Laboratory Equipment articles from April 2004

Laboratory Equipment archives from April 2004

Hypoxic Glove Box.
April 1, 2004... The Hypoxic Glove Box allows researchers bare-handed access to an oxygen (0-100%) controlled environment, with temperature, humidity, and C[O.sub.2] (0-20%) control. Four standard-size glove boxes and a modular design allow users to efficiently...

Trace moisture analyzer for hydride gases.
April 1, 2004... The MTO-LP-H2O trace moisture analyzer measures hydrides gases such as ammonia (NH3) phosphine (PH3) and arsine (AsH3) gases. Based on Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CHDS) technology, the device offers moisture detection in milliseconds. Since...

Benchtop circulators feature detachable control panel.
April 1, 2004... The Lauda Proline benchtop heating/cooling circulators offer temperature control from -90 to 300 C. Command models feature an exclusive detachable control panel for effective control of functiOnS from up to 150 feet away from the bath....

Lab automation--faster, simpler, more efficient.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... The April issue of Laboratory Equipment focuses on developments in Lab Automation and Robotics. Turn to pages 22 and 23 to learn about new liquid handling workstations, an expandable protein crystal imaging and analysis system, a peristaltic...

Atomic absorption spectrometers.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... The Z-2000 Series of atomic absorption spectrometers consists of the Z-2300 flame spectrometer, the Z-2700 furnace spectrometer, and the Z-2000 tandem spectrometer (both flame and furnace atomizers combined). Both flame and furnace atomizers...

Green pump laser for Ti:sapphire amplifiers.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... The Empower diode-pumped Nd:YLF laser, with high-power green (527 nm) output, is ideal for pumping Ti:sapphire amplifiers such as the proprietary Spitfire series. The Empower is a Q-switched laser delivering up to >30 watts at adjustable pulse...

Loop-Powered Ultrasonic Level Sensor.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... The LPU-2127 Loop Powered Ultrasonic Level Sensor, designed for tank/bin continuous level measurement and environmental monitoring, features a versatile, low-maintenance, and non-contact operation, making it ideal for a variety of applications...

Chemiluminescence image analyzer.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... ChemiGenius[Q] is a high-resolution, multi-functional image analyzer that offers resolving power to automatically and accurately separate close band and spot images. Inside its own compact light-tight darkroom, the system has 12-bit,...

Peristaltic pump with stepper motor.(Editor's Choice)
April 1, 2004... Designed for short-time operation, the SR10/30 peristaltic pump offers a wide control range and smooth operation, particularly at low speeds. It is a fundamental component of many analytical devices, and the company has designed a version...

Biochemist Henry Nowicki pushes the carbon envelope: new methods and equipment for materials analysis.(Great Laboratory Managers)
April 1, 2004... Taken on their own, coal, wood, and coconut shells may seem as incompatible as apples and oranges. But for biochemist Henry Nowicki, they can all be broken down into a common material, activated carbon, and used in scrubbers to pluck pollutants...

Application weighing terminal with human machine interface.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The ID30 weighing terminal combines new technology with PC software, creating a solution for the most demanding weigh applications. It features a flat screen Human Machine Interface (HMI) with a separate computer module. Ergonomic needs are met...

Microbiological incubators.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The BF series incubator features a rotational speed regulable fan. For the incubation of large amounts of bacterial cultures, the advantage of forced circulating air principle is that all culture bowls or containers can be homogeneously and...

Sapphire and ruby tips offer abrasion resistance.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Sapphire and ruby tips are in wide demand for analytical instruments, dispensing equipment, abrasive spray, and micro metering applications. These micro orifices, available in ranges from 10 microns and up, are nozzles and orifices for...

Variable-pressure scanning electron microscope.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The family of SUPRA ultra-high-resolution, field-emission scanning electron microscopes has expanded to include the SUPRA 60VP. This system is the variable pressure version of the SUPRA 60. With its large cylindrical chamber, refined six-axis,...

Segmented Flow Analyzer requires minimal space.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Astoria 2 is a compact, efficient micro-Segmented Flow Analyzer that runs two separate chemistries simultaneously at a throughput of 60 to 240 tests per hour. The two integrated digital detectors allow less than 1-ppb detection. Proven...

Fiber optic illuminator provides intense light source.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Alpha 1501 fiber optic illuminator produces 150 watts of cold illumination while special heat-blocking guards keep the unit safe and cool to the touch. Variable intensity controls achieve precise lighting requirements in any environment....

