Thermo Fisher Scientific    Waltham, MA 02454
May 03, 2012 Maybridge Chiral Resolution Screening and Purification Kits give organic chemists access to optically pure chiral compounds from their racemic mixtures. In one day with as little as 0.4 mmol of racemate, users can identify best separation conditions under which target compound can be isolated with optimal yield and purity. Kits consist of 384 different combinations of resolving agents and solvents for both acid and amine-based resolutions.

Robert Bosch GmbH    Waiblingen D-71332  Germany
May 02, 2012 Equipped with dosator filling station, modular GKF 702 produces small batches. Production parameters required later during production can be fully simulated, and Mini-Bowl filling station handles product batches from 100-300 mL. Also available, slidegate system provides for higher yields as well as option of filling free-flowing granulates, or pellets, via powder station. Machine comes with 17 in. touchscreen industrial PC. Multiple interfaces facilitate access to batch documentation.

KLA-Tencor Corp.    San Jose, CA 95134
May 02, 2012 Designed for operation in lithography and outgoing quality control, modular CIRCL(TM) Suite monitors front side, back side, and edge of wafer for defects and, in parallel, measures wafer edge profile, edge bead concentricity, and macro overlay error. Data collection is governed by DirectedSampling(TM), which uses results from one measurement to trigger other types of measurements within cluster as needed. Automated optical defect review and classification helps engineers quickly identify defect source.

Newport Corporation    Irvine, CA 92606
May 01, 2012 Offered with SG optical breadboard platforms in sizes from 24 x 24 in. to 36 x 72 in., scientific-grade (SG) series Vision IsoStation(TM) provides features and accessories that facilitate installation and setup while promoting lab-space utilization. SG series breadboards, with 3/16 in. ferromagnetic stainless steel working surface, damping, sealed holes, and surface flatness better than ±0.004 in. over 2 ft, are stable and rigid due to steel, triple-core-interface honeycomb construction.

Aurora Instruments Ltd    Vancouver, BC V6A1W2
Apr 24, 2012 Accommodating all common reagents and labware, VERSA(TM) 10 simplifies routine protocols by combining automated multi-channel dispensing (4 or 8 channels) with single-channel, cherry-picking functionality. Customizable system setup and optional deck modules let users automate diverse applications, and air displacement pipetting prevents cross-contamination. Workstation accommodates 96- and 384-well formats and allows PCR setup in 96-well plates in 6 min.

Oxford Instruments Analytical    High Wycombe HP12 3SE  United Kingdom
Apr 20, 2012 Meeting ASTM B568 and ISO 3497 international test methods, X-Strata920 x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer offers coating thickness measurement and materials analysis for industrial markets such as electronics, metal finishing, alloys, and precious metals assay. Combining large area proportional detector and micro-focus x-ray tube, providing high-intensity, small spot x-ray beam for sample excitation. If problem area is identified, operator can return to specific points for detailed investigation.

AirClean Systems, Inc.    Raleigh, NC 27604
Apr 19, 2012 AC4000-Series horizontal laminar flow clean benches feature dual-wall design, providing space for mounting of service fixtures and electrical outlets. Ductless bench-top AC4000 can be placed on virtually any work surface with 30 in depth. Thermally-welded polypropylene construction provides seamless interior and because polypropylene is non-porous and chemically resistant, it eliminates environmental decay and can be used in variety of environments.

Pepperl+Fuchs    Twinsburg, OH 44087
Apr 17, 2012 Featuring flush 316L SS faceplate, ergonomically angled aseptic keypad with pointing options, and industrial-grade 15 or 19 in. monitor with FDA-grade silicone gasket, Aseptic Operator Workstations help keep MES, batch/process control, and HR projects on schedule in sterile pharmaceutical environments. Units are suitable for use in general purpose and Class I, Division 2 classified areas, satisfy Class 100 (ISO 5) requirements, and are Grade A/B compatible.

Aven, Inc.    Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Apr 03, 2012 Allowing horizontal and vertical movement, Lightweight Articulating Arm Stand facilitates positioning of scope to perform industrial and laboratory tasks. Scope attaches securely to 23 in. extension post, articulating arm travels up/down smoothly and remains stable in any position, and 12 in. horizontal post adds range of motion to pivot over objects being examined. With working distance of nearly 20 in., this accessory has 11 lb aluminum stand that holds microscope bodies up to 20 lb.

Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc.    Ramsey, NJ 07446
Apr 02, 2012 With optical filter mounted on stable crystalline silicon solar cell, Model AK-300 is used as standardized point of calibration to ensure consistent measurements of newly developed photovoltaic cells. Dye sensitized cell features spectral mismatch error of less than 1% and includes connectors for I-V measurement as well as temperature measurement. Errors in short-circuit current due to multiple reflections is reduced from 1.3% of conventional products to 0.0%.

