June 2009 Technology News
The latest equipment, instrument and system introductions to the laboratory market.
Torsion Testing Machines
eXpert 81T
- Table top units feature capacities to 200 Nm (1,800 lb-in)
- Length of test bed, servo motor and gearing accommodates varying requirements
- Reaction torque transducer is attached to a movable tail stock mounted on a linear slide
- The tail stock can be left free floating or clamped during testing
ADMET
www.admet.com
Flexible Liquid Chromatography System
1290 Infinity LC
Enhanced performance in Ultra High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC)
- Enables users to deploy any particle type, any column dimensions or any mobile and stationary phases
- Provides the highest separation power per time for subtwo- micron and other advanced particle columns
- Delivers the foundations for method transferability from and to any vendor’s UHPLC and HPLC systems
Agilent Technologies
www.agilent.com
Adjustable Shelving
QUADADJUST™
- Reconfigure shelves without tools and without disassembling the entire unit
- Four horizontal truss wires provide maximum load-bearing weight per shelf
- Pincer-type design, with reinforcing mat wire between the two top truss wires, distributes shelf load weight evenly
- Offered in most popular sizes and finishes
Eagle
www.eaglegrp.com
PCR system
Mastercycler® pro
Reduces evaporation to improve PCR results
- Evaporation of water from the mastermix will change the specificity and efficiency of any PCR
- vapo.protect technology found in the lid features a fluid-filled Teflon coated membrane
- In contrast to traditional solid plates, this new lid envelopes the samples to guarantee a snug fit which in turn reduces evaporation
Eppendorf North America
www.eppendorf.com/pcr
Algorithm Improves Nitrogen Determination
Linear Regression Plus
- Software algorithm improves data quality and reduces time taken to accurately determine nitrogen composition in samples
- For use with the Model 440 Elemental Analyser
- Enables accuracy in the determination of the nitrogen content of combustible samples
- Available as standard on all new Model 440 Elemental Analyser
- Available as a free-of-charge upgrade to existing users of Model 440 Windows-based software
Exeter Analytical
www.exeteranalytical.co.uk
Microscopic Cell Culture Dish for Live Cell Analysis
CELLview
- Combines the convenience of a standard plastic cell culture dish with the high optical quality of a glass bottom
- Embedded glass bottom enables detailed, non-invasive imaging of in-vitro cultivated cells
- Autofluorescence-free glass bottom ensures maximum spectral transmission and prevents depolarisation of light
- Available with a variety of surfaces, including the Advanced TC surface, which significantly improves cellular attachment
Greiner Bio-One GmbH
www.greinerbioone.com
Active Sample Management System
asmServerST
Integrates proprietary SealTite™ technology for automatic microplate lidding and unlidding
- Ideal for high-throughput screening labs in drug discovery research
- Provides a complete, integrated solution for compound management and storage at temperatures from ambient to -20°C
- Delivers secure, high-capacity storage and tracking of compounds in microplate format
- Maintains sample integrity
Hamilton Storage Technologies
www.hamilton-storage.com
Sample Preparation Technology
Oasis® HLB Disks
- For EPA Method 8270 and 1694 analysis for surface and drinking water contaminants
- Water-wettable, single-use disks handle larger and dirtier samples
- Enhance the retention of polar compounds
- Work with compounds and extraction solvents for samples with a pH range of 1 - 14
- Built on the Horizon Technology® Atlantic® Disk platform
Horizon Technology
www.horizontechinc.com
GC-TOF Mass Spectrometer
AccuTOF-GCv
- Features the highest sensitivity of any GC time-of-flight mass spectrometer commercially available
- Delivers exact mass measurements for both qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Software features include automatic ion source tuning, automatic drift calibration, automatic data file conversion and export
- Tuning Assistant function optimizes ion source parameters for peak ion intensity and resolution
- Optional EI/FI/FD combination ion source eliminates the need to exchange ion sources to switch between electron impact and field ionization or field desorption ionization
JEOL USA
www.jeolusa.com
Low Cost Mercury Analyzer
AQUACOUNTER® HG-400
- Provides greater accuracy and sensitivity through an improved optical flow path optimization
- Equipped with a large color touch panel screen for ease-of-use
- Comes with a built-in printer and an expandability to communicate with a flexible sample changer
- Four different sizes of sample solutions—5, 20, 100, and 250mL—can be accommodated by adding a few optional components to the instrument
- Lower detection limit 0.5 ppt (sample vol 5 mL); 5ppt (sample vols 20, 100, 250 mL)
JM Science
www.jmscience.com
Laboratory Chillers
FL Series
20 different models with numerous features
- Air- or water-cooled options offer a solution for any cooling application
- Capacities up to 1.7 kW
- Can be placed under or on top of the lab bench
- More powerful models with up to 11 kW of cooling capacity are designed with small footprints
- Working temperature range covers –20°C to +40°C
- PID controller enables a temperature stability of ±0.5°C
JULABO
www.julabo.com
Battery Operated Syringe Pump
EZFlow 2010
- Meets the CE 0197 directive and is EC 93/42 EEC Annex II, Article 3
- Can be used for infusions from 0.1 to 300 ml/hr with 2.5% accuracy
- Visible from many angles and will continuously show the flow rate in ml/hr
- The display can also be toggled to show the total volume delivered in ml.
