact Angle Increasing Manufacturing Excellence Along the Product Lifecycle

Webinar: Applying Water Contact Angle: Increasing Manufacturing Excellence Along the Product Lifecycle

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Article
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Maximize Manufacturing Excellence: Harness the Potential of Surface Quality Verification and Certification

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Article
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Adhesive Bonding vs. Mechanical Fastening in Product Design: The Pros and Cons

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Article
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The Water Break Test as a Surface Measurement Gauge

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Surface Intelligence: A New Opportunity in Supply Chain Management

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Unlock Success in Adhesive Bonding: The Definitive Troubleshooting Guide

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Article
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Ensuring Top-Quality Solder Joints on ENIG PCBs: Best Practices Unveiled

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Article
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Surface Inspection 101: A Visual Guide to the Surface Analyst, Water Break Tests, and Dyne Ink

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The Hidden Costs of Human Choices: Compromising Optimal Product Design and Manufacturing

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Webinar
Brighton Science WEBINAR Introducing Surface Intelligence: Process Control for Adhesion

Webinar Series Part 4: Introducing Surface Intelligence

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Article
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Contact Angle Analysis: Sealing Surface of Aluminum Castings

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Article
Water contact angle drops between two different dyne inks

Demystifying Dyne Levels: A Comprehensive Guide

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Article
the-best-alternative-to-dyne-testing

Discover the Top Alternative to Dyne Testing That Gets Results

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Webinar
Brighton Science Webinar Unlocking Control of Critical Surface Properties - Shifting from Dyne Solutions to Contact Angle Measurements

Webinar: Shifting from Dyne Solutions to Contact Angle Measurements

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Webinar
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Webinar Series Part 3: Introducing Surface Intelligence

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Article
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How to Enhance Your Real-Time Production Monitoring of Material Surface Quality

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Webinar
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Webinar Series Part 2: Introducing Surface Intelligence

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Webinar
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Webinar Series Part 1: Introducing Surface Intelligence

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Article
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Fail Early, Fail Often: How Predictive Modeling Allows Teams To Quickly Assess And Correct Adhesion Failure In Product Development

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Identifying Adhesive Bond Failure Points in Manufacturing

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Webinar
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2-Part Webinar: Surface Preparation and Bonding with Contact Angle

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Article
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Surface Energy Measurement is the Key to Process Control and High Performance

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Article
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Why You Should Use Predictive Data in Building Material Manufacturing

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Article
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Launch Faster and Smarter: How to Streamline New Product Development with Surface Intelligence

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Case Study
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Bonding Composites: Confirming Surface Readiness with Reliable In-line Assessment

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Article
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What is Materials Science & Why is it Crucial for New Product Development?

9 minute read
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Article
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Guaranteeing Anti-fog Coating Application on Automotive Headlights

2 minute read
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Video

Recall Mystery: What Causes Wind Turbines to Wilt Like a Daisy?

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Webinar
Brighton Science: Introducing BConnect

Webinar: Introducing BConnect

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Article
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Are You Ready for Zero Defect Manufacturing? Discover the Top Industry 4.0 Strategies

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Video
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Video: Does Surface Roughness Impact Surface Analyst Contact Angle Measurements?

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Video: Can You Measure Contact Angle on Concave and Convex Surfaces?

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Article
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Accelerate Your Digital Transformation: Why SaaS is the Fastest Path to Success

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Technical Paper
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Technical Paper: Gage R&R for Contact Angle Measurements

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Technical Paper

Surface Analyst vs. Dyne Inks: Which is the Better Solution for Surface Testing?

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Article
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How a Cleanliness Specification Increases Quality Process Control in the Supply Chain

6 minute read
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Case Study
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Optimizing Parts Washer Efficiency for FIPG

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Article
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How Contact Angle Measurements Can Spectacularly Reduce Scrap Rates Today

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Article
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Surface Analyst Technology Replaces the Old Language of Dyne Ink

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Article
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How to Fix Common Causes of Adhesion Problems

6 minute read
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The Relationship Between Total Quality Management Systems and Sustainability

11 minute read
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Technical Paper
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Surface Analyst: A Sustainable and Reproducible Dyne Pens Replacement

6 minute read
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Article
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The Knowing Doing Gap: How to Avoid Widespread Adhesion Issues

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How Surface Intelligence Can Improve Your Return on Investment

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Article
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Guess the Contact Angle: IPA Wiped Composite Material

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Article
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Teflon: More Than Just Pots and Pans

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How To Keep Up With the Changing Landscape of Advanced Materials

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The Top 5 Things Product Development Teams Need to Know About Real-World Manufacturing Challenges

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Why Your Business Should Reject a Culture of 'Quick Fixes'

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Why a Surface Chemistry Input Should be Included in New Product Specifications

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Webinar
The New Frontier in Cleanliness Inspection Leveraging Surface Intelligence

Webinar: The New Frontier in Cleanliness Inspection - Leveraging Surface Intelligence

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Article
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How Surface Quality Can Negatively Impact Product Launches

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Why It's Critical to Add a Cleanliness Specification to Your Vendor Compliance Program

7 minute read
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What Does Surface Intelligence Look Like in Action?

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Using surface intelligence is crucial for developing products and processes that fully consider the sensitivity of material surfaces.

Top 6 Reasons Your Internal Organization Should Care About Surface Intelligence

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Importance of Adhesion & Composites in Lightweighting Cars

8 minute read
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What are the Primary Causes of Chronic Adhesion Failures?

