As global supply chains for advanced materials come under increasing strain, PI-KEM continues to provide reliable access to high-purity single crystal substrates. Built on a 30-year network of trusted crystal growth partners, PI-KEM’s multi-source supply strategy enables UK and European research teams to maintain progress without disruption. As advanced materials research accelerates across the… Continue
The Advanced Materials Show has launched The Scale-Up Accelerator, a high-impact programme designed to bridge the gap between R&D and commercialisation for next-generation materials innovators. Taking place on 8th & 9th July 2026 at The NEC, Birmingham, The Scale-Up Accelerator will connect ready-to-scale innovators with a network of Industry Partners, companies with investors, and technology… Continue
Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has launched the newest version of NEXIV software “AutoMeasure”. Dedicated to the NEXIV VMZ-S series, VMZ-H3030, and iNEXIV VMA series, “AutoMeasure” has evolved significantly from previous versions, incorporating innovative features that make measurement easier for anyone. Main New Features: • Measurement Code Suggestion: When creating a measurement program, the next command candidate… Continue
Nikon has introduced the NEXIV VMF-K Series, a high-performance video measuring system that significantly improves measurement throughput. TOKYO – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has launched the NEXIV VMF-K Series, a next-generation video measuring system designed to meet the increasing semiconductor and electronic component inspection demands. Building upon the success of the VMZ-K Series, the NEXIV VMF-K… Continue
PI-KEM Ltd has introduced a new range of battery materials and cell development solutions to support researchers and engineers working on advanced energy storage technologies. As demand grows for higher performance, scalable, and alternative battery chemistries, the expanded portfolio provides practical tools for investigating cell behaviour, optimising formulations, and accelerating the transition from laboratory research… Continue
Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has launched new ECLIPSE microscope models, the LV150NA LED, LV150N LED, and MA200 LED, to strengthen the company’s comprehensive range of industrial microscopy solutions. Following the LV100N series announced in March 2025, the new models use a high colour-rendering LED light source and improve maintainability. The ECLIPSE LV150NA LED and LV150N LED… Continue
UK-based advanced materials specialist PI-KEM Ltd has successfully completed a three-year project to deliver the largest pouch cell pilot line in Eastern Europe, located at the Łukasiewicz – IMN | Centre for Electrochemical Energy Storage in Poznań, Poland. The new facility represents a major investment in Poland’s battery research capabilities and will support the development… Continue
PI-KEM, a leading supplier of energy research materials and equipment, is pleased to announce their participation in the launch event for the Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP). The event, held on 18th March 2025 at University College Birmingham (UCB), marked a significant step forward in developing a skilled workforce to support the growing battery… Continue