Thermo Scientific Blood Banking Solutions - Thermo Fisher
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<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> <strong>Blood</strong> <strong>Banking</strong> <strong>Solutions</strong><br />
Reliable <strong>Solutions</strong> For Every Stage Of the <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Workflow<br />
Processing<br />
Sample Preparation<br />
Testing<br />
Storage<br />
Research
One reliable partner<br />
with you every step of the way<br />
Processing<br />
A broad range of lowspeed<br />
centrifuges for the<br />
separation and preparation<br />
of whole blood and<br />
blood products.<br />
Sample Preparation<br />
Versatile, high-quality<br />
centrifuges and accessories<br />
for the efficient<br />
preparation of blood<br />
samples.<br />
Testing<br />
An array of instruments,<br />
equipment and consumables<br />
to facilitate blood<br />
type testing, serological<br />
screening and nucleic<br />
acid testing.<br />
Storage<br />
A comprehensive range<br />
of cold storage equipment<br />
and consumables for<br />
storing and safeguarding<br />
valuable blood products.<br />
Research<br />
Hiqh-quality laboratory<br />
equipment and cell<br />
culture consumables<br />
for researchers working<br />
with blood products.<br />
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Reliable solutions for blood banking<br />
Ensuring a safe, adequate supply of blood and blood products is one of society’s most<br />
important priorities. Helping you meet that goal, day in and day out, is our priority.<br />
We offer a complete range of high-quality products to support the key steps in the blood<br />
banking process–from blood separation, sample preparation and testing, to storage, cryopreservation<br />
and blood-related research. Our extensive portfolio includes centrifuges, cold<br />
storage equipment, biological safety cabinets, CO 2 incubators, manual and automated<br />
liquid handling products, plastic labware, media and reagents, software, services, and<br />
more. So you have a single partner you can rely on every step of the way.<br />
Expertise on demand. You also benefit from our proven blood banking expertise. Our team<br />
of application experts can help you select the right products for your facility, whether it’s a small<br />
research lab, a large blood banking facility, or something in between. They can also provide<br />
valuable advice to help you optimize the safety and efficiency of your blood banking operation.<br />
Plus, they can save you time with simplified ordering, installation and service.<br />
Committed to your mission. Our goal is the same as yours: to help you safely process,<br />
store and maintain the blood products needed to keep your community safe – and to advance<br />
scientific discoveries and medical breakthroughs.<br />
Count on <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> blood banking solutions to help meet your most critical needs:<br />
• Capacity and Availability<br />
Flexible solutions for processing, storage and preservation<br />
• Security and Patient Safety<br />
<strong>Solutions</strong> that help protect the integrity of blood products<br />
• Reliability<br />
Robust solutions built to deliver continuous performance<br />
• Traceability and Compliance<br />
<strong>Solutions</strong> that simplify tracking and tracing<br />
• Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness<br />
<strong>Solutions</strong> that make the most of your equipment investment<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> Processing<br />
The separation of blood components demands great care and efficiency.<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> low-speed centrifuge solutions are ideal for performing<br />
rapid, controlled, low-speed separation of blood components. Our blood<br />
processing solutions include centrifuges, rotors and accessories designed<br />
to accommodate small-, medium-, and large-volume processing<br />
requirements, with features that help streamline processes, protect<br />
blood integrity, and enable reliable tracking.<br />
A History of Quality<br />
With more than 100 years<br />
of proven performance in<br />
centrifugation, <strong>Thermo</strong><br />
<strong>Scientific</strong> products continue<br />
to set the standard for<br />
excellence in blood<br />
processing solutions. Our<br />
Heraeus and Sorvall lowspeed<br />
centrifuges have<br />
earned a reputation for<br />
outstanding performance,<br />
ergonomics and reliability<br />
in the lab, making them the<br />
preferred choice in leading<br />
blood banking facilities<br />
around the world.<br />
Separation<br />
When separating whole blood into blood components, reliability and protocol reproducibility<br />
are essential. Our large-volume, low-speed centrifuges offer outstanding capacity along<br />
with unique quality-assurance features, together with built-in capabilities for regulatory<br />
compliance. You can depend on <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> low-speed centrifuges to deliver<br />
uncompromising safety, reproducible results and trouble-free operation for many years.<br />
Large Volume: Up to 12 <strong>Blood</strong> Bags<br />
Heraeus ® Cryofuge ® 6000i and 8500i and<br />
Sorvall ® RC12BP and RC3BP Plus<br />
Efficiently process large volumes with our userfriendly<br />
equipment. Our Heraeus and Sorvall centrifuges<br />
incorporate advantages that streamline your<br />
centrifuge workflow.<br />
