Saint-Gobain introduces Tygon S3™ non-DEHP, phthalate-free tubing for laboratory applications
August 12, 2013
MICKLETON, N.J.-- Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, the maker of Tygon® high-performance flexible tubing, has become the first manufacturer to introduce a bio-based, phthalate-free product for use in laboratory applications. DEHP Di(2-ethylhexyl phthalate), a common plasticizer, has been removed from existing Tygon® formulations. Next-generation Tygon S3™ tubing is DEHP- and phthalate-free. Made from bio-based plasticizer, the product’s [...]
August 12, 2013
General Electric (GE) is one of the largest technology companies in the world, with its headquarters located in Connecticut. For over a decade NATS Incorporated in Middletown, Connecticut has been a prime supplier of large radiation detecting and monitoring networks worldwide. NATS Incorporated and GE recently signed an International Trade Partnership (ITP) agreement. The agreement [...]
August 12, 2013
LabAnswer announces the implementation of a cloud based, HIPAA compliant system to support OpGen’s newly launched clinical services laboratory. This CLIA certified laboratory will focus on developing a best-in-class portfolio of genetic tests and analysis services for the surveillance and identification of healthcare associated infections (HAIs) and human pathogens. Next generation DNA and genetic analysis [...]
PI Ofers 6-Axis Nanopositioning Stage for Nano-Manufacturing, Microscopy, Nanomanipulation
August 11, 2013
The P-562.6CD 6-axis nanopositioning stage from PI (Physik Instrumente) is a unique piezo-driven, flexure-guided positioning system based on the parallel-kinematics principle. The system enables precision motion in all degrees of freedom with 1 nanometer and 100 nano-rad closed-loop resolution, respectively. Travel ranges are 200 µm linear and rotational / tilt angles are 1 milliradian. This [...]
Tecan appoints Dr. Achim von Leoprechting to the Management Board
August 9, 2013
Männedorf, Switzerland, - The Tecan Group (SIX Swiss Exchange: TECN) today announced that Dr. Achim von Leoprechting has been appointed a member of the Management Board. As the new Head of the Partnering Business division, effective October 1, 2013, he will assume responsibility for Tecan's global OEM business, which has been led by Dr. David [...]
PerkinElmer Board Declares Quarterly Dividend
August 9, 2013
WALTHAM, Mass.-- The Board of Directors of PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE: PKI), declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share of common stock on July 26, 2013. This dividend is payable on November 8, 2013, to all shareholders of record at the close of business on October 18, 2013. About PerkinElmer PerkinElmer, Inc. is a [...]
Replaceable Slit Spectrometers Offer Applications Versatility
August 9, 2013
Dunedin, FL – Precision laser-cut slit and aperture assemblies from Ocean Optics add flexibility to the company’s QE65 Pro, Jaz, and Torus miniature spectrometers. Replaceable slits give users more freedom in spectrometer design and the ability to switch easily from one application to another with the replacement of a few screws. Modular spectroscopy makes possible [...]
Edwards to Gain Ultra-High Vacuum Capability Through Acquisition of Gamma Vacuum
August 9, 2013
CRAWLEY, WEST SUSSEX, UK. - Edwards Group Limited (NASDAQ: EVAC), a leading manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products and abatement systems and a global provider of related value-added services, Edwards has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the business and certain assets of Gamma Vacuum (“Gamma”), a market leader in the design, manufacture and service [...]
Sanguine BioSciences Announces Distribution Partnership with AMS Biotechnology
August 8, 2013
VALENCIA, Calif., -- Sanguine BioSciences, a biotechnology company enabling personalized medicine research, today announced a distribution partnership with AMS Biotechnology (AMSBIO) to make its products and services available to researchers in Europe. Sanguine collects and de-identifies biospecimen, medical history and other data from patients diagnosed with severe and chronic diseases for use in biomarker research. [...]
SeraCare Life Sciences Goes Live With SAP
August 8, 2013
Milford, Massachusetts, – SeraCare Life Sciences, a provider of high quality biological materials that help optimize diagnostic performance, reliability and repeatability across the IVD lifecycle, completed its implementation of SAP® enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. The SAP® system integrates the company’s inventory planning and control, purchasing, production management, quality management and financial reporting systems into [...]

