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Category: Plastics

DWK – Choosing laboratory plasticware with the right chemical compatibility

August 9, 2022November 1, 2022 Lucy Wakeling 1 Comment

Plasticware is required for a variety of laboratory processes. An understanding of plastic chemical compatibility – its physical properties, and…

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DWK safety tips and tricks – Autoclave plastic bottles

July 11, 2022November 1, 2022 Lucy Wakeling Leave a comment

A variety of laboratory processes require sterile containers. If you’re using laboratory plasticware, it is important to consider several factors…

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What are the different types of plastic?

May 26, 2022May 27, 2022 Charley Robinson 2 Comments

Plastic is a material made from polymers that can be shaped and moulded for various uses. When looking for a…

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Parafilm

Parafilm: Frequently asked questions

January 20, 2021October 31, 2022 David Miller 33 Comments

Parafilm is a semi-transparent sealing film that is used widely in labs and beyond since it was invented in the…

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Ergonomically Designed Wash Bottles

July 19, 2018July 19, 2018 Luke Scicluna

This new range of wash bottles from Azlon has changed in design to a round wash bottle with an integral…

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Problems Storing Light Sensitive Reagents? We have a Solution

March 16, 2018March 16, 2018 Luke Scicluna

Most laboratories are familiar with storing valuable photosensitive reagents and solutions in natural PP tubes simply wrapped in tin foil to “protect” them from…

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Reusable Plastic Labware – where can I get this?

March 2, 2018 Luke Scicluna

Reusable plastic labware is one of those items most people do not consider of key importance, yet when it is not available one…

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lined and liner-less bottle caps

What is a liner-less bottle? When would you choose a liner-less design bottle?

February 22, 2017February 21, 2017 Sophie Bryant

Sample storage bottles are sometimes described as “liner-less” – this means that the cap does not have an inner lining….

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Complying to USP39 – Storing light sensitive liquids

January 27, 2017January 26, 2017 Emma Atkin

Certain liquids are light sensitive, their molecules have weak bonds that can break apart when exposed to light and make…

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Thermotech PTFE beakers

Thermotech PTFE Beakers for strong heating

February 5, 2016February 24, 2016 Sophie Bryant

PTFE offers a great alternative to glass for laboratory items, because of it’s strength, chemical resistance and high purity. For…

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Burkle’s Bio-Plastic Range – reducing the carbon footprint of lab plastics

September 4, 2015August 26, 2015 Sophie Bryant

Sampling work often requires plastic items like scoops or spoons to collect the sample, and these are often disposable, one…

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Have you tried Azlon storage bottles?

January 26, 2015January 23, 2015 Sophie Bryant

The popular range of Azlon HDPE storage bottles by SciLabWare have been redesigned to improve the features and benefits.

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