• Built to handle large capacities–up to 12 blood<br />
bags in a single run<br />
• Easy-closing, wind-shielded rotors ensure high<br />
sample integrity and low energy consumption<br />
• Offers five different inserts for double, triple, quad,<br />
and quint<br />
• 350 mL & 500 mL blood bags are included, as well<br />
as a hook adapter for cord blood processing<br />
• Readily available 230V - 50Hz single phase<br />
or 400V 3-phase power supply<br />
• Automatic lid locks, clear digital displays, and<br />
conveniently arranged function keys<br />
• Built-in data documentation system is available to<br />
help labs implement GMP<br />
Heraeus Cryofuge 6000i<br />
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KR4i<br />
Combining precision control with a PC<br />
interface for enhanced traceability, the<br />
KR4i offers more than 24 pre-programmed<br />
separation profiles to improve reproducibility.<br />
Programming precise program runtime<br />
parameters is direct and fast using the<br />
intuitive VIDEOset graphic controller.<br />
• Process up to 12 quint or quad blood bags,<br />
with or without filters<br />
• Process up to 48 standard microplates or 12<br />
to 18 deepwell microplates in a singe run<br />
• High-capacity rotors available for pharmaceutical,<br />
clinical, genomics, proteomics,<br />
biochemistry, pathology research, RIA and<br />
large-volume processing<br />
Small Volume: Up to 4 <strong>Blood</strong> Bags<br />
Heraeus Multifuge ® 4KR<br />
Improve your productivity with the fastest<br />
processing and highest throughput of any<br />
four-liter centrifuge. This kneewell-size<br />
unit rapidly processes blood bags or tubes<br />
preloaded in clinical analyzer racks using the<br />
newly-available diagnostic rotor.<br />
• Sized to fit under the lab workstation,<br />
conserving valuable lab space<br />
• Noise level under 58 dBA<br />
• Energy-saving design increases refrigeration<br />
efficiency and minimizes heat output<br />
Left to right:<br />
LH-4000W Rotor<br />
KR4i<br />
Heraeus Multifuge 4KR<br />
Heraeus Cryofuge 5500i<br />
Medium Volume: 4-8 <strong>Blood</strong> Bags<br />
Heraeus Cryofuge 5500i<br />
A flexible workhorse, the Heraeus Cryofuge<br />
5500i offers a wide choice of rotors, including<br />
wind-shielded swinging-bucket rotors, to<br />
ensure high sample integrity when processing<br />
preloaded clinical analyzer racks and microplates.<br />
• Superior 32 standard microplate capacity<br />
• Diagnostic rotor spins clinical analyzer<br />
racks pre-loaded with tubes, minimizing<br />
sample handling steps<br />
• Reduced maintenance with brushless<br />
induction drive<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> Sample Preparation<br />
To ensure the safety of the blood supply, all blood products must<br />
be tested for blood type and screened for antibodies and infectious<br />
agents. Our wide selection of centrifuges and accessories for blood<br />
sample preparation and testing makes it easy to find just the right<br />
unit to meet your needs, whether you’re working with blood tubes<br />
or microplates. And with our innovative ClickSeal ® biocontainment<br />
lids and a wide range of CAMR Porton Down-certified accessories,<br />
handling potentially infectious blood samples is safe and secure.<br />
Committed to Your Safety<br />
Handling blood products<br />
demands adherence to the<br />
highest standards of safety.<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> centrifuges<br />
and accessories are compliant<br />
with safety standards from<br />
leading international regulatory<br />
bodies. Many of our<br />
centrifuge accessories are<br />
specifically designed to<br />
minimize risk with innovative<br />
features, such as<br />
ClickSeal biocontainment<br />
lids on rotor buckets.<br />
Preparation OF SAMPLES<br />
Our comprehensive line of products for blood sample preparation meet the needs of<br />
clinical facilities of all sizes–from small-scale blood preparation protocols and hematocrit<br />
preparations to high-volume applications demanding maximum throughput.<br />
Cell Washers<br />
Centra W Cell Washer<br />
Simplify and accelerate the process of washing<br />
blood cells for antiglobulin testing with trouble-free<br />
automation. With the time-saving automatic wash<br />
cycle, you simply load the rotor, close the cover and<br />
press the start key.<br />
Compact Benchtop Centrifuges<br />
Heraeus Labofuge ® 200<br />
A compact clinical centrifuge designed to meet the<br />
needs of the most rigorous lab or clinical environment,<br />
with maintenance-free operation. Comes with a<br />
12-place fixed-angle rotor and a full set of adapters.<br />
Heraeus Labofuge 400<br />
This model is ideal for centrifuging average-sized<br />
samples in routine laboratory applications. Designed<br />
with state-of-the-art technology, it can be used for<br />
practically all separations tasks–from high-speed<br />
centrifugation in microliter rotors to gentle sedimentation<br />
of animal cell cultures in conical tubes.<br />
CL10<br />
With its compact size and simple controls, this<br />
centrifuge is ideal for small and medium labs and<br />
medical offices. A choice of rotors expands the range<br />
of applications supported.<br />
Heraeus Labofuge 300<br />
A small, economical medical centrifuge that<br />
processes gel tubes and also spins blood samples<br />
and glass tubes. Comes with a swinging-bucket rotor.<br />
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Left to right:<br />
Heraeus Labofuge 200<br />
