DWK safety blog – autoclaving glass bottles
An autoclave is a specialised piece of equipment which is a physical method for disinfection and sterilisation. The process is…
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DWK safety tips and tricks – Autoclave plastic bottles
A variety of laboratory processes require sterile containers. If you’re using laboratory plasticware, it is important to consider several factors…
How do you sterilise liquids using an Autoclave?
Most labs will need to sterilise liquid solutions. Media, agar, saline, water and lysogeny broth to name a few, but…
What are the cooling options available for Autoclaves?
Waiting for the cooling of your autoclave after the sterilisation cycle can be the most time-consuming stage, if there is…
Astell Autoclaves providing vital decontamination and sterilisation at Barts Cancer Institute, London
Astell Scientific autoclaves are trusted to ensure the safety and reliability of laboratory work at Barts Cancer Institute, Queen Mary…
Steam generation in Autoclaves explained
Autoclaves sterilise objects or media in their chamber by exposing them to a high temperature, typically 121oC, and steam pressurised…
What type of Autoclave would suit my needs?
There are a number of key points to consider when choosing what type of autoclave to go for: What is your laboratory’s…
How does an Autoclave Work?
Autoclaves are used in many different industries to sterilise equipment by subjecting them to high-pressure saturated steam at high temperatures….
Autofill vs Classic – Which Benchtop Autoclave is best for me?
There are a number of different factors that must come into consideration when choosing which autoclave is best for you. Firstly,…
Fully programmable Autoclaves without plumbing! The Benchtop series by Astell
Astell’s range of Benchtop autoclaves offer a totally self-contained solution with no need to connect a water supply. The range…
Does the Prestige Medical Autoclave 2100 need a water connection?
No – the small, portable Prestige Medical Autoclave 2100 does not need to be plumbed in to a fixed water…
Mercury free solutions for autoclave temperature monitoring
Mercury is a naturally occurring element found in the air, water and soil however exposure to the substance, even in small…