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Custom Optics are Ready for OEM Assembly
These custom sapphire optics are precision-manufactured in a wide range of configurations with holes, slots, wedges, stepped edges, special coatings, and other characteristics. They feature a Mohs hardness of 9, which is second only to diamond in hardness. They are chemically inert and can be fabricated to precise specifications as lenses, windows, domes, prisms, tubes, rods, and balls, and can be supplied ready for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) assembly. They are available as plano-convex and -concave lenses and windows from 0.5-in. to 6-in. dia., with flatness to 1/10th wave, parallelism to 2 arc-sec, and surface finishes to <0.5 nm. They transmit up to 85% when uncoated, and over 99% when enhanced with a coating, depending upon thickness. The balls come in sizes from 0.005-in. to 0.5-in. dia., with 0.000025-in. per ball sphericity.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Meller Optics, Inc.
www.melleroptics.com
Bio-Based Amine Oxide Is a More Cost-Effective Hard-Surface Cleaner
Genaminox CHE is a peroxide-stable amine oxide (AO) hard-surface cleaner (HSC) made from a plant-based renewable hydrophobe. It enables manufacturers to cut active ingredient input by up to 66%, reducing material purchasing, transportation and storage costs to achieve lower costs for greener cleaning products. According to industry-standard Gardner tests, it consistently outperforms alternative surfactants at a very low concentration because its critical micelle concentration (CMC) is less than half that of lauryldimethyl AO. Compared with existing products on the market, Genaminox CHE offers 50% better soil removal in an anti-bacterial formulation and a 44% improvement in a green all-purpose cleaner formulation. It has an excellent foam profile, making it well-suited to spray-and-sit HSC cleaning formulations.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Clariant International Ltd.
www.clariant.com
Low-Carbon-Footprint Polymer Reduces Material Costs
Ingeo 6201D is a high-viscosity bioresin designed for the production of meltdown nonwovens, which are widely used in wipes and filters. It is made from renewable resources and has a lower carbon footprint than comparable existing petroleum-based products, offering an estimated 30–50% cost savings over conventional fiber-based nonwoven roll goods.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
NatureWorks LLC
www.natureworksllc.com
Beads Control Temperature Without Water or Ice
Bath Armor metallic beads are eco-friendly and low-maintenance replacements for water in water baths, aluminum blocks in dry baths, and ice in ice buckets. Eliminating the water and ice reduces the chance of contamination, as well as the need for machines that produce ice or the need to change the water. The beads thaw, warm and chill samples with high thermal efficiency, and their performance is not influenced by temperature fluctuations caused by evaporation. They are self-supporting, requiring no racks or clips for use, and can be used from –80°C to over 350°C for a broad range of laboratory uses.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Lab Armor, Inc.
www.labarmor.com
Epoxy Withstands High Temperatures
EP46HT-1 is an electrical insulator that has excellent adhesion to metals, glass, vulcanized rubber, and most plastics, and offers excellent physical strength and chemical resistance. It is easy to apply and cures rapidly at elevated temperatures. It can tolerate a constant temperature up to 550°F, and intermittent exposures of up to 600°F, including severe and repeated thermal cycling. It is 100% reactive and does not contain any solvents or diluents.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Master Bond, Inc.
www.masterbond.com
Mitt Protects Against Extreme Temperatures
The Hot Hand Protector no-slip grip mitt is used for handling objects such as beakers, flasks, and bottles at extreme hot or cold temperatures. It is made from silicone rubber and is available in bright red, lime green and sky blue, making it easy to spot in the lab. The mitt measures 10 cm by 19 cm, with a “quick-fit” pocket at each end, one for the thumb and one for the fingers. Concaved tipped studs on the surface provide a secure grip. The mitt can withstand temperatures as high as 260°C and as low as –57°C, making it suitable for removing items from an autoclave or handling dry ice.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Bel-Art Products
www.belart.com
Palm Dip Gloves Handle Wet, Oily and Dry Materials
Lunar Foam Nitrile palm dip gloves are well-suited for wet, oily, and dry applications, such as manufacturing, materials handling, maintenance, recycling, small-parts assembly, and more. The gloves have a white or salt-and-pepper nylon shell placed over the palm and fingertips, giving them extra grip on wet or oily materials, and better surface adhesion on dry applications. They are available in sizes from XS to XXL to ensure proper fit and optimal dexterity and have a knit wrist for wearer comfort. Their antibacterial surfactants prevent odors from forming. They are machine washable and silicone free.
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
West Chester Holdings
www.west-chester.net
CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Installation Guide
The “CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Installation Guide” is a 72-page comprehensive printed resource of engineering and design data covering installation of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) fire sprinkler systems. The guide is designed to go hand-in-hand with the company’s CPVC fire sprinkler pipe, which is produced in compliance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. The pipe is certified for potable water use, and is listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and Canadian Underwriters Laboratories (CUL) and approved for National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) light hazard applications (according to NFPA 13, 13R and 13D systems).
Appeared In Issue: November 2009
Harvel Plastics
www.harvel.com