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Boost New Product Innovation Using Materials Science and Technology

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Webinar

Webinar: The New Frontier in Inspection-Surface Intelligence

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Article

The Best Way to Qualify a Wash Method for Your Manufacturing Process

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Article

4 Critical Questions to Consider When Assessing Risks in New Product Development

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Article

Surface Analyst Diagnoses Critical Cleaning Issue of Defense Weaponry Components

3 minute read
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Article
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Why You Should Rethink Your Manufacturing Cleaning Process

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Article

Why You Should Implement a Surface Cleanliness Specification Using Contact Angle

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Technical Paper
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The Surface Analyst's Innovative Method of Depositing Water to Measure Contact Angle: Ballistic Deposition

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Article

The Surface Analyst's™ Unique Method of Measuring Water Contact Angle

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Article

Easy Ways to Find Manufacturing Adhesion Failure Sources

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How to Measure Contact Angle on Convex and Concave Surfaces

3 minute read
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Article
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Why Creating a Surface Intelligence Center of Excellence is Crucial for Manufacturing

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Webinar
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Webinar: How to Unlock Breakthrough Performance in Manufacturing Using Surface Intelligence

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Article
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Guess the Contact Angle: Plasma Treated Aluminum

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Article
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An Experts' Guide to Create a Surface Quality Specification

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How to Achieve Reliable Manufacturing by Controlling Surface Quality

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How Surface Intelligence Enables Data-Driven Decision-Making & Advances Business Growth

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What Is the Role of Surface Chemistry in Industry?

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The Benefits of Benchmarking Surface Quality in Manufacturing

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How to Bring Reliability to Complex Aspects of Material Engineering

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How to Quickly Qualify Suppliers and Make Changes with Confidence

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Plasma Treatment Station with Automated, Inline Validation - The Surface Analyst XA

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Does Your Organization Take A Holistic Approach to Innovation?

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How to Conceptualize and Design Products Using New Materials and Substrates with Confidence

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Why Automotive Glass Bonding Recalls Should be a Thing of the Past

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How to Use Surface Intelligence Data to Build Smart Prototypes and Rapidly Pilot Manufacturing Lines

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The Solution to Costly Aircraft Paint Adhesion Failure

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How to Get Help Finding the Root Cause of Adhesion Failure in Manufacturing

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Guess the Contact Angle: Abraded Aluminum

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The Surface Analyst™ Instantly Measures Contact Angle to Determine the Potential Adhesive Strength of Bonds

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Article

Meet Brighton Science's Chief Scientist, Giles Dillingham

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Top Challenges Product Development Teams Experience When Bringing a Product Concept to Manufacturing

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BTG Labs evolves capabilities, leadership and name to become Brighton Science—bringing unmatched expertise to the emerging field of Surface Intelligence.

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Why Manufacturers Can’t Achieve Manufacturing Innovation Gains by Simply Purchasing Equipment

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Does Surface Roughness Impact Contact Angle Measurements?

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Surface Preparation for Primer Coating of Composites in Aerospace Applications

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Top 5 Trends in Products & Manufacturing Today

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Guess the Contact Angle: IPA Wiped Aluminum

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Surface Treatment of Thermoplastics for Aerospace Components

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Data-informed Use of Contact Angle Measurements Minimize the Risk of Making the Wrong Decision about Product Quality

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Webinar

Webinar: Top 3 Strategies to Improve Your Adhesive Bonding Operations

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Leveraging the Variability in Contact Angle Measurements to Improve Surface Quality and Process Control

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Can Contact Angle Quantitatively Measure Total Surface Energy?

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Eliminate Surface Engineering Challenges & Design with Freedom

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Technical Paper

How Many Measurements Are Enough to Make Quality Decisions?

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Article

How to Master Industrial Adhesion with Scientific Predictability

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Webinar

Webinar: The Impact of Surface Preparation on Adhesive Performance

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Webinar: Creating a Digital Thread for Surface Preparation

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How Manufacturers Can Optimize the Effectiveness of Plasma Activation

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Using Plasma for Surface Cleaning and Activation

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Surface Quality Measurements Enable Plating and Coating Chemistry Suppliers to Guarantee Quality to Their Customers

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3 Things You Need to Know to Create Strong, Reliable Bonds With Laser Cleaning

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Quantifying the Effectiveness of High Volume Metal Cleaning in Fresh and Aged Baths

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Webinar
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Webinar: Shortening Development Timelines with Better Adhesion Materials and Technology

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What Are Material Handling Best Practices to Keep Surfaces Clean?

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Guess the Contact Angle: Aged 'as is' Aluminum

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What to do When Your Contact Angle is out of Spec

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Harnessing the Power of Water to Achieve Precise Results

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The Best Method of Measuring Contact Angles for Reliable Manufacturing Processes

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Webinar: Creating a Digital Thread for Surface Preparation of Composites

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Why Knowing Water Contact Angle is Important for Successful Adhesive Performance

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How to Avoid Polymeric Coating Failure Which Leads to Corrosion in Materials

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What are Surfactants and How Do They Impact Surface Tension?

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What is the Difference Between Surface Free Energy and Surface Energy?

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How to Measure Surface Tension

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What is the Difference Between Surface Tension and Surface Energy

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10 Most Common Surface Quality Mistakes by Manufacturers

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Topcoat to Primer Surface Reliability for Aircraft Painting

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Maintaining Consistent Adhesion Quality for Shoe Manufacturers even with Material Changes

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