Corporate Profile:

Advanced Surface Microscopy, Inc. is an independent analytical/contract research laboratory. We are dedicated to providing outstanding analytical services, research and consulting to developers, producers and users of advanced materials and devices.

Our Staff:

All technical work is supervised by Dr. Donald A. Chernoff. Dr. Chernoff holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (University of Chicago) and has about 25 years industrial research experience; he has been active in the field of scanning probe microscopy since its development in 1986. His significant contributions in the area of laser spectroscopy and optics, electron microscopy and the practical application of microscopy to process improvement have resulted in over 40 publications and patents.
David Burkhead, has a B.S. in Physics (University of Akron) and has been providing distinguished SPM analysis and software development at ASM since 1997.

Our Experience:

Any surface that you can touch can, in theory, be examined by the AFM.  Since 1990, we have provided more than 1000 analytical projects for more than 200 customers, examining more than 100 types of materials and devices. 

We are especially proud of two contributions to microscopy and materials analysis:

• In November 1994, ASM became the first lab outside of Digital Instruments to make a tapping mode phase image and to recognize that it was important for materials analysis in general. ASM was the lone proponent of this new technique for about 1 year and pioneered many applications of phase imaging.
• ASM invented a general method for making high precision and high accuracy measurements from images such as AFM images.  Patents were issued in 1997 and 1998.  DiscTrack Plus^TM is based on this invention and quickly became the gold standard for measuring track pitch variation in optical discs.

Our laboratory is well-equipped.

We currently use:

• Digital Instruments NanoScope IIIa, with Dimension 3100 large sample stage and phase extender module. We have the ability to do newer methods, such as phase imaging, tapping in liquid, surface potential, electric/magnetic field gradient, force modulation, nano-indentation and nano-scratching and force volume imaging. 
• Lexmark 1200 dpi b/w laser printer 
• High speed CD and DVD recorders.
• Tektronix Phaser dye sublimation color printer
• ASM's high-precision calibration and measurement software 
• Highly accurate, traceable calibration standards
• Various other optical microscopes and general lab equipment
• We subscribe to the ReadyCast web collaboration service. It provides truly interactive web meetings. Now when we discuss images with you, both you and we can point to or annotate features of interest.

Speedy Response:

Many projects are completed within one week and overnight analysis is available.

Secrecy:

All work is handled confidentially. We will be happy to sign your non-disclosure agreement.

Miscellaneous services:

• Consultation at your location and expert testimony are available.
• Basic and Advanced SPM training available at your facility or ours.

(For services at your facility, we require a one day minimum fee at our established rate, plus expenses.)

You already have an AFM?

• Clear your backlog by sending us overflow work
• Focus on your research by referring service requests to us
• Check out our line of SPM software enhancements
• Buy probes in smaller quantities, or practice grades for training and testing
• Utilize the latest capabilities at our lab to see if they can help you make your SPM more effective
• Call us for advanced training or expert consultation
• Browse our unique and useful supplies and accessories.

Thinking of Buying or Upgrading an AFM?

• Consider our our inventory of thoroughly tested and carefully refurbished second-hand NanoScope SPM equipment

We are ready to work with you!

To see how we can help make your job easier, contact us today!
Call toll-free, fax, send e-mail  or request information online.

Advanced Surface Microscopy, Inc. 3250 N. Post Rd., Suite 120 Indianapolis, IN  46226 USA Phone: +1-317-895-5630 Toll Free: 1-800-374-8557 (US & Canada) FAX:  +1-317-895-5652 http://www.asmicro.com e-mail: info@asmicro.com

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