Centra W Cell Washer
Heraeus Primo Series<br />
These compact, high-performance centrifuges<br />
offer efficient, flexible sample processing.<br />
They enable high-performance or smallcapacity<br />
sample processing with optional<br />
rotors and accessories, and top speeds up<br />
to 15,000 rpm.<br />
Microcentrifuges<br />
Espresso & Heraeus Pico ® & Fresco ®<br />
Our microcentrifuge range includes the<br />
Espresso 12-place personal centrifuge and<br />
the Heraeus Pico and Fresco microcentrifuges,<br />
with speeds up to 21,100 xg. Compact and<br />
versatile, our microcentrifuges are ideal for<br />
microtubes, hematocrit determination, miniprep<br />
kits and PCR tubes/strips.<br />
General Purpose Centrifuges<br />
Heraeus Megafuge ® 16<br />
This one-liter centrifuge series offers<br />
outstanding capacity, convenience and<br />
value for routine applications. With its quiet<br />
performance, compact footprint, simplified<br />
operation and certified sample protection<br />
with ClickSeal ® biocontainment rotor lids,<br />
it is the ideal choice for routine clinical<br />
lab applications.<br />
Heraeus Megafuge 40/40R Series<br />
Designed to provide outstanding productivity<br />
and ergonomics, these centrifuges offer<br />
quick, reliable and safe separations in a<br />
compact footprint. The low noise level<br />
and reduced energy consumption makes<br />
them ideal for the most demanding clinical<br />
environments.<br />
Heraeus Multifuge X3F Series<br />
The X3F Series is available in a floorstanding<br />
configuration, occupying a smaller<br />
footprint than a rolling cart to save additional<br />
lab space. It is easily transported, positioned<br />
and safely locked for enhanced flexibility and<br />
improved ergonomics, providing the ideal<br />
setup for smooth runs in total safety.<br />
General Purpose<br />
Centrifuge Rotor<br />
BIOLiner ® High Capacity Swinging<br />
Bucket Rotor<br />
This high-capacity rotor delivers maximum<br />
flexibility at 3500 rpm, with a variety of adapters<br />
from 750 mL to 5 mL. Optional microplate<br />
carriers accommodate standard and deepwell<br />
microplates for greater versatility.<br />
Top to bottom:<br />
Heraeus Pico 21<br />
Heraeus Megafuge 40R<br />
BIOLiner Rotor<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> Testing<br />
Ensuring the safety and quality of the blood supply is a critical priority<br />
for blood banks. We offer a wide range of blood testing solutions to<br />
help ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of your routine testing<br />
procedures–including blood type testing, serological screening, and<br />
nucleic acid testing. You can be assured that your blood testing needs<br />
are supported with innovative designs, advanced technologies and<br />
proven reliability.<br />
<strong>Blood</strong> Type Testing<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> liquid handling solutions provide excellent reproducibility<br />
for your blood preparation and testing procedures. Our handheld manual<br />
and electronic pipettes deliver maximum comfort and ease-of-use for<br />
routine blood type testing protocols. For high-throughput requirements,<br />
our automated systems provide maximum flexibility and scalability.<br />
Manual Pipettes<br />
Finnpipette F1<br />
A new level of manual pipetting sophistication.<br />
• Integrated antimicrobial surface protection<br />
prevents contamination<br />
• Light pipetting significantly reduces repetitive<br />
stress injury (RSI) risks<br />
• Set-and-forget pipetting button securely locks<br />
volume adjustment<br />
• Adjustable finger rest<br />
Finnpipette F2<br />
A manual pipette with all the right qualities.<br />
• Advanced Volume Gearing improves accuracy<br />
and precision<br />
• Large digit display<br />
• Very light and smooth pipetting action<br />
• Fully autoclavable<br />
Electronic Pipettes<br />
Finnpipette Novus Electronic Pipette<br />
Simplicity, comfort and functionality in an<br />
exceptionally intuitive, ergonomic design.<br />
• Brightest and clearest graphical<br />
backlit display<br />
• 10 different pipetting functions and<br />
9 pipetting speeds<br />
• Easy in-lab calibration and fully<br />
autoclavable tip cone<br />
Matrix Electronic Pipette<br />
• Intuitive, step-based programming<br />
• Individual speed set-up increases<br />
productivity<br />
• Expandable tip-spacing options and<br />
multiple configurations<br />
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Pipette Tips<br />
Finntip Pipette Tips<br />
• Uniformly smooth, hydrophobic surfaces on the inside and<br />
outside prevent liquid retention to ensure accurate and<br />
precise pipetting<br />
• Available in standard, filter, sterile and non-sterile<br />
• Enhanced pipetting performance<br />
• Wide range of tip sizes<br />
Molecular BioProducts ART ® Pipette Tips<br />
Designed for applications requiring high accuracy and reproducibility,<br />
ART Low Retention tips reduce sample retention<br />
by three to five times compared to ordinary pipette tips<br />
• Patented interactive barrier seals when exposed to<br />
potential aerosol and liquid contaminants, trapping<br />
them inside the barrier<br />
• Save expensive reagents<br />
• Improve sample accuracy<br />
• Precise sample delivery<br />
• 100% inert<br />
Left to right:<br />
Finnpipette F1<br />
Finnpipette F2<br />
Finnpipette Novus Electronic Pipette<br />
Matrix Electronic Pipette<br />
Finntip Pipette Tips<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> Testing<br />
