May 2009 Technology News

cGMP Cell Cryopreservation Media
CryoSolve

Contains: DMSO USP/EP 55% w/v; Dextran-40 USP/EP 5% w/v; WFI, with a 10% final DMSO concentration
Serum-free / animal-free, packaged in single-use syringes
Luer-lock tips eliminate sharps and avoid cross contamination
7.0ml ready-to-use media
Sold in kits of 25 syringes per kit

Akron Biotechnology
www.akronbiotech.com

High Resolution Raman Spectrometer System
innoRam™

Features an integrated touch-screen computer with research grade performance
Combines high throughput optical design and deep TE-cooled CCD
Delivers high sensitivity, superior dynamic range, and spectral resolution of 2 cm-1
Features patented CleanLaze™ laser and Raman probe with near-excitation cut-on at 65 cm-1

B&W Tek, Inc.
www.bwtek.com

Pharmaceutical Analysis System
PA 800 plus

Characterization platform integrates quantitative, qualitative and automated solutions
For analysis of protein purity, charge isoform distribution and glycan structure
Facilitates quantitation in SDS-gel analysis, isoelectric focusing and glycan characterization of monoclonal antibodies
Increases operational efficiency for biotherapeutic characterization in development and QC.
Guides users from set-up through operation in routine applications

Beckman Coulter
www.beckmancoulter.com

Ice-Free Cooling and Freezing of Biomedical Samples
CoolBox

Works with rechargeable cooling or freezing gel modules, dry ice, ice, and liquid nitrogen
Benchtop cooling and freezing for up to 10 hours with one gel module
Unlimited cooling by module switching
Provides portable snap-freezing at the bench without alcohol slurry

BioCision LLC
www.biocision.com

Medium Hybridization Oven
Little SHOT III™

Provides rapid heat-up, excellent temperature stability, and efficient mixing
Suited for all types of hybridization and incubation applications
PID controller enables heat-up from ambient to 65°C in 20 minutes with a stability of + 0.5°C
Forced air convection maintains excellent uniformity throughout the heating chamber

Boekel Scientific
www.boekelsci.com

Microplates
Eppendorf Polypropylene Microplates 96 and 384

High level of transparency
OptiTrack® high-contrast alphanumeric labeling matrix
RecoverMax® well geometry for maximum sample recovery
Available in high contrast white or black for improved S/N ratio for fluorescence and luminescence readings
Available in LoBind DNA and LoBind Protein

Eppendorf North America
www.eppendorfna.com

Laser Particle Sizer
ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus

Compact size
Extra wide measuring range of 0.08 – 2000 μm
Dual-laser-technology
Variable suspension volume
Practical modular and fast-switch systems
Variable measuring range with up to 108 measuring channels

FRITSCH
www.fritsch.de

Pipetting Pressure Data Software Tool
TADM Lab Analyzer™

For MICROLAB® STAR and STARlet liquid handling workstations
Supports sample chain of custody procedures
Displays TADM data in graphical, easy-to-interpret formats
Retrieves and visualizes precise, real-time pressure monitoring data
Enables user to quickly confirm accurate aspiration and dispense for each sample plate well

Hamilton Robotics
www.hamiltonrobotics.com

Pharmaceutical Impact Mills
UMP – Universal Mikro® Pulverizers

Three model sizes handle capacities for a few kg/hr to several hundred kg/hr
Configurations include closed loop inert processing, 150 psi high pressure systems and high containment options
All fabricated construction including hinged access door for cleaning or changing rotor configurations
Multiple feeding and collection options available

Hosokawa Micron Powder Systems
www.hmicronpowder.com

Electrophoresis Systems
Enduro™

Available in a range of sizes from a compact mini gel system to a maxi system
Can accommodate as many as 450 samples
Rubber casting gates fit easily onto the gel trays for tape-free gel casting
Gel trays are supplied with a well visualization guide
Domed lid and drip ring prevent condensation from falling onto the gel
Additional gel trays and a wide range combs are available

