Thermal Conductivity Testing for Advanced Materials
Hosted by SciMed in partnership with C-Therm Technologies
SciMed Masterclass
Tuesday 7th July 2026
This seminar brings together thermal conductivity fundamentals and real-world applications, covering methods, selection criteria, and testing best practices across R&D, QA/QC, and production environments.
Led by C-Therm Technologies Application Scientist Arya Hakimian, attendees will gain a working understanding of how different methods perform across diverse material types, how testing conditions affect results, and how the Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument is applied across some of today’s most thermally demanding industries, including thermal interface materials (TIMs) and electronics packaging, electric vehicle battery thermal management, AI data centre cooling, aerospace and defence materials, hydrogen energy storage, renewable technologies, and geological and geothermal applications.
The session concludes with lunch and a live hands-on testing session.
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Why Attend
Understanding thermal conductivity is becoming increasingly important across modern materials development, product design, and thermal management applications. From electric vehicle batteries and AI data centre cooling systems to aerospace materials and hydrogen energy technologies, accurate thermal conductivity measurement plays a critical role in product performance, reliability, and safety.
This free masterclass has been created to help attendees better understand:
• The fundamentals of thermal conductivity testing
• Differences between common thermal analysis methods
• Best practices for testing challenging materials
• How testing conditions can affect measurement accuracy
• Material-specific testing considerations across R&D and production environments
• Real-world applications of thermal conductivity analysis across multiple industries
The session also provides a valuable opportunity to see the C-Therm Trident instrument in operation during a live hands-on demonstration and discuss specific applications directly with experienced thermal analysis specialists.
Whether you are involved in research, product development, quality control, or materials engineering, this seminar will provide practical and commercially relevant insight into thermal conductivity measurement technologies.
What’s Included
How the Day Works
The Thermal Conductivity Testing Masterclass has been designed as an interactive half-day technical seminar combining presentations, application discussions, and live demonstrations.
The day begins with registration, refreshments, and an introduction from SciMed and C-Therm Technologies before moving into a series of focused technical sessions covering thermal conductivity fundamentals, testing methods, material considerations, and industry applications.
Throughout the seminar, attendees will explore how thermal conductivity testing supports innovation across sectors such as electric vehicles, electronics cooling, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, and geological applications.
The session concludes with a live demonstration of the C-Therm Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument, allowing attendees to see real-world testing workflows and discuss practical application challenges directly with the technical team.
A complimentary networking lunch will follow the live demonstration session.
Masterclass AGENDA
This programme has been developed in partnership with C-Therm Technologies to provide practical insight into thermal conductivity testing and real-world thermal analysis applications.
Each session is designed to explore modern testing methods, demonstrate the latest thermal conductivity instrumentation, and address the material challenges faced across industries including battery technology, electronics, aerospace, energy, and advanced materials development.
Thermal Conductivity Masterclass Agenda
Registration and Refreshments
Arrival, networking, tea and coffee.
Welcome and Introduction
Introduction to SciMed, C-Therm Technologies, and the objectives of the masterclass
Fundamentals of Thermal Conductivity Testing
An overview of thermal conductivity principles, testing challenges, and common measurement techniques used across advanced materials applications.
Selecting the Right Thermal Conductivity Method
Understanding testing considerations across different material types including solids, powders, composites, polymers, and thermal interface materials.
Thermal Conductivity Applications Across Industry
Exploring real-world applications including:
• Electric vehicle battery thermal management
• AI data centre cooling
• Electronics packaging and TIMs
• Aerospace and defence materials
• Hydrogen energy systems
• Geological and geothermal materials
Networking Lunch
Complimentary lunch and informal networking opportunity.
Live Demonstration: C-Therm Trident Instrument
Hands-on demonstration showcasing instrument operation, sample handling, workflow considerations, and data interpretation.
Technical Discussion and Q&A
Open discussion session with SciMed and C-Therm application specialists.
Informal networking opportunity.
Guest Speakers
Who's Speaking
Arya Hakimian, MSc
C-Therm Technologies
Arya Hakimian is a Subject Matter Expert at C-Therm Technologies with nearly a decade of experience in thermal analysis and materials characterization. He holds an MSc in Chemistry and a BSc in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of New Brunswick.
David Dale
Product Manager
Dave has worked with thermal analysis and process safety equipment for over 35 years many of which were spent in the pharmaceutical industry as a global lead of process safety. Dave joined SciMed in 2011 as the thermal analysis and process safety product manager supporting product ranges from Fauske and Associates, Navas and Setaram.
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Event Location + Details
Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 14:00 pm (UK time)
Cost: £ FREE
Location: SciMed, Unit B4, The Embankment Business Park, Vale Road, Stockport, Cheshire SK4 3GN, United Kingdom.
Parking is free.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
SciMed Ltd Headquarters, Stockport
Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 14:00 pm (UK time)
Location: SciMed, Unit B4, The Embankment Business Park, Vale Road, Stockport, Cheshire SK4 3GN, 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 C-Therm Technologies
C-Therm Technologies is a global leader in thermal conductivity measurement solutions, specialising in advanced instrumentation for material characterisation across industries including electronics, battery development, aerospace, energy, and advanced materials.
Their flagship Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument combines multiple testing methods within a single platform, allowing users to measure solids, powders, liquids, composites, and thermal interface materials using the most suitable technique for each application.
Trusted by researchers, engineers, and manufacturers worldwide, C-Therm technologies support innovation across applications ranging from EV battery development and AI data centre cooling to hydrogen energy and advanced manufacturing.
Through their partnership with SciMed, customers across the UK and Ireland benefit from local access to thermal conductivity expertise, demonstrations, application support, training, and ongoing technical service.
