Thermal Analysis Masterclass 2026

Join us for our 1-day masterclass on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at the SciMed offices in Stockport.

THERMAL ANALYSIS MASTERCLASS 2026

Classroom Training and Hands-on Laboratory Experience

Hosted by SciMed in partnership with Setaram

📅 4 March 2026
📍 SciMed Ltd, Stockport
⏰ 09:30 – 16:00 (UK time)
💷 £100 per delegate
🎟 Limited to 15 places

Why should I attend?

SciMed, in partnership with thermal analysis experts from Setaram, is hosting a one-day Thermal Analysis Masterclass designed to combine theoretical understanding with practical, hands-on experience.

This course is ideal for scientists, engineers, and technicians who want to strengthen their understanding of thermal analysis techniques or improve confidence in data interpretation and best practice operation.

Attendees will benefit from:

• Classroom-based training led by experienced application and product specialists
• Hands-on use of DSC and TGA or STA instruments in SciMed’s demonstration laboratories
• Practical guidance on real-world applications across multiple industries
• Direct access to experts through an interactive question and answer session

Whether you are new to thermal analysis or looking to refine your existing knowledge, this masterclass provides a strong technical foundation supported by practical insight.

Techniques covered

The masterclass will focus on the following core thermal analysis techniques:

• Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
• Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
• Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA)

For each technique, the course will cover:

• Fundamental principles
• Measurement basics
• Data interpretation
• Application examples
• Best practice advice on sample preparation, method setup, running samples, and data analysis

Hands-on laboratory session

All attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with DSC and TGA or STA instruments
• Observe live measurements and workflows
• Discuss results and interpretation with experts
• Ask application-specific questions relevant to their own samples and processes

Agenda overview

• Introduction to thermal analysis techniques
• DSC fundamentals, applications, and best practice
• TGA and STA fundamentals, applications, and best practice
• Data interpretation and common pitfalls
• Hands-on laboratory demonstrations
• Interactive question and answer session

A detailed agenda will be provided closer to the event date.

Speakers

Sandra Segondy

Scientific Application Support Engineer, Setaram . KEP Technologies

Sandra is a specialist in thermal analysis and calorimetry, working at Setaram within KEP Technologies. She supports customers across a wide range of applications including metals, ceramics, composites, polymers, and biological materials using techniques such as TGA, DSC, EGA, TMA, and calorimetry.

She holds a PhD in chemical engineering and materials science and has previously worked on adsorption calorimetry applied to catalysis as part of an industry-led European research project.

David Dale

Product Manager, SciMed Ltd

David has over 35 years of experience working with thermal analysis and process safety equipment, much of it within the pharmaceutical industry where he served as a global process safety lead.

He joined SciMed in 2011 and supports thermal analysis and process safety product ranges including Setaram, Fauske and Associates, and Navas.

Event details

📅 Date: 4 March 2026
⏰ Time: 09:30 – 16:00
📍 Location:
SciMed Ltd
Unit B4, The Embankment Business Park
Vale Road
Stockport, Cheshire
SK4 3GN
United Kingdom

🎓 Format: Classroom-based training and hands-on lab work
🍽 Lunch: Included . dietary requirements catered for
🏨 Accommodation: https://www.scimed.co.uk/information-for-staying-near-scimed-offices/
🎟 Tickets available: 15 total . maximum 3 per order

👉 Book your place via Eventbrite

View our website for more information- https://www.scimed.co.uk/setaram-masterclass/