Labnet International
www.labnetlink.com

Chemical Imaging Data Analysis Software
64-bit edition ISys

Designed for visualizing and analyzing multi-dimensional data – specifically for chemical imaging and mapping
Supports the import of MIR, NIR and Raman imaging and mapping data files from a variety of vendors
Includes all the tools needed to intuitively understand chemical imaging data in spectral (chemical) and spatial (image) dimensions simultaneously
Thirty-day trial versions of both the new 64-bit edition and established 32-bit editions can be downloaded free

Malvern Instruments
www.malvern.com

Guide Tube for Spinner Flask
MatriMix™

Disposable one-liter flask molded from virgin polycarbonate
Central magnetic stir paddle maximizes nutrient flow and minimizes dead volume
Tear-drop shape breaks up laminar flow and allows for uninterrupted aspiration
Eliminates the multiple wash steps between culture transfers
Offers media capacity of 75uL – 1000mL (2.5 – 32oz)

MatriCal Bioscience
www.matrical.com

Plastics-Specific Moisture Analyzer
HR83

Comes preloaded with plastics applications
Quickly determines moisture content on the production line, during manufacturing and drying processes
Easy to operate, even while wearing gloves
Measurement does not require the use of chemicals
Measurement can be carried out by untrained workers
Provides a reproducible and straightforward ‘pass/fail’ analysis

METTLER TOLEDO
www.mt.com

Gas Analysis System for Thermal Analysis
ThermoStar™ GSD320

For bench top thermal analysis-mass spectrometry (TA-MS)
20% smaller footprint
Allows rapid tracking of transient events
Quader software tool and fast Ethernet connectivity offer easy network integration
Provides continuous analysis of evolving gasses with superior detection limits

Pfeiffer Vacuum
www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com

Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) Cartridges
Strata® Melamine

Specially designed for food testing
Simultaneously extracts both melamine and cyanuric acid
Cuts sample time in half compared to all other methods
Optimized method produces injection-ready samples for LC/MS or GC/MS analysis
Available in 200 mg/3mL and 100 mg/3mL SPE cartridges

Phenomenex
www.phenomenex.com

Protein Precipitation Cartridge
1ml p3 Cartridge

Combines operational benefits of proprietary p3 technology with cartridge-based separation methodology
Eliminates the wetting-out and leaking of sample associated with traditional protein precipitation products before the application of vacuum
Novel treated frit matrix maintains high flow rates enabling quick sample preparation times
Cost effective and convenient alternative to protein precipitation microplates

Porvair Sciences
www.porvair-sciences.com

Lab Reactor
Lara Lite™

Manually-controlled lab reactor (CLR) eliminates the need for multiple reaction set-ups
Includes a dedicated speed control box with LCD display
Provides electronic control from 70 to 1000 rpm with additional torque display
Features an RS232 interface for optional PC speed control and logging using any generic control software

Radleys
www.lara-clr.co.uk

IP-65 Rated Balances
TS Series

Polished stainless-steel finish
Withstands harsh atmospheres, wash downs, dust, mist, and chemical splashes
Water and dustproof, but allows for easy cleaning
Mono-Metal Tuning Fork Sensor (MMTS) eliminates warm-up time needed by conventional balances
Available in 620g and 6200g capacities

Rice Lake Weighing Systems
www.ricelake.com/balances

Electronic Lab Notebook
Symyx Notebook 6.2

Supports synthetic and medicinal chemistry investigations
Adds chemical representation, chemical reaction, and compound registration functionality
Enables access to current chemical sourcing, molecular property, synthetic methodology, bioactivity, and toxicology information
Captures all the data associated with a reaction

Symyx Technologies
www.symyx.com

Ultra-Low Temperature Upright Freezers
HERAfreeze HD

Thin-wall insulation (HD) technology maximizes interior storage capacity
Available in 702 and 889 liter models
Excellent energy efficiency, temperature stability and fast recovery times
Fully-programmable microprocessor control system
Real-time visibility and precise temperature setpoints

Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermofisher.com