Malvern Kinexus rheometer
27 November, 2015 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe Malvern Kinexus rheometer incorporates innovations and measurement geometries that enable optimal flexibility in rheological test capabilities. Complex fluids and soft solids can be characterised and their rheological properties measured using customised tests with minimum user effort.
New nanoscale biophotonics research node
09 November, 2015The ARC Centre of Excellence for Nanoscale BioPhotonics (CNBP) has officially launched its new research node at Macquarie University.
Anton Paar L-Rix 510 inline refractometer
06 November, 2015 | Supplied by: Metrohm Australia & New ZealandAnton Paar has introduced the L-Rix 510 sensor, its first inline process refractometer. The product makes fast, easy work of a wide range of hygienic applications, including measurements on pharmaceuticals, dairy, sugar solutions, syrup, food and beverages containing pulp.
Unusual phase of matter uncovered
02 November, 2015Physicists have discovered a phase that is characterised by an unusual ordering of electrons. It is said that the phase could hold the solution to a longstanding mystery in condensed matter physics.
Michell S8000 Integrale MKII chilled mirror hygrometer
31 October, 2015 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdMichell Instruments has redesigned its S8000 Integrale chilled mirror hygrometer to take advantage of improvements in technology since its introduction in 2007. The improvements cover three areas: mechanical design for increased durability and strength; improved sensor head for faster readings at lower dewpoints; and increased simplicity of use with a touch-screen interface with intuitive menus.
Malvern NanoSight nanoparticle characterisation system
30 October, 2015 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe Malvern NanoSight series provides an easy-to-use, reproducible platform for nanoparticle characterisation. Users can quickly characterise nanoparticles from 10–2000 nm (sample dependent) in solution.
Zeulab Microcystest test kit for microcystins in water
27 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Novasys Group Pty LtdMicrocystest is a test for the detection of microcystins and nodularins (hepatotoxins) in water. The kit is based on the protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) activity inhibition by microcystins and is therefore able to detect the potential toxicity caused by microcystins in water samples.
DC-max motor with GPX gearhead
26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: maxon motor Australia Pty Ltdmaxon motor has released the DC-max motor range fitted with the GPX gearhead. The motor offers the same high-powered rare earth magnets and patented maxon rhombic winding as the premium maxon motor range but is packaged in more cost-effective housing.
Microcalorimetry and meningitis vaccine development
26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdOxford University researcher Dr David Staunton has recommended the use of differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) as a first-line technique when characterising recombinant proteins.
Redefining temperature
19 October, 2015Australian scientists have contributed to the worldwide effort of redefining the international unit of temperature: the kelvin.
Mettler-Toledo Thornton 7000RMS real-time microbial monitoring system
15 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdMettler-Toledo Thornton has announced its 7000RMS analyser for real-time, continuous measurement of bioburden in the pharmaceutical industry. The technology will assist companies in validating water systems in real time, thus reducing offline sampling costs and helping to eliminate false-positive tests.
Mettler-Toledo ME-T entry-level balance
12 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdMettler-Toledo has launched its entry-level balance, the ME-T. Designed to meet all essential needs, it offers a high-performance weighing cell and a large, intuitive 4.5″ colour TFT screen, as well as three interface connections for easy data handling.
Particle and Surface Sciences & Micromeritics Tristar 3030 system
09 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Particle & Surface Sciences Pty LtdThe Particle and Surface Sciences & Micromeritics Tristar 3030 system is a fully automated, three-station surface area and porosity analyser designed for quality control and research organisations. The instrument can collect up to 1000 data points and fine details of the isotherm can be observed and recorded.
Sensors in chocolate paradise
02 October, 2015 by Dr Detlef Zienert | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdCapacitive sensors are a fine thing in and of themselves: they can detect levels of liquids, powders and granular materials through nonmetallic container walls without the sensor coming into contact with the media. However, conventional capacitive sensors also have a number of disadvantages.
Malvern Instruments Archimedes particle metrology system
01 October, 2015 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdArchimedes, from Malvern Instruments, is a benchtop instrument that measures particle mass, concentration and size, from a few microns down to approximately 50 nm, by means of resonant mass measurement (RMM) — a technique that enables the analysis of protein formulations below the range accessible by optical methods.