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<center><STRONG>Design Scientific</STRONG>
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The MiniZone Zone Refiner utilizes the principle of multiple moving-zone recrystallization to purify chemicals. Typical applications of the MiniZone include: preparation of standards, concentration of impurities, ultra-purification of chemicals.<br>
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<center><STRONG>Millipore</STRONG>
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<P align=justify>Millipore's exclusive Progard™ TL1 and Progard TL2 sanitizing pretreatment packs are designed to automate the sanitization process for Millipore's Elix<sup>®</sup> and RiOs™ water purification systems. The new pretreatment packs are easy to use and eliminate the need to handle chemicals with a built-in sanitization agent.
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Platform XS ISC-MS is an advanced, high performance elemental analysis system that provides outstanding analytical performance through its new and unique SABER<sup>®</sup> collision cell technology.
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<center><STRONG>Shimadzu Scientific Instruments</STRONG>
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<P align=justify>Shimadzu’s FTIR Prestige provides patented precision control, stabilization of the optical bench, and a S/N ratio of 40,000:1. It can measure in the Near IR, Mid IR and Far IR ranges and features “Quick Start” automatic accessory recognition, which identifies the accessory when installed, sets optimum measurement parameters, and performs validation functions to ensure accurate data collection.
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<center><STRONG>Brookhaven Instruments</STRONG>
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Brookhaven announces 21 CFR Part 11 Compliant Software. We have developed the NEW BI-PSD21 software for our 90Plus particle size analyzer to assist our customers to comply with the regulations in providing an enhanced level of data security.
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<center><STRONG>BrandTech Scientific</STRONG>
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Whisper-quiet, corrosion resistant, oil-free VACUUBRAND vacuum pumps from BrandTech Scientific don't require cold-traps for most applications. Annual savings in dry ice or liquid nitrogen can exceed pump cost. Order through lab dealers.
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<center><STRONG>Anton Paar USA</STRONG>
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<P align=justify> The MCR series of instruments from Physica feature a wide range of accessories and can be configured for applications ranging from simple QC/QA testing to advanced research and development.
Application-specific tests are pre-programmed for adhesives, paints, coatings, polymers, and more, simplifying analysis and report generation.
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<center><STRONG>Cambridge Applied Systems</STRONG>
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<P align=justify> The AV571 High Throughput Autoviscometer, a fully automated viscometer with 42 position autosampler, is unique in that it accurately measures up to 30 samples per hour and permits fully unattended operation. The results can be sent to other databases to match
up with other parameters.
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<P align=justify>The block heater is a convenient answer to the laboratory's need for a small constant temperature heater that can accommodate a variety of different sizes. Heater opening is a standard SBS format, which allows heating of standard well plates (low or high profile). Our block heater features a digital control with easy set-up and simple input commands, making this control very user friendly. This control is single-loop and auto-tuning that automatically set PID control parameters for optimum system performance. Maintains temperature from slightly above ambient to
125<sup>º</sup>C +/- 1<sup>º</sup>C.
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<center><STRONG>Sartorius</STRONG>
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<P align=justify><br>The CP Series of laboratory balances from Sartorius offers a totally new design and several unique features, including a large, triangular-shaped weigh pan; a new, modular design draft shield; and an exceptionally bright backlit display with extra large digits. There are 25 models in the CP Series including analyticals, top loaders, and 2 newly redesigned microbalances. The balances offer readabilities from 0.001 mg to 1 g and weighing capacities from 2 g to 34 kg. Advanced monolithic load cell technology offers faster response times and reduced susceptibility to temperature drifts. All models have been affordably priced. <br>
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<center><STRONG>Thermo Electron Corp.</STRONG>
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<P align=justify>Thermo Electron Corp. introduces the Nicolet™ Evolution™ 300, an innovative, "smart" UV-Visible spectrophotometer designed to meet the demands of today's modern laboratories. The instrument offers high-performance, ease-of-use, and the needed tools to make compliance with regulatory agencies streamlined and simplified. The Nicolet Evolution 300 is the first UV-Vis instrument to offer Smart Accessories. The accessories feature auto-recognition, smart alignment and serial number reporting, which saves time and increases productivity in the laboratory.
