October 2009 Technology News

Analytical

Full Wafer Analysis System
Helios 1200™

Accommodates full wafers up to 300 mm
Improves efficiency of semiconductor and data storage failure analysis
Combines SEM image resolution and extremely fast switching between imaging and ion beam milling
Allows users to navigate directly to multiple features of interest

FEI
www.fei.com

ICP-OES and ICP-MS Accessory
Niagara Plus

Halves ICP operating costs
Utilizes flow injection technology to reduce the laboratory’s environmental footprint
Analysis time typically reduced by 50%
Internal standard added automatically
Very low carryover - the sample does not contact any peristaltic pump tubing

Glass Expansion
www.geicp.com

Radio-HPLC Flow-Through Detector
Model 5 Beta-RAM

Active Counting Mode enhances the latest UHPLC methodologies
Simplified heterodyne model monitors and adjusts run conditions in real time
Better signal-to-noise ratios for low-level samples
Re-designed flow cells with reduced dead volume offer faster resolution and sharper peak definition

LabLogic
www.lablogic.com

Gas Analysis System
OmniStar™

Offers precise monitoring of up to 128 gases
20% smaller footprint measures only 12” x 22”
Quadera® software tool and fast Ethernet connectivity for easy network integration
Capable of measuring from ppb to percent concentrations
Suitable for both qualitative and quantitative gas analysis

Pheiffer Vacuum
www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com

Multi-Dimensional GC System
MDGC/GCMS-2010

Expands the capabilities of target compound analyses in complex sample matrices
Two combined capillary columns of different selectivity greatly increases separation power
“Multi-Deans switch” directs flow from the first column directly to a monitor detector or to the second column and detector
Allows the use of any combination of GC and MS detectors
Dual-oven system eliminates the need for cryo-trapping

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments
www.ssi.shimadzu.com

Trinocular Stereo Microscopes
SMZ-745T line

Features the highest zoom magnification in its class at 7.5x zoom
Well-suited for digital imaging in both industrial and biomedical fields
Equipped with a camera port and a built-in 0.55x c-mount adapter
Allows bright and high contrast images to be obtained
A long working distance of 115mm provides room for fabrication and manipulation on the sample

Nikon Instruments
www.nikoninstruments.com

Moisture Analysis in Food
HB43-S Halogen Moisture Analyzer

Monitors vat-to-vat variation during production
Robust enough to cope with the production environment
Provides reproducible results in just 5 to 8 minutes
Built-in ‘plug and play’ applications provide established baseline methodologies for many food analysis functions

METTLER TOLEDO
www.mt.com

Basic Lab

Ductless Fume Hood
PURAIR 5

Exceeds OSHA, ANSI and all relevant international standards
Eliminates installation costs
Can be positioned over a sink or benchtop apparatus
Three models available with a choice of 24”, 36” or 48” widths
Recirculation prevents conditioned and/or heated air being exhausted into the atmosphere

Air Science USA
www.air-science.com

3-IN-1 Microtube Shaker
PHMT Thermoshaker

Functions as three instruments in one: microtube thermoshaker; compact benchtop incubator without shaking; microtube shaker without temperature control
Can accommodate 0.5 mL, 1.5 mL, and 2.0 mL size microtubes
Each unit is supplied with a heating block for a desired microtube size
Can be used either as a operating temperature range of 4 to 45ºC

Grant Instruments
www.grantsci.com

Separation Membrane
DryDisk®

Integrated with the barrel, no assembly required
Simply place the barrel in the manifold, add the sample and run
Removes residual water from smaller volume, non-polar solvent extracts
Replaces conventional sodium sulfate drying
Compatible with 3rd party SPE vacuum manifolds

Horizon Technology
www.horizontechinc.com

Digital Magnetic Stirrers
170/220 mm

Two sizes: 6.25” plate with a 4 liter load capacity; 8.25” plate with a 5 liter load capacity
Supplied with two non-slip silicon plate pads
Wide speed range of 30 to 2,000 rpms
BLDC Motors are controlled with easy-to-use key pad Large, bright VFD readout allows easy monitoring of stirring speed