High-Throughput <strong>Solutions</strong><br />
For labs requiring highthroughput<br />
capabilities, we<br />
offer powerful automation<br />
solutions that can rapidly<br />
process, group and test large<br />
volumes of blood products<br />
with high levels of precision.<br />
We can work with you to<br />
create an integrated platform<br />
that combines liquid handling,<br />
centrifugation, incubation and<br />
ELISA assay processing.<br />
Our flexible systems are<br />
easily configured to suit any<br />
throughput or workflow.<br />
Automated Liquid Handling<br />
Multidrop Combi Reagent Dispenser<br />
This easy-to-use reagent dispenser combines the<br />
most versatile features for reagent dispensing with<br />
excellent dispensing performance.<br />
• Wide volume range–0.5 μl to 2500 μl<br />
• Versatile plate formats and plate heights–from<br />
1536 to deep wells<br />
• High speed and easy automation for higher<br />
throughput<br />
Matrix Hydra and PlateMate Benchtop<br />
Liquid Handlers<br />
• Provide low- to high-throughput solutions for a<br />
wide range of liquid handling applications<br />
• Easily adapts handheld procedures with intuitive<br />
programming and configuration options<br />
PlateMate 2x3<br />
Designed to perform a variety of liquid handling tasks<br />
for a wide range of applications, the PlateMate ® 2x3<br />
automated 6-position liquid handler is compatible<br />
with eight interchangeable pipetting heads, and a<br />
total available volume range of 0.1 μl – 300 μl.<br />
• Compact benchtop footprint<br />
• Versatile 6-position deck<br />
• Eight interchangeable pipetting heads<br />
®<br />
• ControlMate Software Interface<br />
Multidrop Combi ® Reagent Dispenser<br />
Matrix Hydra and PlateMate<br />
Benchtop Liquid Handlers<br />
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CataLyst Express Robotic Arm<br />
Automate blood testing with a flexible,<br />
fully programmable liquid-handling robotic<br />
arm. The CataLyst Express ® robotic arm can<br />
integrate an ELISA reader, washer, incubator,<br />
shaker, and even a centrifuge for blood<br />
testing–or a <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> King<strong>Fisher</strong><br />
Flex nucleic acid purifier with a robotcompatible<br />
thermal cycler for PCR.<br />
• Continuous, error-free operation<br />
• Precise, repeatable motion<br />
• Ability to handle a wide range of containers<br />
• Capacity to easily automate loading and<br />
unloading of complex instruments<br />
Molecular BioProducts BioRobotix<br />
Pipette Tips<br />
BioRobotix tips provide the most advanced,<br />
highest quality, and broadest range of automated<br />
pipette tips for today’s liquid handling<br />
workstations. Available in sterile, non-sterile<br />
and optional ART ® filter technology for<br />
complete sample protection, the Tecan ® -<br />
and Qiagen ® -validated pipette tips adhere<br />
to tolerances 400% tighter than standard<br />
pipette tips.<br />
• Percent CV results ranging from
<strong>Blood</strong> Testing<br />
Serological Screening<br />
We provide blood banks with reliable and flexible solutions to perform serological<br />
screening for transfusion transmitted diseases–such as HIV 1 and 2, HbsAg, HCV and<br />
Syphilis–to increase the safety of blood products. Our microplate instruments offer an<br />
efficient serological screening solution for everything from sample preparation to assay<br />
analysis and reporting of results. World-class quality and optimal performance help<br />
ensure high sensitivity and specificity for the assays.<br />
Microplate Readers<br />
Multiskan FC Microplate Photometer<br />
This robust, easy-to-use ELISA reader is ideal for a<br />
wide variety of research and routine applications.<br />
It offers proven performance and reliable results<br />
through built-in self diagnostics, IQ/OQ/PQ and<br />
verification tools.<br />
• Wide wavelength range–340 to 850nm<br />
• Fast reading of both 96- and 384-well plates<br />
• Easy-to-use visual user interface with multiple<br />
language versions<br />
• Superior usability and logical workflow with<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> SkanIt Software<br />
Microplate Incubator<br />
iEMS Incubator/Shaker<br />
This high-performance 96-well plate incubator and<br />
orbital shaker delivers optimal performance for the<br />
most demanding microplate ELISA applications<br />
requiring temperatures of up to 40°C.<br />
• Accommodates up to nine 96-well microplates<br />
• Fits into a small bench space, making it perfect for<br />
medium-sized laboratories<br />
• Exceptional temperature uniformity across<br />
the plate<br />
• Efficient orbital shaking<br />
• Superior sensitivity for ELISA applications<br />
Microplate Washers<br />
Wellwash and Wellwash Versa<br />
These easy-to-use strip washers offer optimal<br />
washing performance for reliable results. The<br />
Wellwash ® is the basic model for washing 96-well<br />
plates only. The Wellwash Versa is the advanced<br />
model, capable of washing cells and 384-well plates.<br />
• Large color display and intuitive graphical<br />
user interface<br />
• Convenient multiple language versions and<br />
USB port<br />
• Secure performance via non-pressurized<br />
bottles and automatic rinse<br />
Left to right:<br />
Multiskan FC Microplate<br />
Photometer<br />
iEMS Incubator/Shaker<br />
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Microtiter Microplates<br />
Our microtiter microplates are designed to<br />
