Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscopy 11
Precise detection of toxic metals in food and environmental samples
New spectroscopy products available following company relocation
Following its relocation to a new headquarters west of Stuttgart, Maassen GmbH has expanded its product portfolio, enhancing manufacturing and distribution capabilities. The new facility enables increased production of proprietary and additional products, supporting a broader range of customer needs.
Press production continues, with ongoing expansion of available press tool diameters. The company also offers hard metal (KXF tungsten carbide/cobalt mixture) press plates in various sizes.
In addition to its existing range of products for ICP-OES, ICP-MS, AAS, and UV-VIS spectrometers from renowned manufacturers such as GlassExpansion and Burgener Research, Maassen GmbH has partnered with MeiHui Technology Japan / UVTech to supply high-quality light source modules. This includes deuterium lamps from Hamamatsu Photonics, socketed by MeiHui Technology for spectrometers from leading manufacturers. These light sources will be stocked in Europe in the coming months.
With this expansion, Maassen GmbH can now provide light sources for a wider range of spectrometers and HPLC systems. Customer testing has confi rmed fi tting accuracy and compatibility with various manufacturers’ equipment, while Hamamatsu Photonics’ long-life lamps have demonstrated consistent quality over the years.
P S Analytical (PSA) is a leader in providing high-performance analytical instruments for detecting mercury, arsenic, selenium, antimony, and bismuth in various sample matrices, including environmental and food and beverage samples. The presence of these toxic metals in different forms poses signifi cant health and environmental risks, making their detection a growing priority.
PSA’s solutions meet the increasing demand for both total and speciated analysis, which presents analytical challenges in terms of sensitivity, selectivity, and interference management. The company offers a range of tools designed to address these challenges, ensuring highly accurate and reliable results.
For over 30 years, PSA has been at the forefront of Atomic Fluorescence Spectroscopy (AFS), utilising cold vapour and hydride generation for trace metal analysis. The company has further expanded its capabilities by integrating analyte separation, enabling speciation studies that distinguish between harmful and less toxic forms of metals.
Applications include the separation of methyl mercury from inorganic mercury in water, seafood, dairy, and grains, as well as the identification of inorganic arsenic in comparison to organic arsenic species in food items like rice and seaweed. These advances are vital for monitoring the safety of food products and environmental samples.
PSA continues to develop new methods to address emerging concerns and is open to collaborating with researchers and organisations to explore additional applications. With thousands of systems in operation across Europe, the USA, and Southeast Asia, PSA offers a reliable combination of performance, affordability, and excellent customer support.
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63766pr@reply-direct.com High-speed, compact FT-NIR spectrometer with Ethernet connectivity
Hamamatsu Photonics has unveiled the C16511-01, a powerful new addition to its spectrometer range. This compact FT-NIR spectrometer engine is currently the smallest of its kind on the market and is capable of capturing up to 275 spectra per second - delivering the speed and sensitivity needed for demanding industrial and research environments.
FT-NIR (Fourier Transform Near Infrared) spectroscopy is widely used in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food production, agriculture, and chemical processing, where accurate and rapid analysis is essential for quality control and process monitoring. The C16511-01 is designed to make these high-performance capabilities more accessible, offering reliable spectral resolution and excellent light throughput in a highly integrated and cost-effective solution.
A key advantage of the C16511-01 is its spectral performance. Covering a response range from 1100 nm to 2500 nm, the device supports rapid spectral acquisition at speeds suitable for real- time process analytics. Its precision is underpinned by a built-in semiconductor laser, ensuring high wavelength accuracy across measurements.
Despite its impressive capabilities, the unit remains compact - measuring just 68 × 124 × 66 mm - making it easy to embed within existing OEM systems or portable instruments. The spectrometer supports diffuse refl ection and transmittance modes, allowing users to analyse solids, liquids, or powders.
Connectivity is another standout feature. The Ethernet interface ensures straightforward integration with both Windows and Linux environments. Supplied evaluation software enables users to set measurement conditions, acquire and view data, while DLL specifi cations are openly provided for developing custom software applications.
This next-generation FT-NIR spectrometer is expected to be widely adopted across both industry and academia. Its speed and resolution make it particularly well suited for applications such as process analytical technology, material inspection and sorting, farm produce grading, pharmaceutical quality control, and plastic recycling operations.
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