Portable TM4000Plus

Through our science outreach programme, we bring cutting-edge technology directly to New Zealand schools.

Electron microscopy at Paihau—Robinson is not confined to our laboratories. Through our science outreach programme, we bring cutting-edge technology directly to New Zealand schools with the TM4000Plus portable SEM. Imagine a classroom where students can see the structure of a butterfly’s wing, the crystalline facets of salt, or the surface of a microchip—live, under their own hands.

The TM4000Plus SEM, compact and simple to use, offers hands-on access to a level of detail previously reserved for advanced research institutions. With support from our dedicated outreach team, teachers and students can safely explore the world at the micron and nanometre scale, sparking curiosity and nurturing the next generation of innovators.

The impact of the TM4000Plus outreach extends well beyond education, inspiring cross-sector engagement and community partnerships. Local businesses and environmental groups have harnessed the portable SEM to investigate quality issues, analyse materials, and even support conservation projects.

By making high-resolution imaging accessible outside traditional settings, Paihau—Robinson fosters a culture of inquiry and collaboration throughout Aotearoa. Whether it’s helping a manufacturer troubleshoot a production issue, assisting iwi in studying taonga or natural resources, or enabling students to take their first steps into the world of science, the TM4000Plus opens up new possibilities—proving that world-class technology can empower everyone, not just specialists.