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August 7, 2026
07 Aug 2026

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for the Water Treatment Industry

Blog Summary Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) offers significant benefits to the water industry as it can enable engineers to gain...
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August 7, 2026
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Design for Additive Manufacturing: The Importance of Understanding the Three Levels of DfAM

Design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) is a critical part of the additive manufacturing (AM) process. In order to extract all the ben...
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August 7, 2026
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How the electronics Industry is adopting Additive Manufacturing for rapid Prototyping of electronic components

Summary Traditional subtractive approaches are well established and therefore widely applied for high volume production of printed ...
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August 7, 2026
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Dimensional Metrology: CMM and 3D Scanning

Manual Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMMs) date back to 1959. These systems were very slow and had high levels of error. In 1972, th...
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August 7, 2026
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SEAM help transform Golf Putter Concept into Reality using 3d metal printing to generate a prototype

This case study explores a recent collaboration between SEAM and a Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Degree student  from SETU t...
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August 7, 2026
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Market-Leading Non-Destructive Testing Services for Your Components

In today’s competitive market, ensuring the integrity and quality of components without compromising their usability is paramount. Sout...
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August 7, 2026
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Leveraging Computational Fluid Dynamics for Built and Natural Environments

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is an invaluable tool for understanding and optimizing fluid flow in both built and natural environm...
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August 7, 2026
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Understanding Finite Element Analysis (FEA) with SEAM at SETU Waterford

What is Finite Element Analysis (FEA)? Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a computational technique used to predict how objects will rea...
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August 7, 2026
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Innovation Partnership – Unveiling the Future of Dry Powder Inhalers through Advanced Simulation and High-Speed X-Ray Imaging

Project Title: Development of Capsule Type Respiratory Products Client Name: Teva Pharmaceuticals Unveiling the Future of Dry Pow...
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August 7, 2026
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Unlocking Material Insights with the Nano Indenter TS77 by Bruker: Now Available at SEAM Waterford!

At SEAM Waterford, we are committed to providing cutting-edge technology to support advanced materials research and innovation. We are ...
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August 7, 2026
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SEAM – Revolutionizing the Data Center Industry with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

The rapid growth of the data center industry has ushered in a new era of digital innovation. However, with the increasing demand for da...
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August 7, 2026
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Enhancing HVAC System Design with Computational Fluid Dynamics : A Comprehensive Approach

The design and optimization of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are critical for ensuring energy efficiency, t...
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August 7, 2026
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Comprehensive Materials Failure Analysis Services at SEAM Waterford: Advanced Capabilities for Reliable Solutions

At SEAM Waterford, we specialize in advanced Materials Failure Analysis to uncover the root causes behind material, component, or syste...
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August 7, 2026
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What Is Industrial CT Scanning — and Why More Irish Manufacturers Are Turning to SEAM

Helping You See Inside Your Products Without Taking Them Apart Are you struggling with product failures, hidden defects, or unclear ro...
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August 7, 2026
07 Aug 2026

Failure Analysis of Moulded Polyacetal Components Using FTIR & DSC Analysis

Industry: Polymers / Plastics Manufacturing Problem: Polyacetal, also referred to as acetal or polyoxymethylene (POM), is a high-per...
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August 7, 2026
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Bone from the Irish Coast: Revealing Secrets with Industrial X-ray CT and Material Analysis

A bone recovered on Ireland’s coast became a perfect test case for non-destructive analysis. Using industrial X-ray CT (diondo d5) and ...
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August 7, 2026
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Assessing Corrosion and Mechanical Strength of Threaded Rebar – SEAM Materials testing Case Study

Client Challenge - Understanding Corrosion in Threaded Rebar The client submitted threaded reinforcement bars that showed visible surf...
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August 7, 2026
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How SEAM Reconstructed a High-Precision Mould Insert Using CT Scanning and CMM Inspection

Injection moulding relies on precision-engineered mould inserts that deliver accuracy, repeatability, and long service life. When these...
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August 7, 2026
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Meeting Growing Industry Demand with Advanced CHNSO Elemental Analysis at SEAM

As regulatory requirements tighten and quality expectations continue to rise, demand for high-precision elemental analysis is growing a...
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August 7, 2026
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Characterising ABS and PC-ABS Using Common Laboratory Techniques – Insights from SEAM

Introduction ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene) and PC-ABS are two plastics that appear everywhere — from consumer products to indu...
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August 7, 2026
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Predicting Cardiovascular Device Performance Using CFD, FEA and Fluid-Structure Interaction Modelling

Problem to be Solved Uncertainty regarding device performance and structural integrity under physiological pulsatile blood flow condi...
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  • Material Characterisation
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    Materials Sustainability Solu

    Supporting sustainable innovation through advanced testing, degradation studies and materials characterisation.

    Analysis

    Cement & Low Carbon

    Advanced testing and analysis of sustainable construction materials, cement replacement technologies and low-carbon product development.

    Analysis

    Mechanical Testing

    Mechanical testing services to evaluate strength, durability and material performance.

    Analysis

    FTIR Analysis

    FTIR analysis services for material identification, contamination detection and composition analysis.

    Analysis

    SEM Analysis

    High-resolution SEM analysis for failure investigation, surface characterisation and research.

    Analysis

    Surface Analysis

    Advanced surface analysis services for coatings, contamination and material characterisation.

    Analysis

    Failure Analysis

    Identify the root cause of material, component and product failures through advanced testing and expert technical investigation.

    Analysis

    Raman Spectroscopy

    Advanced Raman spectroscopy for material identification, contamination analysis and chemical characterisation.

    Analysis

    Hardness Testing

    Accurate hardness testing services to evaluate material strength, wear resistance and manufacturing consistency.

    Analysis

    Compression Testing

    Compression testing services for structural performance, durability and material validation.

    Analysis

    Polymer Analysis

    Advanced polymer testing and material characterisation services to support product development, quality assurance, failure analysis and research projects.

    Analysis

    DSC Testing

    DSC testing services for thermal characterisation, material validation and product development.

    Analysis

    Thermal Analysis

    Advanced thermal characterisation services including DSC, TGA and DMA testing to evaluate material stability, performance, degradation and product reliability.

    Analysis

    Tensile Testing

    Tensile testing services to evaluate material strength, elongation and mechanical performance.

    Analysis

    XRD Analysis

    XRD analysis services for phase identification, crystallinity studies and material research.

  • CT Scanning Solutions
    Analysis

    Reverse Engineering

    Reverse engineering through advanced scanning and digital modelling.

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    Computational Fluid Dynamics

    Fluid flow, heat transfer and engineering simulation services to optimise product and process performance.

    Analysis

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    Structural analysis, stress evaluation and engineering simulation services to optimise product performance, reliability and design efficiency.

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