Laboratory Equipment articles from January 2003

Laboratory Equipment archives from January 2003

Surface Area/ Porosimetry System.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The automated ASAP 2020 Accelerated Surface Area and Porosimetry System provides surface area and porosity measurements for applications that include pharmaceuticals, carbons, ceramics, and paint and coatings. The system contains multiple data...

Digital Infrared Thermometer.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Traceable Digital Infrared Thermometer on a Key-Chain takes instant, less than a second, temperature readings of any surface liquids, solids, and semi-solids. Simple operation requires only that the user turn the device on, point at sample,...

High Pressure Reaction Vessels.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... These High Pressure Reaction Vessels are nonreactive and suited for use with hydrofluoric acid, hydrochloric acid, perchloric acid and concentrated nitric acid. Completely lined with PTFE, the vessels are used for organic syntheses, inorganic...

Thermomechanical Analyzer.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... TMA-60 Series Thermomechanical Analyzers, available in two models, enable easy and precise TMA measurements. The TMA-60 is a full-expansion multifunctional system that enables measurement to be performed on a variety of sample types. The...

Vacuum Extractor.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Model 24VE Programmable Vacuum Extractor provides a means to perform extraction where the extractants are drawn through the sample in a precise time period--regardless of the porosity or density of the samples. The extractor handles 24...

Laboratory design products. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Architect Dialog is a full color 4-page newsletter featuring information on the new products that architects can use to plan a new lab or the redesign of an existing lab. Labconco Corp., Kansas City, MO 64132. labconco.com 800-821-5525 ...

Mass Standards Handbook. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... This proprietary Mass Standards Handbook is designed to clarify the applications, classifications and physical characteristics of precision weights and mass standards and the tolerances used in their production and calibration. Troemner, LLC,...

Flow/vacuum instruments. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... This brochure details the design features and specifications of proprietary flow and vacuum instruments, including the Digital Metaline and the 300 Series. It is separated into two sections for easy access to information. Teledyne Hastings...

Editor's choice.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... This month's issue of Laboratory Equipment focuses on sample preparation and liquid handling. In our Technology Insights section, which begins on page 8, we take a close look at a variety of new automated sample handling equipment--for...

Sample prep Micro Plane. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The EZ-Diamond Micro Plane attaches directly to the objective of a microscope. Its class IIa diamond blade is used to shave or plane micro thin layers off the surface of a sample. The planed off surface can then be removed and further analyzed....

Compact water purification. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Aqua RODI-C combines reverse osmosis pretreatment and Type I reagent grade water purification in a system whose cabinet measures just 20" wide by 20" high by 12" deep. The system is suited to applications where the existing central RO, DI,...

Temperature measurement modules. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The DI-1000TC line of instrumentation modules are for temperature measurements using thermocouples. The portable modules are for use across the spectrum of temperature measurement applications, from the controlled environment of a laboratory to...

Metal analyzer. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The SPECTROMAX benchtop metal analyzer offers a solution for applications such as incoming material inspection, in-process quality assurance, alloy grade verification, component testing for trace elements, and quality assurance of semi-finished...

Compact video microscopes. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The TableScope compact video microscope is available in 230x and 450x magnification. The unit features two lighting levels and an internal adjustable stand. Selectable magnification from 1x up to 450x, light intensity, and light diffusion...

Water and oil baths. (Editor's Choice).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... These Memmert water and oil baths are available in six different sizes with volumes ranging in size from 7 L to 45 L. The positioning of large-area heating on three sides within the working chamber ensures effective heat distribution throughout...

Tecan Systems, Inc. (Automated Sample Handling).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Johan Christiaanse, Director of Marketing Tecan now offers the research scientist an automated solution for DNA extraction. We recently introduced the new MagPrep[R] Genomic DNA and MagPrep[R] PCR Cleanup Kits to the scientific community....

Xiril Inc. (Automated Sample Handling).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... David Juranas, President The Xiril robotics sample processor has a multifunction arm that allows the user to selectively change arm configurations between liquid handling and robotic movements during each procedure. This transformation is...

SIAS. (Automated Sample Handling).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Bob Reed, Ph.D., Sales Manager Xantus, the automated liquid handling robotic system recently introduced by SIAS, incorporates state-of-the-art components that have become available in recent years. All of the essential components of liquid...

