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Lab-Scale Torque Rheometer

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TF 05-26-1139International

Submission Closed07/10/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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McMaster University is soliciting bids for the supply of a lab-scale torque rheometer designed specifically for the mixing of thermoplastics, with a mixing bowl capacity between 50 and 100 cm³, ideally ranging from 50 to 60 cm³. The equipment must feature a mixing chamber capable of reaching and sustaining a maximum temperature of at least 350°C and a drive unit that can deliver a minimum sustained torque of 160 Nm. Proposals must strictly adhere to these technical specifications to be considered eligible. The solicitation, identified as TF 05-26-1139, was posted on June 7, 2026, with responses due by July 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Bidders must access the full solicitation documents through Merx.com, where applicable fees may apply, and details on pricing can be found on the Merx website. The contracting authority is Tracie Felton, and inquiries should be directed to feltont@mcmaster.ca. Although the agency name lists the Government of Canada, the contracting organization is McMaster University, and the procurement falls under the NAICS code 334516 for laboratory equipment manufacturing.

General Info

McMaster University seeks vendors for a 50-100 cm³ torque rheometer, 350°C max temperature, 160 Nm torque.

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Government of Canada → McMaster University

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

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CAN

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 7

Solicitation

Response DeadlineJul 10

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Submission Closed

07/10/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → McMaster University

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Government of Canada → McMaster University

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Full Description

McMaster University invites qualified bidders to submit responses for the supply of a Lab-Scale Torque Rheometer in accordance with the terms of this Request for Proposals. (a) Proponents must propose on a laboratory-scale torque rheometer for the mixing of thermoplastics with a bowl capacity to handle no less than 50 cm3 of material and no more than 100 cm3 of material, with an ideal capacity between 50 cm3 to 60 cm3. (b) The mixing chamber for the torque rheometer must be capable of a maximum temperature of at least 350 oC. (c) Drive unit for the torque rheometer must be capable of a maximum torque of at least 160 Nm under sustained operations. Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.