Discover BUCHI’s new NIR (Near-Infrared) portfolio – the only fully integrated solution designed to support quality assurance from handheld analyzers in the field to advanced lab and online solutions. Whether you’re working in food, feed, chemicals, or pharma, Buchi’s NIR instruments deliver fast, accurate, and actionable insights at every step of your supply chain. BUCHI […]
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Consistency, flavour, and quality — three things every food and beverage producer strives to perfect. Behind the scenes, precision instruments make this possible. One of the most powerful yet underrated tools in quality control is the refractometer, and few names in refractometry are as respected as Bellingham + Stanley. With over 100 years of experience […]
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To streamline workflows and support upcoming ISO accreditation, the Collage of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at UNISA’s Florida campus has upgraded its former potting shed into a functional laboratory. As part of the upgrade, the lab acquired the robust Fritsch Pulverisette 19 Universal Cutting Mill, designed for grinding tough plant materials like bark into fine […]
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Launched in October 2024, the OneBio Centre (OBIC) is a non-profit initiative backed by the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), created to support early stage biotech startups in South Africa. By providing shared lab facilities, office space, and access to a vibrant network, OBIC helps reduce the high costs and risks typically faced by biotech ventures. […]
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The Institute of Chemical and Biotechnology (ICBT), part of the Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences at the Vaal University of Technology (VUT), has recently acquired an ELGA Chorus I water purification system. This system will support the preparation of standards and samples for ICP-OES analysis of heavy metals in soil, water testing and Cannabis […]
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The use of electronic pipettes has improved throughput and turnaround time at the South African National Control Laboratory for Biological Products, a vaccine testing facility for SAHPRA and the WHO. “Specifically, we use the INTEGRA Assist Plus to automate our ELISA and cell-based potency assays,” says Marli Geldenhuys, Lab Manager at NCL. She adds, “Testing […]
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High precision laboratories in South Africa face high demands in efficiency, compliance, and sustainability. The new ExpertLine Miele Professional Glasswashers, distributed exclusively by Labotec, provide a robust, GMP-compliant cleaning solution—backed by certified IQ/OQ installation from Miele-trained technicians if required. Why Manual Cleaning Is No Longer Enough Manual glassware cleaning may appear cost-effective, but it often […]
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Buchi is a major provider of analytical and laboratory equipment for the dairy industry, offering solutions for quality control, process monitoring, and R&D. The Swiss company, locally represented by Labotec in Southern Africa, provides both rapid analysis technologies, like Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, and classical reference methods, such as Kjeldahl and solvent extraction. Buchi’s systems help dairy […]
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Looking to streamline your liquid handling workflow? Pairing the just launched PIPETBOY GENIUS pipet controller with INTEGRA’s serological pipets is a smart solution for labs seeking precision, speed, and safety in every step. This dynamic combination empowers users to take full advantage of advanced features like repeat dispense mode, enabling consistent aliquoting at the push […]
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Last week, we hosted an incredible Show & Tell event at our Labotec HQ, where science truly met solutions! It was a fantastic opportunity to explore the latest in cutting-edge laboratory equipment, see technology in action, and engage with industry experts in an interactive, hands-on setting. 🔬 Event Highlights: TopAir Fume Hood, Laminar Flow & […]