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Sample preparation

Many laboratories routinely measuring mercury use a traditional dedicated mercury analyser utilising fluorescence spectrometry CV-AAA or AFS or ICP-MS that a...

Industry report: Cost benefits of direct mercury analysis

Sample preparation

Sample evaporation and concentration are critical steps in many R&D workflows, but inefficiencies can slow processes and impact results. The miVac centrifuga...

Maximising efficiency in sample preparation with miVac

Sample preparation

OMNIS, the modular platform for chemical analysis from Metrohm has become ever more powerful. With the launch of the OMNIS Coulometer, users of OMNIS now hav...

OMNIS Coulometer and Sample Robot Oven

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Integra Biosciences has expanded the functionality of its WELLJET dispenser stacker, now supporting automated processing of deep well plates up to 45 mm in h...

Automated deep well plate processing

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Sample preparation is a critical step for chromatography to ensure samples are optimised for analysis. This step involves various techniques such as, solid p...

Delivering reproducible solutions for chromatography sample preparation

Sample preparation

Asahi Kasei Medical announced the launch of its Planova™ FG1, a next-generation virus removal filter designed for biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Released...

New virus removal filter enhances biopharmaceutical efficiency

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Operator exposure to acid fumes especially with working with multiple acids is a possible concern for health and safety when adding acids to digestion vessel...

Manual handling of acids with digestion vessels – a health and safety...

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AMSBIO’s EZ-Spread™ Plating Beads offer a faster, safer, and more efficient way to plate bacterial and yeast cells on agar plates, eliminating the need f...

Optimised plating of bacterial and yeast cells on agar plates

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Azenta Life Sciences introduces the DP5 Mirage Rack Reader, a compact and cost-effective solution for reading SBS-format racks in life science laboratories....

Compact camera-based 2D rack scanner

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Azenta Life Sciences highlights how the innovative two-component design of its FrameStar® microplate range minimises thermal expansion and sample evaporatio...

Improving qPCR results with two-component plate design

Sample preparation tools are essential for ensuring accurate and reliable results in laboratory analysis. These tools include centrifuges, autosamplers, balances, homogenizers, mills and grinders, and mixers, which are used to process and prepare samples before analysis. Centrifuges separate components based on density, homogenizers and grinders break down samples into uniform particles, and mixers ensure thorough blending of reagents and samples. Autosamplers automate the introduction of samples into analytical instruments, enhancing efficiency. Shakers and sieves mix and separate particles, while centrifuges separate components based on density. Balances provide precise weight measurements, essential for accurate sample quantification. Mills and grinders break down samples into uniform particles, facilitating consistent analysis.Proper sample preparation is critical in fields like molecular biology, chemistry, and environmental science, where precision and consistency directly impact the quality of the results.