Rheology Masterclass 2026
Hosted by SciMed in partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific
SciMed Masterclass
Wed 23rd Sept 2026
SciMed is pleased to announce a Masterclass for Rheological testing which will take place at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Hemel Hempstead on Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
Delivered by experienced rheology specialists from both organisations, this technical training event combines theory, practical demonstrations and hands-on learning to help attendees gain a deeper understanding of rheological testing techniques and real-world applications.
Whether you work with polymers, coatings, pharmaceuticals, food products, cosmetics or advanced materials, this course has been designed to provide valuable insight regardless of which rheometer system you currently use.
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What will I learn?
The course has been designed so that users of any brand and model of rheometer can attend and benefit.
Many aspects of rheology will be covered including theory (both rotational and oscillatory), tribology, powder rheology, sample preparation and method development.
Fully operational systems will be used for the training to allow participants to get essential and beneficial “hands-on” experience.
Training certificates will be provided to all attendees.
What’s Included
Training Certificate
Live Demonstrations
Lunch & Refreshments
Technical Presentations
Meet The Experts
Hands-On Training
Why Attend This Masterclass?
Learn Core Rheology Principles
Build a stronger understanding of viscosity, yield stress, oscillatory testing and viscoelastic behaviour.
Gain Practical Experience
Watch live demonstrations using industry-leading rheology systems and participate in hands-on training.
Improve Testing Accuracy
Learn best practice for sample preparation, method development and obtaining repeatable data.
Explore New Technologies
See advanced rheological measurement technologies including powder rheology and tribology applications.
Ask The Experts
Speak directly with application specialists from SciMed and Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Receive Certification
All attendees will receive an official training certificate following completion.
Masterclass AGENDA
This specialist training programme has been developed in partnership with Thermo Fisher Scientific to provide practical insight into rheological testing principles, material characterisation techniques and real-world applications across research, product development and quality control.
Throughout the day, attendees will explore the fundamentals of rotational and oscillatory rheology, gain hands-on experience using advanced rheological instrumentation, and learn how material behaviour directly influences product performance across a wide range of industrial and scientific applications.
Each session has been carefully designed to combine technical theory with practical demonstrations, helping participants better understand viscosity measurement, viscoelastic behaviour, powder rheology, sample preparation and method development using modern rheological testing systems.
Rheology Masterclass 2026 Agenda
Registration, Coffee & Pastries
Welcome and Introduction
Part 1: Theoretical background and measurement of the dynamic shear viscosity
Part 2: Yield stress and time-dependent flow behavior
Break
Practical session: Rotational Tests using VTiQ Rheometer
Networking Lunch
Complimentary lunch and informal networking opportunity.
Part 3: Viscoelasticity and creep recovery tests
Part 4: Viscoelasticity – oscillatory tests
NEW: Powder Rheology
Practical session: Demonstration of oscillatory tests and powder flow using MARS iQ Air Rheometer
Break
Well Prepared – Good Results
Q & A session and close of Masterclass by 16:30
Guest Speakers
Who's Speaking
Dr. Klaus Oldörp
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Dr. Klaus Oldörp studied chemistry in Hamburg, Germany and did his doctorate with a focus on polymer rheology. At the Fraunhofer WKI he was responsible for the synthesis and analysis of binders for wood-based materials. He then moved to ICI Polyurethanes (later Huntsman Polyurethanes) in Belgium and, as part of the SHE team, was responsible for the safe use of isocyanate-based binders in wood-based panel production. Since 2003, Dr. Oldörp works as a 'senior rheology application specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific and in this role heads the rheology application laboratory and is active in practical and theoretical user training.
Kevin Barber
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Kevin Barber studied Environmental Chemistry at the University of Sussex and graduated in 1984. He Joined Fisons Instruments in 1985 and had sales support, technical support and marketing roles before having his first commercial responsibilities for HAAKE products in 1989. Since then he has had an ongoing commercial responsibility for the Thermo Scientific HAAKE viscometer and rheometer products within the UK. He has also covered Ireland and the Nordic Countries. He also represents the HAAKE laboratory extrusion products. In his current position he supports SciMed Ltd in their distributor role for the Thermo Scientific HAAKE viscometer and rheometer products.
Dr Rebecca Hudson-Kershaw
SciMed
Dr Yasmin Labibi
SciMed
Application Topics
Polymers & Materials
Pharmaceuticals
Food & Beverage
Coatings & Adhesives
Cosmetics
Event Location + Details
Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Time: 9.30am – 4:30pm (UK time)
Cost: £110+VAT (This can be applied as a discount against any SciMed purchase within 2026).
Location: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Stafford House, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead
HP2 7GE, United Kingdom.
Parking is free.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Hemel Hempstead
Location: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Stafford House, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead
HP2 7GE, United Kingdom.
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About Scimed
SciMed is a leading supplier of scientific instrumentation in the UK and Ireland, specialising in supplying analytical instrumentation and process equipment from industry-leading manufacturers.
The company has been in operation for 40 years and caters to various industries ranging from academic institutions, large-scale industry and contract testing laboratories to start-ups and SMEs.
SciMed takes pride in helping scientists, engineers and technicians solve their analytical and process challenges, providing effective aftersales care for the lifetime of their customers’ investments.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in scientific instrumentation and laboratory technologies, supporting researchers, engineers and manufacturers with advanced analytical solutions across industries including pharmaceuticals, polymers, food science, chemicals, energy storage and advanced materials.
Through its industry-leading HAAKE rheology product range, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides highly accurate solutions for measuring viscosity, viscoelasticity, flow behaviour and material characterisation, helping organisations better understand product performance and optimise manufacturing processes.
Trusted by laboratories and research facilities worldwide, Thermo Fisher Scientific technologies play a critical role in product development, quality control and material innovation across applications ranging from polymer development and pharmaceutical formulation to coatings, cosmetics and food production.
Through their partnership with SciMed Ltd, customers across the UK and Ireland benefit from local access to rheology expertise, technical demonstrations, product support, specialist training and ongoing application guidance.