Zymark Corporation. (Automated Sample Handling).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Joe Fredette, Worldwide Marketing Manager, Genomics and Proteomics The new Sciclone ALH 3000 is easily the most adaptable liquid handler on the market today. It offers all of the liquid handling capability you need in one integrated...

Tekmar-Dohrmann. (Automated Sample Handling).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Mark Krigbaum, Marketing Manager Tekmar-Dohrmann analytical systems are built to improve laboratory productivity with fully-automated sample preparation, unique accessories and easy-to-use software. Our Purge and Trap system,...

Standards generator: from low ppb to over 1000 ppm. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Span Pac I industrial standards generator uses a proprietary Trace Source permeation tube to produce calibration gas mixtures. Concentrations from low ppb to over 1000 ppm are generated directly from pure component. The unit can be operated...

Separation membrane: for drying solvent extracts. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The DryDisk Separation Membrane speeds up and simplifies residual water removal from solvent extracts. Advantages over sodium sulfate drying methods include improved process control, faster throughput, unlimited capacity for water, better...

Mixing/Processing Systems: with vessels from 4 to 200 L. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Processing Systems are utilized in pilot plants and in production of small batches of high-value products such as pharmaceuticals, intermediates, foods, and fine chemicals. Vessel sizes range from 4 to 200 liters. Emphasis is in design...

Centrifugal evaporator: for solvent removal. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Model HT4-X is a higher performance version of the proprietary Model HT-4 centrifugal evaporator. Improved speed of evaporation, shorter condenser defrost time, more powerful software (including auto-stop when dry and remote control...

Picoammeter/Voltage Source: voltage stimulus as high as 500 V. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source is a 5-1/2-digit instrument that can apply a voltage stimulus as high as 500 V to a device under test and measure currents as low as 20 fA. It also provides direct readout of resistance measurements up...

ICP-MS standards: line expanded. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The complete line of Claritas PPT standards for ICP-MS and trace ICP-AES/OES analysis is offered. Products include single-element calibration and internal solutions as well as a line of multi-element solutions for various environmental,...

Laboratory Task Tables: offered in several sizes. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Heavy Duty Mobile Laboratory Task Tables are available in different heights, lengths, widths and work surfaces. Made of powder-coated steel, the frames will support an evenly distributed load of up to 600 lbs. Swivel casters allow for movement...

Rigid Wall Cleanrooms: from Class 10 to 100,000. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Series 591 Rigid Wall Cleanrooms are modular, prefabricated clean room systems available from Class 100,000 to Class 10. They feature open free spans from 6 to 24 feet and interior room heights from 8 to 14 feet. The rigid wall design allows...

1/32 DIN controller: features a large LCD. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The PXR3 controller features optional RS485 communications, digital input, timer function, dual outputs, programmable alarms, 24 V AC/DC power supply and analog transmission. Standard features include a large LCD, NEMA 4 x faceplate, watertight...

Tensiometer: for surface tension measurement. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The DuNouy Tensiometer measures surface and interfacial tension in oils, detergents, serums, colloidal suspensions, and chromium solutions. It provides results that are reproducible to within [+ or -] 0.05 dyne/cm. The Precision Tensiometer...

Poppet valves: with rotatable inlets. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The MAV-2R and MAV-3R are stem-operated, normally-closed, poppet valves with a rotatable side inlet that may be positioned to align with the outlet, or at any angle through 360[degrees]. Both inlet and outlet are threaded #10-32 female. The...

Mass flow controller: miniature design. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The ultra small MicroFlo mass flow controller is one-third the size of traditional mass flow controllers. InSitu-Sense sensing technology incorporates a microchip-sized, in-line flow transducer to achieve repeatable and stable flow regulation....

Stepping motor control: for one or two motors. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The VMX is a complete control/indexer/driver/AC power supply with RS232 interface. It is a stepping control motor that features a single chip microcontroller, preset pulse width modulation, and 4x oversize motor drives. The compact control is...

FT-Raman View Stage: for micro- and macro-sampling. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The FT-Raman View Stage is a micro- and macro-sampling configuration for proprietary FT-Raman spectrometers that installs entirely inside the laser-safe sample compartment. The integrated video camera allows direct observation of specimens,...

