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Analytical Instrumentation
Te Fastest Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer
Shimadzu (Germany) introduces the LCMS-8030, which combines the power of triple quadrupole mass spectrometry with unmatched speed to provide the ideal complement to its UHPLC systems. It is an efficient tool to increase lab efficiency, supporting researchers who are constantly challenged to detect more target analytes with greater sensitivity in hundreds of samples per day. The LCMS-8030 accelerates workflows for high-throughput analysis.
The LCMS-8030 features ultra-fast multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) transitions, enabling data acquisition with up to 500 different channels per second. The improvements to the electronics provide ultra-fast mass spectrum measurement speeds of 15,000 u/sec without sacrificing sensitivity or resolution, with ultra-fast polarity switching (15 msec) for maximum information without signal deterioration.
Patented UFsweeper technology accelerates ions out of the collision cell by forming a pseudo-potential surface. The result is high-efficiency collision-induced dissociation (CID) and ultra-fast ion transport, reducing sensitivity losses and cross talk observed on other systems. In addition, higher radio frequency (RF) power capability minimises pauses between each transition.
When coupled with Shimadzu’s Nexera UHPLC, the LCMS-8030 can provide reliable and accurate detection of peaks just one-second wide, thereby maximising UHPLC performance. With a polarity switching time of just 15 ms, ultra-fast triple quadrupole measurement time is now a reality.
The combination of the LCMS-8030 with the class-leading Nexera UHPLC brings the latest hardware together on one
platform. This unified platform provides unmatched qualitative and quantitative analysis, increased productivity and accelerated workflows for high-throughput analysis. Automated optimisation of analytical conditions for each quantitative target compound, which is the key to high-sensitivity analysis, allows unattended, overnight operation. In addition, all software operations are handled seamlessly, reducing PC conflicts and the need for user intervention. With the LCMS-8030, maintenance has never been easier or more accessible. Its robust design allows maximum uptime, resulting in a system that can handle most complex matrices. Maintenance of the desolvation line without breaking vacuum minimises instrument downtime.
Experts in Elemental Analysis
Eraly (France) have specialised for more than 35 years in the elemental analysis, they study, manufacture, sell and ensure the after-sales service of a range of analysers intended for laboratories in the chemical, petrochemical and hydrocarbon industries.
They can also offer customised accessories for their analysers, such as automated sampling and furnaces. Eraly can match the specific needs of their clients due to their years of experience and savoir-faire in the production of specialist analytical equipment.
Eraly’s range of analysers complies with a wide range of important certifications ; their Sulf UV (sulphur by UV fluorescence) to ASTM D 5453 / ISO 20846, the Lumazote (nitrogen by chimiluminescence) : ASTM D 4629 - D 5176 - D 5762 and their chlorine analysers ( and AOX by coulometry) : ISO 9562.
Eraly have worked with prestigeous customers all over the world form their home market in France and Europe, where they have done business with Total, Esso, Exxon, Shell, Petrogal and many others – as well as working in China, America and many parts of Africa and the Middle East.
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Horiba SLFA-UV21 A Sulphur in Oil Analyser Achieves a Detection Limit of 30 ppb
Better Silicon Detection Counts
XOS (USA) announces its latest product introduction – the Signal analyzer – features XOS’s robust, widely used Monochromatic Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (MWD XRF) to detect Silicon down to 0.5 ppm with the XOS- exclusive advantage of unprecedented precision at the push of a button. Signal effectively eliminates extensive sample preparation associated with ICP while offering better precision in a 10-minute measurement cycle: Placing the sample in a standard XRF sample cup is the only handling required for the measurement. This Silicon quantification capability is available for petroleum matrices, additives and bio-fuels, including ethanol. XOS’s MWD XRF platform technology is also used in the company’s award-winning Sindie and Clora line analyzers to quantify Sulfur and Chlorine in hydrocarbon, aqueous and bio-fuels matrices. “XOS is leading the ASTM D2.03 Task Group for the development of an ASTM standard test method for the Signal technology, and a wide ranging inter- laboratory study has been completed in support of this ASTM method development effort,” said Berry Beumer, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at XOS.
MWD XRF uses state-of-the-art focusing and monochromating optics to increase excitation intensity and offers a dramatic improvement of signal-to-background over high-power traditional WD XRF instruments. This enables significantly improved detection limits and enhanced precision from crude oils matrices to bio-fuels. MWD XRF is a direct measurement technique that does not require sample treatment or sample conversion and does not involve high-temperature operations or processing.
For more information, contact XOS at
info@xos.com or visit our website at
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To improve the laboratory workflow Da Vinci Europe laboratory Solutions B.V. (The Netherlands) introduced the eVol® devices in one system. The eVol®
standards, precise dispensing of non-aqueous liquids and sample dilution. Unlike air-displacement devices, such as pipettors, eVol®
liquids. eVol® solution. The eVol® solution is an innovation of SGE Analytical Science and couples a digitally controlled electronic drive and an XCHANGE®
combines two precision enabled
analytical syringe. The result is a digitally controlled positive displacement dispensing system that can be programmed to reproducibly and accurately perform a wide variety of liquid handling procedures. Typical applications for eVol®
include the preparation of calibration standards, the addition of internal is the perfect solution for accurately aspirating and dispensing both aqueous and non-aqueous
features a familiar Touch Wheel user interface and a full-color screen. The clever menu allows all the functions to be accessed logically and quickly. The programming functions are intuitive and include help screens and prompts.
The programmable digital drive means liquid handling procedures are user-independent, allowing more efficient workflow scheduling and a reduction in the re-analysis of incorrectly processed or false positive samples. The XCHANGE analytical syringes can be easily and quickly changed allowing them to be dedicated to individual liquids, and methods, to prevent possible cross-contamination of reagents. Only three XCHANGE®
liquid volumes covering the range from 200 nL to 500 µL. To comply with the stringent laboratory standards (e.g. GLP, GMP, FDA) eVol®
calibration procedure is simple, intuitive and can be performed at appropriate intervals. Calibration factors can be stored for up to ten XCHANGE® quickly loaded when the syringe is changed.
syringes are required to dispense
can be easily calibrated to ensure accurate dispensing at all times. The gravimetric syringes and can be
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The new international regulations for low sulphur content in refined petroleum products such as gasoline or diesel are more and more demanding and the levels are always pushing lower. It has already been agreed that concentrations have to be less than 10 ppm and even less than 5 ppm in the future. Horiba Scientific offers the appropriate solution with the SLFA-UV21A. The SLFA-UV21A uses unique features such as a four- axes auto-sampler that allows the use of a horizontal combustion tube, automatic back flushing rinse and programmable tube cleaning. The exclusive reflected type filter (RTF) maintains 75% of the UV excitation power compared to penetrated type filter designs, which only pass 15%, resulting in higher sensitivity. The SLFA-UV21 A is based on the principle of combustion of a fixed volume of sample in a tubular resistance furnace at 1100°C, with real time combustion control and optimisation. UV Fluorescence is used to
analyse the SO2 gas produced during combustion. The SLFA-UV21 A is compliant with ASTM D-5453 as well as ISO 20846.
For information on the SLFA-UV21A, visit
www.horiba.com/scientific/slfa
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Annual Buyers’ Guide 2011
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