match the demanding requirements of biotechnology,<br />
life science and pharmaceutical<br />
research laboratories.<br />
• UV transparent microplates in 96- and<br />
384-well formats<br />
• Polystyrene plates provide excellent<br />
optical clarity and are certified RNase/<br />
DNase-free<br />
• Polypropylene is resistant to most solvents<br />
used in combinatorial chemistry<br />
• Applications for polystyrene plates include:<br />
– Antibiotic screens<br />
– Serological tests<br />
– Storing and screening compounds and<br />
DNA libraries<br />
• Polypropylene plates are low binding for<br />
homogenous assays and storage<br />
Nucleic Acid Testing<br />
We offer fast and reproducible methods for nucleic acid isolation and<br />
amplification for nucleic acid testing (NAT) procedure. NAT significantly<br />
reduces the time between donor exposure to the virus, allowing earlier<br />
detection of the infection and reducing the possibility of transmission via<br />
transfusion. The use of pooled samples makes use of the NAT system<br />
cost-effective.<br />
Nucleic Acid Purification<br />
Kingfisher Flex Automated<br />
Purification System<br />
A highly versatile, automated magnetic<br />
particle processing solution for purifying<br />
DNA/RNA, protein or cells from virtually any<br />
source.<br />
• Fully automated, high-speed purification of<br />
nucleic acids, proteins and cells<br />
• High throughput–up to 96 samples can be<br />
processed in less than 20 minutes<br />
• Expanded sample volume configuration<br />
increases yield ten-fold<br />
• Open and flexible system lets you<br />
use any magnetic-particlebased<br />
kit to meet your<br />
application demands<br />
Top to bottom:<br />
Microtiter Microplates<br />
Kingfisher Flex Automated<br />
Purification System<br />
Wellwash AC<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> and Component Storage<br />
Preserving valuable whole blood and plasma requires secure storage<br />
that maintains consistent temperature levels for days, months or<br />
years. Our cold storage solutions can address virtually any blood<br />
product storage need. Our blood bank refrigerators, plasma freezers<br />
and cryopreservation systems are built for the long term, providing<br />
rapid, reliable cooling and precise temperature control to safeguard<br />
the viability of blood products until they are needed. And our barcoded<br />
storage solutions help ensure the traceability of each and every sample.<br />
Whole <strong>Blood</strong>/ Red <strong>Blood</strong> Cell Storage<br />
We provide secure, worry-free environments for transfusion products with a complete<br />
line of blood storage products that meet the highest international standards. Our<br />
storage systems provide the temperature uniformity and stability needed to ensure<br />
maximum sample integrity. And they meet a range of capacity requirements–from<br />
convenient under-counter units to high-capacity models for large-volume blood storage<br />
requirements.<br />
<strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
+4°C Forma <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
For consistent, reliable protection of blood products<br />
at a safe range of +1°C to +8°C, these quality systems<br />
maintain consistent temperature regardless of<br />
inventory load.<br />
• Quick temperature recovery for maximum product<br />
protection after door openings<br />
• Monitor displays chamber temperature to 0.1°C<br />
• Environmentally-friendly, mercury-free, LED<br />
interior lighting<br />
• Chart recorder standard on all models<br />
• Factory preset to +4°C with auto defrost<br />
• Five models ranging from 133L (4.7 cu. ft.) undercounter<br />
to spacious, 1447L (51.1 cu. ft.) doubledoor<br />
model.<br />
• <strong>Blood</strong> bag capacities from 64 to 770*<br />
+4°C Jewett <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
Assure maximum temperature uniformity and rapid<br />
recovery from door openings with the microprocessorcontrolled<br />
refrigeration and forced-air circulation of<br />
these easy-to-operate units.<br />
• High-density, CFC-free, blown-in insulation to<br />
increase temperature uniformity<br />
• Powerful, industrial-grade compressors for optimal<br />
product protection<br />
• Positive, forced-air circulation maintains temperature<br />
uniformity throughout the cabinet<br />
• Temperature range of +1°C to +8°C; factory preset<br />
to +4°C with auto defrost<br />
• Cabinet sizes range from under-counter to spacious<br />
two-door units for large blood bank facilities<br />
* Nominal capacity based on 450 mL whole blood bags<br />
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+4°C Jewett <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
+4°C Revco <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
Enhanced digital technology simplifies operation and<br />
delivers greater temperature accuracy.<br />
• Microprocessor controls feature a large digital<br />
display with resolution to within 0.1°C; graphic<br />
thermometer confirms proper operation<br />
• 7-day chart recorder on all models<br />
• Advanced frost sensors manage the defrost cycle<br />
to minimize trace frost build-up for maximum<br />
refrigeration coil efficiency<br />
• Positive air flow system and industrial-quality<br />
cabinet construction assure reliable, consistent<br />
performance<br />
• Temperature range of +1°C to +8°C; factory preset<br />
to +4°C with auto defrost<br />
• <strong>Blood</strong> bag capacities from 64 to 770*<br />
