Oakland, California - August 15, 2013. Testing labs are under increasing pressure to analyze and process more and more samples per day. Increased productivity and ease of use can often be achieved by knowing the instruments inside out, and by having access to additional how-to information, tips & tricks and application notes and white papers.
To aid those working in testing labs, METTLER TOLEDO has recently launched four toolboxes to address common pain points and provide information on how to increase productivity and to avoid common errors. The topics covered are sample preparation, liquid handling, water and moisture content determination and thermal analysis.
A toolbox is a compilation of information materials, such as white papers, posters, videos, etc. – to provide all the relevant knowledge about certain topics. Currently there are four such toolboxes that can easily be accessed and downloaded free-of charge:
The Liquid Handling Toolbox contains information on important pipetting topics. It provides for common error sources in pipetting and how they can be avoided. Furthermore, white papers describe in depth the importance of ergonomics and how to avoid the risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI) a health risk for those who frequently pipette.
The water/moisture analysis toolbox describes in detail the methods behind water content and moisture determination. Different solutions to save time are described that guarantee for accurate results at the same time.
The sample preparation toolbox contains a white paper that discussed the above topics and provides for solutions to optimize sample preparation and to speed up the process. Video tutorials provide deeper insights in the topics of Out-of-specification results and how these can be avoided in the laboratory. Furthermore, there is also a tutorial on the USP changes and the impact this new regulation has on regulatory and quality aspects of sample preparation.
Thermal Analysis is an important analysis method in testing labs. The Thermal Analysis toolbox contains application notes, guides and other information materials to optimize thermal analysis.
All toolboxes can be accessed at: www.mt.com/lab-toolbox
About METTLER TOLEDO
METTLER TOLEDO specializes in the area of precision instruments for professional use. METTLER TOLEDO laboratory instruments are used in research, scientific, drug discovery, and quality control labs, amongst many others in the pharmaceutical, chemical, food and cosmetics industries. METTLER TOLEDO comprehensive industrial solutions cover the various steps in a host of manufacturing processes at many of the same customers that laboratory serves. Solutions range from receiving raw materials through various manufacturing processes, in-line process control and end-of-line packaging control, to logistics and shipping. Increasingly, these solutions are fully integrated into the customer's IT environment, helping automate their workflows. In food retail, our offering for fresh food management ranges from receiving and pre-packaging, to in-store solutions for self-service departments, deli counters, and checkout terminals.
Contact:
Benjamin Harink
Lab Division Marketing
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0041 44 944 2351
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