September 2009 Technology News

BASIC LAB

Sample Prep Method Kits
SampliQ QuEChERS

Simplify sample preparation for analyzing pesticide residue in fruits, vegetables and processed food products
Use premeasured reagents designed for specific food sample types and screening protocols
Include extraction kits and dispersive solid phase extraction clean-up kits
Available for the original QuEChERS method, European standard method, and a standard recognized by the Association of Analytical Communities

Agilent Technologies
www.agilent .com

Scanning Microplate Reader
Zenyth 200

Offers a built-in UV/Vis spectrophotometer
Designed specifically for Life Science laboratories
Able to handle multiple plate formats from cell culture (6-48 well) to 96/384 well plates
Features advanced optics capable of endpoint, kinetic, multichromatic, spectral scanning and position scanning

Biochrom
www.biochrom-us.com

Fiber Optic Switch/Converter
QuickSwitch® Model 4195

Capable of accessing two separate SC Duplex, Multimode, 100 Base FX ports
Fully compliant with the 802.3u 100 Base TX/FX standard
In A/B Switch Mode users can switch position manually or remotely
In Auto Fallback Mode the unit automatically selects its switch position based on the presence or absence of Send Data

Electro Standards Laboratories
www.ElectroStandards.com

Rotational Rheometer Platform
Kinexus

Built-in adaptive intelligence guides users through set-up, sample loading, measurement and analysis
Enables easy access to the most appropriate information
Allows users to precisely analyze the rheology of materials
Features exclusive ‘plug and play’ cartridges for all environmental controllers

Malvern
www.malvern.com

Filter Robot for Emissions Determination
F-A747

Designed to meet the requirements of the automotive industry
Allows fast and precise determination of particulate matter with an accuracy as small as 0.1μg
Automatically performs all steps without the need to transfer samples
Intelligent software controls the workflow and ensures high throughput

Mettler Toledo
www.mt.com

Digital Radiometer/Photometer
AccuMAX™ Series

Provides accurate readouts for UV irradiance, visible illuminance and luminance light readings
Features specially calibrated readout units for use with a full line of interchangeable sensor detectors
Microprocessor-controlled with software-driven functions
Detectors can be connected directly to the readout unit or by a standard USB cable

Spectronics
www.spectroline.com

Micro-Ultracentrifuges
Sorvall MTX 150 and MX Series

Offer improved versatility in rapid, small volume sample processing
Provide an expanded volume range, accommodating tubes from 0.2mL to 30mL
Cutting-edge drive system provides maintenance-free performance and rotor imbalance protection
Ensure years of reliable and dependable performance

Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermo.com

LIFE SCIENCE

High Sensitivity DNA Kit
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Workflow

Designed for use with the Agilent 2100 Bioanalyzer
Offers solutions for the analysis of DNA, RNA, proteins and cells
Increases the fidelity of sequencing data for double-stranded DNA
Enables users to quantify DNA fragments in the lower single-digit pg/μl concentration range

Agilent Technologies
www.agilent.com

Cell Migration Assay
Oris™

Amendable to high throughput and high content imaging instruments
Offers unobstructed live images of the cells as they migrate
Available with tissue culture treated plates, Collagen I coated plates, Fibronectin coated plates, or Tri-Coated plates
Creates a consistent detection zone to monitor 2-D closure

Amsbio
www.amsbio.com

Plasmid DNA Purification System
Promega Wizard* SV 96

High-throughput method purifies DNA from pelleted bacterial culture samples
Processes up to 96 plasmid samples in 30 minutes or less with consistent results and no detectable cross-contamination
Allows purified plasmid to be used directly for automated fluorescent DNA sequencing, restriction enzyme digestion and other downstream molecular biology processes
Provides rapid isolation of pure plasmid DNA through automation

Hamilton Robotics
www.hamiltonrobotics.com

Universal Weighted Lids
For SBS/ANSI Formatted Microplates

Robotics friendly lids are light tight to protect sensitive assays
Designed for in-process assays and short to medium term storage
Offer cost-effective gaskets as an alternative to heat seals
Reduce the problem of evaporation and offer air/liquid tight well to well seals

Matrical Bioscience
www.matrical.com

Colony Counter and Zone Sizing System
ProtoCOL 2

Dark screens eliminate ambient light effects and improve imaging results
Contains a high resolution camera and red, blue and green LED lighting integrated to a processor and software
Generates high definition, life-like images that enable precise colony counts and accurate zone measurements
Touch screen monitor features on screen commands for quick set up

