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Ceramic enables machining complex parts with high thermal conductivity
July 2, 2015 Laboratory Product News A composite sintered body of AlN and BN specifically addresses machining difficulties associated with the brittleness and hardness of traditional ceramics. The material, Shapal Hi-M soft, can be machined into small or complex shapes and is suitable for a wide…
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System enhances preparation of bacteria, yeasts and moulds
June 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News The Institut Curie (Paris, France), a world leader in oncology research, has reported how it has standardized on using Mediaclave media preparation and Mediajet automated petri dish filling systems from INTEGRA Biosciences to prepare its petri dishes. Research work at the…
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Non-contact flow monitor clamps to the pipe
June 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News Designed for simple operation, the FD-Q series of flow sensors detect and monitor the flow of liquids accurately while mounted to the outside of a pipe. No pipe modification is needed – the unit literally clamps on to the outside…
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Spectrophotometer extends capabilities to deep ultraviolet
June 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News The VUVAS CCD-UV Absorbance spectrophotometer capitalizes on the speed and sensitivity of direct detection, ultraviolet-sensitive CCD detectors. Faster data acquisition enables more complex data sets involving spectral response vs. temperature or time. Fast acquisition also protects against potential measurement errors…
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UHPLC system supports multiple methods
June 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News Reliable and consistent data is of critical important when it comes to biocompatible analysis. The Vanquish Flex ultra high-performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) system offers high speed, resolution and sensitivity, allowing users to obtain consistent and high-quality data when performing biocompatible…
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System bridges HPLC and UPLC methods
June 17, 2015 Laboratory Product News Quaternary liquid chromatograph is designed to give analytical laboratories running established LC methods a clear choice for replicating or improving their separations performance. An addition to the ACQUITY product line, the new ACQUITY Arc System is engineered to respond to…
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Multi-block cycler for high-quantity PCR
June 16, 2015 Laboratory Product News Performing high-throughput PCR can be a costly and resource intensive process. The Alpha Cycler 4 thermal cycler offers four totally independent blocks, allowing it to perform four totally independent runs simultaneously. In addition, the compact instrument’s high level of temperature…
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LED illuminator brightens multiple fluorescence applications
June 12, 2015 Laboratory Product News The new Lumen 100-LED illuminator provides high-quality illumination for a wide range of fluorescence applications on both upright and inverted microscopes. Directly coupling to the microscope for maximum light transmission, the broad array of LEDs available cover wavelengths from 365nm…
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Highly efficient ChIP assay kit for FFPE samples
June 12, 2015 Laboratory Product News Due to the cross-linking of proteins by formaldehyde, FFPE tissues have traditionally presented a particular challenge for ChIP analysis. In addition, the small size and delicate nature of the tissue, and the difficulty in extracting samples from paraffin, used to…
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Optimized solid phase extraction of polar compounds
June 12, 2015 Laboratory Product News A range of products enable optimized solid phase extraction (SPE) of polar compounds. This includes the new C18 silica packed Microlute plate, vacuum manifolds, collection plates and solvent evaporators all designed to streamline sample preparation. The new plate is designed to…
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Antibodies validated specifically for western blotting
June 12, 2015 Laboratory Product News Scientists have struggled with antibody unreliability for decades because manufacturing standards and quality control vary widely among vendors, targets, and even among antibody lots. Now a new line of PrecisonAb Antibodies is rigorously validated for use in western blotting. Designed…
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Rotor mills handle large sample volumes
June 9, 2015 Laboratory Product News Improved performance, handling and flexibility are designed into the new generation of SR 300 and SK 300 rotor mills. Benefits include variable rotor speeds, material feed size up to 25mm, quick and easy cleaning, and an optional cyclone for improved…
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OEM battery packs integrate cell technology, battery management
June 9, 2015 Laboratory Product News Highly reliable, lithium-based power technologies and battery management systems (BMS) are custom designed and manufactured for mission-critical applications. Matching the appropriate cell chemistry and topology with OEM design requirements, the manufacturer has relationships with leading cell manufacturers and performs product…
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Serial number labels identify and brand products
June 9, 2015 Laboratory Product News NFi Serial Number Labels combine full-colour images and graphics with variable data to enhance product identification and branding applications. Custom made from materials and adhesive systems to match customer requirements with respect to solvent-, moisture-, and UV-resistance, these labels can…
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Digital dust monitor measures contaminants
May 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News Kanomax Dust Monitor instrument ensures highly accurate dust measurements via a user-friendly and intuitive interface. Particles are measured in concentrations of PM 10. Particle size ranges are 0.1 to 10µm. Measuring range is 0.001 to 10mg/m3. Unit has data logging…
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Touch-screen evaporator makes solvent removal effortless
