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.
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.
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.
Network Technologies ENVIROMUX-2D environment monitoring system
30 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Interworld Electronics and Computer IndustriesThe ENVIROMUX-2D uses an extensive range of sensors to remotely monitor critical environmental and security conditions in the laboratory. The product provides two RJ45 ports for connecting external environmental and gas sensors, five digital (dry contact) inputs and one relay output.
Nexty pipettor range
30 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Thermoline Scientific Equipment Pty LtdThe Nexty pipettor range is designed to fit comfortably in the user's hand. Pipettor volumes from 0.2 up to 5000 µL are available, all with easily recognisable push-button colour codes.
HunterLab D25 NC colour measurement instrument
29 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Novasys Group Pty LtdThe D25 NC is specifically designed to measure both large and small irregularly shaped products such as capsules, tablets, extruded plastic parts, building materials, minerals, crushed rock, crystals and cosmetics. It easily manages granules and powders of all sizes, as well as opaque liquids, gels and pastes.
Accurate dosing with photoelectric sensors
29 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdThe accuracy and function of the high-performance dosing systems from Brand are based on the sophisticated technology of the seripettor bottle-top dispenser. The process reliability is improved by the miniaturised MICROmote photoelectric sensors from Balluff.
The hidden costs of water aspirators
25 September, 2015Vacuum pump supplier JAVAC has delivered some words of wisdom surrounding the use of water aspirators — a common way to create a low-strength vacuum in many standard laboratory applications.
maxon motor brushless DC motor for use in a vacuum
15 September, 2015 | Supplied by: maxon motor Australia Pty Ltdmaxon motor has released a brushless DC motor suitable for use in an ultrahigh vacuum. The 22 mm, 24 V brushless DC motor is an off-the-shelf solution for an application that traditionally requires high levels of customisation.
Airwolf AXIOM 3D Printer
15 September, 2015 | Supplied by: Emona Instruments Pty LtdThe Airwolf AXIOM 3D printer combines the versatility of printing in over 40 thermoplastic materials and a build volume of over 16,000 cm3 to offer a high-performance desktop 3D printer for manufacturing high-precision prototypes and custom functional parts.