IC Valve Unit: with one or two 6-port valves. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Model 812 IC Valve Unit is available in two versions. Version 2.812.0010 is equipped with a single electrical driven 6-port valve. Version 2.812.0020 contains two electrical driven 6-port valves. Valve parts in contact with the eluent are...

Universal Pinch Valve: compact design. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Model PS Universal Pinch Valve is solenoid driven and is available in two-way normally open (or normally closed) single tube and three-way dual tube configurations. They feature Delrin tube holders and are designed for 1.6 mm ID (3.2 nun...

Teflon isolation valves: solenoid-operated. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... A wide variety of standard 2-way or 3-way solenoid-operated Teflon isolation valves are available for manufacturers of analytical, diagnostic or environmental instruments employing aggressive chemicals or high purity fluids. Valves have an...

Switching power supplies: w/PFC module. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Over 200 standard models are available in single, dual, triple and triple-low out put voltage from 3.3 V to 48 V in 0.1 V increments. These desktop style power supplies are housed in an impact-resistant polycarbonate enclosure with thermal...

Ultrasonic Sieving System: stacks up to 8 sieves. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The UIS250L Ultrasonic Sieving System is available for all standard laboratory ring sieves of 8" and 12" or 100, 200, 300 and 400 mm. No modifications to the sieves are required. A simple design allows for the simultaneous activation of a stack...

FT-IR microscopy software: with interactive 3-D mapping. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The V5.00 software for the proprietary Auto-IMAGE Fourier-transform infrared (FT-IR) Microscope range offers an extended suite of data processing algorithms and an enhanced 3-D data display, increasing the analyst's ability to extract complex...

Sample drying/concentration: for combi-chem products. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Explorer SpeedVac system, designed for drying and concentrating combi-chem products, features independent temperature probes that monitor sample status. The modular design incorporates separate components that can be integrated into a...

Gate and angle valves: for vacuum applications. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Lightweight aluminum gate and angle valves for high vacuum applications are well suited for isolation of roughing lines and fore-lines in a vacuum process where high conductance is required. The gate valves (GVA) and angle valves (AVA) offer a...

Booster Heater: integrated in bath cover. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The ZH1 Booster Heater is designed for cases where the available heating capacity of the circulator is not sufficient for applications that require fast heating-up of the bath or an external closed system. This additional heater is integrated...

Weighing scales: compact design. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The CPW Compact Scale is available in four capacities from 25 to 150 kg. The line features a stainless steel base and weighing platform with a remote indicator in aluminum housing. A separate keypad allows the scale to be located in a specific...

Spectrometer: for mercury analysis. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The mercur analyser provides an automated atomic fluorescence spectrometer based on the cold-vapour technique for mercury analysis from sub ppt to mid-ppb level on a single system. An integrated computer with an intuitive touchscreen ensures...

Karl Fischer Reagent: for single use applications. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The ONE SHOT Aquamicron AX01 Karl Fischer Reagent is pre-measured for one run and is easy to use. Quick, economical and ideal for portable coulometric Karl Fischer instruments, the reagent meets moisture measurement needs in the field and in...

Analytical management tool: with integrated instrument control. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Q-DIS/R Version 1.4.5 analytical workflow management tool combines analytical workflow management and integrated instrument control with secure raw data archiving. A sequence editor enhances instrument control capabilities for...

Mass flowmeters: with LCD readout. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The model GFM is a low cost self-contained thermal mass flowmeter for measuring the flowrates of gases. A tilting built-in LCD provides readouts in direct engineering units in terms of specific gases. Remote reading installations are possible...

Suppressor: improves ion analysis. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The DS-Plus Suppressor features a patent-pending process that, with carbonate/bicarbonate eluent, drops background conductivity by removing residual carbonic acid before detection. This eliminates the water dip that interferes with...

Sampling accessory: accelerates the analysis process. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... A Turntable sampling accessory is now available for the company's LabSpec Pro line of spectrophotometers. It is suited for applications requiring analysis of irregular shaped or non-homogenous samples. The unit will produce 600 separate spectra...

Fume hoods: mobile/ductless. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... These mobile, ductless fume hoods provide operator protection when using hazardous substances. The units feature prefilter and carbon filters that filter efficiencies superior to 99.6%. They offer all around visibility for classroom...