• Five models ranging from 133L (4.7 cu. ft.) undercounter<br />
to spacious, 1447L (51.1 cu. ft.) doubledoor<br />
model<br />
+4°C Forma <strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> and<br />
Component Storage<br />
Plasma Storage<br />
We provide the highest quality storage solutions for fresh frozen plasma and recovered<br />
plasma to ensure the integrity of transfusion and commercial products. All products<br />
meet the highest international standards. Our ultra-low temperature freezers combine<br />
unsurpassed reliability and superior performance with cost-effective operation and<br />
innovative features. You can depend on <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> cold storage solutions to<br />
safeguard your precious samples.<br />
Plasma Freezers<br />
Forma -30°C Plasma Freezers<br />
These heavy-duty models offer industrial-quality<br />
cabinet construction and extra-strength refrigeration<br />
compressors in a size that’s right for your lab.<br />
• Microprocessor control system manages positive<br />
forced-air circulation<br />
• Advanced defrost system minimizes trace amounts<br />
of frost to maintain refrigeration coil efficiency<br />
• 7-day chart recorder on all models<br />
Jewett -30°C Freezers<br />
This model is available in five sizes, ranging from<br />
under-counter to spacious 1447L (51.1 cu. ft.).<br />
• High-density, CFC-free, blown-in insulation reduces<br />
gaps and increases temperature uniformity<br />
• Powerful, industrial-grade compressors for optimal<br />
product protection<br />
• Standard features include hospital-grade plug, 1”<br />
insulated access port and set of four 2” casters<br />
Forma -30°C Plasma Freezers<br />
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Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers<br />
TS586e -86°C Ultra-Low Temperature<br />
Freezer<br />
Our new TS586e freezer offers eco-friendly<br />
performance and is the most energy efficient<br />
freezer in its class, using 40% less energy<br />
than similar conventional freezers.<br />
• 100% hydrocarbon refrigerants: no ozonedepleting<br />
CFCs or high greenhouse warming<br />
potential HFCs<br />
• CE certified and WEEE directive compliant<br />
freezer<br />
• Water-blown foam insulation maximizes<br />
internal storage while assuring consistent,<br />
uniform temperature throughout the freezer<br />
• Low noise emissions–at less than 49 dB(A),<br />
the freezer can reside comfortably in the lab<br />
without disturbing users<br />
Forma -86°C Ultra-Low Temperature<br />
Freezers<br />
Maintain red blood cells safely below<br />
regulatory standards at -86°C (-123°F) with<br />
the versatility of optional CO 2 and LN 2 backup<br />
to ensure consistent refrigeration during<br />
power outages.<br />
• Energy-saving features plus comprehensive<br />
monitoring and alarm systems with<br />
visual and audible indicators<br />
• Automatic voltage compensation assures<br />
continuous operation during power spikes<br />
and sags<br />
• Upright freezer capacities from 368.1L<br />
(13 cu. ft.) to 792.8L (28 cu. ft.)<br />
• Unique double-door option for frequent<br />
sample retrieval in the top chamber while<br />
long-term storage remains undisturbed in<br />
the bottom<br />
Revco PLUS Ultra-Low Temperature<br />
Freezers<br />
Safeguard your samples with ultimate<br />
sample protection. These freezers combine<br />
exceptional temperature stability and<br />
rapid recovery time with outstanding<br />
energy efficiency.<br />
• 20% more heat removal capacity–quick<br />
temperature recovery after door openings<br />
for stable, uniform temperatures<br />
• Capacities from 487L (17.2 cu. ft.) to 888L<br />
(31.4 cu. ft.)<br />
• 888L HD freezer offers the industry’s<br />
highest vial-to-footprint ratio: store up to<br />
70,000 sample vials<br />
Revco PLUS HD -86°C Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers<br />
Top to bottom:<br />
TS586e -86°C Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers<br />
Forma -86°C Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers<br />
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<strong>Blood</strong> and<br />
Component Storage<br />
Cryopreservation<br />
Designed to meet the rigorous requirements of cryogenic storage, <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong><br />
cryopreservation solutions are engineered to ensure maximum sample protection and<br />
peace of mind.<br />
Controlled-Rate Freezers<br />
CryoMed Controlled-Rate Freezers<br />
Gain the flexibility to precisely control freezing from<br />
+50°C to -180°C. Choose from pre-programmed freezing<br />
profiles or modify them to your specific protocols.<br />
• For accelerated freezing, dual solenoid valves<br />
increase LN 2 injection volume, ensuring precise<br />
temperature control to maximize cell viability<br />
• Control the whole process on a Windows ®<br />
-based<br />
PC with included software<br />
Cryovials<br />
Nalgene and Nunc Cryogenic Vials<br />
• Designed for safe and efficient storage of cultured<br />
cells in cryogenic containers, -80°C freezers and<br />
liquid nitrogen tanks<br />
®<br />
• All sterile Nunc CryoTubes are manufactured in<br />
a controlled environment using the highest quality<br />
standards<br />
• Nalgene vials are leakproof (IATA) and Nunc vials<br />
are DNase/RNase-free<br />
CryoPlus Storage Systems<br />
The CryoPlus Series LN 2 Storage System offers the<br />
ideal combination of liquid nitrogen storage reliability<br />
