Laboratory Equipment articles from December 2004

Laboratory Equipment archives from December 2004

Miniaturized FT-IR spectrometer analysis system.
December 1, 2004... ChemID, a miniaturized FT-IR spectrometer analysis system, enables users to conduct chemical reaction analysis from nearly any location. Users are able to characterize chemistry using functional group or structural input, instantly assess...

Coriolis mass flow controller for low-flow applications.
December 1, 2004... The QUANTIM Coriolis mass flow controller is for laboratory, research and pilot plant environments. A modular hardware platform with improved sensing tube geometries and optical sensing techniques enable it to handle both liquids and gases. The...

Moisture Analyzer.
December 1, 2004... The Mark 3 Moisture Analyzer controls the variables of heater control and balance accuracy and is configured to direct convective currents up and out of the chamber area. The sample is surrounded by a breeze shield, which isolates it from the...

Wishing you warm holiday greetings.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... From everyone here at Laboratory Equipment magazine, we wish you peace, joy and health this holiday season. This month's issue looks at new offerings in the meters and monitors category. Turn to page 12 to learn about an upgradeable...

Mass spectrometer offers easy computer connectivity.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... The HiQuad quadrupole mass spectrometer is four times faster than previous models, providing high measurement speeds up to 0.125 ms/amu and sensitivity with a dynamic range of 10 orders of magnitude. The Quadera software permits analysis to be...

Automated evaporation system for GC and GC-MS analysis.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... The DryVap Concentrator is for evaporating organic extracts for GC and GC-MS analysis. It is designed to emulate the traditional KD (Kuderna-Danish) method that is accepted as the standard technique for concentration of a sample. The instrument...

32-bit analytical laboratory software.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... A 32-bit version of ChemStation, the proprietary software for instrument control and data acquisition and management, is now available. The conversion to 32-bit architecture improves the software's performance and stability, especially when...

www.LaboratoryEquipment.com--smarter and simpler.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... LaboratoryEquipment.com, the Web site of LABORATORY EQUIPMENT magazine and its related media products, has been redesigned to provide a more powerful, easier-to-use tool for finding your way to the laboratory products, technologies and services...

Laboratory incubators.(Editor's Choice)
December 1, 2004... "Friocell" laboratory incubators feature forced air convection and cooling to 99.9 C. Five standard units, offering volumes to 55, 111, 222, 404 and 707 liters, allow exact incubation processes for both variation and deviation and feature exact...

BNL's Ann Emrick puts safety first for researchers: lab keeps performing by assisting scientists with safety protocols.(Great laboratory managers: sharing best practices with the scientific community)
December 1, 2004... Ensuring that visiting researchers meet the proper safety and regulatory protocols can be tough for any lab manager, but it's just part of the job for Ann Emrick. As research operations manager for the Life Sciences Directorate at...

EPA and EDD reporting software for ICP-MS.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... A fully integrated software package is offered for US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reporting using ICP-MS. The software combines the proprietary PlasmaLab software for the X Series ICP-MS with the Metals Analytical Review and Reporting...

Broadband spectrometer offers precision measurement.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... A high resolution broadband spectrometer is designed for the 200 to 1050-nm range. The optics include a UV enhanced2048 pixel CCD detector with a special composite grating that has no moving parts to provide 0.75-nm resolution with a 14m m...

Multi-detection microplate reader system.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... SpectraMax M5, a five-mode multi-detection microplate reader system, offers primary applications for fluorescence intensity, absorbance, luminescence, and Time-Resolved Fluorescence and Fluorescence Polarization assays. The system features a...

TEM camera offers maximum pixels.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Morada 11 MegaPixel TEM CCD camera is for the wide-angle port of all commonly used transmission electron microscopes, and is integrated with proprietary TEM image analysis platform. Offering up to 11 MegaPixels, a dynamic range of 14 bits,...

Glass vials certified for HPLC and GC analysis.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Certified sample glass vials are available for high performance liquid chromatography and gas chromatography analysis. The vials are certified to be contaminant-free, as they are made from Type I, 33-expansion glass, containing very low...

Weather-resistant infrared-equipped camera.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Offering 420TVL of resolution, the ILC-HV4 incorporates Dupont Viton O-ring, providing high resilience to UV radiation emitted by the sun. UV radiation breaks down man-made products and causes failure in lipstick weather-resistant seals. The...

Color analysis and layer thickness measurement.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Two software modules enable OSM series mini-spectrometers be used for quantitative colorimety or thick film thickness measurements. The Color-Analyst and Layer Thickness Measurement software modules are compatible with the OSM-Analyst PC...

