Kjeldahl no more

Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched the FLASH 4000 nitrogen/protein analyser as an alternative to the Kjeldahl methodology for the food and beverage industry. It features a large sample load (two grams), ensuring maximum accuracy and reliability of results and improved productivity capabilities. 

The FLASH 4000 eliminates the need for sample preparation and is capable of processing more samples than the Kjeldahl method in less than seven minutes. It features an automatic CO₂ adsorber regenerating technology, which is automatically activated to adsorb the CO₂ generated during combustion, an inherent Peltier water elimination device and a thermal conductivity detector. 
analyze@thermofisher.com  

High on speed and resolution 

Bruker Daltonics has introduced maXis, a new electrospray ultra-high resolution tandem TOF (UHR-Qq-TOF) mass spectrometer for applications including small molecule identification, metabolomics, quantitative proteomics, as well as biomarker discovery and validation.  

MaXis offers 20Hz full spectra acquisition at ultra-high mass resolution for high-speed liquid chromatography; 40.000 - 60,000 resolution in both MS and MS/MS mode over a broad mass range; excellent high m/z mass range; novel IonCooler technology delivering excellent MS/MS sensitivity over a broad m/z range; high dynamic range of five orders of magnitude for trace detection in complex mixtures; sub-ppm mass accuracy in both MS and MS/MS mode for high confidence IDs; and SmartFormula 3D unambiguous determination of molecular sum formulae for molecules up to one kilodalton. 
michael.willett@bruker.com 

Nanoscale separation 

Waters Corporation of Denver, US, has unveiled the TRIZAIC UPLC System with nanoTile Technology, designed to deliver exceptional sensitivity for limited-sample, direct-flow, nanoscale protein separations. For use with Waters SYNAPT HDMS and SYNAPT MS Systems, it combines novel microfluidic separation technology with Waters sub-two-micrometre column chemistries, unique solvent delivery and comprehensive data management for both large- and small-molecule applications.  
Brian_J_Murphy@waters.com 

All that Jaz

Ocean Optics of Duiven, the Netherlands, has launched Jaz, a family of stackable, modular and autonomous optical sensing components that share common electronics and communications, able to operate together or separately.

By incorporating a powerful microprocessor and onboard display, the need for a PC is eliminated, freeing the Jaz for applications outside the lab. Ethernet connectivity for internet-addressable sensing, SD card for data storage and battery module enables untethered measurements and data collection. 

Jaz features a crossed Czerny-Turner optical bench with a linear CCD-array detector and grating and slit options for a variety of configurations.

The platform expands to include a UV-Vis light source, rechargeable lithium-ion battery and up to eight spectrometer modules, allowing the system to be customised to changing application needs.

The Jaz also accommodates fibre optic accessories such as cuvette holders and fibres.
Jessica.vanHeck@oceanoptics.eu  

Precise control of temperature

Radleys of Saffron Walden, UK, have launched the Huber CC-Pilot controller for precise control of Huber thermostat baths from -120 to 400ºC. 

The bright, clear, LCD colour screen displays internal, process and set point temperatures in large format enabling easy viewing from across the lab, and the option of a real time graphical display. Safety information such as over-temperature setting, set point limits, bath level indicator, alarms and pump pressure/speed can be displayed simultaneously; all this information, with the addition of time and date, is available at a glance, without the need for a user to access the software menu.  

CC-Pilot controllers come as standard with RS232 interface, external temperature probe connection and port for software upgrades. 

Additional functionality can be added to the Basic Grade CC-Pilot. The Exclusive Grade CC-Pilot controller includes the option of 0.01ºC resolution temperature display, True Adaptive Control (TAC) intelligent self optimising control, graphic display, process control, ramp function and triple five step programming. The Professional Grade controllers add further functionality that includes non-linear ramping, a second set point function and extended multi-point programming capability. 
sales@radleys.co.uk 

LIMS 

Perkin Elmer of Waltham, US, has launched three market-specific LABWORKS Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) packages aimed at addressing the critical data management needs of customers in water, food and petrochemical laboratories.  

LABWORKS foodLIMS is designed to integrate with tracing software to support compliance with regulatory requirements including the US BioTerrorism Act of 2002, which requires food and beverage producers to trace their products both backward into the supply chain and forward through the distribution system. LABWORKS waterLIMS interfaces with Environmental Enforcement Data Management Systems (EEDMS) to help ensure compliance with environmental regulations. LABWORKS processLIMS interfaces with refineries' Plant Information Management Systems (PIMS) to ensure optimal efficiency in data reporting.  
productInfo@perkinelmer.com