New Products
12/01/2005
Compiled by Angela Godwin
Thermoelectric heater/chiller
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Kool-Pure is an ultrahigh-purity thermoelectric heat exchanger used to heat and cool chemicals for semiconductor and medical applications. It utilizes a patented, leak-proof, all PFA (Teflon) flow path to ensure chemical resistance, high purity, and many years of maintenance-free operation. Kool-Pure’s unique thermoelectric technology offers a compact design combined with high flexibility, allowing for a wide range of heating and cooling capacities (100W to 1.5KW) and flow rates (up to 20 lpm). Other benefits include an FM-4910 polypropylene enclosure for ultimate protection against corrosive fumes; manual or remote control via 4-20mA, 0-10VDC, or RS-232; and a power control methodology resulting in temperature accuracy of ±0.1°C.
Applied Integrated Systems
Livermore, Calif.
www.appliedintegratedsystems.com
Microbial air monitor
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The new Sampl’Air from AES Chemunex enables the microbial monitoring of the air through impacting microorganisms onto a standard petri dish. An impacting-speed monitoring system guarantees the high reliability of the sampling. The lightweight, ergonomic sampler is made of ABS (less than 1.8 kg) and the rechargeable battery lasts 25 cycles of 10 minutes each (4 hours). The sampling grid is made of stainless steel and can be steam-sterilized. The Sampl’Air offers traceability functions like sampling location, date, culture media, and operator. The instrument’s Data Manager software, which is compliant with 21CFR Part 11, lets the user easily program and process the sampling data. An optional printer and a barcode reader are also available. The company offers a complete range of specific culture media to optimize the performance of its air-sampling tool.
AES Chemunex, Inc.
Princeton, N.J.
www.samplair.com
Remote monitoring system
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DeltaTRAK, Inc. has announced its new FlashLink SP (Server Package) Wireless Manager software, which uses a protected remote database server platform to offer users secure worldwide access of environmental data gathered by their installed FlashLink Wireless Systems. In addition to data viewing, the software provides reporting of data deviations. This product meets or exceeds HACCP, QA and other regulatory guidelines for environmental monitoring data maintenance, and it’s also FDA 21CFR Part 11-compliant. FlashLink Wireless is a standalone, real-time monitoring, recording and alarm system. It offers user-defined set-up, continuous monitoring and management reporting of temperature and humidity conditions. The system is capable of communicating with up to 100 remotely located sensors.
DeltaTRAK, Inc.
Pleasanton, Calif.
www.deltatrak.com
HEGA filters
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A new line of HEGA (high-efficiency gas adsorber) filters from Camfil Farr provides effective removal of hazardous gaseous contaminants from air-handling containment systems. The HEGA filter frames are manufactured of high-impact plastic and a V-bed design channels air through multiple beds of adsorbent, reducing resistance to airflow. Typically installed in systems that include prefiltration and HEPA filtration, the HEGA filters may be changed using a bag-in/bag-out procedure to protect service personnel during changeout. The filters are available in fluid-seal or gasket-seal configurations, with high-efficiency sorbent media in 1-inch or 2-inch bed depths. They’re easy to handle, fully incinerable, and less likely to damage containment bags during changeout.
Camfil Farr
Riverdale, N.J.
www.camfilfarr.com
Assay plate films
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SealPlate ColorTab™ (patent pending) clear polyester adhesive films are 50 μm thick, minimize evaporation, prevent spillage and contamination between wells, and provide a secure seal for ELISA, EIA , and similar assays. End tabs have a color dot and white writing area for plate ID labeling and, with backing removed, adhere to the ends of the plate. Because they’re perforated, the tabs can be left in place to maintain plate identity even if the center portion of the film is removed. Alternatively, one inscribed color-coded end tab can be removed and pasted in a laboratory notebook while the other remains on the plate for identification. Films are supplied with five dot colors (green, lavender, orange, red, blue) in nonsterile, single-color packs of 100 and in assorted packs of 50 containing five individual-color packs of 10, nonsterile or sterile.
Biotech Solutions, Inc.
