September 2013 Technology News

The latest equipment, instrument, and system introductions to the laboratory market

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Analytical

High Resolution Mass Spectrometer Extrel
MAXCS-50 Series

  • Addresses research applications requiring high sensitivity gas analysis of low molecular weight species
  • Delivers exceptional transmission, resolution and abundance sensitivity characteristics at low masses
  • Available as a fully UHV compatible bolt-on probe or with application matched pressure reduction stages

Henniker Scientific
www.henniker-scientific.com

Viscometer Detector
Viscotek

  • Enhances GPC/SEC analysis for polymer development
  • Viscotek viscometers can be supplied as part of an integrated triple detector Viscotek GPC/SEC system or as an addition to any existing separation system
  • GPC/SEC is a central analytical technique for the analysis of proteins, polymers and macromolecules

Malvern
www.malvern.com

Disposable Folded Capillary Cell
Zetasizer Nano

  • New cell is for use in Zetasizer Nano particle and molecular characterization systems
  • Designed to further enhance the reproducibility of zeta potential measurements
  • Replaces the previous model of folded capillary cell while providing the same ‘plug and play’ convenience for easy application and disposal
  • Intended primarily for measurement of zeta potential, but can also be used for size measurements

Malvern
www.malvern.com

Surface Area and Porosimetry Analyzer
ASAP® 2460

  • Incorporates an expandable system designed for upgradeable high-performance and high sample throughput
  • Can be configured as a two-, four-, or six-station benchtop system depending on the user’s throughput needs
  • All analysis ports can be operated independently and concurrently, allowing the user to load and unload samples at any time, regardless of the preparation or analysis stage

Micromeritics
www.micromeritics.com

Handheld Raman Spectrometer
IDRaman

  • Delivers fast, accurate Raman analyses ranging from chemical and explosive agent detection in the field to quality assurance and quality control sampling routines in the laboratory
  • Features dimensions of 9.1 x 7.1 x 3.8 cm (3.6 x 2.8 x 1.5 in.) and weighs only 330 g (11 oz.)
  • Runs on two easily-replaced AA batteries

Ocean Optics
www.OceanOptics.com

Self Regenerating Suppressor
Dionex™ SRS™ 500

  • Replaces the Thermo Scientific™ Dionex™ SRS™ 300 self regenerating suppressor
  • Minimizes dispersion to deliver higher resolution separations, especially when coupled with Thermo Scientific™ Dionex™ 4 μm-based IC columns
  • Allows for a wide variety of inorganic and organic analyses for ion chromatography applications
  • Features a new hardware design that makes the device more pressure-tolerant

Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermoscientific.com

Compact HPLC Column Heater
EchoTherm™ CO20

  • Temperature range is from room temperature to 90.0°C readable and settable to 0.1°C
  • PID temperature control software regulates temperatures to ±0.1°C
  • Provides temperature accuracy and stability of ±0.1°C with a stable temperature indicator lamp on the front panel that lights when the target temperature is stable to within ±0.2°C
  • Holds columns up to 30 cm long by ¼” or 3/8” diameter

Torrey Pines Scientific
www.torreypinesscientific.com

Online TOC Analyzer
OI Analytical 9210p

  • Provides real time data and visibility of natural organic matter that reacts to form harmful disinfection by-products
  • Obtains data that is comparable and consistent with grab samples analyzed on a laboratory TOC analyzer
  • Allows use of a 5-point calibration making it fully compliant with USEPA-approved methods 415.3 and SM 5310C

Xylem
www.xylemanalytics.com

Lab/Field Colorimeters
YSI pHotoFlex

  • Rugged and waterproof
  • Multi-parameter instrument
  • Offered in two models, one for 35 parameters and the other for 100 parameters and a connection for a pH probe
  • Both models are available in complete kits
  • Two single-parameter colorimeters are also being released: Model 900 for free and total chlorine and the Model 910 for COD

Xylem
www.xylemanalytics.com

Basic Lab

Heating Blocks
DrySyn Maxi and DrySyn Super Maxi

  • For labs tasked with larger scale reactions (2000 - 5000ml)
  • Deliver excellent thermal and magnetic transfer efficiency and the durability suitable for use in many laboratory environments
  • Feature improved heat transfer characteristics up to 300°C, faster heating and cooling, and a smaller footprint than previous versions

Asynt
www.asynt.com

Sliding Friction Jig
TA-SFJ

  • Measures the coefficient of friction (COF) between two materials by sliding them against each other
  • Utilizes the Brookfield CT3 Tester to pull the weight in a horizontal direction so that the sliding friction between the two materials is measured accurately over a distance that is sufficient to verify steady state behavior
  • Used to measure tactile qualities like smoothness, slipperiness or stickiness

Brookfield Engineering
www.brookfieldengineering.com

Microwave Peptide Synthesizers
Liberty Blue™

  • Allows for 4-minute cycle times and a 90% reduction in solvent usage compared to existing methods for making peptides
  • Hardware design and chemistry improvements provide greater speed and flexibility, better peptide purities and yields, and improved reliability
  • Covers a wide scale range from 0.025 to 5 mmol
  • Liberty XL™ mid-scale microwave peptide synthesizer also available

CEM
www.cem.com

Cryogenic Liquid Nitrogen Switchover
CryoWiz™

  • Utilizes a proprietary algorithm, precise pressure and temperature sensors, and dynamic hot-gas bypass to maintain a specified temperature with maximum consumption efficiency
  • Offers both “keep-full” and “on-demand” operation modes that may be customized to the specific cryogenic application
  • Eliminates temperature spikes and low liquid level alarms in freezers

CONCOA
www.concoa.com

Incubating Mixer
ThermoMixer™ C, F1.5 and FP

  • 2DMix-Control technology ensures fast and efficient mixing in just seconds and now offers reliable mixing solutions in 96- and 384 well plates
  • Controlled circular movements achieve thorough mixing of liquids in even the smallest volumes, while the anti-spill technology prevents lid wetting and cross-contamination
  • A wide variety of accessories are available for numerous applications

Eppendorf
www.eppendorfna.com

Automated Drying & Concentration System
ROCKET 4D

  • Automatically dries or concentrates very large volumes (a few to 100 litres) in one operation with no user interaction
  • Uses proprietary vacuum technology to suppress solvent bumping and foaming
  • Comes as standard with a single, 5 litre 316 stainless steel vessel for drying or concentrating product
  • Controls product feed, drying and the discharge of condensed waste solvent

Genevac
www.genevac.com

Durable Lab Storage Solutions
Lista

  • Solutions include base cabinets, wall cabinets and overhead storage built into workstations
  • Offer efficiency and convenience for your lab
  • Meet the size and functionality requirements of a variety of facilities
  • All cabinets can be configured with door and shelf storage, drawer storage, or a combination of both
  • Built-in drawer and cabinet storage for workbenches and workstations also available

Lista International
www.listaintl.com

Hexapod Micro-Positioning System
H-820

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