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LABORATORYTALK
The Independent Weekly Product Information
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Published every Wednesday from the
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Issue 62: 16 October 2002
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2356
product announcements and technical articles
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In this issue:
* Editor's Message
* Our Top Ten new
Products Selection
1. Microscissors for precise dissection
2. Spectrophotometer offers wavelength, time scanning
3.
Bubble free, trouble free solvent degassing
4. Platelet
function assessed rapidly
5. Toxic effects of chemicals on
aquatic organisms
6. Big improvements to graphical data
acquisition
7. Microscopy relief contrast system
8.
Excelling at cell counting
9. Low cost real time x-ray
inspection
10. Calibrate and validate HPLC
* New Technical
Articles and Case Studies
* ...And take a look at these stories
too...
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Russ Swan, Editor, writes:
We live in an age when the
boundaries between fact and fiction are increasingly blurred.
Entertainment masquerades as news in the most popular newspapers, and
for many people the on-screen antics of soap opera characters are more
important than real events around the world.
So I am
appalled by today's news that the Royal Society of Chemistry is
awarding an Honorary Fellowship to a fictional character. Sherlock
Holmes is credited, says RSC, with being the first detective to use
chemical science as a means of detection. Wrong. He never existed, so
he can hardly have made any contribution to anything. If RSC wanted to
recognise anybody, it could have - should have - bestowed its honours
on the author and creator of Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle, not his
fictitious creation.
RSC's cheap publicity stunt will
achieve its aim of garnering coverage of the Society. But this is
coverage based on ridicule, rather than respect. The Society has also
managed to diminish the value of all RSC Fellowships, now and in the
future. This was once a highly prestigious award, reserved for the
greatest of practitioners of chemistry. Who will be next to join the
pantheon of Honorary Fellows? Homer Simpson, recognised for his
contribution to nuclear safety?
Today's news marks a new
low in the desperation of some elements of the science establishment
to appear interesting to the general public. Science can be made
interesting without resorting to reality-blurring tactics of tawdry
tabloid newspapers, and we should expect our learned societies to be
setting a better example than this.
I hope you find this
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Alternatively, the full stories behind all the
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OUR TOP
TEN NEW PRODUCTS SELECTION
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1.
Microscissors for precise dissection
Lumsden BioScissors
are a unique tool specifically designed for performing fine
microdissection of slippery embryonic and neuronal tissue with ease
and precision. The secret to their functionality lies in the
hand-crafted pivotless blades which cut from the tips backwards
(unlike any other scissors). In practice this means that dissection
can be much more accurately controlled as well as more clearly
visible. The scissors are easily operated with only one hand (unlike
tungsten needles), leaving the other hand free for refocusing the
microscope during dissection.
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2.
Spectrophotometer offers wavelength, time scanning
The new
U-1800 UV/Vis instrument from Hitachi is an entry-level, self
contained unit with a large, high resolution LCD, new control software
and a four-cell changer as standard. This extremely versatile
instrument has wavelength scanning, time scanning, photometry and
ratio measurement capabilities packed into a small (A3) size
footprint.
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3.
Bubble free, trouble free solvent degassing
CSI's 6150
range of vacuum degassers provides efficient, effective solvent
degassing without the inconvenience, expense and potential hazards of
helium degassing. The CSI vacuum degassers use only electrical power,
require no gas supplies and no solvent vapours can escape to the
laboratory atmosphere.
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4.
Platelet function assessed rapidly
The revolutionary
PFA-100 analyser from Sysmex UK rapidly assesses platelet function and
enables the reliable detection of inherited, acquired and induced
platelet disorders. Easy to use with results available in less than
five minutes, the PFA-100 has been designed to provide information
quickly and accurately using an extremely simple test principle. No
sample preparation or operator training is required, and the system
can conveniently analyse less than 1ml of citrated whole blood for up
to four hours post-venipuncture.
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5.
Toxic effects of chemicals on aquatic organisms
Aquire
contains scientific papers published both nationally and
internationally on the toxic effects of chemicals to aquatic organisms
and plants. Aquire covers toxic effect data, including lethal,
sublethal, and residue effects, on all aquatic species including
plants and animals and freshwater and saltwater species. Amphibians
are included in Aquire, with the life stages that exist exclusively in
the water, eg, tadpole.
