Orbital shakers are such widely used lab equipment that they practically disappear into the background until you need a new one, and suddenly they become the … read more
Once again, we have the pleasure to hear from one of our manufacturers about a product that makes them proud. We appreciate the opportunity to work together and … read more
Turns our that our recent blog post featuring an overview of laboratory vortex mixers created quite a stir (haha) and generated more comments and feedback th … read more
It turns out that one of my favorite low-tech toys is actually a critical piece of equipment found in most every laboratory. The “Tornado in a Bottle, … read more
When it comes to basic laboratory instruments, most people don’t care how they work, they just want to know that they can unpack, plug and play. A few item … read more
Perhaps you too have noticed the unusual smell that emanates from a freshly opened conical tube? It has been described by some akin to a chlorine-like odor … read more
When we launched our first Google Adwords campaign, one of our most successful keywords was: incubator. We received hundreds of hits and dozens of phone … read more
We were recently invited by a large lab group to problem solve a situation they were facing as they prepared to move into newly renovated lab space. While … read more
Is it an understatement to say your minus-eighty freezer contains the culmination of your life’s work? Probably no less than $100,000 in samples and ex … read more
A well-known rule of thumb among educators is: “If you cannot break down a concept and explain it to an elementary school child, you probably do not unders … read more
One of the ways we add value to the world of research is by identifying products that enhance the lab experience by adding fresh color, fun or increased prod … read more
If you’ve ever purchased a product tagged with the “as seen on TV” moniker, then you know the disappointment when something does not live up to its adv … read more