GUI software features background subtraction.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Graphical User Interface software version 2.2 features real-time background subtraction, which is a fast and simple solution to reduce shading in X-ray imagery, a common problem in X-ray inspection that limits image contrast. Shading appears as...

Coulometric and Volumetric Moisture Titrators.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Karl Fischer MKC-610 Coulometric and MKA-610 Volumetric Moisture Titrators simultaneously measure coulometric and volumetric titration samples, and provide a separation feature between operation and measurement. A main control unit (a touch...

Automatic flashpoint tester performs all primary tests.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The MULTIFLASH automatic flashpoint tester performs Pensky Martens, Abel, Tag, and Cleveland Small Scale & Equilibrium tests. The low cost, automatic instrument will carry out tests in strict conformity to all primary Flash Point test methods....

Comprehensive particle size standards.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... NIST traceable glass microsphere standards are available in sizes from 0.1 to 5000 microns packaged as dry powders in single dose bottles from 10 mg to 500 g. The narrow, intermediate and broad distribution variants can be used to calibrate...

Modular I/O machine mount for multiple signal types.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Fieldline Modular I/O machine mount connects to fieldbus protocols and provides a solution where high concentrations of I/O, or a variety of signal types, are required. Configuration starts with an interface module with eight built-in...

Lifter transporters hold 130 to 440 pounds.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Designed for use in electronic assembly areas, cleanrooms, stock rooms, laboratories, and offices, the WP Series of lifter transporters consists of eight models, all featuring powered mechanical lifts. Available capacities are from 130 to 440...

Torque sensor with portable transducer indicator.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The combination SWS Socket Wrench Torque Sensor and PHM-100 Portable Hand-Held Transducer Indicator provides accurate measurement of bolt or nut wrenching torques in either direction, so breakaway torques can be measured. The PHM-100's Peak...

Miniature Array Spectrofluorometer.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The BRF-2004 miniature Array Spectro-fluorometer is a preconfigured spectrometer for fluorescence applications from 200 to 1100 nm. An optimally designed aspherical lens collects the maximum fluorescence signal from samples. The user-friendly...

Particle filtration system increases flux rate.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The DYNAPERM system has been introduced for enhanced high-flux rate filtration of particles from liquids. During laboratory experiments, the instrument produces flux rate increases of a factor of 50 over conventional cross-flow filtration with...

Semi-Micro/Analytical Balances.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The AUW Series of Semi-Micro/ Analytical Balances feature fully automatic span calibration, an easy-to-use weighing chamber and level adjustment gauge, and a prominent backlit display. Weighing capacities are available from 82 to 220 g at an...

Waterproof Indoor/Outdoor Clock.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Traceable Indoor/Outdoor Clock tells the time of day to the second, and temperatures from -20 to 40 C and -4 to 104 F with an accuracy of [+ or -]1.5 C. An O-ring sealed waterproof/dustproof ABS impact-resistant case makes it suitable for...

Linear voice coil actuator.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The compact linear voice coil actuator is suited to applications that require a linear force with high acceleration or high-frequency actuation. The device allows the user to apply force directly in the linear direction without a mechanical...

Laboratory balance instrument control software.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... To enhance laboratory efficiency and achieve higher levels of quality management and regulatory compliance, the company has added LabX Balance to its LabX software platform. With LabX Balance, traditional paper-based weighing processes can be...

Conductivity probe for testing ultra pure water.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The InLab 740 conductivity probe provides automatic temperature compensation for very low conductivity measurements. It compensates for the change in conductivity in a solution as temperature increases or decreases through utilization of an...

Online differential viscometer.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The ViscoStar online differential viscometer incorporates a traditional four-arm "bridge" design. It combines high accuracy with contemporary electronics and can be integrated with proprietary Multi-Angle Light Scattering (MALS) detectors and...

Combustile Gas Sensor Module.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The Model 5100-28 IR Combustible Gas Sensor Module uses smart sensor technology that includes Sentry bus digital communications to interface to new and existing Sentry gas detection systems. It also offers 4-20 mA output to interface to a PLC...

Modular rheometer can be upgraded as needed.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The VISCOANALYSER Rheometer system was designed following a modular concept, and can be upgraded to meet a user's expanding needs and requirements without any compromise in performance. Designed for R&D and QC, the unit is delivered with all...

Gas Permeameter measurement based on ASTM standards.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The C-522 Gas Permeameter measures the permeability of materials based on ASTM standards. Airflow resistance determines the sound absorption and sound-transmitting characteristics of an acoustical material, and is important for material...