ICP-OES System: for metals analysis. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Optima 4300V Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES) System is for analyses on difficult matrices such as oils/organics, precious metals, and geochemical samples. The system can determine up to 72 elements in less...

Sample prep plate: utilizes micro-SPE technology. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The ZipPlate Micro-SPE Plate is a 96-well sample preparation tool that can be used to perform both in-gel digestion and sample preparation prior to mass spectrometry. The system has 300 nanoliters of C18 media immobilized at the bottom of each...

Air quality monitor: handheld device. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Air Data Analyzer is a digital thermometer, hygrometer, barometer, oxygen sensor and carbon dioxide sensor, all in one handheld, two 9-volt battery powered unit. It is well suited to "in-the-field" measurements because it allows users to...

Linear voice coil actuator: quick mechanical response. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... This compact linear voice coil actuator is for applications that require a linear force with high acceleration or high frequency actuation. It allows the user to apply force directly in the linear direction without the cost of a mechanical...

Photoelectric level sensor: serves as safety measure. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The TK-010N2 photoelectric level sensor is used to monitor levels of liquids and to serve as a safety measure in preventing potential leaks of hazardous and expensive liquids. The level sensor has the same features and benefits as previous...

Temperature chambers: benchtop models. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... These bench-top temperature and humidity chambers run on standard power and feature an easy-to-fill water tank, allowing smaller laboratories to perform temperature and humidity testing in a much smaller space. The five SH series chambers can...

Reagent dispenser: stand-alone/compact design. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Multidrop Micro high-speed microvolume reagent dispenser rapidly and precisely dispenses microvolumes over a volume range of 150 [micro]l into 96- and 384-well microplates. Using precision increments of just 1 [micro]l, up to 8 different...

Sanitary flange adapter: reduces entrapment. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The polypropylene mono barb sanitary flange adapter has been designed with a true bore I.D. This allows for an unimpeded flow with very little restriction at the tubing/barb interface. Eliminating the restriction promotes less potential for...

NanoPeak valves: 2, 4, and 6 port versions. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The proprietary NanoPeak Valve line has been expanded beyond the initial 10-port version. Choices now include manual and actuated two, four and six port versions, which perform shutoff, injection and selection functions. Ideal for nanoscale...

Multi-element probe: for ultrasonic liquid processing. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... This multi-element probe can take the place of a standard 20 kHz probe and processes four (250 [micro]l--10 ml) samples simultaneously. The probe consists of a four-element coupler and four 3 mm stepped microtips. The energy delivered to each...

Liquid handling platform: offers hardware/software flexibility. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Sciclone ALH 3000 is for aspirating and dispensing in 96, 384, and 1536 well formats. The system has been updated with an instrument control program, Sciclone Software (V3.0), for additional power and ease. System integrators and assay...

Multipurpose centrifuges: with rotor options. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Centra-CL5 multipurpose centrifuges offer a large assortment of rotor options, making it suited to a variety of laboratory applications. Ventilated and refrigerated models are available to accommodate tubes for life science, pathology,...

Bubble spectrometer: for two-phase flow applications. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The ABS Acoustic Bubble Spectrometer (ABS) is useful in a variety of two-phase flow applications where knowledge of the bubble size distribution and the volume fraction of gas in the liquid are important. These areas include controlled...

Dual tank console: for mix/dispense systems. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The dual tank console is for installation of piping, valves, pumps, mixers, and other accessories to create a finished mix and dispense system. The tank console fits in any batch application that requires a complete mix and verification prior...

Robotic liquid handling: uses air displacement technology. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... A new concept in robotic liquid handling uses air displacement technology for accurate liquid transfers. The system features a robotic hand, 1 to 4 tips per arm, up to two arms, liquid level detection with standard disposable tips, and an...

X-Ray Desk Magnifier: for x-ray examination. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The X-Ray Desk Magnifier is a high quality glass, 2.0x magnifier. Its flat base, used for x-ray examination, can also be used on any flat surface where magnification is needed. It is available with or without a brass engraved nameplate. Vision...

Gas cartridge safety stand: for mobile Bunsen burners. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... This gas cartridge safety stand provides a safe and comfortable solution for mobile Bunsen burner applications including sterilization and sample heating. Designed for use with the proprietary FIREBOY plus and FIREBOY eco mobile bunsen burners,...

