CleanMill™

The CleanMill broad Ar-ion system designed and manufactured by Technoorg Linda exclusively for Thermo Fisher Scientific excels in materials science and battery research. SEMs require precise sample preparation, often needing a protected environment to produce high-quality images. Exposure to air can compromise samples, making accurate analysis impossible. CleanMill enables the user to transfer samples using an inert gas transfer system from a glove box, a broad ion beam milling device, and a SEM, providing a simple and elegant solution to this complex problem. As mentioned, the standout feature of CleanMill is its ability to transfer sensitive samples under a vacuum or inert gas environment using the Thermo Scientific CleanConnect inert gas sample transfer system, protecting them from oxygen, water vapour, and contaminants. This ensures samples remain pristine from preparation to analysis, which is crucial for accurate SEM analyses. The system’s automated ion beam mill meets the rigorous requirements of SEM sample preparation across various fields, including metallurgy, geology, semiconductors, and the battery industry. CleanMill’s 3mm thick lightweight aluminium alloy housing emphasises portability and durability. Meeting numerous safety standards and TUV-certified, it guarantees reliability and high-quality engineering. The device’s tilting multi-touch screen and user-friendly graphical interface enhance user interaction, allowing effortless, high- quality sample production with minimal intervention. This intuitive interface benefits both novice and experienced users, streamlining sample preparation and improving laboratory efficiency. Red Dot Award: Design Concept | Concept | Tools, Industrial Equipment and Machinery