News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 30 October
to Saturday 5 November 2005
Low-risk, effective software migration
Employs services personnel for project management and implementation, as well as an extract, transform and load (ETL) tool to migrate data to deliver an effective and predictable migration Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics ( 4 November 2005)
Rotary press simulator for R and D laboratories
Fully automated, this press is an ideal tool for characterising powder compressibility capacities using just a few grams of the active powder, and can produce a single tablet if required
News from Medelpharm ( 4 November 2005)
Accelerated surface area and porosimetry
System is designed to help today's busy laboratories expand their workflow while providing highly accurate and precise surface area and porosimetry measurements Brochure Available
News from Micromeritics ( 4 November 2005)
Lab equipment on the big screen in Catwoman movie
User Application Article High end laboratory balance featured in cosmetic laboratory scene in Hollywood adaptation of Catwoman comics, starring Halle Berry, Sharon Stone and Benjamin Bratt
News from Ohaus ( 4 November 2005)
LabLogic claims the honours in PET studies
User Application Article All five of the clinical and research PET centres currently operating in the UK are using radio-chromatography software or instruments from LabLogic Systems Brochure Available
News from Lablogic Systems ( 4 November 2005)
High performance Raman and FTIR just got easier
Expanded range of microanalysis facilities on single benchtop instrument include full FTIR mapping capabilities, a breakthrough made possible through the use of software
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon ( 4 November 2005)
Syringe pump handles very high pressures
For very high pressures or very low flow rates, this pump claims exceptional low-flow stability in the sub-microlitre range at pressures up to 1380bar
News from Presearch ( 4 November 2005)
Seek that leak
Detects minute leaks of gases with thermal conductivities different from air, such as helium, hydrogen or nitrogen leaks in a chromatography system, that could otherwise go undetected
News from Presearch ( 4 November 2005)
Award for logistics and supply chain management
Oxoid, a manufacturer of microbiological culture media and diagnostic products, has won first prize in the logistics and supply chain category of the prestigious 2005 Manufacturer Awards Brochure Available
News from Oxoid ( 4 November 2005)
Optical sensor coating services expanded
Ocean Optics has expanded its optical sensor coating services, enabling OEMs and product developers to create and manufacture custom oxygen and pH sensor accessories for optical chemical sensing
News from Ocean Optics ( 4 November 2005)
Brochure covers high performance custom lenses
Company has capability to produce small quantities of high performance, mounted lenses with the professional look, feel and quality Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics ( 4 November 2005)
NIH official to speak at world cities event
Technical Background Article Claire Driscoll is responsible for managing the US National Institutes of Health's (NIH) patent and licensing portfolio and advises the institute on technology transfer policy and related matters
News from World Cities Alliance ( 4 November 2005)
Spanish pharma firm to improve drug discovery
User Application Article J Uriach (Barcelona, Spain) plans to improve its current developmental focus on inflammatory diseases through the deployment of the ActivityBase software
News from IDBS ( 4 November 2005)
Fast, stable and reliable analytical microbalances
The high-resolution analytical and semi-microbalances in this premium range are said to be impervious to variations in ambient conditions and the different users operating them Brochure Available
News from Sartorius Group ( 3 November 2005)
Collaborating with Max Planck over HCS
User Application Article Collaboration objectives include a mix of applications and new product development, as well as establishing a key demonstration centre for high content screening (HCS) in Europe
News from Cellomics Europe ( 3 November 2005)
Workhorse colour DSP camera is versatile
This versatile camera, which outputs VBS, Y/C or S-Video, RGB, and TTL (through-the-lens) auto/manual white balance, is especially easy to use
News from JAI ( 3 November 2005)
Atlanta microscopists on the move in November
MVA Scientific Consultants personnel will attend pharmaceutical and nanotechnology meetings in this busy month
News from MVA Scientific Consultants ( 3 November 2005)
Laser particle size analysers are cost effective
Particle size analysers are compact and easy to use, and will be especially attractive to cost-conscious users in R and D, QC and process engineering laboratories
News from Pulver Technology ( 3 November 2005)
Console-controlled compressive and tensile testing
Test frames assess quality by measuring the ability of samples to sustain applied loads and are designed for use either on the production floor or in the quality laboratory Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin ( 3 November 2005)
World's 'most powerful' chemical imaging software
Chemical imaging, in particular near infra red (NIR) chemical imaging, is emerging as the analytical tool of choice for pharmaceutical formulation development, analysis and process monitoring
News from Malvern Instruments ( 3 November 2005)
Harshness no challenge to polymer melt viscometer
Rugged process viscometer provides continuous real-time dynamic viscosity of melts with very high sensitivity and unlimited range Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion ( 2 November 2005)
Silver membranes benefit oil exploration using XRD
Silver membranes provide precise and quick preparation of clay samples, requiring a small sample size compared to other mounting techniques
News from Sterlitech ( 2 November 2005)
Quality management recognised
Mera provides inspection, installation, maintenance, repair, and consulting services for over 200 categories of medical and scientific equipment and has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification
News from Medical Equipment Repair Associates ( 2 November 2005)
Microplate products for genomic research
Designed for high-throughput polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays, the plates are compatible with almost all PCR and sequencing instruments Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences ( 2 November 2005)
Rotary selector valves handle up to six ports
A single input can be switched between two, three, four, five, or six output ports, or alternatively two, three, four, five, or six input ports can be switched to a single output port
News from Beswick Engineering ( 2 November 2005)
New pesticide references are anything but standard
Range developed as a direct result of feedback from customers about the problems of working with reference standards, in order to give laboratories exactly what they need at an affordable price.