Duckbill check valves: check pressure as low as 0.5 psi. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... Duckbill check valves are zero gravity fittings that utilize a flow-through design, allowing full volume in the flow direction and instantaneous check, once flow is stopped and reverse flow is sensed. They will react, and hold in check,...

FT-NIR method development: sampling system. (New Products).
January 1, 2003... The Antaris MDS System is a dedicated FT-Near Infrared system for at-line or near-line process applications. It can analyze solids, liquids, powders, pastes and tablets and allows the user to select the best technique for a particular...

Laboratory Jaw Crusher: for hard or brittle samples. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The BB 51 Laboratory Jaw Crusher is for reducing very hard or brittle samples from 35 mm to less than 0.5 mm in one step. As the sample passes through the fill hopper, the elliptical motion of the moving arm applies pressure to crush the...

Digital Camera Systems: with three-shot color imaging. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The TriPix Digital Camera System is available in three types: TriPix-RGB, TriPix-IR, and TriPix-Spectral. The systems offer 1280 x 1024 pixel, high resolution three-shot color imaging and a USB interface. It features microlenses on each pixel...

Height adjustment kits: retrofit workbenches. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Several retrofit kits are available to bring either manual or motorized worksurface height adjustability to most basic 4-leg workbenches and to the proprietary Dimension 4 Workstations. It allows users to adjust the working surface to...

Field microscope kit: with digital camera. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The RFM-2 is a complete field microscope kit that includes a camera, accessories and supplies designed for professional field investigators. The kit contains two Richardson Field Microscopes along with a Nikon digital camera, an assortment of...

Gel image analysis: autoanalysis in under 10 seconds. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Gene Snap is for laboratories that are starting digital-image gel documentation. It provides a range of functions, including camera integration control, saturation detection, brightness, contrast and gamma control, and zoom control and image...

Ring illuminator: for inspection microscopes. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Model RL40 ring illuminator, designed for inspection microscopes, provides 360 degrees of white illumination to eliminate shadows while using less than three watts of power. The ring lights have estimated lifetimes of more than twenty-five...

Humidity/temperature meter: resolution of 1[degree]/accuracy of [+ or -] 1 C. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Traceable Digital Relative Humidity/ Temperature Meter is for routine measurements, round-the-clock monitoring, and quality control. The meter continuously and simultaneously displays relative humidity and temperature in F/C with...

Mass flow controllers: for measurement and control. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... GFC low cost self-contained Thermal Mass Flow Controllers accurately measure and control the flowrates of gases. Made of rigid metallic components, no Nylon is used. Flowrates are unaffected by temperature and pressure variations. Stainless...

Vertical sealant tester: computerized operation. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The Series 540 Computerized Vertical Sealant Tester (CVST) is a bench-top system for testing sealants, adhesives, or coatings by applying alternating tension/compression cycles to a specimen. Software allows for the counting of full or half...

Compact autosampler: for ion chromatography. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The 813 IC Compact Autosampler is an economical and space-saving sample changer for automation in ion chromatography. It has a 36-position sample tray and uses 2.5 ml and 11 ml vials. Each sample can be injected up to three times, and is...

Hybridized detector array: high spatial fidelity/resolution. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... This 100 element, hybridized, linear photodiode array utilizes a propriety opaque polymer coating process to create a mask which blocks any light outside the pixels, improving spatial fidelity and hence spatial resolution. In order to simplify...

Laboratory pumps: contamination-proof. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The MityFlex 913CE peristaltic pump Series features variable solid state speed control, multiple-roller heads to reduce pulsation, and quick-release covers for fast change out of tubing. The tubing pumps are specified as components in...

Leveling mounts: do not retain water. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... Jacmount PRGI Stainless Steel Levelers feature all stainless steel construction and Wedgemount VRC Series High Damping Leveling Mounts have a nickel plated body. Both are available with a selection of nitrile or neoprene vibration isolation...

Temperature gauge/sensor: for remote indication/control/DAQ. (New Products).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2003... The new Series BX 800 Plus Temperature Gauge and Sensor combines the local indication of a dial thermometer together with the industry requirement for a thermocouple or Plat RTD, to enable remote indication, control or data acquisition. The...