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Specialised Seminar 2026

Become a Specialist in Particle Measurement Technology!

Attend our hands-on seminar about optical methods of particle size analysis from 25/10 to 27/10/2026 and meet experienced particle technologists, scientists and application engineers who will answer all your questions in a focused and personal atmosphere. Regardless of your current level of knowledge, we will pick up where it is needed and explain key topics in a clear and engaging way.

Why Join Our Seminar? With over 40 years of experience in particle measurement technology, we are now bringing our expertise closer to you. Our seminar at our office in Etten-Leur, the Netherlands allows international customers to easily participate while benefiting from the knowledge we’ve developed over decades. In small groups, our experts guide you through engaging lectures and practical, hand-on exercises, giving you both theoretical understanding and direct experience with our systems.

Seminar Programme

Day 1 | Fundamentals of Particle Size Analysis

  • Introduction to the history and importance of particle size analysis
  • Everything you need to know about sampling, sample division and sample dispersion
  • Different methods of particle analysis
  • Representation of particle size distributions

Day 2 | Laser Diffraction

  • Fundamentals of laser diffraction
  • Sample dispersion: dry and wet methods
  • Application and limits of laser diffraction
  • Evaluation methods: comparing Fraunhofer vs. MIE theory
  • Hands-on: you will perform with professional guidance HELOS measurements with specialized procedures for dry and wet samples

Day 3 | Dynamic Image Analysis

  • Fundamentals of dynamic image analysis
  • Capabilities and limitations of image analysis in particle measurement technology
  • Determining and evaluating diameters and shape factors
  • Hands-on: you will perform with professional guidance QICPIC measurements with specialized procedures for dry and wet samples

Join us to discover how our adaptable measurement instruments can support your specific requirements and help you unlock the full potential of your products. The number of participants is limited -  secure your spot now!

     Start

27.10.2026

9:00 am

     End

29.10.2026

approx. 3:00 pm

     Language

english

     Costs

regular

1,900 €

students

1,250 €

     Cancellation Conditions

up to 30 days before event

free of charge

up to 14 days before event

50% of participation fee

within 14 days of event

100% of participation fee

substitute participants can be placed

no additional cost

     Lunch

during the seminar included

     Certificate

is issued

How to reach Etten-Leur for the seminar

From Schiphol International Airport (Amsterdam)

  • By train | Direct train to Breda, then transfer to Etten-Leur
  • By car | Rental cars available at the airport; approx. 1.5 hours'drive

From Eindhoven Airport (served by budget airlines such as Ryanair, Transavia and Tui)

  • By car | About 45 minutes'drive
  • By public transport | Possible, but not very convenient

From Rotterdam The Hague Airport (served by Corendon, Transavia and Tui, and British Airways)

  • By car | About 45 minutes'drive
  • By public transport | Possible, but not very convenient

From Antwerp Airport (served by Tui and ASL Airlines)

  • By car | About 45 minutes'drive (without traffic)
  • By public transport | Possible, but not very convenient

From Brussels International Airport

  • By train | Direct train to Breda, then transfer to Etten-Leur
  • By car | About 1.5 hours' drive

From teaching sessions to practical demos and behind-the-scenes support, meet the people making this seminar possible.

Julia Mursal at Pulverhaus

Julia Mursal
Administration
Lab

Stefanie Scherbarth
Head of Laboratory

Uwe Pierau
Laboratory Manager

Diego Gonzalez
Laboratory Assistant

Irene Verhoeven
Administration & Sales Support

Bastiaan Nelen
Business Manager
BeNeLux

Dr Daniel Werner

Dr. Daniel Werner
Quality Management Representative 
Instrument Specialist NANOPHOX
 

Matthias Koch

Matthias Koch
Application Specialist
Particle Measurement
 

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Contact

Sympatec GmbH
System | Partikel | Technik
Lab Secretary
Julia Mursal
Am Pulverhaus 1
38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld
Germany

Phone +49 5323 717 228
Fax +49 5323 717 229

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