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Household & personal care
Unlock innovative solutions in household & personal care with Labman's advanced formulation & precision characterization technologies.Key services
Transform your household & personal care lab processes with Labman’s advanced technological solutions.Advanced formulationLabman excels in developing technologies for the formulation of household and personal care products, leveraging advanced techniques and instruments such as HPLC for ingredient quantification and FTIR for molecular analysis. Our expertise ensures precision for our customers in crafting effective shampoos, optimizing laundry detergents, and exploring novel ingredients.
Precision characterization techniquesWe integrate cutting-edge characterization techniques into many of our technologies, including rheological assessments for viscosity optimization and particle size analysis through diffraction. Our automated robotic technologies guarantee meticulous formulation adjustments and standadisation to meet the industry's stringent quality and performance standards.
Sensory testing & analysisLabman's systems can conduct thorough odor testing and sensory analysis using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and trained sensory panels. Our technologies can be equipped with state-of-the-art olfactometers, ensuring that fragrances not only comply with regulatory standards but also align with consumer preferences.
pH adjustment for product excellenceLabman can provide technology that automates pH adjustment techniques, employing titration methods and pH meters. This meticulous robotic approach ensures precise control, contributing to the development of products that meet regulatory requirements and deliver optimal performance for consumers.
Material discoveryDrive innovation in your product development projects through extensive material discovery with Labman's technologies. Utilizing techniques like chromatography and spectroscopy, we explore novel ingredients and formulations, ensuring our clients stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry
Formulation, characterization, product development
In the household and personal care industry, Labman is a leading partner for major global companies. Specializing in advanced formulation and precise characterization, Labman's expertise extends from the lab to real-world solutions. From effective shampoos to innovative laundry detergents, our commitment to excellence ensures products surpass consumer expectations.Technologies that fit your workflow
Whether you're looking to automate a small process in your wider household and personal care lab workflow, or your entire laboratory, we specialise in developing products and custom projects that fit your exact needs. We believe in elevating your science, ensuring the technology aligns with your current workflow instead of forcing you to conform or compromise.- Robust and collaborative design and testing processes to ensure the technology meets your specifications.
- We're engineers at heart, meaning you can expect engineering excellence as standard. Our robust procedures and tried-and-tested standard components ensure reliable operations.
- Data is never siloed with Labman - all of our technology can be integrated with your LIMS or LIS setup.
- Worldwide, comprehensive support packages for peace-of-mind.
The perfect partnership - your science, our engineering
Our mission is to enhance scientific pursuits with cutting-edge technology. Cultivating relationships with clients, some spanning over 25 years, emphasizes transparency and trust. Our dedicated team goes beyond transactions, actively engaging with clients for a profound understanding of project intricacies. This personalized approach distinguishes us and forms the foundation for consistently delivering technology that delights and inspires.- Hands-on team that will be your points-of-contact throughout the entire process of working with Labman.
- Mechanical, electrical, electronics and software are all in-house at Labman, so you can always be kept up-to-date with where every component is in the project.
- We keep an open door, so if you want to see your Labman technology at any stage in its development, you're always welcome to vist or to video call for updates.
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“As well as the extremely high quality of their work, the team at Labman are exceptional. They are responsive, reliable and have a very collaborative attitude. They will often come up with intelligent and innovative solutions to problems and are always open to discuss any ideas for improvements.” — Antony CurlyLaboratory Validation Manager
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