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6. Big
improvements to graphical data acquisition
DasyLab 7.0
enables users without the time for programming to create the perfect
on-screen control panel and information display, and handle the
interface to their data acquisition hardware at the same time. DasyLab
features an excellent 'getting started' tutorial as well as a long
list of improvements to the working environment. It has also been
fully tested with Windows XP.
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7.
Microscopy relief contrast system
A new technique
developed by Olympus called Relief Contrast (RC) gives an adjustable
three dimensional highlighting of relief features. This simplifies the
functional positioning of living cells before electrodes,
micro-injectors and micromanipulators are put in place - particularly
valuable for ICSI, other IVF techniques, and transgenic work.
* Request a free brochure by post:
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8.
Excelling at cell counting
The Excell 22 five part
differential automatic haematology analyser uses impedance technology
with a proprietary laser and patented platelet counting technique for
assured accuracy and reliability. With a minimum throughput of 70
samples per hour in direct mode and a flexible 'Sample Saver' mode for
80µl volumes, the Excell 22 satisfies a wide range of end user
requirements.
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9. Low
cost real time x-ray inspection
This compact benchtop
system offers a breakthrough in cost-effective and easy to use, real
time x-ray inspection. By making high resolution, real time microfocus
x-ray more affordable than ever before, X-Tek says the Linx is set to
rock the market with a base price of only £37,500. It is ideally
suited to a broad range of applications including BGA, µBGA, and flip
chip inspection and is expected to be of particular appeal to rework
houses, universities, research laboratories and general inspection
facilities.
* Request a free brochure by post:
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10.
Calibrate and validate HPLC
The HPLC/CE/detector kit is
designed for calibration and performance verification of variable
wavelength detectors and diode array detectors (Dad) in HPLC and CE,
as well as benchtop UV-Vis spectrophotometers. The solutions in this
kit can be used to perform four different calibration tests:
wavelength accuracy, wavelength precision (repeatability) and
absorbance linearity in addition to absolute absorbance accuracy.
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New Technical Articles and Case Studies
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REMOVING DOUBTS FROM BRINELL TESTING
(Indentec, 16 October
2002)
PBA Heat Treatment is eliminating human errors in Brinell
hardness testing with one of the most advanced automatic measuring
systems in the UK
* Free brochure on Brinell:
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CHOOSING LONG-TERM STORAGE OF CLINICAL SAMPLES
(Micronic, 15
October 2002)
The Institute of Clinical Pharmacology at Wuppertal
provides a central service within Bayer for the storage and analysis
of blood samples from clinical studies
* Free brochure on
TraXis:
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*
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COLLECTING DATA FROM OPTICAL GAUGES
(Adept Scientific, 14
October 2002)
Lithium battery manufacturer uses software to
collect incoming serial data from optical gauge, parse, filter,
format, and transfer it to PC
* Free brochure on WinWedge:
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THE
CHALLENGE OF 21CFR 11 COMPLIANCE
(Adept Scientific, 16 October
2002)
Case study about Kelaroo focuses on E-Notebook's ability to
cope with an organisation's administration and security requirements -
particularly key for 21CFR11 compliance
* Free brochure on
E-Notebook:
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COMPARING TECHNIQUES FOR ANALYSING ORGANOTINS
(Agilent
Technologies, 14 October 2002)
Study suggests that HPLC-ICP-MS is
appropriate for determinations of large sample batches, while
GC-ICP-MS is a better tool for monitoring studies at the ultratrace
level
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...And
take a look at these stories too...