Wireless System for environmental monitoring.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The FlashLink Wireless System is a wide area real-time monitoring and recording system. It provides for user-defined setup, continuous monitoring, and complete management reporting for temperature and humidity. The system, which consists of...

Probe colorimeter with manual or automatic operation.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The Model PC950 probe colorimeter measures absorbance, transmittance, or relative concentration. It can be operated manually or with any automation package and can be customized to fit various applications. Users can select a fiber optic length...

Toxic gas monitor and application software.(Meters & Monitors)
December 1, 2004... The company introduces a new version of its toxic gas monitor that utilizes the power of pocket PCs. Mix or match up to five gas sensors (plus temperature) from a choice of ammonia, nitrogen oxide, nitric oxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen...

High purity silica gel for flash chromatography.(Chromatography)
December 1, 2004... An all purpose media for flash and column chromatography, Purasil silica gel features high purity and minimal fines to enable fast separations and high resolution. The product is available in two popular particle-size ranges, 7-230 and 230-400...

Single quadrupole mass spectrometer for HPLC.(Chromatography)
December 1, 2004... The Finnigan Surveyor MSQ Plus extends HPLC detection sensitivity and has been designed for the separation scientist to run routine HPLC applications more effectively. Unknown chromatographic peaks can appear during the development and...

HPLC columns cooler/heater.(Chromatography)
December 1, 2004... Cool Sleeve is a Peltier driven cooler/heater designed to hold a single column up to 30 cm long and up to 7.8 mm in diameter. Temperature range is 5 to 60 C with 0.2 C accuracy with very fast equilibration. A double insulated cover maintains...

Specialized refrigerators for chromatography applications.(Chromatography)
December 1, 2004... A range of chromatography refrigerators provides a se cure environment for chromatography applications. The 6CHR undercounter model provides 6.1 cubic feet of chamber space and features a clear tempered glass door, single access port and a...

Chromatography Data System ensures 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.(Chromatography)
December 1, 2004... CLASS-VP v7.2.1 Client/Server Chromatography Data System focuses on the needs of pharmaceutical customers with more built-in features to ensure compliance with US FDA's 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. New enhancements include a signing authority...

Coherence Correlation Interferometer.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Talysurf CCI 3000A Coherence Correlation Interferometer provides 3-D surface analysis with 0.1 Angstrom measurement resolution. It combines the surface imaging quality of a microscope with the high-accuracy measuring capability of a surface...

Pipettor dispenses highly reproducible volumes.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The programmable Pipet-Aid Elite 400 features user-friendly programming functions to enable quick volume setting based on pipet size. The unit accommodates a range of pipet sizes from 1 to 50 mL and dispenses highly reproducible volumes as...

Spindle coupling accessories.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... "Quick Connect" spindle coupling accessories allow the operator to quickly attach or remove spindles from proprietary viscometers and rheometers. The accessories save time when switching spindles, eliminate cross threading and are easy to use....

Sample preparation technique provides quick fractionation.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... A new sample preparation technique for the detection and identification of biomarkers combines the company's ultrafiltration (UF) and micro-volume solid phase extraction (SPE) technologies to reduce sample complexity, improve isolation of lower...

High output UHP zero grade air generators.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Eight models of high output UHP zero grade air generators produce up to 280 lpm of hydrocarbon-free air from an existing compressed air supply. Special features include high-tech ergonomic cabinet design, a catalysis module, visual operational...

Parallel synthesis system optimizes chemical reactions.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Metz Syn10 Reaction System offers parallel synthesis with variable heating, cooling, refluxing, and stirring. Ten reactions are simultaneously carried out, each with a different temperature, ranging from -30 C to 150 C. The system features...

Mettler Toledo, Inc.(Refractometers)
December 1, 2004... * George McLean, Market Manager, Instruments Mettler Toledo offers 7 digital refractometers: two handheld units (Refracto 30PX and Refracto 30GS), three bench top refractometers (RE40D, RE50 and RE50U) and two combined density/refractive...

Wyatt Technology Corp.(Refractometers)
December 1, 2004... * Geofrey Wyatt, President Wyatt Technology developed and manufactures the Optilab rEX (refractometer with EXtended Range). The rEX is the first new development in refractive index detection in more than forty years. Rather than just using...

Safety funnel prevents toxic vapor releases.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Version 3 Safety Ecological Funnel is manufactured with chemically-resistant HDPE and features an improved vapor resistant gasket, solids filter, heavy duty hinge, positive latch, and screw cap. This chemical waste containment system meets...

Compact desiccator for small spaces.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Secador Mini Desiccator offers safe storage for moisture sensitive chemicals and electronics. The compact footprint and 0.35 cu. ft. volume keeps a small quantity of needed materials nearby without crowding the bench top. The desiccator may...

