Metro Starsys – Reinvent Your Lab!

No matter what you need – open, closed, short, tall, mobile, stationary elements, preconfigured WorkCenters or carts…Starsys has the elements for you. With Starsys, you choose form an array of modular units to fit the space and work specifications. It’s that easy and that flexible.

Phenolic Resin Laboratory Tables – What are they and where are they used?

phenolic surface work table

Let’s begin with this question: What is Phenolic Resin? Phenolic resin is a heat-cured plastic formed from a reaction of a carbon-based alcohol and a chemical called aldehyde. The resin is hard, heat-resistant, and can be mixed with a wide range of materials for industrial or residential use. This resin can be cured around canvas … Read morePhenolic Resin Laboratory Tables – What are they and where are they used?

Brady BMP51 Label Printer

The BMP51 Label Maker has all the latest features for portable printing on the go: a large display screen, easy-to-use label design apps, fast print speed, and more. You can carry this printer throughout your facility to quickly and easily make labels on the go. It has a 300 dpi print head and prints at … Read moreBrady BMP51 Label Printer

CleanPro Environmental Monitoring

CleanPro Critical Environment Monitoring Solution:Get real time reporting, alarm conditions, and instant traceability. CleanPro’s Monitoring Solutions are sophisticated computer-based monitoring systems for critical applications. They are ISO-9001/2008 certified and the development processes meet cGMP standards. In addition to SCADA and general process control systems, there are over 200 systems installed in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories … Read moreCleanPro Environmental Monitoring

Lean Cellular Manufacturing: Processing, Methods, Layouts, and Implementation

Cellular manufacturing helps reduce waste by reducing defects that result from processing and product changeovers. Since products or components move through a cell one piece at a time, operators can quickly identify and address defects. Autonomation (jidoka) in cellular systems helps prevent waste by signaling when defects occur.

Navigating the Different Switchboard Mat Standards

Navigating the Different Swtichboard Mat Standards

Why Do I Need a Switchboard Mat? According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are 350 reported cases of electricity-related injuries that occur in the industrial workplace every year. Exposure to high voltage machinery and equipment are considered hazardous and life-threatening. However, safety measures and requirements were implemented to protect employees’ well-being. OSHA … Read moreNavigating the Different Switchboard Mat Standards

Waldmann Tevisio LED Magnifier

Introducing the NEW Waldmann Tevisio LED Magnifier A pioneering combination of efficiency, flexibility, and visual quality, the Tevisio’s sleek , modern design and technical features as an instrument make it an absolute novelty among magnifier luminaries. With its exceptional flexibility through innovative mounting technology as well as high visual quality, it supports even the most … Read moreWaldmann Tevisio LED Magnifier

Airy Technology P231 Remote Particle Sensor

Update: 10/2/2019 Particles Plus acquired Airy Technology in 2014. Particles Plus is currently working on a new remote sensor as a replacement for the P series particle counters. If you bought Airy products from PAC, we still support your purchase. The new generations of Particles Plus air quality testers and monitors are impressive in capabilities … Read moreAiry Technology P231 Remote Particle Sensor

Airy Technology P611 Handheld Laser Particle Counter Review

airy particle counters specs and review

The Airy Technology P611 saves up to 10,000 sample data in the memory for review on the unit display and for PC download via the USB cable. Temperature and humidity can also be monitored with the optional probe. P611 complies with ISO 21501-4 and comes with a two-year warranty. The 611 is highly regarded by professionals who validate ISO cleanrooms (Class 5-9) and investigate indoor air quality.

Andersen Mat Solutions for Healthcare

The Andersen Company is a producer of high-quality, dependable mats for indoors and outdoors. This post is dedicated Healthcare Solutions. Interior Mats Interior mats perform many tasks. They are useful as dust control or finishing mats when used in conjunction with an entrance mat program. There are many areas of a healthcare facility that require an interior … Read moreAndersen Mat Solutions for Healthcare

Hakko FM-204 Desoldering Station

This is our second to last post in our Hakko free shipping promotion. Today we’ll focus on the Hakko FM-204 Desoldering Station. In electronics, “desoldering” is the removal of solder and components from a circuit for troubleshooting, for repair purposes, component replacement, and to salvage components. The Hakko FM-204 is a self-contained desoldering station with all … Read moreHakko FM-204 Desoldering Station

Hakko FR-802 SMD Hot Air Rework Station

Today’s Hakko product feature is the FR-802 SMD Hot Air Rework Station. As mentioned before we are using this week to focus on Hakko, and before we get into the FR-802 station, lets look a little into who Hakko is. For over 50 years Hakko has been producing superior quality soldering and desoldering tools, hot air rework … Read moreHakko FR-802 SMD Hot Air Rework Station

Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station

Continuing on our Hakko product focus, today we’ll look at the Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station. Please keep in mind that the items that were blogged yesterday, and the rest of the Hakko products that will be discussed this week are on special at Production Automation, we think Hakko is a great company with excellent products, … Read moreHakko FX-888 Soldering Station

Hakko FA-400 Smoke Absorber

Breathe easy with the Hakko FA-400 Bench Top Smoke Absorber. The FA-400 removes soldering smoke and fumes quickly, safely and efficiently. The unit can be used in a vertical position or a low-profile position. When used in the low profile position, efficiency and air flow is increased by approximately 2.6 times. Unit is made of non-sloughing static … Read moreHakko FA-400 Smoke Absorber

Hakko FA-430 Fume Extraction System

The Hakko FA-430 Fume Extraction unit is expressly for use at soldering stations, extracting the contaminated air directly at the source. Contaminated air is captured from the workplace surrounding the soldering station by the hood or hoods, and transferred to the FA-430 unit by rigid ducts, and a special replacement filter notification function notifies the operator when … Read moreHakko FA-430 Fume Extraction System

Hakko FM-206 High Performance 3-Port Rework Station

The most versatile and compact system for your soldering, desoldering, and hot air rework needs. 3 stations in one! FM-206 3-Port Rework Station The FM-206 rework station’s sleek, compact design minimizes loss of bench space and its powerful ports allow the use of the FM-2029 single hot air handpiece and FM-2030 heavy duty soldering iron, … Read moreHakko FM-206 High Performance 3-Port Rework Station

40 Suggestions for a Safer Lab

The Laboratory Safety Institute | Laboratory Safety Guidelines Steps Requiring Minimal Expense Have a written health, safety and environmental affairs (HS&E) policy statement. Organize a departmental HS&E committee of employees, management, faculty, staff and students that will meet regularly to discuss HS&E issues. Develop an HS&E orientation for all new employees and students. Encourage employees and students … Read more40 Suggestions for a Safer Lab

Palbam Class N2 Desiccator Cabinets

cleanroom desiccator

Palbam Class Stainless Steel Cleanroom Desiccator Cabinets Palbam Class developed its first desiccator cabinets for the Semiconductor Industry. Due to the demands of this industry all the cabinets are manufactured from the cleanest materials possible. Most manufacturers offer stainless steel accessories for their desiccators. Palbam Class uses only stainless steel. All modular designs – and … Read morePalbam Class N2 Desiccator Cabinets

Q & A with Bransonic Ultra Sonic Cleaners

Ultrasonic cleaning is faster, more consistent, and safer than any other method. Hand scrubbing, soaking, or steams don’t even come close. It’s powerful enough to remove heavy oils, buffing compounds, or proteins, consistent enough to manage difficult laboratory cleaning every time, and safe enough for those delicate electronic components or fine jewelry. Ultrasonic sound waves moving … Read moreQ & A with Bransonic Ultra Sonic Cleaners