Thermo Fisher Scientific makes heating
and drying benchtop ovens available globally

Thermo Scientific Heratherm heating and drying ovens are now available in 230V for the global market. The ovens are available in three different models: General Protocol, Advanced Protocol and Advanced Protocol Security. Each unit is available in 60-, 100- and 180-liter sizes with a choice of gravity or mechanical convection. With a focus on energy efficiency, sample safety and ease- of- use, these benchtop heating and drying ovens maximize capacity while optimizing laboratory footprint. Special insulation and a heat-decoupled door reduce energy consumption and minimize heat transfer to the environment. All models include an easy-to-use user interface, automatic over temperature alarm and data interface. As a result, these ovens meet all laboratory, clinical and industrial heating and drying needs.

Heratherm® General Protocol ovens are ideal for everyday heating and drying applications, operating up to 250° C with outstanding temperature stability. A timer function enables unit operation at defined times to optimize workflow. Where greater flexibility or temperature accuracy is required, the Heratherm Advanced Protocol ovens operate as high as 330° C, while providing superior temperature uniformity. An extended timer function offers the choice of weekly, real-time or hour-driven settings for advanced flexibility. The program function can store up to 10 pre-defined cycles making it easy to undertake processes involving complex temperature ramping and holding steps. Fan speed and damper position can be controlled electronically to facilitate optimal heating, while the unique boost function allows rapid heating and reduces long-term energy consumption.

The Heratherm Advanced Protocol Security ovens incorporate an additional under temperature alarm, as well as a lockable door with an alarm, making them ideal for working with precious samples and long-term processes. The auto-dry function shuts the oven down upon completion to maximize energy efficiency, and an optional stainless steel exterior makes it ideal for use in pharmaceutical and clinical laboratories.

For further information and to view the product video, view website: www.thermoscientific.com/hot

Thermo Fisher Scientific makes microbiological
benchtop incubators available for the global market

Thermo Scientific Heratherm microbiological incubators are now available in 230V for the global market. The incubators are available in three models: General Protocol, Advanced Protocol and Advanced Protocol Security. Each unit is available in 60-, 100- and 180-liter sizes and combines superior sample protection, ease of use, efficiency and an inner glass door that maintains temperature uniformity. The user-friendly units feature a small footprint, making them stackable without the use of tools; an easy-to-clean rounded interior; and an intuitive display. In addition, a compact 18-liter model incorporates Peltier technology to provide temperature conditions around or below ambient for space-restricted labs.

With a stainless steel interior, the Heratherm® General Protocol incubators use gravity convection to provide superior temperature uniformity, ranging from 5° C above ambient to 75° C. A unique airflow design, advanced microprocessor control and an automatic over temperature alarm ensure that an optimal temperature environment is maintained. Operating from 5° C above ambient to 105° C, the Heratherm Advanced Protocol incubators are equipped with unique, dual convection. This new technology allows flexible fan speed settings from 0 to 100 percent for application versatility. The digital timer provides weekly, hourly or real-time on/off cycles.

Heratherm Advanced Protocol Security incubators incorporate an over and under temperature alarm, as well as a lockable, alarmed door. The independently certified 140° C decontamination cycle provides additional peace of mind. An optional stainless steel exterior provides the clinical look and feel desired by pharmaceutical and clinical laboratories.

For further information, or to view the product video, view website: www.thermoscientific.com/incubators

Thermo Scientific cryogenic freezers safely deliver
ultra-low and uniform temperatures for ultimate sample protection

A new range of Thermo Scientific cryogenic freezers, operate at uniform and stable cryogenic temperatures of -140°C and -150°C, these freezers offer a safer and more convenient method for the long-term storage of biological materials. At such low temperatures, metabolic activity is not known to occur, greatly increasing cell viability. As such, these freezers fulfill the requirements of many laboratories, including those of clinical research, life sciences and pharmaceutical organizations.   

Using advanced mechanical refrigeration technology, the freezers offer important advantages over units that rely on liquid nitrogen as a cooling medium. There is greater temperature uniformity throughout the freezer and the interior storage space is maximized, enabling a capacity of up to 21,600 samples. Furthermore, all samples are maintained below the critical temperature of -130°C.

Thermo Scientific cryogenic freezers feature a patented, single compressor, orbital refrigeration system with an exclusive, HFC/CFC-free, mixed refrigerant. This provides a reduced operational cost when compared with liquid nitrogen alternatives. The superior evaporator design also increases the effectiveness of the refrigerant flow as well as the removal of heat from the cabinet.

