24 New Line of Bench Meters Enable Easy Electrochemistry Testing


The newly launched Thermo Scientific Eutech 1700 Series Bench Meters offer accurate measurement of pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen. With user-friendly features and easy-to-use functionality, the Bench Meters are well-suited for teaching, agriculture and industrial labs with varying levels of technical expertise.


“For more than 30 years, Eutech instruments have set the standard for quality and performance in analytical testing, empowering customers to meet a wide range of application needs,” said Mayoorathan Maheswaran, Senior Research and Development Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific. “The latest addition to the Eutech portfolio builds on a proven track record of internationally recognised achievements in sensor technology, software programming and product design to allow all users, from novice to experienced, to produce accurate readings with confidence.”?


Thermo Scientific Eutech 1700 Series Bench Meters have a small footprint (187.2 mm x 155.2 mm x 61.7 mm), using up less room in the lab workspace and storage areas while bringing intuitive operations and durable construction to the benchtop. The adjustable electrode holder attaches to meter and firmly grips each electrode for greater stability and facilitates movement into and out of samples. A backlit display allows users to quickly read and record sample measurements. Data logs and calibration logs are date and time stamped for GLP/GMP reporting.


Certified to comply with various global testing standards, Eutech instruments pioneered the inclusion of application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC) and are manufactured in Singapore, Asia’s design and technology hub.


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Accelerating Development of Sustainable Textile Dyes


Rapid 2D barcode rack readers and automated tube picking equipment from Ziath are helping Colorifix to accelerate development of revolutionary biological dyes to help the textile industry dramatically reduce its environmental impact.


Colorifix is the first company to develop an entirely biological process to produce, deposit and fix pigments onto textiles. Carefully selecting microorganisms from a vast library of biological samples, Colorifix can produce colours as they are seen in nature, which are then grown in their laboratories and fermented at a larger scale. This fermentation broth is then used to dye fabrics the desired colour. The process uses no toxic chemicals, produces zero toxic waste, and drastically reduces use of electricity and water compared to traditional synthetic fabric dyeing.


Will Alexander, a Senior Lab Technician at Colorifix commented: “Our large library of bacterial strains and DNA samples is stored in 2D barcoded tube racks. Traditionally selection and management of these samples has been a time-consuming and error prone manual process monopolising the time of 3 staff members working together. The primary driving forces behind our investing in the Ziath Mirage 2D barcode readers and Mohawk automated tube picker was to increase throughput of the tube selection process, improve organisation and tracking of tubes as they were used, and to improve the efficiency of how we store 2D barcoded tube in racks. Additionally, our libraries of biological samples are rapidly expanding at an exponential rate. Therefore, it was crucial for us to implement a precise, reliable, and fast sample management system in advance of our reference collection becoming much larger.”


He added: “Using the Mohawk/Mirage combination we have been able to speed up our tube selection process, keep much better track of sample inventory and manage the tubes as we use them. The ease-of-use and wide compatibility with our existing inventory has given us confidence that as our libraries continue to


expand, the Ziath devices will continue to do much of the legwork in managing the inventories and ensuring that everything remains organised. Users have particularly appreciated the speed at which the Mirage can scan barcodes and immediately export this data in file formats that work with our existing IT infrastructure and the ease-of-use of both the Mirage and Mohawk once fully set-up. The support provided by Ziath has been second to none from initial demonstration, help with smoothly integrating the devices into our workflow and promptly answering any questions we have had.”


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Used in conjunction with an external thermoregulation circulator, the Cold Coil II™ flow reactor module from Uniqsis can maintain stable temperatures between -78°C and +150°C for extended periods of time.


Proven to provide a flexible, entry-level solution for low temperature flow chemistry applications the Cold Coil II™ includes a glass cover to eliminate convective effects within fume cupboards. For routine operation at very low temperatures an optional vacuum jacketed glass cover is also available.


The Cold Coil II™ is compatible with all Uniqsis coil reactors, from 2.0ml up to 60 ml capacity. A proprietary clamping mechanism holds the coil reactor firmly in place and ensures optimal thermal contact whilst allowing coil reactors to be easily interchanged.


The Cold Coil II can be simply converted into a photoreactor by coupling with a Uniqsis PhotoSyn high power LED light unit. An optional Glass Static Mixer chip module allows the Cold Coil II to be used as a rapid mixing device before flowing directly into a coil reactor as an incubator module.


The Cold Coil II is also compatible with the Uniqsis HotColumn multiple column reactor adaptor for packed bed applications. To ensure accurate remote measurement of the Cold Coil II reactor temperature an optional internal temperature probe can be connected directly via RS232C. More information online: ilmt.co/PL/a1DW


59591pr@reply-direct.com Benchtop Blast Freezers Simplify R&D of Temperature Sensitive Materials


R&D facilities typically lack the resources to purchase production-level blast freezers, which are often too costly and large for the needs of a lab. Instead, researchers need cost-effective, high-performance benchtop units for quick experimentation in space-constrained areas.


Fortunately, industry innovators have developed mini blast freezers that can lower the temperature far below conventional levels in minutes as well as promptly thaw as needed while accommodating packaging sizes from 2 mL - 6 L or more. The compact liquid nitrogen (LN2


The benchtop units are designed for lab R&D, utilising liquid nitrogen from small, portable dewar tanks, making larger bulk tanks unnecessary.


For example, the benchtop Cryometrix blast freezer from Reflect Scientific utilises safely contained liquid nitrogen at -196°C to freeze products with cooled air. The system is designed so there is no contact between the LN2 Using only a small amount of LN2


from a portable dewar tank, the system can cool from 20°C to -80°C in under two minutes. The temperature is


adjustable from +40°C to -90°C, with temperature uniformity of ± 3°C throughout. A unique aspect of the benchtop LN2


blast freezer is the option to add a rapid thawing capability up to 40°C in the same machine, which can streamline


R&D and production while conserving space. With this option, the end user does not need two separate machines. Programmable thermal recipes enable simple automated control of how quickly the unit transitions from freeze to thaw or thaw to freeze cycles. More information online: ilmt.co/PL/56mL


59338pr@reply-direct.com and the operator or product, which helps to ensure safety and product quality. ) freezers also facilitate experimentation with adjustable temperature profile recipes that help to automate the process.


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