SiliCycle Inc.    Quebec City, QC G1P4S6
Mar 20, 2012 SiliaPrepX(TM) polymeric SPE cartridges and well plates are designed to meet solid phase extraction needs. SiliaPrepX polymeric sorbents allow treatment of common matrices, such as human and animal biological fluids, waste waters, petrochemical and toxicological residues, as well as food and beverage. Products include Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB), Divinylbenzene (DVB), Strong Cation and Anion Exchangers (SCX & SAX), as well as Weak Cation and Anion Exchangers (WCX & WAX).

International Crystal Laboratories    Garfield, NJ 07026
Mar 14, 2012 Able to be heated to 200°C, Variable Path Length Cell features programmable ramp and soak temperature controller with RS-232 serial cable computer interface. Cell back plate is water-cooled and body is insulated as is vernier scale adjustment on front of cell. Path length may be continuously adjusted from 0.05-5 mm and reproduced within 0.001 mm. In addition, cell may be adjusted to provide precise intensity for exact location of both weak and strong bands.

Axiom Analytical, Inc.    Tustin, CA 92780
Mar 13, 2012 Designed for continuous on-line analysis of natural gas and other gaseous or liquid process streams, Model FCT-550 utilizes proprietary window sealing technique involving direct sapphire to metal welded pressure seal. Only materials in contact with process are sapphire, high nickel alloys, and thin flash of either gold or PTFE, ensuring chemical resistance. With standard Swagelok fitting technology, cell can be incorporated into existing process lines with little modification.

Thermo Fisher Scientific, Air Quality Instruments    Franklin, MA 02038
Feb 10, 2012 Orbitor(TM) BenchTrak is fully customizable plate mover with quick-connect modules that fits into existing laboratory space, either on- or in-bench. Multiple units can connect to form complex system layouts, and range of click-in components - instrument loading platforms, mezzanines, guarding, microplate stores - can be incorporated to address unique workflow requirements. Also included, Momentum 3 software enables users to configure solution for variety of benchtop workflows.

Torrey Pines Scientific, Inc.    Carlsbad, CA 92010
Feb 09, 2012 Peltier-based for heating and cooling, EchoTherm(TM) benchtop chilling incubators have 4-70°C temperature range and come in 2 fully programmable models and 2 models that offer simplified digital controls. All models, which are accurate to 0.1°C, do not have compressors or CFCs and are suited for life science laboratory applications. The 27.5 L units have 10 x 14 x 12 in. chamber can accommodate 4 racks, while 55.0 L units have 10 x 14 x 24 in. chamber and fit up to 6 racks.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Feb 01, 2012 Constructed with materials that eliminate potential for contamination of manufacturing area and processed parts, Cleanroom IRB 120 features unpainted mounting holes, unpainted stainless steel mechanical stops, and glue seals that avoid particle generation. Four-layer paint with varnish clear coat facilitates cleaning via cloth. Able to reach 112 mm below its base, Class 100 Cleanroom-rated robot has 6.6 lb payload, 8.8 lb vertical wrist payload, 580 mm reach, and 411 mm stroke.

IntelLiDrives Inc.    Philadelphia, PA 19152
Jan 27, 2012 Measuring 188 x 188 x 45 mm, Open Frame XY Stages replace manual stages found on microscopes and enable scanning speeds at 25 mm/sec. Linear encoder feedback ensures correct positioning with resolution of 0.1 µm and repeatability of 0.25 µm, while motion controller allows smooth positioning without vibration or shock to delicate samples. Very precise manual fine positioning is achieved through computerized control system and associated joystick.

SPEX SamplePrep LLC    Metuchen, NJ 08840
Jan 26, 2012 Employing design for vigorous up-and-down grinding motion, 2020 Geno/Grinder® integrates with all automated robotic systems and has complete cycle time of 2 min or less. Clamp accommodates various titer plates, vials, as well as all standard SPE plates and is suited for high-throughput processing of samples for isolation of nucleic acids (RNA/DNA), enzymes, yeast, proteins, and bacteria. Samples can be pulverized with or without buffer using variety of grinding media.

Cal Sensors, Inc.    Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Jan 25, 2012 As plug-and-play tool, Sensor Prototype Kit accelerates prototyping, validation, and product development for gas measurement instruments by allowing engineers to focus on challenges of system design. Kit validates detector viability and supporting PbS and PbSe detector technologies. Solution includes as standard 2 digital drive boards with integrated electronics, one 1- to 4-element detector, one PIREPlus emitter, and developer's software.

Beckman Coulter, Inc.    Fullerton, CA 92834-3100
Jan 23, 2012 Offering multiple visualization tools, Kaluza v1.2 enables millions of cells to be analyzed instantaneously via simultaneous use of hundreds of graphic processors. Interface with radial menus facilitates use, and ability to see animated data in multiple dimensions promotes visualization. With minimal clicks, researchers can generate compensation matrix from set of controls, choose from various algorithms to generate matrix, and export compensated data as CSV file.