and microprocessor technology. These systems provide<br />
precise and accurate control over all parameters<br />
without complicated programming. Storage capacities<br />
of up to 38,500 vials (2.0 mL) make the most of your<br />
valuable laboratory storage space.<br />
CryoPlus LN2 Storage Systems<br />
Nalgene ® and Nunc Cryogenic Vials<br />
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2D Barcoded Storage Tubes<br />
and Equipment<br />
Matrix 2D Barcoded Storage Tubes<br />
• Compliant with Human Tissue Sample<br />
Tracking Regulations*<br />
• For long-term storage, screw tops can be<br />
removed and added with our handheld or<br />
automated capper/decapper systems<br />
• Pierceable tube design allows samples to<br />
be accessed without removing caps<br />
• Instantly identify and track sample information<br />
with our Visionmate 2D barcode<br />
readers<br />
*Contact your representative for details.<br />
Water Baths<br />
Precision Circulating Water Baths<br />
• Faster warming and excellent temperature<br />
stability for warming bags of frozen<br />
plasma/platelets to 37°C<br />
• Microprocessor control with digital<br />
LED display<br />
• Offered in 19L, 34.5L or 89L capacities<br />
• Temperature range: 5C above ambient<br />
to 99.9°C<br />
• Meets ASTM E715 Class IIA standards<br />
for uniformity<br />
• Water flow directed around bath perimeter<br />
• Stainless steel gable cover and diffuser<br />
shelf are included<br />
• Available in 120V and 230V<br />
8-channel Handheld Decapper<br />
2D Barcoded Storage Tubes<br />
Precision Water Baths<br />
VisionMate HighSpeed Reader<br />
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Research Applications<br />
Researchers working with blood products need solutions that maintain<br />
sample integrity while ensuring the safety of lab personnel at every<br />
stage of the process. Our research solutions range from biosafety<br />
cabinets and CO 2 incubators to cell culture plates and flasks to growth<br />
media. So you have the advantage of a single, trusted source for all<br />
your research needs.<br />
CELL CULTURE<br />
We offer an outstanding selection of laboratory equipment and consumables to support<br />
your cell culture work. Our Class II biological safety cabinets provide best-in-class<br />
safety, ergonomics and energy efficiency. Our CO 2 incubators provide ideal growing<br />
conditions to ensure the health and integrity of your cell and tissue samples. Combined<br />
with our high-quality media and consumables, we can provide a complete solution for<br />
your cell culture needs.<br />
Biological Safety Cabinets<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> Class II biological safety<br />
cabinets combine maximum protection with<br />
maximum efficiency. These innovative cabinets<br />
feature advanced, brushless DC motor technology<br />
for dramatically improved energy efficiency, safety,<br />
performance, and reliability.<br />
• Reduces operating costs by up to 75% over traditional<br />
cabinets with AC motors<br />
• Increases comfort and encourages safe working<br />
habits with the sloped front, bright workspace and<br />
low noise level<br />
• Maximizes safety through independent control<br />
systems with our innovative SmartFlow design<br />
and Digital Airflow Verification (DAVe)<br />
Herasafe KS and KSP<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> biological safety cabinets are available<br />
in a variety of configurations and certifications<br />
to support any lab need, including the Herasafe KS,<br />
Safe 2020, and MSC-Advantage Class II biological<br />
safety cabinets.<br />
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MSC Advantage
FPO<br />
CO 2 Incubators<br />
<strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> CO 2 Incubators deliver longterm<br />
performance, optimal growth conditions and<br />
proven contamination prevention.<br />
• Water-jacketed and direct heat chamber technologies<br />
provide excellent uniformity and reliability<br />
• Advanced contamination prevention including<br />
HEPA filtration, sterilization cycles and pure<br />
copper chambers<br />
• Wide range of sizes – from 40L to 821L capacities<br />
• Fast recovery time ensures optimal growth<br />
conditions<br />
• FDA 510K registered as suitable for use with<br />
patient samples<br />
Heracell 150i and 240i Incubators<br />
• Intuitive iCAN touchscreen improves visibility<br />
and control of important incubator information<br />
• 100% solid copper interiors available<br />
• Patented Rapid Response Humidity System<br />
• Two convenient stackable sizes – 150L and 240L<br />
• ContraCon 90°C moist heat automated disinfection<br />
cycle<br />
Heracell i CO 2 Incubator<br />
Forma Series II Water-Jacketed Incubator<br />
• Maximum thermal protection and fast recovery<br />
from swings in ambient temperature and power<br />
variations<br />
• Unique triple-wall, water-jacketed construction<br />
assures optimal thermal uniformity<br />
• In-chamber HEPA filter achieves Class 100<br />
air quality<br />
Forma Water-Jacketed Incubator<br />
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Research<br />
Applications<br />
Water Purification Systems<br />
Barnstead Nanopure<br />
With four application-specific models, this premier<br />
purification system delivers ultrapure water that<br />
exceeds ASTM Type 1 water standards for critical<br />
laboratory applications.<br />
• Versatile design offers multiple dispensing and<br />
mounting options<br />
