Say hello to the newest members of the INTEGRA handheld pipetting family, the SWITCH hybrid pipette and the Flex charging stand. Designed to combine the best features of manual and electronic pipetting, the SWITCH offers laboratories greater flexibility, efficiency and comfort in a single solution. Traditionally, choosing the right pipette has meant compromising between precise […]
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May
May
The Buchi Pure C-900 Essential Chromatography System is designed to deliver everything you need for efficient flash chromatography, without unnecessary complexity. Built for simplicity, reliability, and scalability, it provides an ideal starting point for laboratories looking to transition into automated purification workflows. Whether you are performing routine separations or beginning to explore automated chromatography, the […]
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Feb
Feb
The lucky recipient of the BÜCHI R-80 Rotavapor® System is Prof. Wilna Liebenberg from the Pharmaceutical Sciences department at North-West University (NWU). Prof. Liebenberg entered the competition at Analytica LabAfrica, held in Johannesburg last year, and emerged as the winner! The R-80 Rotavapor® has now found its new home in the department’s laboratories, where it […]
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Feb
Feb
Last Friday, Labotec hosted its much-anticipated Annual Awards Day, a celebration of teamwork, performance, and the incredible people who drive our success. The Midrand branch marked the occasion with an energetic ten-pin bowling outing, filled with high spirits, laughter, and strong team camaraderie. At Labotec, we believe that effective team building and motivation are key […]
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Feb
Feb
Ever wondered how measuring unbound water can help extend a product’s shelf life? In this short and engaging video, we demonstrate how water activity is tested using “Walter’s cupcake”, and how this same scientific principle applies far beyond baking. From food and pharmaceuticals to wine and cosmetics, understanding water activity is key to ensuring product […]
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Feb
Feb
Labotec is pleased to announce its new partnership with Yocell Biotechnology, an entry-level biotechnology solutions provider focused on early-stage research and bench-scale bioprocessing applications for budget-sensitive environments. Through this collaboration, Labotec will represent Yocell’s bioprocessing portfolio in South Africa, further strengthening its offering to academic institutions, research laboratories, start-ups, and budget-conscious biotech operations. Practical Bioprocessing […]
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Feb
Feb
We’re excited to introduce the new Thermo Scientific™ TSE Series Laboratory Refrigerators, a practical, dependable solution designed specifically for non-critical, day-to-day storage in laboratory environments. Built for research and academic labs, the TSE Series delivers reliable temperature performance, straightforward operation, and flexible configurations to support everyday workflows. Whether you’re storing media, reagents, samples, or frequently […]
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Feb
Feb
Labotec was pleased to participate in the Gene Editing in Zebrafish for Disease Modelling workshop hosted by the University of KwaZulu-Natal in collaboration with Gene4All. The event brought together local professors, researchers, and technicians from institutions across South Africa for several days of hands-on training focused on zebrafish gene editing techniques. The workshop covered a […]
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Nov
Nov
Discover BUCHI’s new NIR (Near-Infrared) portfolio – the only fully integrated solution designed to support quality assurance from handheld analyzers in the field to advanced lab and online solutions. Whether you’re working in food, feed, chemicals, or pharma, Buchi’s NIR instruments deliver fast, accurate, and actionable insights at every step of your supply chain. BUCHI […]
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Oct
Oct
Consistency, flavour, and quality — three things every food and beverage producer strives to perfect. Behind the scenes, precision instruments make this possible. One of the most powerful yet underrated tools in quality control is the refractometer, and few names in refractometry are as respected as Bellingham + Stanley. With over 100 years of experience […]