News from LGC ( 2 November 2005)
Titration software handles third party instruments
Integration of third-party manufacturers instruments with automated titration system makes possible the determination of additional analytical parameters and obviates need for separate sample changer Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 2 November 2005)
Electronic lab notebook gains naming software
PhysChem and Nomenclature batch modules have been adopted as standard tools for many chemical and pharmaceutical companies and are now integrated into the Klee Kalabie electronic laboratory notebook
News from Advanced Chemistry Development ( 2 November 2005)
Suspended basket apparatus for Felodipine analysis
Basket is made from a precision welded steel mesh and is manufactured to the highest possible quality. It is fixed securely to the shaft and will not bend or break off Brochure Available
News from SMI-LabHut ( 2 November 2005)
CCD camera packs more punch
Camera is distinguished from the crowd of CCD cameras because of its fast frame rate, ultra-compact size, excellent sensitivity, superb image quality, light weight, and firewire interface Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics ( 2 November 2005)
Water content of turbine oils made easy
Despite its exceptionally favourable price, this member of Metrohm's Karl Fischer family leaves no wish unfulfilled for the easy rapid determination of low water contents in turbine or gear oils Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 2 November 2005)
Demonstrating Lims at water quality conference
The AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference keeps water quality professionals from across the globe up-to-date with research, regulations, and technological advances for keeping drinking water safe
News from Accelerated Technology Laboratories ( 2 November 2005)
pH measurement in protein-rich products
This range of electrodes is designed to combat the various measurement challenges presented by meats, cheeses, fruits, conserves, creams, solids, and other protein rich products Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 2 November 2005)
On a broad foundation of standards
Technical Background Article Profibus International brings about investment security through consistent engagement in international standardisation, say Peter Wenzel and Ludwig Winkel in this lengthy appraisal
News from Profibus Group ( 2 November 2005)
Analyser achieves non-destructive protein analysis
System uses Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer technology to non-destructively scan protein samples for structural defect and impurity analysis as well as process quality monitoring Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 2 November 2005)
Widest range of specialist valves
Asco Scientific has produced a new catalogue covering its comprehensive range of specialist miniature solenoid and pneumatic valve products for use in medical, biomedical and analytical applications Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics ( 2 November 2005)
Train for new generation capillary electrophoresis
A basic two day training course on Hydrasys, Hydraplus and Phoresis introduces the technical principles of automated protein and urine electrophoresis and immunofixation
News from Sebia UK ( 2 November 2005)
Firm heads to key pharma industry event
American Association of Pharmaceutical Sciences annual meeting regularly attracts more than 7500 pharmaceutical scientists from all over the world
News from Pharmaceutical Profiles ( 2 November 2005)
Oral pathology assay gives early warning
Assay indicates severity of oral infection and is early warning system for many other complications linked to peridontal disease such as heart attacks, low birth weight babies, arthritis and diabetes Brochure Available
News from Biochrom ( 2 November 2005)
The next generation of diagnostic technology
Browser-based hospital point of care data management system allows efficient, effective diagnosis at the bedside and will make quality assurance for point of care testing in hospitals easy
News from Roche Diagnostics ( 2 November 2005)
Compatibility with InChI nomenclature protocol
ChemSketch and Name introduce full compatibility with the InChI chemical nomenclature protocol, making it possible to produce unique alphanumeric string representations for chemical compounds
News from Advanced Chemistry Development ( 1 November 2005)
Filter NIR for food, feed and agri-food industries
Buchi has entered into an agreement with the German company Zeutec Opto Elektronik for the exclusive distribution of two NIR filter instruments in selected countries
News from Büchi Labortechnik ( 1 November 2005)
Now you can really know what a fume hood does
Each ductless fume hood will have a magnetised certification label outlining the certification number, the chemicals approved for usage, the filter lifetime and means of determining filter saturation
News from Erlab ( 1 November 2005)
HR director completes senior management team
ClinPhone has appointed Paul Harrop to its recently restructured senior management team Brochure Available
News from ClinPhone ( 1 November 2005)
More productivity for petrochem sample analysis
Ultra Fast gas chromatography (GC) technology allows the operator to perform the analysis in less than two minutes, which is 20 times faster than conventional GC methods Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Chromatography) ( 1 November 2005)
Laboratory PSU offers 400W from compact size
Power supply unit uses mixed-mode regulation technology which combines switch-mode pre-regulation with linear post-regulation
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 1 November 2005)
