Nasopharyngeal flocked swabs and universal transport media
09 June, 2009 | Interpath Services Pty Ltd
Previously, Nasopharyngeal Aspirates have been the sample collection method of choice when detecting respiratory viruses. This method of sampling can cause discomfort for the patient and requires specific equipment, making it less suitable for widespread use.
Automated diluting and pipetting
09 June, 2009 | ALPE Pty Ltd
The WellPro 3000 liquid handling device facilitates high-throughput screening as it can operate in either a 12-channel mode for 96-well plates or 24-channel for 384-well plates.
Protein analysis tool
09 June, 2009 | Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (Oceania) Pty Ltd
Wyatt Technology has published a brochure to support its dynamic light scattering (DLS) instrument, the DynaPro NanoStar. The brochure, which is entitled ‘DynaPro NanoStar: The Most Widely Used Dynamic Light Scattering Instrument Just Got Better’, is available free of charge via www.wyatt.com or info@wyatt.com.
Melting point determination
09 June, 2009 | Arrow Scientific
The OptiMelt system provides a fast and accurate means of automatically determining the melting points and melting ranges of chemical substances. With microprocessor-controlled temperature ramping and a built-in digital camera, OptiMelt offers a fast and accurate method to measure melting point of products such as butter, margarine, chocolate as well as pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.
Twin column test stands
09 June, 2009 | SI Instruments
Mecmesin twin column testing frames provide the opportunity to test physically larger specimens and apply loads up to 25 kN. The increased load allows samples up to 400 mm wide and 950 mm high to be accommodated. Each test frame has been designed to deliver high stiffness — often necessary in high load, low elongation testing applications — and are driven by twin, pre-loaded, synchronised ballscrews.
Blue light transilluminator
09 June, 2009 | Life Technologies
The Safe Imager 2.0 Blue Light Transilluminator is claimed to eliminate safety concerns and minimise damage to samples.
Wine chemistry test kits
09 June, 2009 | Novasys Group Pty Ltd
Accuvin wine chemistry test kits are small enough to be carried in the pocket and need no sample preparation, glassware or even operator training; just follow the instructions enclosed with every kit.
Engineering plastics for the medical industry
09 June, 2009 | Dotmar EPP Pty Ltd
Dotmar can offer an extensive range of medical-grade thermoplastics that meet strict FDA and USP Class IV requirements. Designed specifically for the medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, these medical-grade thermoplastics will replace existing solutions made of stainless steel, titanium, glass or ceramics.
Microplate photometer
09 June, 2009 | Pathtech Pty Ltd
Thermo Scientific’s Multiskan FC microplate photometer product line has new features for enhanced usability.
ICP/ICP-MS supplies catalogue
09 June, 2009 | Glass Expansion Pty Ltd
Glass Expansion has released its 2009 catalogue which is a useful reference for all ICP-OES and ICP-MS users.
Fluid aspiration
09 June, 2009 | John Morris Scientific Pty Ltd
Vacuubrand’s BVC 21 NT family can be used for safe and efficient fluid aspiration with applications in biochemistry, medicine and life sciences, including supernatant aspiration from microtitre plates, petri dishes and cell culture bottles.
Gene expression system
09 June, 2009 | Capsugel Australia Pty Ltd
The Lonza StellARray Gene Expression System can be used to reveal gene expression level changes with unbiased significance.
Biological safety cabinets
09 June, 2009 | Laboratory Systems Group
Telstar offers a wide range of Class II Microbiological Safety Cabinets to suit all required configurations and budgets.
SMS 100 mercury analyser
09 June, 2009 | PerkinElmer (Australia) Pty Ltd
The SMS 100 mercury analyser has been designed to improve the detection and measurement of mercury in solids and liquids and help minimise the need for complex sample preparation. The SMS 100 helps accurately measure mercury at low levels in a variety of sample types, enabling environmental laboratories, municipalities, power utilities, waste producers and food companies to comply with regulations and protect consumers.
Ascentis Express HPLC columns
09 June, 2009 | Merck
The increased efficiency of the Fused-Core particle in the Ascentis Express HPLC columns enables users to use shorter columns and reduce acetonitrile use by up to 70%.