Immersion Circulator features over-temperature safety.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Model 7306 Immersion Circulator is for applications requiring the frequent use of specific temperature setpoints. Used for coliform testing and similar applications, the circulator offers a range of 5 to 150 C, with [+ or -] 0.05 C...

Field-emission scanning Auger microprobe.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The JAMP-9500F field-emission scanning Auger microprobe offers spatial resolution for surface analysis of micro areas. This microprobe achieves a minimum probe diameter of 3 nm for SEI and 8 nm for Auger imaging. The analytical resolution of...

Dual Plasma Burner and Controller.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Dual Plasma Burner and Controller are for use with the Sulfur Chemiluminescence Detector (355 SCD) and Nitrogen Chemiluminescence Detector (255 NCD). Dual Plasma Technology, which harnesses the power of two-flame plasma combustion, allows...

Lightweight pipettor prevents accidental misuse.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The transparent blue PIPETBOY Comfort Royal, weighing 190 g and powered by 2 NiMH rechargeable batteries, fits into small hands yet can be used continuously all day without causing fatigue. Suited for single-handed pipetting in the 1 to 50-mL...

Si photodiode improves VUV light sensitivity.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The S9089 silicon (Si) photodiode features reliable quartz window that improves sensitivity to vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) light. The photodiode is intended for ArF and KrF excimer laser measurement applications and general UV light detection. To...

Cyanide analysis system uses gas diffusion ligand-exchange.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... CNSolution is a high-throughput system for cyanide measurement. Incorporating a single-or dual-channel analyzer, WinFLOW Software, and a random access autosampler, the system uses a gas diffusion ligand-exchange procedure to measure available...

Standard vapor pressure tester.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The MINIVAP LPG tests the automatic vapor pressure determination of Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) and Natural Petroleum Gases (NPG), according to the expansion-method ASTM D6897. Test results equivalent to ASTM D1267 can be obtained by using...

Reaction block allows combinations of glassware.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The DrySyn MULTI reaction block runs small scale single and multiple parallel reactions. It features an insert kit that allows combinations of standard glassware to be utilized, from 10 mL tubes to 100 mL flasks. The reaction block provides a...

Gas Panels in stackable, modular design.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Model S3500 Lab Gas Panels are available in one or two outlet designs and are intended for indoor laboratory environments where compact equipment designs and pleasing aesthetic appearances are important. The panels feature inlet connections...

Stoppering Tray Dryer stores five temperature programs.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer, used with proprietary FreeZone 6, 12, and 18 L Freeze Dry Systems, features three shelves suitable for batch or bulk product lyophilization. A built-in stoppering mechanism pneumatically stoppers containers...

Flash chromatography system saves time and space.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The IntelliFlash 280 Workstation for flash chromatography provides a compact platform that fits within tight flume hoods, and minimizes set-up time and purification results by integrating a pump, column, detector, collector, and controls into...

Autosampler features heated multi-stirrer.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Vortex autosampler features a temperature controlled, heated multi-stirrer assembly that features a stainless steel tray capable of handling both 20 mL an 40 mL vials. Each vial position has its own magnetic stirring mechanism, delivering...

Pneumatically operated valve for precision dispensing.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The CV629 pneumatically operated valve is for precision dispensing of all types of fluids, including solvents, silicones and glue. It is designed for use with a reservoir tank and valve controller, for which the proprietary model DSP501A...

Calibrated Reference features four resistance values.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Metrohm 767 Calibrated Reference, a solar-powered test cell, can be connected to any titrator, pH/mV meter, or conductivity meter in place of a sensor. The four different built-in resistance values can then be used to check the pH, mV,...

pH/Ion Meter features integrated dispensing option.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... With measurement capabilities for pH, ion concentration, mV, and temperature, the Metrohm 781 pH/Ion Meter provides automated electrode testing, internal system monitoring for validation, pH/ion calibration monitoring, and service functions for...

Ductless Fume Hood.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Purair 10 Ductless Fume Hood features operator protection from fume and particle hazards. The device's improved clamping eliminates by-pass leakage. Also available are easy-to-change filters, an optional back-up safety filter, and a low...

Automatic recording of large high-resolution images.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The MosaiX module of AxioVision 4.2 optimizes image quality and boosts productivity for routine and research microscope users. The imaging software controls the digital camera and motorized stage to automatically record, analyze and archive...