Vineland, N.J.
www.biotechsolutions.org
Safety spectacles
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Magid Glove & Safety has released two new models in its Myst Flex line of Gemstone safety spectacles (models Y18BKC and Y15CFC). These spectacles provide additional comfort and flexibility and are applicable in any environment. They have polycarbonate frames with clear, hard-coated polycarbonate lenses. The Y15CFC has frosted polycarbonate temples with soft, gray, PVC temple tips and built-in nose pads for secure fit. The Y18BKC has soft, flexible, black temple tips and soft PVC nose pads that are attached to the frame. These spectacles are designed to be lightweight and offer excellent peripheral vision. They’ve been fully tested and inspected for quality assurance and meet ANSI Z87.1-2003 High Impact Standards. Each pair of Myst Flex spectacles is packed and sealed in a polybag. There are 12 pairs per inner carton with 144 pairs per shipping carton.
Magid Glove and Safety Manufacturing Co.
Chicago, Ill.
www.magidglove.com
Vision sensor
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Cognex Corporation, supplier of machine vision systems and vision sensors, recently announced the In-Sight® 5400S, a stainless-steel vision sensor suitable for the toughest environments. This industrial-grade vision sensor meets IEC specifications for shock and vibration, and achieves an IP68/NEMA 6P rating that stands up to chemical wash-down and submersion. This product is suitable for food, beverage, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications. It can be used to sort objects, detect proper fill levels, inspect labels, caps and safety seals, verify label text, date and lot codes, read linear and 2-D codes, and count and verify products in cartons. It includes a powerful library of vision software, as well as built-in Ethernet communications and In-Sight Explorer software with advanced tools to simplify application development and network administration.
Cognex Corporation
Natick, Mass.
www.cognex.com
Prequalified shipping container
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TCP Reliable engineers have developed a solution for shipping temperature-sensitive products without the need for expensive and time-consuming testing. The TimeSaver 72 is a prequalified shipping container conforming to ISTA Summer and Winter Weather shipping conditions. It is reusable and utilizes the exclusive Phase 5 (phase change material) to maintain the critical 2-8 temperature range for up to 72 hours. Phase 5 is packaged in a unique TCP plastic panel cube so no inner corrugate is required for this shipping container.
TCP Reliable
Edison, N.J.
www.tcpreliable.com
Polyester wipers
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Berkshire has recently introduced two new wiper products. MicroSeal™ SuperSorb is a highly absorbent, two-ply, 100 percent polyester wiper with ultrasonic heat-sealed edge, designed to address specific absorbency concerns and durability for the critical environments. This polyester-knit wipe is an excellent choice in critical component wiping applications where high concentrations of liquid are in use. ValuSeal™ HA is a highly absorbent, 100 percent polyester wiper with ultrasonic heat-sealed edge, designed to address specific absorbency concerns, purity levels, and strength and durability for the semiconductor and biomedical markets. Proprietary knitting and laundry techniques, combined with a bonding application, have created products that possess super absorbency capacity along with cleanliness and durability. In addition to delivering performance and cleanliness to critical environments, Berkshire is committed to strict quality-control guidelines. To guarantee consistent quality, Berkshire follows the ISO Standards and its Quality Management System is ISO 9001-registered. Berkshire’s technology programs are designed to produce the highest-value manufacturing processes and products driven by the continuous improvement requirements of critical environment customers.
Berkshire Corporation
Great Barrington, Mass.
www.berkshire.com
Handheld particle counter
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Kanomax USA, Inc. introduces its new Model 3887 Handheld Particle Counter, a compact, rugged instrument designed to measure particle contaminant levels in all types of industrial and indoor environment applications, including: cleanrooms, fume hoods, paint-spray booths, and more. The laser-based measurement platform and 0.1 CFM flow rate conform to ISO 14644 recommendations for the specification of air cleanliness and determination of particle concentration limits. The instrument measures particle size concentrations at 0.3 μm, 0.5 μm, 1.0 μm or 5.0 μm, and operates on four NiMH rechargeable or standard AA alkaline batteries (or AC adapter). A Windows-based software application comes standard with the unit to allow downloading of particle concentration data over either RS232C or RS485 communication cables, also included as standard. The 0.1 CFM flow rate is monitored and maintained via active flow control to ensure accurate and consistent measurements.
Kanomax USA, Inc.
Andover, N.J.
www.kanomax-usa.com
Ductless fume hoods
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The Purair Ductless Fume Hood line from Air Science USA provides operator safety and exceeds OSHA, ANSI and other relevant international standards. Completely portable and self-contained, these hoods are designed to protect lab personnel from harmful powders and chemical vapors using HEPA filtration and advanced activated-carbon filtration techniques. The Purair line consists of six models with face velocity of 100 FPM and airflow from 145 CFM up to 440 CFM. These units are available in widths from 29.5 inches up to 69 inches. Depth of all units is 27.5 inches and height is 47.5 inches. The Purair Ductless Fume Hoods feature high operator protection against fume and particle hazards while offering portability and 360° visibility. Options offered include mobile carts, base cabinets, air velometers, and a microprocessor controller to monitor airflow, containment and filter condition.
