Laboratories face a common challenge: the need for sufficient space to accommodate equipment, personnel, and storage requirements. Floor space management in a laboratory can be challenging, particularly when space is limited. Metro has created a ...
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Introducing the Latest PHCbi Brand VIP ECO SMART Ultra-Low Temp Freezers
The PHCbi brand VIP ECO Ultra-Low Temp Freezers just got an upgrade. Still with the same storage capacities, the new and improved VIP ECO SMART Ultra-Low Temp Freezers now feature more technology with lower energy usage. PHCbi will be keeping their ...
Liquid Nitrogen LN2 Handling & Safety Tips
The handling of liquid nitrogen requires caution and common-sense knowledge to be safe. Failing to have precautions can lead to personal injury or can lead to the destruction of property. Below are a few tips to consider when handling liquid nitrogen ...
How to Inspect Your Order for Possible Freight Damage
When ordering any large products shipped by common carrier freight, it is always important to inspect the delivery for damage. Equipment that ships through a freight carrier can often be mishandled, accidentally dropped, moved around in the back of ...
What Are Remote Alarm Contacts?
Remote alarm contacts are used to send temperature information from a refrigerator or freezer to an external monitoring device. There are two types of remote alarm contacts: 4-20 mA Contacts (analog) and Dry Contacts (digital). These are not actually ...
How to Properly Clean Cell Culture Incubators
Cell culture incubators used in labs need proper care and cleaning to maintain reproducible and accurate results. Proper care also leads to less repairs and a longer lifespan of the unit, saving you money in the long run. Below is a simple step by ...
A Remarkably Long Influenza Season | How to Be Prepared
Every year the flu season typically makes its debut in late fall and ends in the spring, peaking during the holidays. This year the 2021 flu season seems to have overstayed it’s welcome with cases still popping up as of June 2022. Scientists have ...
What Should You Consider When Purchasing a BioSafety Cabinet?
Who should you involve when you are planning on purchasing a BioSafety Cabinet? When purchasing a BioSafety Cabinet (BSC), the decision on which model to purchase is critical. Those that have the technical knowledge, experienced laboratory ...
Laboratory Freezer Rack Configurator: Step by Step Guide
Finding the correct freezer racks for laboratory freezers, including upright, chest and liquid nitrogen LN2 freezers, can be difficult. With thousands of options to choose from, it can be an extremely tedious task to go through all of the ...
How to Maximize the Performance & Life of Your Centrifuges
Centrifuges are an essential tool in nearly all laboratories and centrifuge technology has advanced significantly over the years to provide better functionality. Keeping your centrifuge running to its maximum performance for the duration of its life ...
