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Month: October 2016

How can I stop my syringe filters getting blocked up?

October 31, 2016October 24, 2016 Sophie Bryant

Syringe filtration is a great, quick method of filtering samples prior to further analysis by HPLC, UV-VIS analysis or other…

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Should I choose a Natural or Fan Assisted Laboratory Oven?

October 28, 2016October 24, 2016 Sophie Bryant

Many laboratories use ovens to heat, dry, age, degas, cure or condition samples. Lab ovens are usually available as natural…

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JB Academy water baths

What water should I use in a water bath?

October 26, 2016October 24, 2016 Sophie Bryant

Using the right water in your water bath will help to avoid corrosion and give the bath a longer life….

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SMP10 melting point

How do I prepare samples for melting point analysis?

October 24, 2016October 24, 2016 Sophie Bryant

Melting point tests provide a fast and simple method to verify the purity of solid samples in the lab after…

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Autofill vs Classic – Which Benchtop Autoclave is best for me?

October 21, 2016October 21, 2016 Emma Atkin

There are a number of different factors that must come into consideration when choosing which autoclave is best for you. Firstly,…

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Vacuum Filtration with solvents – which vacuum pump is compatible?

October 19, 2016August 6, 2018 Sophie Bryant

When performing a vacuum filtration, the solvent present can dictate the pump used. This is because some pumps are not…

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Penetration testing – consistency analysis in semi-solid products in food, cosmetics and more

October 17, 2016October 17, 2016 Sophie Bryant 2 Comments

Quality control tests in manufacturing environments are key to ensuring the finished product meets the agreed specification and is consistent…

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handheld pH meters by Jenway

The new Jenway 550 and 570 pH meters – replacement for the Jenway 370

October 14, 2016October 17, 2016 Sophie Bryant

To replace the very popular Jenway 370 handheld pH meter, two new models have recently been released. The Jenway 550…

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aluminium foil test in an ultrasonic bath

Testing the performance of ultrasonic baths

October 12, 2016October 12, 2016 Sophie Bryant 1 Comment

Ultrasonic baths are a great way to clean items or to dissolve solids into solvents fast. If you are concerned…

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Soil

How can I determine the amount of available potassium in soils?

October 7, 2016October 5, 2016 Emma Atkin

Soil is a mix of organic matter, minerals, air, liquids and other organisms. It is vital in supporting life on Earth…

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What are the differences between Western Blot and ELISA assays?

October 5, 2016July 1, 2020 Lucy Cook

What is Western Blot? The Western blot is an analytical technique used to detect specific proteins which have been separated by gel…

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