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Advancing Elemental Analysis for Environmental, Materials, and Consumer Safety Applications
PerkinElmer, Inc announced the launch of the NexION™ 300 Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS) for elemental analysis. “The NexION 300 platform advances trace element analysis, and its introduction is perfectly timed to help address global problems ranging from contamination of our air, water and food to the integrity of pharmaceuticals and nutritional supplements, as well as the safety of emerging nanomaterials,” explained Martin Long, Vice President, Spectroscopy, Analytical Sciences and Laboratory Services, PerkinElmer.
He added: “Researchers can now benefit from a simplified system for analysis of trace elements in the parts-per-trillion range, allowing even non-expert users to perform complex analyses. The new NexION 300 system also greatly reduces the need for daily user maintenance and cleaning, translating into minimal downtime and less need for highly-skilled operators."
The NexION 300 instrument features the patented Universal Cell Technology™ (UCT) and is the only instrument of its kind with three modes of interference removal - Standard, Collision and Reaction. These three modes allow scientists to choose the appropriate technique for their particular application, based on the complexity of the problem to be solved.
NexION’s Standard mode can be used for simple and routine analyses. Collision mode is effective for semi-quantitative analyses, environmental sample monitoring and testing unknown samples. Reaction mode, using patented DRC™ technology, provides the best detection limits available, for even the most difficult elements and matrices such as semiconductor testing. The NexION 300 system can be integrated with chromatography systems for effective speciation analysis to enable customers to accurately separate and measure the toxicity, bioavailability, metabolism and environmental mobility of elements.
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Increased Flexibility for Diluting and Dispensing Based on Hamilton’s leading
Hamilton Company introduced MICROLAB 600 – the next generation in its line of semiautomated laboratory diluters and dispensers for preanalytical sample preparation.
syringe technology and positive displacement dispensing, the new instrument has been designed for ease of use and offers flexibility for more routines and smaller sample volumes. The ML600 is ideal for a range of applications including blood alcohol and metals analyses. The new ML600 features an internet- enabled controller with an icon-based graphical touch screen for increased ease of use.
Syringe resolution has been increased in the ML600, allowing the programming of smaller intervals and sample volumes. Proprietary Negative Dead Volume (NDV) syringes eliminate trapped air bubbles and solvent to speed priming and solvent changes, while a universal valve enables users to quickly switch from one task to another with minimal downtime. The ML600 is offered as a one or two-syringe system.
“We are continually enhancing our technology to meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said Jason March, Director of Marketing for Hamilton. “The new features of the ML600 will appeal to a broader range of labs, including those with smaller sample quantities and multiple applications.”
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The World of XRD Analysis is no Longer Flat
PANalytical has changed the game in multi-purpose X-ray diffraction (XRD) with the launch of its Empyrean high-performance diffractometer. Every major element of Empyrean is new: the X-ray source, the state-of-the-art goniometer, the sample stages and the radiation enclosure. Importantly, the instrument also introduces the world’s first 3D detection system, PIXcel3D.
As a result, Empyrean is unique in its ability to measure all sample types on a single instrument. Users can switch between application setups in a fast and cost-effective way using PANalytical’s proven PreFIX modules, with no compromise on the quality of diffraction data. Empyrean is easy to use too. Dedicated hardware, software and regulatory expertise incorporated in pre-defined programmes, and a customisable desktop and batch sample capabilities help make advanced functions accessible to all.
For many users, powder samples are their primary interest and here Empyrean delivers the highest accuracy and data quality in the most flexible and advanced system on the market. Switching to thin films, Empyrean provides for high-resolution epitaxy analysis and handles all common applications. Investigations into nanomaterials can also be performed with Empyrean. PDF (pair distribution function), SAXS (small angle X-ray scattering), and even the ability to monitor the evolution of crystalline phases in situ with the unique slurry flow cell stage are all possible on the advanced Empyrean platform. Finally, the internal structure of solid objects can be studied without having to be cut: the unique PIXcel3D detector can be used as a CT scanner allowing non-destructive analysis of pharmaceutical formulations, electronic components and geo- and archaeological samples, to name a few.
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Lab Software Suite Unifies Scientific Date
Agilent Technologies Inc introduced the OpenLAB software portfolio, designed as a better way for labs to efficiently capture, share, review and archive scientific data. “Customers want solutions that reduce the time from discovery to delivery of a new chemical or biological entity,” said Nick Roelofs, PhD, Oresident, Agilent Life Sciences Group. “By providing solutions that support evolution of existing systems, minimising retraining, the OpenLAB portfolio protects a laboratory’s investment and knowledge. Customers will benefit from the productivity enhancements faster, through the integrated collaboration and data management tools.” “OpenLAB is scalable, open architecture, based on industry open standards, that enables customers to easily capture, analyse and share scientific data throughout the lab and across the enterprise,” said Tony Owen, Agilent Senior Manager, Software and Professional Services Marketing. “The new OpenLAB portfolio resolves a number of software challenges that affect labs of all sizes, and our open-systems approach means customers design the lab they want rather than having to work around their software systems.”
Agilent OpenLAB consists of three integrated solutions: OpenLAB Chromatography Data System (CDS); OpenLAB Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN); and OpenLAB Enterprise Content Manager (ECM). The system is designed to grow with customers’ needs, from a small standalone analytical lab through a global network with hundreds of locations. Agilent OpenLAB is instrument vendor-neutral and provides easy migration paths from existing systems, protecting customers’ investments in existing systems.
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Malvern skips Pittcon 2010 to focus on technical programme contributions
In January Malvern Instruments announced that it would not exhibit at Pittcon 2010, believing that the slow economy, turmoil in key industrial sectors, and continued travel restrictions would all contribute to fewer of its customers visiting the Pittcon exhibition in Orlando. Anticipating some easing of these issues over the next 12 months, the company is planning to return as an exhibitor in 2011. Malvern specialists did however contribute to the 2010 conference, delivering six oral and five poster presentations, and supporting the Pittcon organisers’ successful efforts to strengthen the technical programme. Randy Byrne, VP Marketing for Malvern, said: “While the easy decision would have been to exhibit as usual at Pittcon, we know that many in our marketplace are feeling the effects of travel restrictions imposed by their companies and are actively seeking more efficient ways of sourcing information and support for the products and services they need. We are confident that our customers and all who follow Malvern will like what we have in store for them in 2010 and beyond.”
“Pittcon 2010 was decidedly upbeat. This was especially true among the Agilent team, as we celebrated the company’s 10th anniversary by capturing significantly more sales leads than 2009, despite fewer overall Pittcon attendees. Agilent was this year’s largest exhibitor and chose Pittcon to unveil a number of products that generated considerable conversation among attendees. We were very pleased with the booth traffic and already look forward to Pittcon 2011 in Atlanta.”
Stuart Matlow, Press Relations, Agilent Life Sciences and Chemical Analysis
“Despite bad weather in the Northeast and elsewhere, the 2010 rendition of Pittcon, held in the somewhat sunnier climes of Florida, was successful for Ocean Optics. Ultimately, we captured about the same number of leads as last year, but with a much higher level of interest from the average booth visitor. Indeed, while people still seem a bit cautious about spending, their research continues to move ahead. And while the benefits of our presence at the exhibition may not pan out right away, we still believe our participation will pay dividends in the coming months.”
Rob Morris, Marketing Director, Ocean Optics
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