BVS, Inc.
Honey Brook, PA 19344 0250
Jul 14, 2004 Protected with powder coat finish, free-standing PPER-400 Automatic Sampler uses flooded-suction concept of operation to ensure that samples retain solubility. All circuits are relay interfaced, and ground fault indicator system relates safe/unsafe conditions. Standard sample lift is 40 ft, adjustable up to 80 ft with pressure supplied by optional split-phase, capacitor-start, diaphragm compressor with solid-state electronic unloader or clean air supply.

Valco Instrument Co., Inc.
Houston, TX 77255
May 25, 2004 Precision Sampling Syringes incorporate plunger tips that are fabricated of PTFE and stress formed to insure leak-tight seal. Self-lubricating plunger tips stay smooth. Syringe barrels up to 100 µl are hand-fabricated from high-quality borosilicate glass. Standard needle attachment includes barrier sleeve or packing of PTFE on rear of needle, at zero point. Rear flange provides secure grip and keeps syringe from rolling. Models are available in Luer-tip version.

Valco Instrument Co., Inc.
Houston, TX 77255
Feb 17, 2004 Cheminert Nanovolume HPLC Injectors and Switching Valves feature .004 in. bore that is uniform throughout flowpath, creating less than 25 nl of port-to-port volume. Individual fingertight fittings work with PEEK, fused-silica, and 1/32 in. electroformed-nickel tubing. Microelectric actuator, operating at 100 msec, determines accurate positioning without limit switches or customer adjustment. Computer control is facilitated via RS-232 or RS-485 interface.

Ocean Optics, Inc.
Dunedin, FL 34698
Aug 05, 2003 Variable-angle Reflection Sampling System couples to spectrometers and light sources to measure spectral reflectance of optical substrates from 200–1,100 nm at angles of incidence from 10° to 50°. Modular, optomechanical device has black anodized stainless-steel chamber with 2 ports for SMA 905-terminated optical fibers. Its 3-point fixed surface mount retains sample position, while thumbscrew locks optical assembly at fixed angle.

SKC, Inc.
Eighty Four, PA 15330 9614
Jul 23, 2003 Foil Grab Bags provide light and moisture protection for samples of low molecular weight compounds that are unstable in Tedlar® sample bags. Inner surface is inert, minimizing absorption and adsorption of collected compounds. Evenly sealed seams make bags suitable for mailing or shipping samples to laboratory for analysis. Foil Grab Bags include stainless steel or polypropylene all-in-one septum fitting to meet sampling applications.

Waters Equipment Co.
Lansdale, PA 19446 0576
Jul 14, 2003 Series 3100 provides tool for lowering temperature and pressure of single samples in power plants and boiler rooms. Units handle sample conditions up to 5,000 psig at 1,000°F. Sample flows up to 1,500 cc/min and beyond are capable of being cooled to within degrees of cooling water temperature due to high-efficiency coolers. Carbon-steel or optional stainless-steel backplate allows for mounting to plant's control panel or suitable structure.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.
Columbia, MD 21046
May 08, 2003 Model SIL-5000 LC combines manual and robotic handling systems for high-throughput sample injection. It accommodates 600 2mL vials, up to 24 standard microplates, or 6 deepwell plates. Temperature-controlled sample storage ranges from 4 to 40°C. Graphical LCD display simplifies operation, while remote Windows®-based software enables customized prep and load cycles. System is suitable for pre-clinical research, combinatorial chemistry, and pharmacokinetic studies.

Bel-Art Products
Pequannock, NJ 07440 1920
Apr 23, 2003 Molded of polycarbonate, Scienceware® Sample Cutter is a three tined fork constructed with sharp rocker knife on its back edge. Product has sturdy handle for positive grip when manipulating tough samples. Cutter, measuring 7.5 in. long, can be safely autoclaved at 250°F or cleaned using commercial dishwasher.

CDS Analytical, Inc.
Oxford, PA 19363 0277
Mar 27, 2003 Model AS2500plus Pyrolysis Autosampler performs thermal desorption and pyrolysis on same sample. Unit handles up to 36 samples and can be programmed through handheld controller or Windows® based software for unattended operation. It can be programmed for temperature rates from 0.01°C/min to 20,000°C/sec and max temperature of 1300°C. Difficult samples such as polymers, adhesives, paint, rubber, tobacco, packaging, inks, and textiles can be analyzed.

SKC, Inc.
Eighty Four, PA 15330 9614
Mar 26, 2003 UMEx Passive Samplers collect formaldehyde and other aldehydes in ppb and ppm range. Polypropylene units clip to worker's collar for personal sampling from 15 min to 8 hr, or are placed in appropriate location for indoor air sampling up to 24 hr for formaldehyde. No sample pump is needed. Each incorporates blank section in addition to active sampling section. On/off sliding cover starts and stops sampling.

