Mercury detection with gold nanorods
09 March, 2017Irish researchers have discovered that individual gold nanorods could be used to detect mercury with high sensitivity, making them potentially suitable for use as portable analysers that can perform a rapid analysis in the field.
TA Instruments Discovery Thermal Analysis Suite
06 March, 2017 | Supplied by: TA InstrumentsTA Instruments' Discovery Thermal Analysis Suite features a host of significant innovations, including an app-style touch screen, powerful TRIOS software, a robust autosampler, and automated calibration and verification routines that work seamlessly to improve laboratory workflows and productivity.
Futek PFT510 miniature flush mount pressure sensor for desalination system monitoring
28 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdReverse osmosis systems require constant pressure delivered from a system of pumps to maintain membrane health and maximise system efficiency.
Torrey Pines Scientific EchoTherm Model IC50 chilling/heating dry bath
15 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Edwards Group Pty LtdTorrey Pines Scientific announces its EchoTherm Model IC50 — a Peltier-driven chilling/heating dry bath with exact sample temperature control.
LyondellBasell Purell RP320M polypropylene resin
08 February, 2017 | Supplied by: LyondellBasell Australia Pty LtdLyondellBasell has introduced Purell RP320M, a polypropylene (PP) random copolymer that can be used in caps and closures, labware, flexible and rigid packaging of medical devices and pharmaceuticals.
Reduce your risk of gasketed plate heat exchanger downtime
06 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Alfa Laval Pty LtdKnowing exactly when to replace gaskets is almost impossible, since the timing varies depending on the application. Without preventive maintenance, users risk unplanned downtime that can be costly.
Atom-thick coating can prevent metals from corrosion
06 February, 2017 | Supplied by: University of WollongongResearchers from the University of Wollongong have demonstrated that a coating of a single-atom thickness can protect metals from corrosion.
Asynt DrySyn SnowStorm ONE for temperature control of exothermic reactions
04 February, 2017 | Supplied by: LabFriendThe DrySyn SnowStorm ONE from Asynt is designed to provide temperature control of exothermic reactions.
Genevac miVac centrifugal sample concentrator range
03 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Scitek Australia Pty LtdGenevac has announced the second generation of its miVac centrifugal sample concentrator range. The product incorporates an improved pressure controller with intuitive programming and graphical display, making it even easier to use.
A temperature sensor for artificial skin
03 February, 2017Researchers have developed a highly sensitive and flexible temperature sensor that could soon be integrated into artificial skin on prosthetic limbs or robotic arms.
Smart sensing network launched in Sydney
03 February, 2017The $950,000 NSW Smart Sensing Network brings together smart sensing expertise in academia, industry and government to develop a collaborative and innovative network that is expected to deliver economic and social benefits for NSW.
INTEGRA Low Retention GripTips pipette tips
02 February, 2017 | Supplied by: BioTools Pty LtdINTEGRA has introduced Low Retention pipette tips based on its GripTips multilobe design. In creating the product range, the company has used a polypropylene blend to produce pipette tips with increased hydrophobic properties.
Thorlabs SC4500 Mid Infrared (MIR) Supercontinuum Source
31 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Lastek Pty LtdThe Thorlabs SC4500 Mid Infrared (MIR) Supercontinuum Source is claimed to be the first femtosecond-pumped supercontinuum source on the market.
METTLER TOLEDO Rainin TerraRack pipette tip rack
30 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdMETTLER TOLEDO's Rainin TerraRack is said to be sturdy as a conventional pipette tip rack, yet made with less than half the plastic and completely recyclable.
There and back again — the metamaterial that can switch from hard to soft
25 January, 2017Scientists from the University of Michigan have discovered how to compose a metamaterial that can be easily manipulated to increase the stiffness of its surface by orders of magnitude — the difference between rubber and steel.