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<center><STRONG>Hellma USA</STRONG>
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Hellma offers a variety of Fiber Optic Immersion Probes for Lab, Process control, High/Low temperatures, etc. Removable tip designs or fixed paths are available with different diameter measuring heads. FO adapter can be used with older non-FO instruments. Hellma probes are unique in their high light throughput which is unmatched by any other company.
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<center><STRONG>Digilab</STRONG>
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U-2810 UV-Vis double-beam spectrophotometer has high resolution (band pass: 1.5nm), can analyze sample volumes as small as 5 µL, and is PC-controlled using UV Solutions® software. U-2810 is ideally suited for routine analysis applications and research labs.
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<center><STRONG>PSSC </STRONG>
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Seta oil test centrifuge is a microprocessor controlled programmable
heating centrifuge that meets the specification of ASTM, IP, ISO, and DIN,
accepts 6 and 8 inch tubes.
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<center><STRONG>Waters</STRONG>
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Waters provides a wide selection of innovatively-designed glass and plastic vials that are both screw and snap cap with different septum options for your autosamplers.
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<center><STRONG> Hanna Instruments</STRONG>
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Hanna Instruments produces the HI 1083 pH/ORP electrode designed for the laboratory. The electrode features an open junction and a reduced diameter, ideal for small culture media applications.
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<center><STRONG>Polymicro Technologies, LLC </STRONG>
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<li type=disc>Light Guiding Capillary Tubing</li>
<li type=disc>Unique detection schemes</li>
<li type=disc>UV initiated reactions without polyimide removal</li>
<li type=disc>New chromatographic columns</li>
<li type=disc>Optical monitoring of fluids</li>
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<center><STRONG> PerkinElmer</STRONG>
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The new PerkinElmer TurboMatrix GC headspace sampler with built-in trap offers lowest detection limits, more speed, less prep and cleanup, and higher productivity.
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<center><STRONG>Brinkmann Instruments</STRONG>
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Brinkmann celebrates four decades of superb performance of Eppendorf Tubes<sup><small>TM</small></sup>.
For a limited time get 40% more Eppendorf Safe-Lock tubes FREE!
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<center><STRONG>Gilson </STRONG>
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Gilson's new innovative <small>MALDI</small>LC™ System performs nano to micro HPLC of peptides and tryptic digests with fraction collection and simultaneous matrix addition to MALDI targets.
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<center><STRONG>Sonics & Materials</STRONG>
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FAST ULTRASONIC PROCESSING: multi-element probes were designed to process 96 samples simultaneously. These probes meet the ever-increasing demand to prepare samples, disrupt cells, disaggregate, homogenize, and more.
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<center><STRONG>Barnstead International</STRONG>
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<P align=justify>Thermolyne's Cimarec line has a NEW design. The new design offers the same quality engineered, solid ceramic top ensuring high impact strength, acid and alkali resistance. The reflective bright white top plate enhances visibility of vessel contents. Three top plate sizes accommodate numerous bench space and application requirements. Sizes include 4x4, 7x7, 12x12 inch hot plates, stirrers, and stirring hot plates. All units now have pilot lights and integral support rod holder. Specifications include a maximum operating temperature of 538°C (1000°F) and stirring speeds ranging from 100 to 1,000 rpm. Remote-controlled Cimarec units are also available for fume hood applications.
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<P align=justify>Brinkmann proudly introduces the new Eppendorf compact refrigerated Centrifuge 5702 R. Never before has there been a more affordable refrigerated centrifuge for low-speed clinical and research applications.
With a maximum speed of
3,000 x g and the choice of fixed-angle or swing-bucket rotors, popular round bottom and conical tubes from 1.1 ml to 85 ml can be accommodated; and 20 x 10 ml blood tubes or 30 x 15 ml conical tubes can be centrifuged without sacrificing valuable bench space.
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<center><STRONG>EST Analytical</STRONG>
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The <em>NEW</em> EST Centurion 100 position purge and trap autosampler is available. Designed for environmental and municipal laboratories, the Centurion was developed to give maximum sampling flexibility at an affordable price. The system accepts EPA standard 40 mL VOA vials and includes a Windows CE<sup><small>TM</small></sup> operating system, programmable internal standards(3max), dual concentrator capability, dual GC mode, and a hot water rinse to ensure a clean sample pathway.
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