May 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News The Series 3 HT evaporator range incorporates a new high-performance vacuum pump, the latest touch-screen technology along with a sleek ergonomic design. The new intuitive touch-screen controls enhances monitoring and review of the whole evaporation process. For popular solvent removal…
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Pipette system reduces protocol time for 96-well PCR assays
May 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News The virus and prion validation group at Octapharma GmbH (Frankfurt, Germany) reports how implementing an Integra Viaflo 96 has enabled them to reduce the time taken to undertake PCR assays by greater than 60%. Octapharma specializes in the development and…
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High-grade agarose for nucleic acid electrophoresis
May 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News CleverGEL is a new environmentally friendly agarose suitable for routine analysis of nucleic acids using standard electrophoretic procedures. Manufactured by a process that excludes organic solvents harmful to marine life, the agarose is far kinder to the environment than conventional…
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Novel hairless mouse model is triple immunodeficient
May 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News Hairless NOD.SCID mouse model, the SHrN, is triple-immunodeficient and is suited for humanization and tumour xenografts. The model, which has applications in oncology and immunology-related research, was developed for use by academic, government, biopharmaceutical, and contract research scientists. Production will…
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Connectors are for high-purity applications
May 14, 2015 Laboratory Product News An extensive line of Kynar® Connectors (#11390-11404) is available. Made of Kynar (PVDF), a tough engineering thermoplastic with a balance of physical and chemical properties, the connectors can be used in applications requiring the highest purity, strength, and resistance to…
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Titration analyzer system drives productivity gains
May 14, 2015 Laboratory Product News The new single-row Metrohm 855 Titration Analyzer System features an integrated autosampler. Occupying less than two linear feet of bench space, the analyzer drives a productivity gain for those who have a low sample count or are analyzing a high…
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Portable system handles neural and cardiac recording
May 13, 2015 Laboratory Product News Portable ME system is an all-in-one solution for tethered in vivo/ex vivo neural and cardiac recording. Signals are picked up by an electrode array which is connected to a miniature preamplifier. The pre-amplified data then makes its way to the…
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High-throughput assay enables genome-wide protein-DNA analysis
May 5, 2015 Laboratory Product News Application note describes how Chromatrap ChIP-seq assays now enable unbiased, genome-wide understanding of protein-DNA regulatory networks. Genome-wide mapping of protein-DNA interactions is essential for a complete understanding of gene regulation. A detailed map of epigenetic marks and transcription factor binding…
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System detects corrosive contaminants in power plants
May 5, 2015 Laboratory Product News High purity water is used in the water/steam cycle in power generation and maintaining its purity is essential to ensuring that sensitive equipment such as turbines are not damaged by contaminants. The Thornton DCC1000 Degassed Cation Conductivity System for use…
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Thermal imager has a low price point
May 4, 2015 Laboratory Product News With a low price point, the R2050 80 x 80 pixel thermal imager is an entry-level camera. Specifications include IR resolution of 80 x 80 (6,400 pixels); thermal sensitivity of <0.1°C; and temperature range of -20 to 350°C (-4 to…
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Spectrofluorophotometer offers speed, sensitivity, stability
April 28, 2015 Laboratory Product News The high-performance RF-6000 spectrofluorophotometer is designed to deliver high speed, stability and sensitivity. Using intuitive LabSolutions RF software, the instrument handles challenging applications in chemical, environmental, pharmaceutical, foods and life sciences labs. The RF-6000 offers the highest sensitivity and highest…
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Conical tubes now in 15 mL and 50 mL sizes
April 28, 2015 Laboratory Product News With the introduction of the two screw cap tubes 15 mL and 50 mL, Eppendorf Tubes® now cover the entire volume range from 0.5 mL to 50 mL. The newly designed screw caps provide not only optimal sealing properties, but…
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Sample management system handles multiple consumable types
April 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News The SampleStore II SE automated storage system is designed to manage a wide range of consumable types. The manufacturer says laboratories now can efficiently manage small to mid-size sample collections comprised of a range of tubes, vials and plates with…
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Control system automatically shuts down hazardous gas sources
April 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News An economical control system automatically shuts down as many as eight flammable, toxic, corrosive, or high-purity gas sources independently or in unison. Designed for safety or process control in high-purity process, analytical, and research applications, the 585 series emergency shutdown…
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Tablet converts microscope into dynamic imaging station
April 23, 2015 Laboratory Product News With the addition of a tilt-and-swivel C-mount, tablet camera fits directly onto an optical microscope, converting it into a dynamic imaging station that will preview, acquire, store, measure, and communicate microscope images. The result is an economical, easy-to-use imaging solution…
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Sample prep station tests for content uniformity
April 22, 2015 Laboratory Product News Co-developed in a collaboration between Distek, Inc. and Two Square Science, the PrepEngine 10-station Sample Prep Station for Content Uniformity can prepare content uniformity samples up to 90% faster than traditional methods. The station’s compact bench-top design incorporates 10 high-speed…
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