Fluidic module available in customer-specific configurations.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The nanoDispense System is an integrated fluidic module ideal for nanoliter liquid dispensing applications. Available in standard or customer-specific configurations, the pro-plumbed nanoDispense system incorporates high-speed dispensing valves...

C[O.sub.2] incubator features extra-large capacity.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The SHEL LAB Model 2428 features 28-cubic feet or incubation space, automated temperature control, and an infrared sensor for instant C[O.sub.2] regulation. It maintains constant temperature from 5 to 60 C and C[O.sub.2] levels up to 20%. Its...

Plug, play, and calibrate system.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... This plug, play, and calibrate system is compliant to IEEE 1451.4 standard for connectivity of sensors and associated signal conditioning. The transducer electronic data sheet, containing sensor specifications, calibration data, and...

Materials testing can be standard or custom.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The company offers specialized materials testing capabilities for material erosion due to cavitation and liquid impact, and for properties of materials undergoing rapid loading. They conduct standard and customized tests for cavitation and...

Multi-analyte photometer minimizes chemical contact.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Lightweight and field portable, the V-2000 Multi-Analyte Photometer features preprogrammed methods to measure 13-mm, 16-mm, or 1-inch ceils in either concentration, transmittance, or absorbance modes. With RS232 output, the V-2000 logs 100 data...

Micro seal kits make equipment assembly quicker.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... A micro seal production technique replaces individual seals with a web of seals linked by an ultra-thin membrane. The seals are available in a full range of FDA-, USP Class VI-, and FCN-compliant elastomers for use in laboratory and...

Radiation detection reliable for environmental and research fields.(Detectors)
April 1, 2004... The Radiation Alert product line features handheld analog and digital ionizing radiation detection instruments and multi-channel analyzers for surface and air contamination. They have proven to be reliable in the environmental, laboratory,...

Array offers analytical capabilities for toxic chemical detection.(Detectors)
April 1, 2004... The Gas Detector Array comprises different detection principles such as ion mobility, photo ionization, and chemical sensors. By broadening the sensitivity for different types of volatiles, the instrument offers analytical capabilities for the...

Three- and Four-Wire Self-Calibration Transmitters.(Detectors)
April 1, 2004... The RS485/4-20 mA smarter Three- and Four-Wire Transmitter, TA 2100, uses chemically selective Toxic, LEL, and [O.sub.2] patented sensors for gas detection and features self-calibration that adjusts span monthly based on life curve. Additional...

Photomultiplier tube delivers high-anode sensitivity.(Detectors)
April 1, 2004... The R7639 photomultiplier tube (PMT) features high Quantum Efficiency (QE) and high sensitivity. Delivering extremely accurate low-light detection capability, the R7639 is designed for high-end emission spectroscopy and VUV spectrophotometry...

VisGaAs detector in Alpha NIR system.(Detectors)
April 1, 2004... The proprietary VisGaAs sensor is now available in the high-performance Alpha NIR camera, enabling simultaneous imaging in both the visible and near-infrared spectrum with a real-time, 12-bit all-digital camera. The standard Alpha NIR camera...

Presses feature automatic cooling.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Two "Auto-Four" benchtop hydraulic compression presses, 15 or 30 tons clamp force, meet the requirements for molding test plaques in Class 5 polyethylene materials. Auto-Four presses have electrically heated 12" x 12" platens that are designed...

Heated Air Foam Bath reaches test temperature quickly.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Lawler four test position Heated Air Foam Bath measures the foaming tendencies of lubricating oils for temperatures of 20 to 160 C. The use of heated air for heating test samples improves the overall safety by eliminating the use of the...

Modulation and spectral measurements toolkits.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Modulation Toolkit 2.0 gives engineers LabVIEW functions for rapid development of custom measurement applications that generate, process, and analyze common analog and digital modulation formats such as FSK, PSK, QAM, and MSK. The Spectral...

Water and oil baths distribute heat evenly.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The quality of Memmert's water and oil baths make them suitable for a lab water bath. The positioning of large-area heating on three sides within the working chamber ensures effective heat distribution throughout the medium, and its stainless...

Software demonstration for proprietary alignment system.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The company has released new software that demonstrates the flexibility and adaptability of their new APT alignment system. The APT system provides USB connectivity, client/server-based software, and an intuitive graphical user interface...