Air Science USA
Fort Myers, Fla.
www.air-science.com
Sterile high-retention filters
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Millipore recently announced the availability of its new Millipore Express® SHR (Sterile High-Retention) filters providing sterilizing-grade performance and mycoplasma removal across a range of applications including cell culture media and media additives, process intermediates and other biological fluids for enhanced sterility assurance. These filters feature high flow rates for improved process efficiency and an on-board PES membrane prefilter for extended filter capacity and lower filtration costs. These 0.1 μm-rated filters are available in a range of formats including: membrane disks (25 mm, 47 mm, 90 mm and 142 mm); cartridge filters ranging in size from 5 to 30 inches; OptiScale® disposable scaling devices; and Opticap® XL and XLT autoclavable or gamma-compatible capsules.
Millipore Corporation
Billerica, Mass.
www.millipore.com
Filter integrity tester
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Meissner Filtration Products, Inc. introduces the Accuflux® Pocket Pro™ filter integrity tester, a new, lightweight, handheld instrument that tests the integrity of membrane filters using the pressure-hold method. This tester can store up to 19 different programs to test a variety of cartridge and housing combinations. Test parameters are easy to input and reference for future use. After each test is performed, the instrument automatically saves the result in its memory for later viewing on its LCD screen or for downloading to a PC to save or print. The Windows-based data backup program is easy to use. This microprocessor-controlled unit is accurate and reliable, and it’s ideal for performing the pressure-hold integrity test on membrane filter systems in critical applications for industries such as: bulk pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, semiconductor/microelectronics, and more.
Meissner Filtration Products, Inc.
Camarillo, Calif.
www.meissner.com
Portable particle counter
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Particle Measuring Systems introduces the LASAIR II 350L, which counts particles as small as 0.3 micron while sampling at 50 LPM. The higher flow rate samples one cubic meter in only 20 minutes. The software walks the user through the full certification process and then automatically generates a full final report. This particle counter has complete sampling and recipe features, yet is simple to use. The instrument, weighing only 15.5 pounds including the battery, is portable and comes with a chemical-resistant, easy-to-sterilize cover.
Particle Measuring Systems
Boulder, Colo.
www.pmeasuring.com
Stainless-steel lift tables
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Southworth Products Corp announces a new line of stainless-steel lift tables designed for use in applications that require sanitary wash-downs. Available in 2,500- and 4,000-pound capacities, these units have a passivated finish and are USDA-approved. In addition to the table, the motor is wash-down rated, and the power unit is fully clad in stainless steel. Controls are waterproof and rated to NEMA 4. The lifts also feature extra-wide bases for added stability, heavy-duty torque tubes, and fully profiled scissor legs for maximum strength. Platforms are 42 inches by 48 inches. Units lower to 9.25 inches and can be raised to 36 inches. A pan-style unit is available for applications that require loading and offloading with a hand pallet truck.
Southworth Products Corp
Portland, Maine
www.SouthworthProducts.com
Tubular aluminum riser
Simplex Isolation Systems, designer and manufacturer of custom cleanrooms, has announced that its Simplex Airlock Enclosure systems can accommodate radius or coved flooring to ensure proper cleaning per USP <797> requirements for sterile compounding. Simplex can augment its frame system with a 2-inch by 4-inch tubular aluminum riser under the wall panels at the floor level. The riser provides the framework for a flooring contractor to install 6-inch coved flooring.
Simplex Isolation Systems
Fontana, Calif.
www.SimplexIsolationSystems.com
Stainless-steel countertops
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Eagle introduces new stainless-steel countertops made of high-performance, 16-gauge, type 304 stainless steel and constructed under rigorous sanitation standards. The tables are stain- and chemical-resistant and are ideal for use with fume hoods. Standard countertop models are offered in a width of 30 inches, and in lengths ranging from 35 inches to 144 inches. All countertops are die-formed and feature either square or boxed-marine front edges. Backsplashes are available with turndown and Z-clips. Endsplashes and cut-outs are also optional. Additional customizing is offered through Eagle’s SpecFAB® Division, including the incorporation of 1-, 2- or 3-compartment sink bowls that can be placed in the center, left or right end of the countertop units.