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GETTING A HANDLE ON CALIBRATION
(TTi (Thurlby Thandar
Instruments), 11 October 2002)
Handheld meter can measure and
calibrate most temperature instruments, and offers ease of use with
'no-menu' controls
* Free brochure on Fluke 724:
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* Read more:
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THREE-IN-ONE HARDNESS TESTER
(Indentec, 14 October 2002)
Designed to carry out Rockwell, Vickers, and Brinell tests to
official standards, this saves having to buy extra kit to meet
requirements involving two or more hardness scales
* Free
brochure on Universal:
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* Read more:
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THERMO-MECHANICAL FATIGUE TESTING
(Instron, 14 October 2002)
Aimed at aerospace, these systems test materials used in gas and jet
turbines to ensure they can withstand arduous operating conditions
such as emergency shutdowns and afterburner activation
* Free
brochure on 8862:
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EASY
AND COST-EFFECTIVE MULTIPLEX PCR
(Qiagen, 15 October 2002)
Suited for many types of multiplex PCR applications including typing
and analysis of transgenic organisms, amplification of multiple DNA
regions for SNP analysis, and others
* Free brochure on Multiplex
PCR kit:
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*
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20MHZ HIGH SPEED DATA ACQUISITION BOARD
(Talisman
Electronics, 10 October 2002)
Board sets a new standard for
high-speed data acquisition performance on the PCI bus, offering four
12-bit analogue inputs with sample rates up to 20MHz
* Free
brochure on PCI-DAS4020/12:
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HIGH
ACCURACY TORQUE TRANSDUCERS IN SMALL PACKAGES
(RDP Electronics,
14 October 2002)
These transducers are primarily used in
reaction-type applications such as motor dynamometers, twist
measurements and friction-skid test measurements
* Free brochure
on QW:
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*
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PROBE TRANSMITS RH ON RF
(Silvertree Engineering, 14
October 2002)
This new range enables industry standard
temperature and relative humidity probes to be linked into a wireless
data logging system
* Free brochure on PT100:
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BANKING ON BLOOD
(Frost and Sullivan, 11 October 2002)
The
blood banking devices market will continue to post steady figures,
aided by the industry's flexibility and adaptability to changing
market needs and technological advancements
* Free brochure on
3842:
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CLEVER THINKING ON SMART MATERIALS
(Frost and Sullivan, 16
October 2002)
Analysis reveals developments in smart materials,
profiles R and D efforts at more than two dozen organisations, and
reviews companies that have smart material-based products
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635NM
CIRCULAR BEAM LASER DIODE MODULES
(Photonic Products, 10 October
2002)
Red laser diodes offer the world's first circular beam with
a 1.2 (typ) aspect ratio for laser diodes in the 635nm wavelength
band
* Free brochure on Maru:
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DIGITAL HOTPLATE GOES HEAVY METAL
(Bibby Sterilin, 10 October
2002)
Ideal for applications requiring highly precise and uniform
temperatures such as warming microscope slides, microarrays, and other
specialised hot surface work
* Free brochure on SD160:
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CALIBRATE INFRARED PYROMETERS
(Omega Engineering, 14 October
2002)
Hot/cold blackbody calibration source provides a stable
calibration point allowing the user to calibrate or test most infrared
pyrometers quickly and accurately
* Free brochure on BB701:
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ECONOMICAL WAY TO SIMPLIFY SAMPLE PREPARATION
(Advanced
ChemTech Europe, 15 October 2002)
Tool transforms an ordinary
laboratory rotary evaporator into a productive tool that can evaporate
up to 33 samples simultaneously without breaking the budget
*
Free brochure on ActEvap:
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PROBE
FOR PORTABLE PH METERS
(Prominent Fluid Controls (UK), 15 October
2002)
Probe contains a plastic shaft electrode with built-in Pt
1000 temperature sensor, alowing both temperature compensated pH
measurement and a direct readout of temperature
* Free brochure
on ILFa-PHEKT 013F:
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* Read more:
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OPTIMAL DRYING OF MICROPLATE SAMPLES
(Genevac, 15 October
2002)
Heat transfer plate acts as an insert beneath the plastic
microplate facilitating efficient thermal energy transfer directly to
the walls of the microplate
* Free brochure on Heat transfer
plates:
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LENSES PROVIDE COMPACT, HIGH EFFICIENCY COUPLING
(Moritex
Europe, 15 October 2002)
Range of aspheric lenses designed to
enhance optical device packaging applications that involve laser,
transceiver, or passive modules
* Free brochure on Aspheric
lenses:
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SAMPLE STORAGE RACKS TO SUIT ALL APPLICATIONS
(Micronic, 16
October 2002)
Cost effective media for sample storage, tracking
and identification in a convenient 96-well microplate format
*
Free brochure on Sample storage:
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* Read more:
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NEW
DESIGN FOR ROTARY EVAPORATORS
(Bibby Sterilin, 16 October
2002)
With the option of plastic coated glassware for increased
safety, the new range offers top performance at an affordable price
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VPSEM
FOR LARGE SAMPLES
(Hitachi High-Technologies, 15 October 2002)
Scanning electron microscope is capable of handling specimens up to
254mm in diameter, 70mm in height, and 2kg in weight
* Free
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LIMS
CERTIFIED FOR SAP
(Lims (USA), 16 October 2002)
Certification of the interface confirms the existence of product
functionality in accordance with SAP's certification procedure
*
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