Capillary Electrophoresis Systems.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Capillary Electro-phoresis Systems of the Capel series are high-performance CE instruments. Models 103 and 104 operate at a 254-nm wavelength, while Capel-105 is equipped with a UV monochromator, covering the 190- to 380-nm spectral range....

Stereo microscopes feature improved optics.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The SZ51 and SZ61 stereo microscopes feature a thin LED light source that provides balanced, transmitted, and reflected light illumination while allowing better access to the specimen area. Designed for routine stereo applications, the two...

Biopharmaceutical tubing reduces particle entrapment.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... SaniPure-60 clear flexible tubing with high biocompatibility is heat sealable, bondable, weldable, and moldable for custom assembly fabrications. SaniPure-60 has an ultra-smooth inner bore that reduces potential particle entrapment and...

Stainless steel compartment sinks.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Spec-Master FN Series multi-compartment sinks offer optimum sanitation and efficiency in the industrial workplace or in lab settings. Available in 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-compartment models, these sinks feature 14-gauge, type 304 stainless steel...

Liquid flow transmitter and switch.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The FSW-9000 Series is a flow switch monitor that measures the velocity of the flow, and is ideal for use in liquid measurement and control applications. The FSW-9000 Series provides two output options: a 4-20 mA analog output and a PNP/NPN...

Humidity/Temperature Stopwatch displays heat index.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Model HW30 Humidity/Thermometer Stopwatch, in addition to measuring temperature and relative humidity, also calculates and displays heat index. It provides stopwatch timing to 1/100th of a second. Features include fastest/slowest/average...

LED Ring Light creates shadow-free illumination.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The LED Ring Light is the latest addition to the proprietary line of stereoscope illuminators. Long thumb screws and mounting rings ranging from 35 to 59 mm make this light mountable on nearly any model of stereoscope. The LED Ring Light...

Protein crystal imaging and analysis system.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... Designed to fit on a lab bench as well as into any budget, the RoboMicroScope I is a fully modular and expandable protein crystal imaging and analysis system. With its fist of options, the RoboMicroScope I configures to meet a range of budget...

Store-to-plate processing system.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... comPILER automated store-to-plate processing system handles over 10,000 microtubes per day without operator intervention. It is the complimentary sister product to the scaleable microtube system, comPOUND, which delivers "cherry-picked" samples...

Liquid handling workstation integrates with readers.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The 96 CORE head has been introduced for the MICROLAB STAR liquid handling workstation. The STAR delivers maximum throughput and flexibility for sample preparation or assay automation by combining the 96 CORE head with up to 12 fully...

Peristaltic filling systems.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The latest design in peristaltic pumps offered by the company provides a complete range of filling systems to achieve a total solution for high-accuracy filling and efficient clean-up validation. The Multi Filling System elevates peristaltic...

Cell Selection and Transfer System.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The Quixell Cell Selection and Transfer System uses automated micromanipulation to pick up and transfer one cell at a time and deposit them into isolated growth chambers. It speeds up subcloning times a hundred-fold compared to serial dilution...

Robotic liquid handling system.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... This robotic liquid handling system uses air displacement technology for accurate liquid transfers, it features a robotic hand, one to four tips per arm, up to two arms, liquid level detection with standard disposable tips, and an internal...

Robotic fluid dispensing provides fluid measurement.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The Model 2-4 system is light enough to mount on laboratory or manufacturing robots, can be controlled via RS485 communication (PC, PLC control), and is also LabVIEW-compatible. Proprietary Travcyl pumps are internally-sealed...

Flow analyzer compatible with existing micro-flow methods.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The QuAAtro high-performance continuous-flow analyzer uses micro-flow hydraulics with an internal diameter of 1 mm, combined with a new computer-controlled air injection system to deliver analysis rates of up to 120 samples per hour with low...

Motorized stage with colony counting system.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The proprietary motorized stage, used with the company's ProtoCOL automated colony counting and inhibition zone measurement system, saves time by enabling users to automatically read bioassay plates. GLP-compliant ProtoCOL consists of a color...

Liquid handling workstation transfers pipetting sequences and protocols.(Lab Automation/Robotics)
April 1, 2004... The epMotion 5070 liquid handling workstation enables rapid and reproducible liquid handling through automated pipetting, dispensing, and dispensing variants. Pipetting sequences and protocols previously carried out manually can be transferred...

