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The Via2-Cassette™ is our unique cell sampling device, eliminating human error by combining cell sampling, staining and loading into a single press on a piston. Individually volume-calibrated, it guarantees the highest precision in cell counting. The Via2-Cassette™ is a disposable plastic unit containing the fluorescent dyes used for analysis to ensure user safety and operational ease.

NucleoCounter® instruments provide platforms for determination of viability and cell count as well as advanced image analysis of yeast, veterinary semen, insect cells and mammalian cells, both primary cells and cell cultures, including cells in aggregate or microcarrier cultures.

The XcytoMatic® 40 (XM40™) is a high-throughput cell density and viability analyzer that can run 24 samples in under 14 minutes. The variation between cell counts for these samples is under 3%. If scale-out and scale-up is a concern, you can trust each XM40™ instrument in your production to deliver the same quality results.

The Specac Mini-Pellet Press is an entry-level laboratory hydraulic press for the preparation of high-quality 7mm KBr pellets for transmission FTIR analysis. With a rugged and durable design, this press is intended for regular laboratory use with maintenance-free operation. Specac’s Mini-Pellet Press is designed to be used on a laboratory benchtop, but is small in size and light enough in weight to allow it to be moved to d…

Specac manufactures a wide range of high-quality Evacuable Pellet Dies suitable compacting powdered samples into discs or briquettes. These are particularly well suited for the preparation of solid KBr pellets for FTIR molecular spectroscopic analysis and XRF pellets for X-Ray Fluorescence atomic spectroscopic analysis (as required by a number of USLP and ASTM methods), but also find use in a broad range of other applications.…

Specac’s High Temperature High Pressure Cell (HTHP) Accessory is a multipurpose cell for the FTIR analysis of solid samples in transmission, decomposition, or specular reflectance modes. Sample temperatures up to 800ºC can be obtained and the cell can operate at pressures from vacuum (0.1 torr) to 1000 psi for in-situ reaction studies. The standard HTHP Cell (GS05850) can be used for transmission analysis of 13 mm diameter…

Specac’s Omni Cell System presents a novel approach for the analysis of liquid, mulls, pastes, and cast film samples in UV, Vis, NIR, and IR transmission spectroscopy, with one cell mount being suitable for all applications.

The Quest™ ATR is a single-reflection ATR accessory from Specac designed for routine use in academic and industrial laboratories.  With features designed to inspire confidence in the quality of results and reliability in use, this product sets the benchmark in performance and value in FTIR-ATR Spectroscopy. 

FT-IR spectroscopy's latest innovation in liquid transmission analysis

“Allround“ SEC-columns for initial analysis of unknown samples

EcoSEC Elite and EcoSEC HT GPC/SEC Systems enable efficient polymer characterization

TSKgel GPC columns for organic-soluble polymers are packed with spherical particles composed of polystyrene crosslinked with divinylbenzene (PS-DVB)

Ca++Pure-HA is a hydroxyapatite resin used in the chromatographic separation of biomolecules.

TSKgel FcR-IIIA-NPR  affinity columns for direct analysis of mAb activity.

TSKgel Protein A-5PW affinity columns for direct analysis of mAb titer. 

TOYOPEARL NH2-750F offers a high binding capacity across a range of pH values and conductivities

TSKgel SuperQ-5PW is especially suited for industrial purification of oligonucleotides

TSKgel Butyl-NPR hydrophobic interaction columns for analysis of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and as an orthogonal method to analyze protein aggregation, oxidation and deamidations.

The TSKgel DNA-NPR weak anion exchange column is designed to analyze nucleic acids. It routinely separates plasmid isoforms, PCR products and oligonucleotides.

BellBrook Labs delivers bespoke assay development and lead discovery solutions using its Transcreener® HTS platforms. Their expert team optimizes detection of small-molecule modulators for enzyme targets—tailoring buffer, enzyme, and detection conditions to yield strong initial-velocity signals (Z’ 0.7–0.9) in just 2–4 weeks.

The Transcreener® ADP² Kinase Assay Kit universally detects ADP produced by any kinase or ATPase using a direct mix‑and‑read format, eliminating coupling steps. Available in FP, FI, and TR‑FRET formats with far‑red tracers to minimize interference, it's HTS-ready across 96‑, 384‑, and 1536‑well plates with robust Z' ≥ 0.7 performance.

The Transcreener® AMP²/GMP² Phosphodiesterase Assay Kit directly detects AMP or GMP produced by PDEs, ligases, synthetases, ENPP1, and related enzymes using a mix‑and‑read FP or TR‑FRET format—no coupling steps needed. Compatible with 1–1000 µM native substrates, it delivers excellent HTS performance (Z’ ≥ 0.7, ≥100 mP shift) in a one-step, far‑red fluorescence assay.

The Absorbance 96 is the world’s most compact microplate reader. The vision behind the device was to give the user complete flexibility. The result is the first truly portable microplate reader featuring a unique design comprising 96-individual detection units and maintenance-free, solid-state technology. Together with the modern, highly intuitive user software, the Absorbance 96 ushers in the new category of microplate reade…

Meet Absorbance One, the UV/VIS spectrophotometer, that's bespoke to your assay! The Absorbance One brings world-class specifications to the palm of your hand. Disrupting the idea of centralized equipment, the Absorbance One’s minimal footprint and low price point mean it is available to every lab - and even every workstation. Designed for specific applications, the Absorbance One is your decentralized UV-visible spectrophoto…

Luminescence 96 is a groundbreaking luminometer that sets a new standard in measurement technology, featuring an impressive array of 96 individual detectors. Its sleek and space-saving design, coupled with an incredibly affordable price, revolutionizes access to Luminescence-based assays, making it an essential addition for laboratories worldwide.