A Guide to Different Types of Stirrers
There are a variety of stirrers available for laboratory use, each having their own qualities which make them more suitable…
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What is the Differences Between Glass Types commonly used for Laboratory Glassware?
Glass types can be confusing to understand, however, the variation in chemical composition provides the glass with different properties. Two…
Where can the WTW reagent free COD method be used? How does reagent free COD compare to standard methods?
WTW has developed an innovative reagent free system to measure COD, Nitrate and Nitrite without the need for vials. The…
What is sodium error or Na error in a pH electrode?
Q: I am looking to buy a pH electrode, many of them say “Na error over…” – what does this…
Which filters are best to prepare samples for heavy metals analysis?
Filtering water samples before ICP-MS or HPLC analysis for heavy metals testing is good practice – to help protect these…
How can I test Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG) in water and wastewater?
In the UK alone, there are around 200,000 sewer blockages per year – with an estimated 75% of these caused…
How to work out the thread size on a bottle, barrel or container
If you are looking for a pump to dispense liquid from a bottle or barrel, you may need to know…
The Top 5 ways to assess Lab equipment and instruments before you buy
If you’re looking at new lab equipment or instruments, you will probably shop around and research the options before you…
How Memmert Peltier units save energy and improve accuracy vs traditional compressor type appliances
Memmert launched their first peltier cooled incubator, the IPP model, in 2000 and followed with the contant climate chambers, HPP…
What gloves are suitable for RNAse free environments?
Simply wearing gloves may not provide sufficient protection against RNAse – we’ve taken a look at what precautions should be…
How should I store my micropipettes?
Many tasks in the lab rely on accurate liquid volume measurement using a micropipette. To keep the pipette accurate it…
How should I handle and care for my calibration weights?
An important part of accurate weighing is regular calibration of your balances. If you use calibration weights to perform a…