Compact refractometer transfers results to PC or printer.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Refracto 30PX is a compact, easy to use refractometer for precise measurements in laboratory and production environments. The meter can store and transfer results to a PC or printer, providing a simple way to quickly determine product...

Frame grabber for high-speed analog cameras.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The MVS-8501 frame grabber is for high-speed analog cameras that use the latest progressive scan CCD sensor technology. It provides high-speed acquisition capability in cost-effective single-channel architecture that supports up to four...

Synthesis and bioreaction pilot plant electrode.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Metrohm Syntrode combination pH electrode is designed for applications in the synthesis laboratory and pilot plant. It measures pH values in chemically demanding samples with a long-term thermal behavior that meets the exacting requirements...

Hot Isostatic Press Production Unit.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Hot Isostatic Press Production Unit (HIP) uniformly applies accurate pressure at elevated temperatures to all surfaces, and is ideal for the castings, ceramics, plastics, automotive, and aerospace industries. The unit densities parts to...

Math Interface Toolkit delivers measurement analysis.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Engineers and scientists, using the LabVIEW Math Interface Toolkit, can effectively integrate the advanced user interfaces, virtual instrument (VI) functionality, and measurement hardware connectivity of the LabVIEW 7 Express graphical...

Titan gas analyzers achieve low-ppb detection levels.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Titan industrial FTIR systems provide real-time, multi-component extractive gas phase analysis for applications including industrial hygiene, CEM, process optimization/control, specialty gas QC, and research. The rugged industrial spectrometer...

Laboratory Freezer features air-cooled condenser.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Model C85-12 Laboratory Freezer is used for medical research, biological storage, tissue preservation, plasma, blood cells, microbiology, etc. The cabinet is all-steel construction with a counter balanced lid. An indicating temperature control...

Non-refrigerated heat exchange products.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Tempryte HRE non-refrigerated heat exchanger product line has cooling capacities from 1 to 100 kw while incorporating a unique O-ring sealing system to assure leak-free operation. These efficient heat exchangers have been dramatically...

Portable independent temperature control system.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... An accurate, easy-to-install control device, permitting separate cooling processes to run simultaneously from a single cooling source, is now available. Compact and portable, the Model 426 Temperature Control Unit (TCU) combines microprocessor...

LCR meter measures two parameters simultaneously.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The LCR meter is designed for benchtop use or automated test on a wide variety of passive components and materials. Some features that make the 1715 ideal for incoming inspection, quality control, or production applications include measurement...

Ergonomic tables easily adjustable.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Bostontec ergonomic tables now include the second generation "Boston Column" along with the Boston Desk and Companion Table. The Boston Power Table & Column offers user-friendly adjustability with simple electric push-button height operation....

Certification and calibration services.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Certification and calibration services, directly traceable to NIST, are now offered on new and working test sieves. The company's Certification and Recertification processes ensure that all test sieves comply with current ASTM E-11...

Positive displacement pipette eliminates residual wetting.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... The Transferpettor positive-displacement pipette handles viscous, foaming, and high-vapor pressure liquids with accuracy. Residual wetting after each pipetting action is negligible, ensuring high reproducibility and allowing tips to be reused....

Ergonomic manual pipette accommodates wide selection of tips.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... Ergonomics is a primary feature of the Acura manual pipette. From its position in the hand when holding to smooth activation, this pipette offers a level of comfort to reduce hand fatigue to a minimum. The shape of the finger rest, adapted to...

Rechargeable pipetus.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... This battery-operated rechargeable pipetus features a display that permanently indicates the selected stage of the five-speed setting, the set pipette mode, and the battery level. It comes with a reusable safety check valve protecting the...

Extended service plan for proprietary pipettes.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... An extended service plan is now offered for the proprietary Ovation BioNatural Pipette. The TotalCare Program extends the pipette's full warranty coverage from one year to a period of three years. Additionally, two calibration or repair...

Electronic pipettes with replaceable NiMH batteries.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... Eppendorf Research pro Single- and Multichannel Electronic Pipettes offer a variety of programmable application parameters while still remaining simple to use and easy to handle. The easy-to-read display screen is set at a 45[degrees] angle for...

Pipette features one-touch calibration.(Pipetting)
April 1, 2004... The Nichipet EX-Plus retains all the popular features of the EX, such as total auto-clavability, UV-resistance, and enhanced ergonomic design, that provide ultimate protection from biohazardous contamination. In addition to these key features,...

