LMS Issue 6; 2013 | Page 37

Product Review LMS? Issue 6 | 2013? 37 Precise Affordable Spectrophotometers for Water Analysis T hermo Scientific™ has introduced the Orion AquaMate spectrophotometers, which are ideal for reliable and affordable water, and wastewater analysis. These high-quality, innovative spectrophotometers are designed to cover most routine concentration measurements. They also boast numerous features and Highperformance Microscopy T he BX63 is completely motorised and uniquely focused via the nosepiece rather than stage, which enables the stage height to be fixed, making it more stable for long-term examination. The optional motorised X/Y stage is also a new feature and is driven by highprecision, ultrasonic Piezo technology, which provides silent, smooth and extremely precise operation. The stage can even be positioned by hand, which enables rapid gross sample alignment, while highly accurate encoders c ont i nuo u s l y read out the X and Y position. The encoding enables the user to set precise coordinates and navigate directly to them at high speed. The stage enables the automation of complex imaging procedures, such as multiple image alignment and multidimensional experiments, using cellSens software. All microscope functions can be controlled directly from the cellSens intuitive software. The Olympus UIS2 optics makes the BX63 the ideal microscope for high-quality imaging of all modes of microscopy from bright field to fluorescence. The BX63 offers outstanding stability and imaging precision for research applications, with the convenience of a touchscreen interface for easy operation. ? Wirsam Scientific Tel:  011-482?1060 / 021-386?9020 / 031-709-0199 / 041-365?2060 / 016-931?1731 Email: wirsamjb@wirsam.com offer the high reliability and accuracy of the renowned Orion technology in a compact, lightweight package with a relatively small footprint. The AquaMate spectrophotometers provide simple and efficient sample analysis using over 260 pre-programmed methods compatible with several leading brands of reagents plus user-customisable methods for absorbance, percentage transmittance and concentration testing. The premium AquaMate 8000 UV-Vis spectrophotometer offers 190 to 1100nm selectable wavelengths and 1.8nm spectral bandwidth. It delivers an unsurpassed data quality throughout the entire UV to near-IR spectrum. The AquaMate 7000 Vis spectrophotometer offers 325 to 1100nm selectable wavelengths, 5nm spectral bandwidth and is ideal for most routine concentration measurements. ? Labotec Tel: 011 315 5434 Fax: 011 315-5882 Email: sales@labotec.co.za