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Primary cells grown in optimized media for definitive results
September 17, 2010 Laboratory Product News Kit enables successful growth of normal human primary adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells, which are used for research studies including stem cell differentiation, tissue engineering, cell therapy, regenerative medicine and the creation of induced pluripotent stem cells. Each lot is cryopreserved…
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Organic dye heightens sensitivity in multi-colour flow cytometry
September 17, 2010 Laboratory Product News A new violet-excited organic dye called Krome Orange expands the range of available choices and dye sensitivity limits for violet lasers. Common gating markers can be easily transferred to this fluorochrome, freeing other channels for use with more esoteric markers…
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Compact chilling/heating dry bath for use with robotic systems
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News Peltier-driven, compact chilling/heating dry baths have one or two chilling/heating positions and RS232 interface for use with robotic systems. The units can freeze, chill or heat samples from -20°C to +110°C in assay plates, centrifuge tubes of all sizes, vials,…
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Flame photometer now in clinical version
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News A new clinical version of the manufacturer’s existing flame photometer adds sodium linearization for simple calibration, providing a low-cost instrument with high precision, ergonomic design and ease of maintenance. The controls are located on the front of the instrument, making…
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Calorimeter’s sensitivity takes it to ISS program
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News Calvet-type calorimeter’s design features a crown of detectors that surround the sample in a 3D arrangement so that even the smallest interactions can be measured and larger heterogeneous samples can also be assessed. The instrument can meet almost any application,…
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Analysis system provides global NIR forage calibrations
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News New global forage calibrations are available for the manufacturer’s DA 7200 NIR analysis system. Calibrations encompass fresh and dried forages that provide a complete nutritional profile of forage quality parameters. With an analysis time of only 6 seconds, the instrument…
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Tests for mid-volume lab platform provides fast results
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News A complete battery of STAT immunoassays has been introduced for cardiac biomarker testing on the manufacturer’s cobas® 6000 analyzer series, an integrated system designed for diagnostic labs with medium testing volumes. With a 9-minute duration, the assays are very fast…
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Polypropylene-braided PTFE hose resists attack
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News Manufacturer says polypropylene-braided PTFE hose assemblies are 20% lighter than traditional stainless steel braided hoses and are much more flexible, making it easier to route through tight spaces. In addition, these hoses will not conduct electricity and can handle many…
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Standards for trace sulphur compounds in olefins
September 16, 2010 Laboratory Product News Modular gas standards generating system uses special permeation tubes which add precisely known concentrations of sulphur compounds to nitrogen, ethylene or propylene matrix. The system is configured with two permeation ovens and a secondary dilution module that can produce mixtures…
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High-performance desktop MRI system is easy to use
September 13, 2010 Laboratory Product News Easy-to-use 1 Tesla desktop MRI scanner combines simplicity with compact dimensions, bringing preclinical magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) within reach for more molecular imaging laboratories. Designed for routine preclinical and molecular imaging in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications, the system combines a…
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Media helps in tackling fungal food spoilage
September 13, 2010 Laboratory Product News Two new types of specialist culture media are available for the isolation of yeasts and moulds from foodstuffs: Dichloran Rose Bengal Chloramphenicol Agar (ISO) (DRBC Agar) and Dichloran 18% Glycerol Agar (ISO) (DG18 Agar). The new media comply fully with…
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Software simplifies reporting and enhances data visualization
September 13, 2010 Laboratory Product News Latest version of the company’s data management software helps engineers and scientists to better manage, analyze and report on data collected during data acquisition or generated through simulations. The new version of features GPS synchronization, sound data playback and increased…
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Ultra-slim UV transilluminator is super small
September 13, 2010 Laboratory Product News UV transilluminator is designed to be a super space-saver, making it convenient for today’s crowded research laboratories. It measures 29.2 x 35.6 x 5.7 cm, the size of the average laptop, yet has virtually all the features of larger, more…
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Microscope repair services are available
September 3, 2010 Laboratory Product News OntarioScope is a microscope repair business operating in the Greater Toronto area and beyond. The following services are available: — Repair of microscopes of any brand (we provide free loaners) — Annual microscopes cleaning and certification for laboratories — Urgent…
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SEM has through-the-lens system for ultra-high resolution
August 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Scanning electron microscope (SEM) has optics that enable ultrahigh resolution imaging at low kV and high spatial resolution microanalysis. The through-the-lens system (TTLS) combines new objective lens and detector technologies with the an existing in-lens field emission gun. The TTLS…
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System provides accurate and reproducible LED measurements
