Clorox Germicidal Spray Disinfectant
One-step process
Medicus Health, Grand Rapids, Mich, offers Clorox germicidal spray disinfectant, which is EPA-registered in 50 states as a one-step cleaner/disinfectant. The spray head features spray and foam settings that help to maximize the surface contact time. It provides a 30-second kill time for MRSA, VRE, salmonella, shigella, mycobacterium, and Legionella, and a 60-second kill time for vegetative C. difficile, and Hepatitis A, B, and C. The spray is a stabilized 2.4% sodium hypochlorite solution, better than 1:10 dilution, with a 12-month shelf life. This formula includes a scent-masking agent and a silicone corrosion inhibitor, which helps to eliminate the overpowering bleach aroma and makes it safe for most hard surfaces. It meets the disinfection requirements of OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen guidelines, and AOAC efficacy testing requirements for hospital disinfection.
Medicus Health
(877) 514-1140
www.medicus-health.com
Nylon Net Steriflip Filter Unit
Disposable sterile system
Millipore Corp, Billerica, Mass, introduces the Nylon Net Steriflip filter unit, a disposable, sterile filtration system used in the preparation of tissue culture media, buffers, microbiological media, and other aqueous solutions. The device features a new, streamlined design that provides easier cell manipulation and optimal performance in a variety of applications. The nylon mesh version enables faster separation of large volumes of cellular material to help improve recovery and lessen time to collect isolated cells. Four mesh sizes facilitate performance in stem cell, cardiomyocyte, neurological, and skeletal tissue applications. It is available in 20 µm, 40 µm, 60 µm, and 100 µm sizes. The devices are vacuum-assisted, closed systems that help ensure sample sterility.
Millipore Corp
(800) 548-7853
www.millipore.com
ThermalSeal A Sealing File
Adhesive layer
Excel Scientific Inc, Victorville, Calif, introduces its new ThermalSeal A™ sealing file. The films are an advanced version of classic ThermalSeal® polypropylene films, and incorporate a stronger and thicker adhesive layer for more secure sealing of microplates in PCR and storage applications. Though shaped to fit within the rim of raised-rim plates for more reliable sealing of all wells, the films can also be used for sealing standard microplates. Each film has two removable end tabs that aid in positioning the film to the plate. Recommended temperature range is -40°C to +125°C.
Excel Scientific Inc
(760) 246-4545
www.excelscientific.com
Scienceware 5 L and 10 L Large Beakers
Hand grip at the base
The new Scienceware® 5 L and 10 L large beakers and pitchers from Bel-Art Products, Pequannock, NJ, now have raised numeric graduations for better viewing of volume and a hand grip at the base to provide greater control when pouring. The company has also enhanced its Scienceware 5 L and 10 L Graduated Polypropylene Pitchers with the same hand grip at the base and updated the design of the molded handle to provide a more secure grip.
Bel-Art Products
(800)-4BELART
www.belart.com
Para-Pro™ fc50
Closed concentration system
The Para-Pro fc50 from Alpha-Tec Systems, Vancouver, Wash, provides a patent-pending, conical design that allows for rapid and complete filtration. It incorporates an air-exchange channel that extends above the level of the sample being filtered to prevent obstruction. The increased surface area and more effective air-transfer system allow for rapid filtration without clogging or vacuum lock. The system virtually eliminates the odor and spillage found with open-funnel systems. Part of the complete Alpha-Tec Parasitology System, it allows labs to increase the number and variety of parasites recovered, improving diagnostic effectiveness.
Alpha-Tec Systems
(800) 221-6058
www.AlphaTecSystems.com
Mini Hype-Wipe Bleach Towelettes
Kill germs and disinfects
Mini Hype-Wipe® bleach towelettes from Current Technologies, Crawfordsville, Ind, have been approved for new kill claims, such as a 1-minute kill time for tuberculosis, streptococcus, salmonella, and pseudomonas; and a 2-minute kill time for MRSA, VRE, and staphylococcus. The product disinfects equipment such as glucometers, urinalysis, and blood chemistry devices, and cleans up after small spills. The 3-inch x 3-inch towels are packaged in a foil-lined pouch with the 1-year expiration date printed on it. The bleach strength in the individually packaged towelettes (a 1:10 dilution, or .525% or 5250 ppm) meets NCCLS, OSHA, and CDC recommendations for disinfecting equipment and hard surfaces. The product is EPA-registered as an intermediate-level hospital disinfectant, and is especially useful when portability and convenience are important.
Current Technologies
(800) 456-4022