FCS and FLIM extensions for analytical biology applications.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy (FCS)is a method to measure concentration and diffusion rates quantitatively down to the single molecule level. The company's FCS is a sensitive, crass-correlation detection and analysis system that couples...

Raman spectrometers include color CCD sample viewing.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The NRS-3000 Series of benchtop, singly dispersive, confocal micro-Raman spectrometers features a PC controlled optical system resulting in advanced sensitivity, reliability, and ease of operation. With stability and simple software-controlled...

Valves suitable for vacuum and pressure applications.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Stopcock Valve is manufactured for use in low and medium pressure lines using fluid or gas. They are suitable for vacuum and pressure applications up to 50 psi. Stopcock valves feature a flow-through design that limits restriction through...

Pump designed for single-hand operation.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Model HP Hand Pump provides a dual source of pneumatic pressure and vacuum for verifying the calibration of pressure instrumentation. The pump generates pressures up to 30 psi (2 bar) and vacuum to -25" Hg (-850 mbar). The compact pump is...

Network control of balances and titrators.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... An addition to the LabX software platform exchanges traditional paper-based weighing processes for more powerful and secure networked data systems. The software saves time, uniquely tracks user and instrument data and metadata, and reduces...

Ethernet motion control products.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... NI-Motion 6.0 driver software delivers Ethernet-based distributed motion control and data acquisition integration for industrial measurement and automation systems. By combining NI-Motion 6.0 with a proprietary PXI or CompactPCI motion system...

LED light resists breakage.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The MityLite Plus 2AA LED saves both time and money with 10,000 hours of life, and radiates a clean white beam that is activated by the rear push-button switch to provide momentary and constant on/off operation. The LED is impact-resistant to...

FTIR module provides collimated output beam.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Illuminator compact 16" x 9" x 8" FTIR module integrates with a variety of sample interfaces in virtually any configuration. Inside each Illuminator is an IR source and interferometer that provide a collimated output beam. The rugged module...

Mass comparators with hanging weigh pans.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The AX206 and AX2005 offer simple touch-screen operation with high capacity and accuracy in the measuring of weights or samples up to 280 g. In mass metrology, mass comparators or comparator balances are required to determine the mass of...

Anemometer/Thermometer connects to computer.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Traceable Anemometer/ Thermometer measures air velocity and temperature with easy operation in hoods and the outdoors, and in severe lab or plant environments. Anemometer accuracy is [+ or -] 3% of full scale, while thermometer accuracy is...

Videographic recorder allows 18 analog inputs.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The Datagraph II is ideal for monitoring, recording, and evaluating processes in a variety of applications including laboratory, chemical, petrochemical, semiconductor, automotive, food and beverage, and environmental monitoring. It is the...

Respirometer features compact design.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... Oxymax ER is an ideal solution for respirometry experiments on soil, water, sludge, compost, seed, and food. Using precise gas analyzers for oxygen and carbon dioxide, the headspace gas exchange is measured directly in up to ten different...

High-Shear In-Line Mixer.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... The L-Series Hi-Shear In-Line Mixer for emulsions, dispersions, and fine suspensions provides continuous homogenous output down to 1 micron, and eliminates the need for tanks. Featuring a mixing head with one to 12 shear-action zones consisting...

Miniature Bayonet-Based LED Lamps.(New Products)
April 1, 2004... T3-1/4 (9 mm) BF321 Series Miniature Bayonet-Based LED Lamps incorporate advanced optical-grade epoxy to produce sunlight-visible illumination that is bright and evenly dispersed. These LED lamps are direct incandescent replacements for 6 MB,...

Latex gloves and the alternatives: careers can be saved by using non-latex products.(Laboratory Safety News)
April 1, 2004... Gloves are an important part of the PPE program for laboratory professionals because they protect the hands from all types of hazards, including chemicals, biological contaminates, and general abuse from handling materials. Among the most...

Ergonomic seating promotes lab safety.(Laboratory Safety News)
April 1, 2004... The very nature of laboratory work can create ergonomic problems. For instance, lab bench work requires sitting with an awkward posture for long periods of time. Microscope users sit with the spine arched forward, forcing other muscles to help...

XPert Balance Enclosure keeps airborne contaminants contained.(Laboratory Safety News)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2004... The patented ** Xpert[TM] Balance Enclosure maximizes containment of toxic airborne powders, other particulates, fumes, and vapors. It is well-suited for pharmaceutical research, Chemical compounding, and other laboratory applications involving...