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Thermo Electron Corporation at PittCon2006

18 Apr 2006

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This year at PITTCON 2006, Orlando, Florida, Thermo Electron Corporation, the world leader in analytical instruments, unveiled the new Sorvall® RC-6™ Plus high-speed floor model centrifuge alongside the new Espresso™ personal microcentrifuge. Both models are the latest additions to Thermo’s extensive centrifuge portfolio.

The Sorvall® RC-6™ Plus is an enhanced model with a small footprint, superior functionality and increased safety. Its improved speed makes it ideal for the efficient harvesting of cells, homogenate clarification, isolation of subcellular fractions (including nucleic acids), and pelleting protein and virus precipitates. The new Espresso is a user-friendly microcentrifuge specifically designed to ensure fast and safe sample separation for molecular biology applications. Its unique 12-place non-corrosive autoclavable rotor makes loading and unloading of 250 µl to 2.0 ml samples simple and straightforward, and with rapid acceleration/deceleration and 14,500 xg spin, it is ideal for general use and basic spin-downs, as well as more complex protocols.

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CentrifugesCentrifuges are used to separate particulates suspended in a liquid via the application of a centrifugal force including cells, macromolecules, nanoparticles and precipitates. Centrifuges come in three sizes: microcentrifuges, benchtop and floor-standing centrifuges, depending on the volume and number of samples that require separation. When choosing a centrifuge, consider its maximum separation power indicated by its relative centrifugal force (RCF) value. Low force centrifuges reach a maximum RCF of 8,000 g, high-force centrifuges can reach maximum RCF values of 80,000 g. For extremely high forces, consider ultracentrifuges (up to 800,000 g). Refrigerated and vacuum centrifuges also known as concentrators are available for more specialized applications. A range of volumes are available for centrifuge tubes and microfuge tubes, depending on sample sizes. Find the best centrifuges in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Cell-Based AssaysCell-based assays are used to monitor the presence, quantity and activities of a desired cellular analyte including drug molecules or biomarkers. This can reveal information on cell health (apoptosis, cytotoxicity, viability and proliferation assays), cell metabolism, cell migration and cell signaling mechanisms. Find the best cell-based assay products, kits and equipment with our peer reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receiving pricing direct from manufacturers.

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