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Delivering Precisely the Quality you Need 1 9 APRIL 2019 - VOLUME 44 ISSUE 3


Scientifi c Laboratory Supplies (SLS) fi rst began trading in 1991 and, since then, we have grown to become the UK’s largest independent supplier of laboratory equipment, chemicals and consumables. Because of our independence, we are unique in our approach to sourcing and supplying the highest quality, best value products and brands.


We provide precisely what you need, exactly when you need it, whether you’re searching for something specifi c or aiming to equip an entire laboratory. Whatever you’re looking for, you can be sure our team will take care of you and provide a dedicated service that’s designed entirely around you and your business.


The UK’s largest independent supplier of laboratory equipment, consumables and chemicals


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We pride ourselves on the quality of products and the service we provide. In addition to our own branded range of products we partner with industry leading names including Merck, Honeywell, Becton Dickinson, Eppendorf, GE Whatman, Scilabware, Kimberly Clark, Sartorius, Taylor


Wharton, Thermo-Scientifi c, 3M and Corning. However specifi c your needs, you can be sure we’ll deliver precisely the quality you need.


In this Issue


Also available as an e-Journal at: labmate-online.com/ejournal/


Articles Laboratory Products


Introduction to volumetric powder fi lling technology Marta Schiano Moriello


Spotlight Article


Surveying Sites for Electron Microscopes Hsiu-Yi Ouyang


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Publishers of: International Labmate, Labmate UK & Ireland, Lab Asia, Chromatography Today, International Environmental Technology, Asian Environmental Technology, Pollution Solutions, Petro Industry News and Measurement Analysis China


Features Spotlight


Pumps, Valves & Liquid Handling Gwyneth Astles


Spotlight


Drug Discovery & Pharmaceuticals Gwyneth Astles


Publisher Michael H. Pattison


Director of Publications Marcus Pattison


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International Sales & Marketing Manager Chris Jarvis


North American Area Manager Carol Hardy


Director, Asia Pacific Marie Izzard


European Sales Manager John Hobbs-Morris


Online Manager Rob Parker


Guide Manager Sam Jackson


Guide Assistant Lisa Penn


Administrator Helen Wills


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Editor Gwyneth Astles


Contributing Editor Heather Hobbs


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Research & Events News Heather Hobbs


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Published: January, February, March, April, May Buyers Guide, July, August, September, October, November.


Labmate UK & Ireland is distributed to scientists, technologists, laboratory technicians and environmentalists throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, free of charge. The publication has the support of leading suppliers of equipment in the region and is displayed at the major exhibitions and conferences in these markets to attract additional readership.


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Labmate UK & Ireland is published six times per annum in tabloid format. In addition a most comprehensive “Guide to Laboratory and Environmental Equipment” printed in A4 format. It incorporates companies, products and dealers, mailed in May/June. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of material published, International Labmate and its offices cannot accept responsibility for claims made by contributors, manufacturers or advertisers.


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