- Can be battery operated and AC powered
- Works with a wide range of syringes 20/30 ml 50/60 ml and 100 ml syringes
KD Scientific
www.kdscientific.com
Combined Liquid Standard Reference Materials
Density and Refractive Index
- Four standard substances are certified for both density value and refractive index
- Can be used to certify or verify density and refractive index instruments or combined measurement systems
- Process covers the standard measuring range of both density and refractive index measurements
- Is certified at three different temperatures to suit the different applicable needs of a wide range of industries
- A barcode containing all relevant required information accompanies each certificate
METTLER TOLEDO
www.mt.com
Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet
CellGard ES
- Employs DC ECM (Electronically Commutated Motor) technology based on a brushless DC (Direct Current) permanent magnet design
- When properly engineered, the DC ECM motor improves performance and offers greater efficiencies than the previously used motors
- Runs virtually silent with minimal vibration while splitting operating costs in half
- Standard oversized HEPA filters and energy saver technology increase filter life an average of 10 to 12 years
- TouchLink Control System features multiple laboratory timers including a customizable schedule to turn on and off your cabinet
NuAire
www.nuaire.com
Atomic Absorption Spectrometer
AAnalyst™ 50
- Designed for QA/QC analysis
- Double-beam technology saves time when analyzing numerous samples
- Allows shorter warm up times and improved signal stability
- Requires fewer operator adjustments than single-beam system
- Safety interlocks system contributes to the safe operation
PerkinElmer
www.perkinelmer.com/aanalyst50
Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer Series
AA-7000
Incorporates recently developed 3-D optics for enhanced flame and furnace analysis
- 3-D optical system is capable of producing maximum performance for both flame detection (Pb 0.015 ppm) and furnace detection (Pb 0.00005 ppm)
- High-throughput, single-beam photometric system is automatically set for furnace measurements
- Has the smallest footprint of any flame or furnace AA spectrophotometer on the market
- Combines flame and furnace system mounts in the same compartment
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments
www.ssi.shimadzu.com
Digital Mass Flow Meters and Controllers
Smart-Trak® 2
- True linear performance provides high accuracy and great flexibility in multiple gases
- With Dial-A-Gas® Technology, users select from up to ten pre-programmed gases or substitute their own
- The ability to adjust calibration in the field for each of these 10 gases independently
- Unique Pilot Module (mounted or hand-held) lets users view and change critical control functions in the field
- Proprietary frictionless-hovering direct-acting control valve technology
- MODBUS RTU networking capability with Sierra Compod™
Sierra Instruments
www.sierrainstruments.com
Biopharm Fittings
TS Series
Virtually eliminate fluid holdup at connection points
- Maintain a boreline seal, coupled with a metal-to-metal stop to improve drainability and cleanability
- Resolves problems such as gasket extrusion, both during make-up and at elevated temperatures
- Metal-to-metal stop controls gasket compression and prevents overtightening while minimizing ferrule movement
- Available with a 316L stainless steel ferrule and a choice of three gasket materials; PTFE, EPDM, and Fluorocarbon FKM
Swagelok
www.swagelok.com
Scientific Informatics Software for Desktop Use
Symyx Isentris®
Designed for small to mid-size R&D organizations and for individuals
- Brings advanced scientific information management, exploration, and sharing capabilities without requiring an enterprise deployment
- Surpasses ISIS in meeting scientists’ needs for storing, searching, viewing, and sharing personal experimental results
- Includes Symyx Isentris, Symyx Draw and Isentris for Excel
Symyx Technologies
www.symyx.com
Real Time, in situ IR Spectroscopy System
Atlas FT-IR
For in situ reaction monitoring
- Combines the technology of the Atlas automated reactor with Bruker Optics’ Matrix-MF
- Available in a wide range of vessel sizes, from 50 ml to 5 L
- Can be used to examine product yields, impurities, reaction kinetics, and end points
- Can provide further functionality such as reaction calorimetry, pH control, gravimetric or volumetric reagent addition and crystallization control
Syrris
www.syrris.com
Variable Speed Peristaltic Pump
FH100
Designed for life science applications
- Integrated three-roller pump head allows for fast tubing changes, simple setup and operation
- Features digital control with a simple keypad user interface and three-digit LED pump speed display in 1 RPM increments
- Provides single-channel variable flow from 0.1 ml/min to 3000 ml/ min at a variable speed range of 4-400 rpm
- Motor provides better than 1 percent speed control accuracy and repeatability
Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermofisher.com
Safety Glasses for Women
Pro-Lady
- Available in 2 sizes; fits smaller faces
- One piece, wrap-around lens with a wide black temple design
- Conform to ANSI 287.1 standards and specifications for high impact protection
- Shatterproof one-piece, polycarbonate lens with UVA/UVB protection and scratch resistant coating
Vision USA
www.visionusasupplies.com