August 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News To more easily meet new reporting specifications, thermal/optical/electrical LED measurement system (TOCS) enables measurement of optical properties as a function of temperature and operating current using a single instrument. The instrument complies with IESNA LM-79 and LM-80 standards, delivering accurate…
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HPLC injector is for OEM use
August 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Integrated motor/valve assembly is designed to be built into an OEM system. Using the Cheminert HPLC injector design and the 24 volt motor from the manufacturer’s microelectric actuators, the injector needs only to be connected to the instrument’s power supply.…
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Portable mini GC system lowers analysis times and costs
August 23, 2010 Laboratory Product News Powerful, shoebox-sized, lightweight, portable gas chromatograph (GC) is designed for use in soil and water remediation, security and safety, industrial processing, quality-control applications and many laboratory applications. The instrument can outfit each technician or field site to provide real-time data…
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Multi-input thermometer/data logger is portable
August 23, 2010 Laboratory Product News Portable thermometer/data logger is suitable for remote logging and as a mobile measuring device. The instrument offers integrated recording, profiling and archiving functions. With a high resolution and fast analog to digital converter, it meets most data logging requirements. The…
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Rugged visible spectrophotometer has full scanning capabilities
August 23, 2010 Laboratory Product News Visible spectrophotometer incorporates optical and detector technologies specific to the needs of academic and industrial quality control laboratories. Designed for teaching and basic testing applications, the instrument is a cost-effective instrument designed to deliver fast full-wavelength scan data and multi-standard…
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Clear glove boxes fit diverse needs
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Available in a variety of sizes, clear glove boxes fill a variety of needs, whether there is limited lab space, an isolation chamber where portability is needed or the work being done requires working with large volumes of samples in…
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Hot plates and stirrers have up to 9 positions
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News New line of multi-position analog stirring hot plates and stirrers feature 5 or 9 stirrers. The large 30.48 cm-sq ceramic heater tops have a temperature range to 450°C. The 5-position stirring units can stir 5-800ml beakers, and the 9-position units…
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Sample concentrator has high capacity
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Biological sample concentrator is designed for labs looking to concentrate larger numbers of biological samples presented in different formats. Scientists can safely and swiftly concentrate or dry their biological samples with this affordable, easy-to-use package. It rapidly removes many solvents,…
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GC-MS has removable ion source
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Single quadrupole gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) system has a special non-venting full-source removal capability. The robust and rugged system offers simplified operation and maximum uptime for uninterrupted productivity across routine GC-MS applications including forensics, toxicology, food safety and environmental. The…
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Chiller reduces water use, boosts efficiency
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Low-cost, chilled water supply reduces water consumption to zero. Manufacturer says that its own calculations show that in a working week (40 hours a week), the unit saves approximately 48,000 L of water. Temperature range is -20°C to +40°C and…
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Data logger has easy-to-read screen
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Compact and rugged portable data logger has an easy to-read screen display and TFT LCD, and is visible even outdoors. The unit has 16 MB internal memory as well as capacity for external storage. The product acquires large amounts of…
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Rapid sample concentration without volatile loss
July 30, 2010 Laboratory Product News Genevac’s proprietary SampleGenieTM flask technology has been developed to help environmental scientists eliminate handling of samples by concentrating samples, without loss of volatile components, directly into a small GC or HPLC vial. SampleGenie technology enables samples in Genevac RocketTM, EZ-2…
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System combines particle image analysis software with new camera
July 26, 2010 Laboratory Product News Particle image analysis software and a new, high-resolution camera are combined in imaging system that extends particle and microorganism imaging capabilities by 50%, according to the manufacturer. Capturing 50% more pixels in the field of view, the advances reveal correspondingly…
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Biochip testing platform is fully automated
July 26, 2010 Laboratory Product News Offering complete consolidation on one platform, biochip testing platform is designed to provide limitless multiplex capabilities, enabling simultaneous testing from a single small volume sample. Advanced performance, productivity and quality are key benefits, according to the manufacturer. Software, advanced precision…
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Water bath is waterless and eco-friendly
July 26, 2010 Laboratory Product News A waterless alternative to contamination-prone traditional laboratory water baths was designed to deliver extremely good temperature uniformity while eliminating a major source of contamination in laboratories: water. The unit is always on, ready for the next experiment, so scientists don’t…
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Sensor measures up to 300C
July 19, 2010 Laboratory Product News Compact infrared thermal imaging sensor uses a thermopile array detector and measures real-time temperature and thermal image up to 300°C. Ethernet connectivity allows the sensor to communicate with the PC running the application software or the user’s LAN. The unit…
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