Eagle Group
Clayton, Del.
www.eaglegrp.com
Fluid processors with PAT-ready options
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Microfluidics introduces Process Analytical Technology (PAT)-ready options for its production level M-700 series Microfluidizer® high-shear fluid processors. PAT-ready options include SCADA and DCS industry-standard technology for data acquisition and process control so that pharmaceutical manufacturers can incorporate Microfluidizer processors into their product manufacturing lines while monitoring variables of flow, pressure, and temperature within a closed-loop control environment. PAT-ready options are also available with the constant pressure option, which utilizes built-in pump position transducers that automatically adapt to changing requirements and easily maintain constant process pressure. This full digital control of the dual synchronous high-pressure intensifier pumps ensures that the product flows at constant pressure and velocity through the interaction chambers to eliminate pressure spikes, provide extremely uniform processing, and permit the M-700 system to operate more quietly and efficiently.
Microfluidics
Newton, Mass.
www.microfluidicscorp.com
Transportation solution
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MagneMotion’s QuickStick LSM system consists of meter-long, linear synchronous motors (LSM) that connect end-to-end within a vehicle guideway system. Using electromagnetic force, the motors control vehicles equipped with permanent magnet arrays, moving them to preprogrammed positions along the guideway. The motors track each vehicle’s position and communicate with each other at all times. Vehicles can move bidirectionally at speeds up to 2.5 meters per second, stop at multiple stations with a repeatability of ±0.5 mm, and carry loads in excess of 1,000 lbs, depending on acceleration and velocity requirements. The system is highly accurate, easily cleanable, and has a minimum of moving parts, making it suitable for the clean environment.
MagneMotion
Acton, Mass.
www.magnemotion.com
Agar strips for room-temperature storage
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Conventional agar media packaging, such as agar and Rodac plates, must be stored in a refrigerated area, which causes many space storage issues, especially in smaller facilities. Biotest has announced, however, the convenience of room-temperature storage for selected Biotest agar strips. The Biotest TC, TC-γ, TCI-γ, TSM, SDX, SDX-γ and DG-18 agar strips can be stored at room temperature for the entire shelf life of the product, freeing valuable space in refrigerated areas and allowing users to save money on costs associated with refrigeration.
Biotest Diagnostics Corporation
Denville, N.J.
www.BiotestUSA.com
Lighting for critical environments
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The Bio-Seal™ luminaire from Guth Lighting is a seam-welded fluorescent troffer with an Ingress Protection (IP) 66 certification for heavy hose-down and dust-tight applications for use in laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, chemical or food processing plants, and other environments with stringent ambient lighting requirements. It is well suited for hazardous locations requiring biosafety levels 1, 2 or 3 and cleanrooms from Class 10 to Class 10,000 [ISO Class 4 to 7]. The luminaire comes standard with low-scale, unitized, single-piece, rectangular aluminum housing. A one-piece, continuous, silicone interior gasket, and twelve captive and gasketed stainless-steel, tamper-resistant compression screws on an overlapped housing door, combined with seam welding around the housing, provide a dust-, particulate- and waterproof seal.
Guth Lighting
St. Louis, Mo.
www.guth.com
Mini particle counter
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Particle Measuring Systems introduces the HandiLaz Mini, an ergonomically designed, simple-to-use handheld instrument that counts particles as small as 0.3 micron. This counter weighs only 1.5 pounds and features easy data transfer to Excel. Particle measurements are made in seconds and up to 8,000 samples can be stored.
Particle Measuring Systems
Boulder, Colo.
www.pmeasuring.com
Process monitoring and control instrument
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Novx Corporation has introduced the NanoPulse Series 7000, its next-generation process monitoring and control instrument developed for ESD/EMI applications requiring a constant, dedicated monitoring strategy in highly constrained processing environments. The instrument features a combination of smart signal processing and the ability to adapt antenna types and configurations for specific applications. The Series 7000 facilitates direct reporting of monitored parameters from a significant number of tools and may be simultaneously interfaced to the process tool and monitoring system (PEMS) for data storage and report generation. This monitor and its associated workstation and/or process equipment can directly perform SPC calculations and direct tool communication in addition to previously available reporting functions. The monitor will communicate with most any commercially available particle counters/detectors in addition to its own ESC/ESD-related monitoring features. All alarm thresholds, SPC parameters and tool shut-down warning and alarm levels are customer programmable.
