Turning a sample into a suspension—the essence of homogenizing—occurs in a wide range of laboratory applications. In life science and clinical research, scientists often homogenize tissue samples for various analytical studies.
Top 6 Questions You Should Ask When Buying a Homogenizer
- How does this homogenizer differ from the competition? What makes it superior in quality and cost effective for the scientist?
- What accessories are necessary to run the unit? Are there pre-assembled bead kits to use that will simplify the homogenization process?
- Does the company offer demo units for the scientist to test out?
- Does the company offer application and technical phone support before/after the product purchase?
- Ask about replacements in case the product parts break down with use.
- Finally, ask about cost of the purchase, installation charges, and warranty extension costs.
Homogenizer types used by survey respondents:
| Bead mill | 16% |
| Fluidized bed | 7% |
| Rotor-stator | 57% |
| Ultrasonic | 37% |
| Other | 7% |
Homogenizer applications as reported by survey respondents:
| Homogenization | 70% |
| Cell disruption | 41% |
| Extraction | 41% |
| Emulisification | 23% |
| Mixing | 23% |
| Dissolving | 16% |
| Shredding | 9% |
| Precipitation | 5% |
| Gassing | 2% |
| Process reactions | 2% |
Top 10 Features/Factors Respondents Look for When Purchasing a Homogenizer
| Durability of product | 79% |
| Results within minimum deviation | 71% |
| Low maintenance - easy to use and clean | 67% |
| Value for price paid | 60% |
| Service and support | 58% |
| Safety features | 55% |
| Variable speed controls | 55% |
| Reliability of vendor | 53% |
| Warranty | 51% |
| Reputation of vendor | 44% |
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