Jeio Tech
www.jeiotech.com/eng

MEMS-based Microfluidic Viscometer
m VROC

Enclosed system provides high degree of accuracy and reproducibility
Requires sample volume of 50 microliter -- the target for protein and other biological formulations
Improved, optional temperature-control (via an external circulating water bath) provided
Optional purge air supply prevents condensation inside the chamber when operating at low temperatures
Meets the stringent R&D or QC requirements of most applications

RheoSense
www.RheoSense.com

Digital Dry Baths
AccuBlock™

Broad temperature range up to 150ºC
Precise temperature control and fast heating provided by microprocessor and high wattage heater
Stainless steel block chamber ensures even heat transfer to the block
Temperature is quickly and easily set using the arrow keys and large digital display
Interchangeable blocks accommodate a wide variety of tubes, plates and slides

Labnet International
www.labnetlink.com

Recirculating Chillers NESLAB
ThermoFlex

Cooling capacities up to 10,000 watts
Able to operate from 5°C to 90°C with the hightemperature range option
High-performance chiller platform configurable to the most demanding applications
Multi-line LCD controller includes alphanumeric display, temperature alarms, pressure alarms, fluid level readout and DI control and readout

Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermofisher.com

Orbital Mixing Dry Baths
EchoTherm

XT models go from -20ºC to 100ºC; XR models go from -10ºC to 110ºC
Orbital shaking motion adjustable from 100 to 1000 rpm
Both units are digitally controlled, have 30-day count-down timers and built-in data loggers
All models use the same sample blocks for assay plates, centrifuge tubes, vials, test tubes and more

Torrey Pines Scientific
www.torreypinesscientific.com

Two-Gas Mixer for Microscope Incubators
Model 2GF

Generates CO2-air mixtures with adjustable CO2 concentration in the range of 0-15%
Compatible with any microscope stage incubator
Can also be used as a standalone device
Accurate to ±0.1% and supplied with a reusable 0.2 mm pore PTFE membrane filtering device

Warner Instruments
www.warnerinstruments.com

Life Science

Ultracentrifuge Centerpiece
For XL-A and XL instruments

Carbon epon centerpiece is chemically inert and compatible with a variety of proteins and macromolecules
Aluminum epon centerpiece is offered as an alternative for low concentration solutions
Both can be used at speeds up to 60,000 rpm
Both feature a long, two-channel path-length that enables more data points to be collected before samples pellet

Beckman Coulter
www.beckmancoulter.com

Compact Cell Analyzer System
LSRFortessa™

Wide choice of lasers and wavelengths to meet precise assay requirements
Benchtop footprint is approximately 50% smaller than BD™ LSR II cell analyzer
Researchers can choose from 30 positions for detectors, 11 laser wavelengths and multiple power options to detect up to 18 colors simultaneously

BD Biosciences
www.bdbiosciences.com

Integrated Fluidic Circuit
Access Array

Can process 48 samples against 48 amplicons (primer pairs)
Provides 2,304 independent reactions at a time
Only six steps are required to get the results from these thousands of experiments
Minimizes reagent consumption and costs
Operator time is reduced six-fold when compared with conventional methods

Fluidigm
www.fluidigm.com

Cell Analysis System
BioFlux 1000 Workstation

Delivers high throughput and unattended operation with integrated microscopy
Offers an automated stage that enables fast scanning of the BioFlux plates
Enables physiologically relevant shear flow assays in a standard well-plate format
Ensures that only the most promising compounds move forward into animal and clinical trials

Fluxion Biosciences
www.fluxionbio.com

Life Science Spectrophotometers
Vision

Include 16 predefined methodologies
Can accommodate up to 90 custom protocols
Novel Gifford optics for high energy is combined with a Xenon source for long life
Integral cuvette tray is for storage of expensive cells and sample support
Optional integrated printer or wireless Bluetooth connectivity available