Novx Corporation
San Jose, Calif.
www.novxcorp.com
NEW LITERATURE
Food-processing and packaging brochure
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A new full-color brochure from Bosch Rexroth gives an overview of the company’s GenNext™ technology and its application to food processing and packaging equipment, highlighting the range of Rexroth solutions in a variety of machines. GenNext technology, the successor to Gen3 systems, offers greater uptime, higher productivity, easier use, more open connectivity, and lower costs. GenNext includes distributed intelligence to provide superior control, predictive maintenance, advanced diagnostics, durable hygienic and corrosion-resistant products and simplified use. Equally important, GenNext embraces multiple technologies, including electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and linear motion systems. The brochure can be downloaded from the company’s Web site, and is also available in a printed version.
Bosch Rexroth Corp.
Hoffman Estates, Ill.
www.boschrexroth-us.com
Filter capsule brochure
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Meissner offers a new brochure on disposable filter capsules that are ideal for point-of-use and small-batch filtration of both liquids and gases. The brochure features ready-to-use capsules, which are constructed to withstand shocks, backpressure surges and multiple sterilizations, and also covers the media selection available, including PVDF, PES, PTFE, polypropylene, polypropylene microfiber and glass fiber, in absolute ratings from 0.04 μm to 70 μm. Colorful flow-rate charts assist users in adequately sizing their filtration systems. Applications ranging from clarification and particulate removal to sterile filtration are highlighted by filter media for ease in filter selection.
Meissner Filtration Products, Inc.
Camarillo, Calif.
www.meissner.com
Research tools catalog
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Millipore has announced the availability of the newest edition of its Bioscience Catalogue, which features tools for accelerating, simplifying and enhancing research. It includes expanded, detailed product and applications sections for protein research, drug discovery, laboratory water systems, and filtration for life-science applications. The guide includes: new transfer membranes, detection chemistries and accessories for western blotting; a variety of multiwell, automation-compatible filtration plates and accessories that produce quick and reliable results; a range of laboratory water systems including the Direct-Q® 3 system, which delivers ultrapure water on demand directly from tap water; new 33 mm Millex® filter units with 20 percent more surface area, yielding faster flow rates, throughput and operational pressures; and a technical-handbooks section with applications, protocols and troubleshooting information for ease-of-use. Visit the company’s Web site to order a free copy of the catalog.
Millipore Corporation
Billerica, Mass.
www.millipore.com/mycatalogue
Controls and gages catalog
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Dwyer Instruments, Inc. produces a broad range of measuring and control instruments for pressure, temperature, level, flow, and other related applications. The 2006 Dwyer catalog features a convenient and easy-to-use format, with complete product-ordering information and schedules for discounts. Dwyer’s Web site has a new “check order status” feature: Check your order quantity, model number, schedule/shipment and tracking information, and view listings of open and closed orders for the past 30 working days. To order a free catalog or for more information, visit the company’s Web site.
Dwyer Instruments, Inc.
Michigan City, Ind.
www.dwyer-inst.com
Seating products brochure
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BioFit Engineered Products offers Engineered Seating for Productivity, a new catalog featuring hundreds of seating products. The 36-page catalog presents BioFit’s broad selection of chairs, stools and footrests for critical environments and other applications. Information includes standard features of each model plus options such as special backrests, seats, armrests and ergonomic controls. The catalog identifies chairs in BioFit’s quick-ship program and provides a basic formula to determine the correct seat height for an application.
BioFit Engineered Products
Waterville, Ohio
www.biofit.com
Ductwork catalog
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Edlon, Inc., an operating unit of Robbins & Myers, Inc., is offering a free 24-page catalog describing its entire line of Guardian™ Fluoropolymer Coated Ducting. Edlon’s Guardian ducts are designed for vacuums of 6 inches WG (1500 Pa), 12 inches WG (3000 Pa) or 18 inches WG (4500 Pa). All ducts are fabricated from 300-series stainless steel and are coated on the internal surface with either an SC-5001 FM™ ETFE or SC-2001 FM™ ECTFE composite coating to a thickness of 0.012 inch (0.2 mm) nominal, 0.017 inch (0.3 mm) maximum. All coating systems are available in an antistatic grade for applications where static discharge is a concern. Edlon’s Guardian fluoropolymer-coated stainless-steel ducting is a corrosive-exhaust system that eliminates the need for an internal sprinkler suppression system. It is designed and manufactured in accordance with Factory Mutual Research Standards 4922 and 4910.
Edlon, Inc.
Avondale, Pa.
www.edlon.com