# Microtek Laboratories

> Pioneers of phase change material microencapsulation for passive thermal management across electronics, life sciences, building materials, textiles, and logistics.

Microtek Laboratories, Inc. is an Alexium company specializing in the microencapsulation of phase change materials (PCMs). For decades, Microtek has been a leader in thermal regulating technologies — formulating custom PCM blends, designing temperature-controlled packaging, and integrating microencapsulated PCMs into products that manage heat across industries ranging from electronics cooling to pharmaceutical cold chain.

## Solutions

- [Microencapsulation](/microencapsulation-solutions): Microtek's core expertise — encapsulating phase change materials in polymer shells for stable, leak-free thermal regulation.
- [Design & Development](/design-and-development): End-to-end thermal solution design from discovery and prototyping through validation and scaled production.
- [PCM Formulations](/pcm-formulations): Custom phase change material blends formulated to exact target temperatures, enthalpy, and form factors from -30°C to 57°C.
- [Micronal® PCM](/micronal-pcm): Formaldehyde-free microencapsulated PCM with comfort-range melt points (21–28°C), originally pioneered by BASF and now manufactured by Microtek. Available as liquid dispersion (24S, 28S) or redispersible powder for building materials, mattresses, textiles, and coatings.
- [Thermal Regulation](/thermal-regulation): Expert consulting and product selection support for thermal regulation requirements across the supply chain.
- [Temperature Controlled Packaging](/temperature-controlled-packaging): Validated year-round shipping solutions with ISTA winter and summer profile compliance.
- [Phase Change Materials](/phase-change-materials): An overview of how PCMs absorb and release latent energy for passive thermal management.

## Industries

- [Industries Overview](/markets): Overview of markets and applications served by Microtek's thermal management technologies.
- [Electronics](/electronics): Thermal management solutions for mobile devices, wearables, and compact electronics.
- [Life Sciences & Medical Device](/life-sciences-medical): Passive temperature-controlled packaging for biologics, vaccines, and cell therapies.
- [Protecting Your Pharmaceuticals](/life-sciences-protecting-your-pharmaceuticals): How PCM packaging protects pharmaceutical products through distribution.
- [Bedding & Textiles](/bedding-textiles): PCM-integrated fabrics and foams for personal comfort and temperature-regulated sleep.
- [Personal Comfort & Safety](/personal-comfort-safety): Thermal regulating materials for workwear, outdoor gear, and protective apparel.
- [Building & Construction](/building-construction): Energy-efficient building materials incorporating microencapsulated PCMs for HVAC reduction.
- [Packaging & Logistics](/logistics): Cold chain and logistics solutions for temperature-sensitive shipments.
- [Transportation](/transportation): Thermal management for automotive, aerospace, and transit applications.

## Resources

- [FAQ](/faq): Frequently asked questions about phase change materials, microencapsulation, temperature ranges, and product lifetimes.
- [Product Data Sheets](/product-data-sheets): Technical specifications for Microtek's complete portfolio of PCM products.
- [Blog](/blog): News, technical deep-dives, and product success stories from the Microtek team.
- [Academic Research](/academic-research): Partnerships with universities and research institutions on next-generation thermal technologies.
- [Thermal Management Guide](/everything-about-thermal-management): A practical primer on choosing thermal partners, PCM science, and packaging specification.

## Company

- [About Microtek](/company): Company history, milestones, values, and the story behind decades of innovation in thermal management.
- [Contact](/contact): Get in touch with Microtek's team for inquiries, partnership discussions, and technical consultations.