Hoefer
www.hoeferinc.com

Laser Microdissection System
LMD6500

Combines high laser power and high repetition rate
Distinguishes between relevant and non-relevant cells and tissues
Laser beam movement is controlled by high precision optics
Microscope stage and the sample are both fixed
Uses a simple method of gravity to gently collect the samples

Leica Microsystems

Laser Scanning Cytometer
Acumen® eX3

Ultra-high throughput system for cell-based screening
Offers enhanced multiplexing capability
Maximizes data content and the rapid generation of robust data sets
Enables the high-throughput analysis of a wide variety of toxicity parameters

TTP LabTech
www.ttplabtech.com

DNA Polymerase
TaqSelect™

Amplifies difficult or long templates up to 10kb
Formulated as a 2X Premix containing a specially formulated stabilizer/enhancer
Provides outstanding performance in genotyping and routine PCR
Contains an optimal concentration of magnesium for excellent PCR results

Lucigen
www.lucigen.com

Electrophoresis System
ORIGINS

Uniform electric field provides full control of all electrophoresis parameters
1bp resolution can be achieved in an 8cm format
Unique gel matrix allows for direct recovery of samples
Bands can be excised and used directly for cloning, sequencing and re-amplification
Eliminates need for gel purification columns and kits

MIDSCI
www.midsci.com

Synaptogenesis HCS Reagent Kit
Cellomics

Enables simultaneous detection of neuronal population, neurite, pre-synaptic vesicle, post-synaptic puncta and synapse
Uses a fixed end-point assay based on immunofluorescence detection in cells grown on high-density microplates
Enables drug discovery and systems biology researchers to uniquely measure synaptic function
Validated in cellular imaging assays for reliable and reproducible results

Thermo Scientific
www.thermo.com/hcs

Micropipette Injector
PLI-10

Provides reliable large volume (10-100 picoliter) micropipette injections
Features a high quality multi-turn regulator
Delivers precise control of pressure to the pipette
Ideal for applications such as extracellular sample delivery and Xenopus oocyte injections

Warner Instruments
www.warnerinstruments.com

Lims & Software

ELN Software Enhancement
iLabber

Gives users access to chemistry drawing, chemical structure and reaction searching, stoichiometric calculations and iLabber’s reagent and reactant databases
Offers chemistry searching capabilities powered by ChemAxon’s JChem Cartridge
Provides access to ChemAxon’s MarvinSketch
Operation, maintenance and data storage is securely managed by Contur Software

Contur Software
www.contur.com

Revised Automation Platform
CyBio® Scheduler

Simplifies the compilation of complex workflows
Enables a clear arrangement with microplate-orientated workflow display
Reduces the impact of temperature variations, crystallization, and precipitation effects while the assays are executed
Includes data management that monitors all essential data for the implementation

CyBio AG
www.cybio.ag.com

Algorithm for Nitrogen Composition
Linear Regression Plus

Enables unmatched accuracy in the determination of the nitrogen content of combustible samples
Reduces the time taken to accurately determine nitrogen composition in samples
Offers improved operational accuracy and precision across the entire analytical range
Reduces human errors through incorporation of extensive automation, comprehensive customer help and diagnostic facilities

Exeter Analytical
www.eai1.com

Density and Refractometry Software
LabX direct

Supports the download of the entire results data memory of Refracto and Densito portable meters
Provides users with easy result and calibration data transfer to a PC
Installation is simple and fast, and operation is intuitive
Offers a choice of parameters to transfer

METTLER TOLEDO
www.mt.com

Modular Optical Sensing Platform Enhancements
Jaz-IRRAD and Jaz Scripting Language

Offer increased usability and flexibility
Allow customization for a range of applications in field, lab or process environments
Jaz-IRRAD allows users to measure calibrated absolute irradiance without need for an external computer
Jaz Scripting Language enables non-programmers to build measurement sequences into a self-contained application

Ocean Optics
www.OceanOptics.com