• Operational cost savings with high-capacity<br />
Diamond Pack cartridge pack<br />
• Global capability with multi-language display<br />
Barnstead Easypure RoDi<br />
Produce ultrapure water straight from the tap. This<br />
system is ideal for laboratories requiring up to 15<br />
liters per day of high-quality water.<br />
• Designed for simple, intuitive operation<br />
• Three cartridges in series provide increased capacity<br />
over similar systems<br />
• Monitoring system alerts user of water quality and<br />
consumables status<br />
Life Science Plastics<br />
Nalgene and Nunc Plates, Flasks, Dishes and<br />
Tubes<br />
Scientists around the world rely on the dependable<br />
quality of <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong> Nunc and Nalgene<br />
products for the most reproducible and reliable results.<br />
Nunc surface technologies provide solutions for the<br />
cultivation of all different cell types: adherent or<br />
suspension, stem cells, macrophages, single cells, or<br />
spheroids.<br />
• The widest range of formats, sizes and surfaces–<br />
from petri dishes and multidishes to multiwell<br />
plates, tubes and flasks<br />
• Leakproof filterware with fast flow-rate<br />
membranes and Nalgene-certified performance<br />
• Innovative products for growth, monitoring,<br />
staining, transporting, and storage of all cell types<br />
• Variety of surfaces–cell culture treated<br />
(Nunclon), untreated, Poly-D-Lysine, Collagen I,<br />
CC2, UpCell and HydroCell<br />
Nunc EasyFill<br />
Barnstead Nanopure<br />
Nunc Flasks<br />
Nunc Culture Dishes<br />
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Cell Culture Growth Systems<br />
and Media<br />
Nunc OptiCell Cell Culture System<br />
Nunc OptiCell is a unique cell culture format<br />
for growing, monitoring, and transporting<br />
cells. It features two parallel gas-permeable,<br />
cell culture treated polystyrene membranes<br />
attached to a standard microtiter plate-sized<br />
frame.<br />
• Thin profile design maximizes incubator<br />
space and reduces media consumption<br />
• Two resealing access ports provide a<br />
closed growth environment with sterile<br />
fluid path, reducing risk of contamination<br />
HyClone Media<br />
High-yield cell cultures begin with quality<br />
media. HyClone Media provides the quality<br />
and purity required for meeting your research<br />
needs. We provide a wide selection of media<br />
and buffers for use in cell culture applications.<br />
• System tested with <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong><br />
HyClone Sera to ensure product performance<br />
and consistency<br />
• All products are hydrated using <strong>Thermo</strong><br />
<strong>Scientific</strong> HyClone WFI quality water and<br />
undergo 0.1 μm sterile filtration<br />
• Manufactured using ISO 9001:2000-<br />
certified processes<br />
• Offered in a variety of packaging configurations,<br />
including convenient HyQPAK<br />
six-packs<br />
Software<br />
Nautilus LIMS<br />
Our advanced Nautilus LIMS (Laboratory<br />
Information Management System) solutions<br />
ensure accurate, automated logging and<br />
tracking of samples for future retrieval, helping<br />
streamline and simplify sample tracking.<br />
• Flexible, configurable LIMS easily implemented<br />
right out of the box<br />
• Developed in partnership with customers<br />
in R&D environments<br />
• Compatible with Microsoft* Office<br />
• Designed, developed and supported within<br />
an ISO 9001/TickIT environment<br />
Nautilus LIMS<br />
HyClone Cell Culture Media<br />
Nunc OptiCell<br />
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Enabling excellence with<br />
a spectrum of products<br />
Our blood banking portfolio provides essential instruments, equipment,<br />
consumables, reagents, media, services and software–tailored to the<br />
needs of blood banking professionals.<br />
Instruments & Equipment<br />
2D Barcoding Equipment<br />
Biological Safety Cabinets<br />
<strong>Blood</strong> Bank Refrigerators<br />
Centrifuges<br />
CO 2 Incubators<br />
Cryopreservation Equipment<br />
Microplate Readers<br />
Plasma Freezers<br />
Water Purification Systems<br />
Laboratory Consumables & Liquid Handling<br />
2D Barcoded Storage Tubes<br />
Automated Liquid Handling<br />
Chamber Slides<br />
Conical Tubes<br />
Cryovials<br />
Dispensers<br />
Filtration<br />
Pipettes & Tips<br />
Plates, Flasks & Dishes<br />
Media & Reagents<br />
Diagnostic Reagents<br />
Media & Sera<br />
About <strong>Thermo</strong> <strong>Fisher</strong> <strong>Scientific</strong><br />
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in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to<br />
make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of<br />
more than $10 billion, we have approximately 35,000 employees<br />
and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech<br />
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research institutions and government agencies, as well as<br />
environmental and industrial process control industries.<br />
We create value for our key stakeholders through two premier<br />
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and the most convenient purchasing options. Our products<br />
and services help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery,<br />
and solve analytical challenges ranging from complex<br />
research to routine testing to field applications.<br />
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