Synbiosis
www.synbiosis.com

LIMS & SOFTWARE

Electronic Lab Notebook
Kalabie 4.0

Enables users to automatically import data from a wide range of chromatography data systems
Allows users to create templates for entering data into each experiment and reuse data across protocols and experiments
Contains powerful features to facilitate workflow between groups
Designed for multiple disciplines including analytical chemistry, biology, and other research environments

Agilent
www.agilent.com

HRM Analysis Software for CFX96™ and CFX384™
Precision Melt Analysis™

Offers a broad range of applications such as mutation scanning, methylation analysis, and SNP genotyping
Enables users to genotype samples based on the thermal denaturation properties of double-stranded DNA
Allows the user to streamline data analysis using the customizable default analysis settings
Features multiple data view options to manually assign sample genotypes by tailoring the software to the appropriate analysis

Bio-Rad
www.bio-rad.com

Reagent Dispenser Software
FILLit™

Provides increased user functionality
Offers the ability to develop database and transfer dispensing protocols
Features an extensive plate list sorted according to manufacturer
Allows users to easily select the required format and columns to be filled

Thermo Fisher
www.thermofisher.com

PUMPS & VALVES

Disposable Valves
BioValve™

Designed for lightweight and easy manipulation
Profiled to minimize flow path turbulence and single-handed use
Provide an accurate estimate of flow restriction with a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi
Manufactured and packed in ISO Class 7 clean rooms and supplied with full certification

BioPure Technology
www.biopuretech.com

Syringe Pump Modules
OEM

Include Microliter, Millimeter, Programmables and High Pressure models
Offer specially built pumps suited to the user’s research and design needs
Feature superior accuracy and precision, as well as smooth flow
Available customization of flow rate range, construction material, force, syringe size, control mechanism and more

Harvard Apparatus
www.harvardapparatus.com

Syringe Pump
Pico

Offers infusion and withdrawl capabilities with accurate delivery of picoliter, nanoliter, microliter and milliliter flow rates
Designed to hold two syringes from 0.5μl up to 10mL
Combines smoother flow and updated features to create a high performance, affordable pump
Offers flow range from 1.3 picoliters/min up to 0.8788ml/min

KD Scientific
www.kdscientific.com

Solvent Pumps
Extensive selection

Offer a wide range of flow rates and operating pressures to meet demanding application needs
Well suited to both QC and research applications
Ensure high performance, maximum flexibility and functionality
Operate up to 10,000 psi and are available in sizes ranging from 5mL to 5L capacity

Supercritical Fluid Technologies
www.supercriticalfluids.com

Radial Diaphragm Valves
DR Series

Feature enhanced drainability and system compatibility
Available in a wide range of configurations to include multiple valves and ports, and point of use valves
Manufactured from 316L stainless steel with modified PTFE wetted single-piece diapragms
Designed for system pressures up to 150 psig (10.3 bar) and operating temperatures of up to 280°F (137°C)

Swagelok
www.swagelok.com

Liquid Handling Pumps
Cheminert® M6 and M50

Produce a bidirectional pulseless flow with a range of over six orders of magnitude
Eliminate the need for refill cycles and syringe changes
RS-232 and RS-485 communication protocols are incorporated into the microprocessordriven controller
Included software controls flow rates, flow direction and metered volumes, and can integrate a multiposition stream selection valve

Valco Instruments
www.vici.com

SUPPLIES & CONSUMABLES

Bottletop Burette
Titrette®

Provides titration within ASTM and ISO error limits for Class A glass burettes
Features a magnetoresistive measurement system that detects actual piston rod movement
Automatically detects the direction of rotation for seamless transition between filling and dispensing
Eliminates poured transfer by mounting directly on most titrant bottles

BrandTech Scientific
www.brandtech.com

Custom Label Design
Tube Labels

Allows users to easily organize and manage their orders
Drag-and-drop interface allows users to include information from a variety of sources
Features a library of stock designs, or customers can upload their own symbols or pictures
Eliminates errors associated with traditional custom label design by linking directly to IDT’s manufacturing systems

Integrated DNA Technologies
www.idtdna.com

Light Sensitive Sample Storage
Black Tubes

Manufactured using FDA approved carbon-filled polypropylene
Offered in a wide range of working volumes (0.5mL, 0.75mL, 1.1mL, 1.4mL, 7.5mL)
Available for almost any light sensitive sample storage application
Fully compatible with all Micronic storage racks, tube capping systems and tube readers

Micronic
www.micronic.com

Laboratory Glassware
Kimble-Kimax

Features superior resistance to heat and chemical attack
Beakers, flasks and graduated cylinders available in many styles and sizes
All glassware conforms to ASTM Specifications
Provides a durable and reliable material for working with harsh chemicals and solvents

SKS Science Products
www.sks-science.com