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Tailored Vibration Solutions for Microscopes Enhance Accuracy, Stability & Precision

Vibration solutions for microscopes

Welcome to another engaging episode of “Vibrations,” a TMC podcast hosted by Daniel Litwin, the voice of B2B. This episode dives deep into the intricacies of tailored vibration solutions for microscopes, an essential tool in various scientific and industrial settings. Join us as we explore how these solutions enhance the functionality and precision of…

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The Active Vibration Control System That Protects Instruments and Preserves Surrounding Environment

In the field of advanced machinery and sensitive instruments, controlling vibrations is of paramount importance. STACIS, an active vibration control system, steps in with a unique configuration to serve this very purpose. With a downward-facing, active vibration control loop, STACIS focuses on neutralizing the floor vibrations. This control loop works in tandem with a rubber…

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STACIS Hard Mount Active Vibration Control System Offers Superior Stability for Sensitive Instruments

What if I bump into, or step on, a platform supported by STACIS, what happens? Wes Wigglesworth short answer: almost nothing. Thanks to the hard-mount active vibration control system in STACIS, the active control is downward looking, which means that it is measuring and cancelling floor vibration. In layman’s terms, that means you would need…

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In the world of microscopy, especially with high-precision electron microscopes, obtaining clean, precise images can be a complex endeavor, subject to a multitude of factors. Common sources that interfere with the quality of images produced by these microscopes include vibrations, magnetic fields, and acoustics. Given their high sensitivity, these microscopes can easily be affected by…

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The Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC) ensures successful vibration system installations like  STACIS installations through its full-service team located globally, working either directly as TMC employees or through trained experts in their sales channels. The importance of a correct STACIS installation is well recognized, and TMC offers comprehensive on-site services. These range from supervising the physical…

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Can STACIS Vibration Isolation Systems be Used in Vacuum Environments?

Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation explains that STACIS vibration isolation systems can’t generally be used in vacuum environments, and a couple of good reasons why you would want to avoid deploying the system in a vacuum. In the realm of vacuum environments, the deployment of STACIS systems faces notable challenges. Despite…

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Critical industries need building infrastructure that eliminates even the slightest whisper of the wind or rumblings of public transit miles away. Sensitive instruments used in mission-critical research, testing, and product equipment must exist in a vibration-free environment. Industry-leading TCM understands these needs, and their products have become an essential tool for vibration control to solve…

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Tailored Vibration Solutions for Microscopes Enhance Accuracy, Stability & Precision
December 19, 2024

Welcome to another engaging episode of “Vibrations,” a TMC podcast hosted by Daniel Litwin, the voice of B2B. This episode dives deep into the intricacies of tailored vibration solutions for microscopes, an essential tool in various scientific and industrial settings. Join us as we explore how these solutions enhance the functionality and precision of…

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Small is Big: Realizing the Next Phase and Evolution of Semiconductors

The evolution of semiconductors calls for small, Ant Man-sized small. The semiconductor industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and increasing demands for smaller, more powerful chips. As industries worldwide embrace digital transformation, semiconductors are at the forefront, evolving rapidly to meet new challenges. A key development in this sector is…

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The Active Vibration Control System That Protects Instruments and Preserves Surrounding Environment
January 1, 2023

In the field of advanced machinery and sensitive instruments, controlling vibrations is of paramount importance. STACIS, an active vibration control system, steps in with a unique configuration to serve this very purpose. With a downward-facing, active vibration control loop, STACIS focuses on neutralizing the floor vibrations. This control loop works in tandem with a rubber…

Read More
STACIS Hard Mount Active Vibration Control System Offers Superior Stability for Sensitive Instruments

What if I bump into, or step on, a platform supported by STACIS, what happens? Wes Wigglesworth short answer: almost nothing. Thanks to the hard-mount active vibration control system in STACIS, the active control is downward looking, which means that it is measuring and cancelling floor vibration. In layman’s terms, that means you would need…

Read More
Optimizing Electron Microscope Performance: The Crucial Role of Field Surveys in Identifying Environmental Interferences

In the world of microscopy, especially with high-precision electron microscopes, obtaining clean, precise images can be a complex endeavor, subject to a multitude of factors. Common sources that interfere with the quality of images produced by these microscopes include vibrations, magnetic fields, and acoustics. Given their high sensitivity, these microscopes can easily be affected by…

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TMC Enhances STACIS Vibration System Installations with Global On-site and Remote Services

The Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC) ensures successful vibration system installations like  STACIS installations through its full-service team located globally, working either directly as TMC employees or through trained experts in their sales channels. The importance of a correct STACIS installation is well recognized, and TMC offers comprehensive on-site services. These range from supervising the physical…

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Can STACIS Vibration Isolation Systems be Used in Vacuum Environments?
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Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation explains that STACIS vibration isolation systems can’t generally be used in vacuum environments, and a couple of good reasons why you would want to avoid deploying the system in a vacuum. In the realm of vacuum environments, the deployment of STACIS systems faces notable challenges. Despite…

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Harmonizing Technologies for Superior Vibration Control: TMC and VACC Collaborate to Exceed Expectations in Vibration Building Challenges

On this third and final episode of Vibrations’ look at vibration building design, host Daniel J Litwin concluded his discussion with Ahmad Bayat, P.E., President at Vibro-Acoustic Consultants (VACC), and Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC.) This final portion of dialogue between Litwin, Bayat, and Georgalis brings together insights…