Certified GC columns for trace level analysis.(Chemicals, Standards & Gases)
December 1, 2004... Certified and verified gas chromatography columns are rigorously and individually tested, high-quality MS-grade, and engineered for analytical sensitivity, reproducibility, high thermal stability and low column bleed. Certified organic...

Liquid ChangeOver System provides continuous gas flow.(Chemicals, Standards & Gases)
December 1, 2004... The Model 8404L Liquid ChangeOver Regulator System provides constant, uninterrupted flow of specialty gases by directly flowing from two separate dewars to the point of use. It also reduces operating costs by permitting scheduled dewar...

LC/MS solvent blends.(Chemicals, Standards & Gases)
December 1, 2004... A new grade of J.T.Baker analytical solvents and solvent blends specially formulated for liquid chromatography/mass spectroscopy (LC/MS) and liquid chromatography/ultraviolet (LC/UV) applications are available. They are produced from...

ICP standards with material safety data sheet.(Chemicals, Standards & Gases)
December 1, 2004... Inductively coupled plasma (ICP) standards are available for use in testing, calibration, and verification procedures. The company certifies the concentration of each element via traceability to the National Institute of Standards and...

Coulometric K reagents offer better stability.(Chemicals, Standards & Gases)
December 1, 2004... The Watermark product line now includes the Coulometric K vessel solution, Coulometric K generator solution, and a solvent for aldehydes and keytones. A full inventory of KF products, including enhanced water standards packed in 5-mL ampules...

Analysis instruments.(Product Director)
December 15, 2004... Elemental Analyzers INORGANIC Antek Instruments, L.P. 300 Bammel Westfield Road Houston, TX 77090-3508 Toll Free: 800-365-2143 Fax: 281-580-0719 URL:www.antekhou.com email:info@antekhou.com See our Ad...

Basic lab equipment.(Balances-Mixers, Stirrers, Shakers)
December 15, 2004... Balances ANALYTICAL ACCULAB, Edgewood, NY Adam Equipment, Inc., Danbury, CT A&D Weighing, Milpitas, CA American Laboratory Trading, LLC, Groton, CT Best American Co., Cells & Cuvettes, Culver City, CA Burrell...

Basic lab equipment.(Other--Basic Lab Equipment-Tubing/Fittings/Piping)
December 15, 2004... Other--Basic Lab Equipment ACTUATORS Aerotech, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA Alicat Scientific, Tucson, AZ Anorad, Rockwell Automation, Shirley, NY Applied Precision, Inc., Issaquah, WA ASG, Cleveland, OH Clippard...

Basic lab equipment.(Ultrasonic Equipment-Valves)
December 15, 2004... Ultrasonic Equipment ULTRASONIC EQUIPMENT, CLEANING Accurate Chemical & Scientific Corp., Westbury, NY Amtrex Technologies Inc., Montreal, QC Canada ARS Enterprises, Santa Fe Springs, CA Aven Inc. 4595 Platt Road ...

Chemicals & biochemicals.(Product Directory)
December 15, 2004... Biochemicals DYES AND STAINS Alexis Biochemicals USA, San Diego, CA Chem Service, Inc. P.O. Box 599, 660 Tower Lane West Chester, PA 19381-0599 Toll Free: 800-452-9994 Fax: 610-692-8729 ...

Chromatography, gas & SFC.(Product Directory)
December 15, 2004... Columns CAPILLARY Accurate Chemical & Scientific Corp., Westbury, NY Advanced Separation Technologies Inc. (Astec), Whippany, NJ Bodman Industries, Aston, PA Chrom Tech, Inc., Apple Valley, MN Chromatography Research...

Chromatography, HPLC/IC & separation systems.(Product Directory)
December 15, 2004... Accessories AUTOSAMPLER VIALS Alkem Lab Products, Pittsburgh, PA Analytical Sales and Services, Inc., Pompton Plains, NJ Bulbtronics, Farmingdale, NY Chrom Tech, Inc., Apple Valley, MN Chromos Express Ltd.,...

Computer hardware.(Product Directory)
December 15, 2004... Computer Boards/PC Cards ANALOG TO DIGITAL Acqiris, Monroe, NY Allen Systems, Columbus, OH Analog/Digital Peripherals, Inc. (ADPI), Troy, OH Analogic Corporation, Peabody, MA DATAAPEX, 15500 Prague The Czech Republic...

Computer peripherals & related products.(Product Directory)
December 15, 2004... Input Devices DATA LOGGERS Allen Systems, Columbus, OH Analog/Digital Peripherals, Inc. (ADPI), Troy, OH Carltex, Inc., Greenlawn, NY Clark Solutions, Hudson, MA Cole-Parmer Instrument Company, Vernon Hills, IL ...