Plastic consumables are a common item in laboratories and other industries, which leads to a large amount of plastic waste. It has become more important recently to increase the sustainability of the plastic used in plastic consumables to help reduce and recycle plastic waste. Eppendorf have recently released some bio-based tubes as a more sustainable option to plastic tubes to help combat thi...
Astell Scientific autoclaves are trusted to ensure the safety and reliability of laboratory work at Barts Cancer Institute, Queen Mary University of London.
Read on to see how the Cancer Research UK Centre of Excellence uses their autoclave and why they chose Astell for this vital instrument.
[caption id="attachment_11289" align="aligncenter" width="527"] Loading the autoclave at Barts Cancer...
Simply wearing gloves may not provide sufficient protection against RNAse - we've taken a look at what precautions should be taken, and which gloves are suitable for RNAse free labs.
RNAse contamination
It is generally acknowledged that RNA is more prone to degradation than DNA, which may be because of the ubiquity and robustness of RNases.
This means researchers wishing to maintai...
Astell's range of Benchtop autoclaves offer a totally self-contained solution with no need to connect a water supply.
The range offers fast, flexible sterilization with standard or custom programs available all in standalone, benchtop units.
[caption id="attachment_10246" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Benchtop Autoclave by Astell - totally self contained, the unit doesn't require conne...
No - the small, portable Prestige Medical Autoclave 2100 does not need to be plumbed in to a fixed water supply, but should be filled with deionised water. [caption id="attachment_7301" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The 2100 Prestige Medical Autoclave[/caption] The unit simply needs filling with distilled or deionised water up to the marker in the chamber. NB tap water should no...
Do you want accurate and high quality results without breaking the bank? SAVE OVER BRANDED FILTERS! Our new range of syringe filters are ideal for numerous applications in pharmaceutical, environmental, biotechnology, food/bev and agricultural testing laboratories. The Camlab range includes: NYL Polyamide MCE (Mixed Cellulose Ester) PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) PTFE (polytetra-f...
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I came across your article about "DPD Tablets" on Camlab Info, and it's a valuable resource for anyone seeking information about water testing and analysis using DPD tablets. Your explanation of their usage and significance in water quality monitoring is quite informative.
This article on nanocolor tube tests is a gem for analytical enthusiasts. The idea of zero calibration is intriguing, and your detailed explanation makes it accessible. The step-by-step process helps demystify the technique for beginners like me. The use cases you've highlighted, particularly in...
Grant have introduced the new Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT), which is a liquid nitrogen and cryogen free controlled rate freeze and thaw system for cryopreservation in a wide range of applications. Cryopreservation is a process where biological materials such as cells, tissues...
A dipslide is a means of testing the microbial content of liquids. This is a common method of monitoring and measuring microbial activity within many systems and commonly cooling systems. Usually the use of a dipslide is the first line of defence for the testing of microbial issues that could be...
Purchasing items using donated funds without the burden of VAT will now save many Millions of pounds each year which can be put to better use in advancing scientific knowledge to provide new treatments and cures that will shape the medicines of the future.
Working with pressure/vacuum conditions in the lab is common but not all products are designed to withstand this. Products with appropriate geometry and wall thickness are suitable for working safely with pressure. For example, filtering flasks, desiccators, or flat flange vessels, as well as...