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Engineering Innovations Tackle Noise and Vibration Challenges for New Cancer Research Center

For this second part of Vibrations’ look at  vibration building design, host Daniel J Litwin continued his discussion with Ahmad Bayat, P.E., President at Vibro-Acoustic Consultants (VACC), and Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC.) They began discussing the life science case study teased on this episode’s first part. Bayat…

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Conquering Building Vibrations: The Future of Vibration Control in Mission-Critical Industries

Critical industries need building infrastructure that eliminates even the slightest whisper of the wind or rumblings of public transit miles away. Sensitive instruments used in mission-critical research, testing, and product equipment must exist in a vibration-free environment. Industry-leading TCM understands these needs, and their products have become an essential tool for vibration control to solve…

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Controlling Vibrations for Original Equipment Manufacturers
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Controlling vibrations is a critical consideration in the field of precision instruments, with minute shifts having the potential to significantly impact the accuracy and reliability of measurements. In a recent discussion, we heard from experts in the field: West Wigglesworth, product manager of TMC, and Neil Fitzgibbon, senior business development manager at Taylor Hobson. They…

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In the world of ultra-precision instruments and their applications, the issue of vibration is a persistent challenge that disrupts efficiency and the accuracy of data. Every researcher, engineer, or scientist operating sensitive equipment like electron microscopes, gene sequencers, and more, has faced the dreaded vibration artifact. As Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager for TMC,…

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Revolutionizing Precision Research: CleanBench’s ‘Set and Forget’ Vibration Isolation Table Eliminates Disruptions, Enhances Results

Imagine being a scientist or researcher working on critical projects  that involve highly sensitive equipment such as optical microscopes, analytical balances, or scanning probe microscopes. In a field where precision is key, there’s one constant adversary you grapple with – vibration. Vibrations are everywhere, even in seemingly calm environments. They introduce artifacts that can significantly…

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On this third and final episode of Vibrations’ look at vibration building design, host Daniel J Litwin concluded his discussion with Ahmad Bayat, P.E., President at Vibro-Acoustic Consultants (VACC), and Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC.) This final portion of dialogue between Litwin, Bayat, and Georgalis brings together insights…

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Engineering Innovations Tackle Noise and Vibration Challenges for New Cancer Research Center
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For this second part of Vibrations’ look at  vibration building design, host Daniel J Litwin continued his discussion with Ahmad Bayat, P.E., President at Vibro-Acoustic Consultants (VACC), and Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC.) They began discussing the life science case study teased on this episode’s first part. Bayat…

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Conquering Building Vibrations: The Future of Vibration Control in Mission-Critical Industries
January 1, 2023

Critical industries need building infrastructure that eliminates even the slightest whisper of the wind or rumblings of public transit miles away. Sensitive instruments used in mission-critical research, testing, and product equipment must exist in a vibration-free environment. Industry-leading TCM understands these needs, and their products have become an essential tool for vibration control to solve…

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Controlling Vibrations for Original Equipment Manufacturers
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Controlling vibrations is a critical consideration in the field of precision instruments, with minute shifts having the potential to significantly impact the accuracy and reliability of measurements. In a recent discussion, we heard from experts in the field: West Wigglesworth, product manager of TMC, and Neil Fitzgibbon, senior business development manager at Taylor Hobson. They…

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Revolutionizing Precision Instruments: Advanced Solutions for Vibration Cancellation
January 1, 2023

In the world of ultra-precision instruments and their applications, the issue of vibration is a persistent challenge that disrupts efficiency and the accuracy of data. Every researcher, engineer, or scientist operating sensitive equipment like electron microscopes, gene sequencers, and more, has faced the dreaded vibration artifact. As Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager for TMC,…

Read More
Revolutionizing Precision Research: CleanBench’s ‘Set and Forget’ Vibration Isolation Table Eliminates Disruptions, Enhances Results
January 1, 2023

Imagine being a scientist or researcher working on critical projects  that involve highly sensitive equipment such as optical microscopes, analytical balances, or scanning probe microscopes. In a field where precision is key, there’s one constant adversary you grapple with – vibration. Vibrations are everywhere, even in seemingly calm environments. They introduce artifacts that can significantly…

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TMC’s Customizable Vibration Cancellation Solutions Toolbase Provides Unmatched Support for Heavy-duty, Vibration-Sensitive Instruments
January 1, 2023

At TMC, we often get inquiries about what exactly a tool base is and when one might require it for their instrument. A tool base, in essence, is vibration cancellation solutions custom-designed to support any vibration-sensitive instrument that wouldn’t typically fit on our traditional platforms. People involved in high-resolution imaging, semiconductor wafer inspection, or nanolithography…

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Revolutionizing Semiconductor Manufacturing: TMC’s Vibration Control Floor Platforms Minimize Vibration for Optimal Performance
January 1, 2023

At the intersection of precision and manufacturing, vibration control floor platforms for semiconductor tools play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality, accurate results. TMC, a leader in the field of vibration control, delved into this matter, shedding light on their unique quiet island configurations at a recent presentation by MikeGeorgalis, North American sales manager. Semiconductor…

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Photonics West 2022: Showcasing Superior Vibration Control Solutions
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TMC showcased its active and passive floor vibration isolation systems at Photonics West 2022, demonstrating their effectiveness and superiority in managing floor vibrations. A practical demonstration, the ‘wine glass demo’, was particularly noteworthy. In this experiment, two glasses of wine were placed, one on an isolated surface and the other on a non-isolated shelf. As…

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