Swagelok Company
Solon, OH 44139 2764
Feb 07, 2003 Modular platform components consist of surface mounts, including valves and filters, plus substrates and manifolds to assemble process analyzer and sample-handling systems. System meets requirements of ANSI/ISA 76.00.02 specification for 1.5 in. footprint. Configurator software allows user to place, define, and connect components on computerized layout grid. It identifies additional flow connectors necessary to build fluid system and generates bill of materials and assembly diagram.

Polymer Laboratories, Inc.
Amherst, MA 01002
Feb 01, 2003 Suited for Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), PL XT-R is based on robotic platform and integrates sample preparation and autosampling functions. Product supports all GPC chromatographs operating in temperature range from 30-220°C. Up to 96 sample-filled vials are accommodated in blocks in X-Y array. Solvent-filled vials are subjected to controlled heating and magnetic stirring. System includes robotic arm dispenser, heated injection valve, and heated transfer line.

Retsch, Inc.
Irvine, CA 92614
Jan 29, 2003 Model PK 1000 Rotary Tube Divider extracts samples from granular or powdered substances with feed size up to 10 mm. Introduced to divider through vibratory feeder, product passes into cone where rotary tube rotates at constant speed of 50 rpm. With each rotation, portion of sample is deposited by rotary tube through slot into sample collector. Dividing ratio and volume of extracted sample are determined by width of slot, which can be adjusted continuously from 0-73 mm.

Bristol Equipment Co.
Yorkville, IL 60560
Dec 20, 2002 ISOLOK® SAL-25 Sampler Series handles liquids and slurries with entrained solids up to 3/8 in., drawing measured samples of 25 cc/cycle on command from electrical or pneumatic controls. Actuated by double-acting air cylinder, products tap process streams moving through pipes or vessels pressurized up to 300 psi. Integral process-isolation valve allows removal of sampler for service without de-pressurizing process being sampled. Sample path always remains enclosed.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.
Columbia, MD 21046
Oct 29, 2002 Model AOC20, offered as direct replacement for HP5890's autoinjector, provides precision better than 0.3% and less than 0.005% carryover. Single or dual tower modes are available. Combined with Diplomat interface, model AOC20 is optionally controlled by native software to offer seamless solution that handles 6 or 12 samples and up to 150 sample sets. Model AOC20 is capable of liquid, ambient headspace, on-column, and PTV/LVI injection modes.

Paul N. Gardner Co., Inc.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 6608
Oct 29, 2002 AUTO-DRAW(TM) III motorized laboratory drawdown machine eliminates human variables to create laboratory precision samples. Able to control speed and direction, unit produces samples up to 8½ x 13 in. at 47 in./minute rate. Machine offers 1-switch control knob.

Spectro Analytical Instruments Inc.
Fitchburg, MA 01420 6093
Oct 21, 2002 On-Line Sampling System provides automated, multi-elemental analysis to assist volume waste producers where multiple effluent streams must be monitored and controlled on 24-hour basis. Features include time-controlled startup and shut-down and built-in self-monitoring and diagnostic functions. Remote access/control functions are available using TCP/IP based SPECTRONET™ communications option, programmable for multi-level error handling and traceable sampling.

Bristol Equipment Co.
Yorkville, IL 60560
Oct 15, 2002 Actuated by compressed-air cylinder, ISOLOK® Series MSC Sampler taps process streams moving through pipes or vessels pressurized up to 200 psi. Design keeps sample path completely enclosed to avoid spillage waste, contamination of sample or process, and material exposure to personnel. All metal parts are type 316 SS with polished finish. Moving parts are hardened with industrial chrome for extra wear resistance. Sample containers range from 125 ml to 4 L.

TA Instruments
New Castle, DE 19720
Oct 11, 2002 DSC Autosampler for Q Series DSC modules has 50 sample, 5-reference-pan carousel tray that allows round-the-clock sample analysis. Autolid arm manages operation of DSC cell's lids and heat shield for repeatable thermal isolation of cell. Sample arm controls loading and unloading of sample and reference pans in sequential or random order. Optical sensor guides sample arm, ensuring precise pan placement and automatic calibration of system.

CDF Corporation
Plymouth, MA 02360
Sep 19, 2002 Aseptic Packaging line fits tapered, straight wall, plastic, fiber, and steel drums. Suitable for use with filling equipment used in tomato and juice industry, aseptic bags are available in 2 or 3 ply. Offered in LLDPE, MPET, and Nylon, bag line comes with aseptic fills including 1, 2, or 3 in. fitments. Aseptic Bags are suitable for use with fruit puree, apple, liquid egg, tropical fruit, and yogurt ingredients.