For further information about the features and capabilities of the Thermo Scientific range of cryogenic freezers, view website: www.thermoscientific.com/cold.

Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue protects critical
samples by monitoring key laboratory parameters

The Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue wireless monitoring solution, Smart-Vue™ , protects precious samples by monitoring key laboratory parameters including temperature, CO2 concentration, humidity and differential pressure. It can be installed by the user on most laboratory equipment, including ultra-low temperature freezers, laboratory refrigerators, CO2 incubators and clean rooms. This intuitive, wireless monitoring solution is designed for controlled laboratory environments, such as pharmaceutical research and production, IVF clinics, tissue banking and diagnostic laboratories, where sample protection and monitoring is a priority. To facilitate regulatory compliance with various protocols, Smart-Vue provides full audit-trail traceability.

By continuously monitoring ambient conditions 24/7, the Smart-Vue wireless monitoring solution protects sensitive laboratory samples with immediate remote alarm notifications. It creates a permanent record of all readings, alarms and acknowledgements with the responder's personal identification. It is accessible via the Internet anytime, anywhere, and it is compliant with pertinent regulations including CFR Part 11, the criteria under which electronic records and electronic signatures are considered trustworthy, reliable and equivalent to paper records by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It also complies with standard operating procedures and good quality practices.

Smart-Vue can be easily installed, set-up and maintained. The multilingual, user-installed software automatically identifies and pre-configures module protocols for ease-of-use. The highly efficient and cost-effective Smart-Vue is fully scalable and flexible, and it is compatible with multiple brands and types of laboratory equipment.

For further information about how Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue protects sensitive samples within a laboratory, view website: www.thermoscientific.com/smart-vue

Redefining precision, flexibility and productivity in robotic autosampling

The Thermo Scientific TriPlus RSH Autosampler features exceptional precision, flexibility and productivity in sampling solutions. Compatible with Thermo Scientific GC and GC/MS systems, the autosampler sets new standards in automation and provides advanced liquid handling cycles that enable automated functionality beyond traditional liquid, headspace and solid-phase microextraction (SPME) injections.

Designed to provide exceptional repeatability and reliability, the TriPlus™ RSH Autosampler delivers high-quality analytical results and features precise built-in automation to improve productivity and prevent human error.

The TriPlus RSH sampling system brings together several technology innovations that further expand autosampling productivity, performance and versatility. The groundbreaking Automatic Tool Change (ATC) capability enables seamless operation by automating the exchange of syringes for different tasks in a single, unattended sequence prior to sample injection. In this way, high-precision sample-handling capabilities eliminate the need for extensive manual labor and downtime traditionally required to complete tasks, such as standard or stock sample dilutions, internal standard addition and derivatization.

Another significant feature provided by this new sampling system is the ability to expand unattended operations and productivity by offering unprecedented sample capacity. Unequivocal lab throughput is attainable by using one of the largest sample capacities available for an autosampler. A sample vial capacity of 648 2-mL vials, combined with multiple 100-mL wash/waste bottles, allows the Thermo Scientific TriPlus RSH to achieve weekend-long unattended operations - a goal not attainable with most other sampling systems currently on the market.

Vial Bottom Sensing is a further innovation that expands the application range of the TriPlus RSH autosampler. Precisely detecting the vial bottom, the autosampler accurately withdraws microliters or fractions of microliters from a sample as low as five microliters in a vial. Trace analysis, radioactive samples or samples requiring expensive internal standards are just a few examples of the applications that benefit from this breakthrough.

For further information, e-mail: analyze@thermofisher.com or view website: www.thermoscientific.com/triplusrsh  Refer to page 213

Thermo Scientific immunoassay plate guide
details custom plate options for immunoassay protocols

Thermo Fisher Scientific helps you to decrease your time to market with its custom coating service. The complete custom coating capabilities of MicroWell plates are detailed in the new interactive and searchable Thermo Scientific immunoassay plate guide. Thermo Fisher Scientific's proven strengths in surface treatment, surface capabilities and production enables you to improve your output, with shorter lead times. Furthermore, each plate undergoes strict quality control in a certified facility to ensure high quality and consistency throughout the entire process. As a result, your production capacity is increased, allowing you to optimize any new opportunities.

The immunoassay plate selection guide is a user-friendly tool, detailing the complete range of surface formats available. To view the guide and find out more about our custom coating capabilities, view website: www.thermoscientific.com/oemdiagnostics