Detecting hazardous substances in synthetics
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) including benzo[a]pyren (BaP) and naphatalin were detected in plastic components used in a power tool by this laboratory Brochure Available
News from SGS (31 October 2005)
Seminar promises to make ICP-MS more affordable
Half-day seminar focuses on the affordability of the ICP-MS with Thermo Electron presenting recent advances in technology, modern applications of ICP-MS by current users
News from EISC (31 October 2005)
Olsen honoured by New Jersey Technology Council
Awards ceremony will highlight Sensors Unlimited and Gregory Olsen, an advanced technology pioneer, entrepreneur, and the world's third private space explorer
News from Sensors Unlimited (31 October 2005)
Brochures on CROs, food safety, environment tests
Three new brochures from Waters focus on contract research organisations (CROs), food safety, and environmental sample testing
News from Waters (31 October 2005)
Lims demonstrations at Weftec 2005
The largest water quality exhibition in North America (30 October - 2 November 2005, Washington DC) will see demonstrations of Sample Master Pro
News from Accelerated Technology Laboratories (31 October 2005)
PTFE coating on wire and tube sub-components
Coatings can be applied to tubing components for catheter and laparoscopic applications, microfluidic tubing, electrospray ionisation (ESI), medical probes (including DBS), arthroscopy and other uses
News from Point Technologies (31 October 2005)
Camera guides Stanford team to Darpa victory
User Application Article Challenge was sponsored by the Pentagon to encourage the development of robot-guided vehicles to make the transport of supplies in hazardous zones safer for humans
News from JAI (31 October 2005)
Investing in R and D for product development
Product developer and contract manufacturer of toiletries and colour cosmetics is expanding its research and development team to establish a hair care division
News from COSi (31 October 2005)
Compact zoom lens is radiation resistant
Optical tracking zoom utilises special glass that can withstand long term exposure to high levels of radiation (up to a total dose of 108rads) and temperature (55C) without discoloration Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (31 October 2005)
Cancer diagnostics to reach $7.4 billion by 2009
Despite the high price tag and hesitation by payer groups, the demand for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) cancer tests will continue to increase as the annual incidence of new cancer cases soars
News from Kalorama Information (31 October 2005)
Farfield's new UK headquarters
Move to Crewe will allow the company to enjoy the benefits of a modern business environment while maintaining its links with the academic and industrial research community in the north of the UK
News from Farfield Scientific (31 October 2005)
Buying Princeton Gamma-Tech's X-ray business
Both Roentec and the PGT microanalysis business will be combined into the new Bruker AXS microanalysis group, which will focus on the $150 million per annum global X-ray microanalysis market Brochure Available
News from Bruker Daltonics (31 October 2005)
Free Lims breakfast seminar at AWWA WQTC
Being held at the American Water Works Association's Water Quality Technology Conference at the Hilton Hotel in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada on Monday 7 November 2005
News from Accelerated Technology Laboratories (31 October 2005)
SWIR spectrometer offers range of applications
Provides wavelength scans over the 1.1 to 2.2 micron range, allowing real-time monitoring of reactions in analytical laboratories and process control applications in many industries
News from AstraNet Systems (31 October 2005)
Affordable benchtop cellular analysis
Flow cytometry system provides scientists with an accurate solution to combined multicolour analysis and absolute cell counting
News from Guava Technologies (31 October 2005)
Making a mark in marketing
GenTech Scientific announces the appointments of Tommy Le as IT/web designer and Raymond Kohl as marketing coordinator
News from Gentech Scientific (31 October 2005)
Fifth edition of protein blotting handbook
Protein blotting is a key technology used by every protein laboratory to detect low amounts of proteins in complex samples or monitor protein expression and purification Brochure Available
News from Millipore (31 October 2005)
A new standard for pH titration
The fixed ground-joint diaphragm allows low-noise potential measurements dependent only on the ionic strength and stirring speed, thus meeting crucial requirements for a rapid and precise titration Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (31 October 2005)
Project manager for team of nurse educators
Jackie Bedford has been appointed by Bayer Diagnostics to co-ordinate activities of nurse educators who provide training and support for users of Bayer's urine analysis and blood glucose instruments
News from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics (31 October 2005)
Budget KF titrator for moisture analysis in food
Karl Fisher titrator for moisture analysis in the food industry combines easy routine operation with flexibility, allowing adaptation of the instrument configuration to special requirements Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (31 October 2005)
MCerts 2005 focuses on air monitoring standards
Technical Background Article Far more than just a training event; it has become the focal point for the air monitoring community, providing a forum in which news and views on legislation and technology can be exchanged
News from MCERTS Exhibition (31 October 2005)
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