Supply of Infrared Ellipsometer to University of Manchester for Polymer Film Research
The University Of Manchester · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Infrared Ellipsometer to University of Manchester for Polymer Film Research
Awarded 01 Jan 2021
Awarded01 Jan 2021
Value£143,232.00
SupplierSemilab Co. Ltd.
RegionNorth West
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 5y 7mo ago3mo term
Awarded 1 Jan 2021Expired 31 Mar 2021
About
The University of Manchester awarded a contract to Semilab Co.
Ltd.
for the purchase of an infrared ellipsometer for testing the thickness and internal structure of films, predominantly polymer films.
The scientific equipment will be housed within the sustainable materials innovation hub at the University of Manchester.
The contract value is £143,232.
The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903).
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