Anachem announces the launch of the Rainin SmartStand, an intelligent, highly scalable pipette asset management system that helps busy labs and lab managers proactively manage compliance and save time on record keeping and reporting.

By reading the RFID chip that's in every XLS and XLS+ pipette, SmartStand transforms how labs manage their pipettes. When a pipette is placed in one of SmartStand's four holders, the colour LCD screen instantly displays its current status in a clear visual language. "By leveraging the data that's already stored on the pipette's RFID chip, we have simplified how lab managers track service data and assure day-to-day compliance...

Our world is becoming more environmentally aware with recycling being considered a necessity both domestically and commercially.

The Rainin SpaceSaver™ Stacked Tip Refills create 85% less plastic waste than pre-filled individual tip racks.

The outer sleeve functions as an automatic tip dispenser that aligns and refills 96 tips at one time into a Rainin Rack. This system is the environmentally friendly solution for rack refilling that is fast and efficient. It is one of the best systems available for reducing waste and saving space. The entire SpaceSaver system is packaged in a code 1 PET sleeve, the same recyclable material used for plastic drink bottles....

Alleviate all those aches & pains from hours of pipetting with Anachem's Free Stretch & Posture Posters.

Stretch! It's Good for Your Mind & Great for Your Body - It is common knowledge that pipetting regularly increases the risk of developing RSI’s. By applying Good Pipetting Practice in your lab you can help to prevent these risks. One way to help reduce the repetition of pipetting is to simply take frequent breaks every 20 or 30 minutes to stretch your shoulders, arms and hands....

Anachem is pleased to introduce an exciting new approach to automated 96-well pipetting - the Rainin BenchSmart 96.

Accuracy and repeatability is something that most researchers long for, automation enables this but what if you hate the idea of adding unnecessary complexity to your workflows? The solution to this problem is the BenchSmart 96. It automates repetitious tasks like aspiration/dispensing, multi-dispensing and serial dilutions, but still provides enough manual control to ensure you won't lose touch with your experiments....

Anachem is urging all accredited laboratories in the UK to embrace the new ISO 15189 standards for UKAS accreditation, believing that positive support for the new standards will only increase confidence in the results they produce by eliminating wherever possible the causes of variability in their protocols.

ISO 15189 emphasises the need for laboratories to implement calibration and testing regimes conforming to ISO 17025 for all pieces of equipment that may have a significant impact on results. Whether hand-held pipettes, pH meters or complex PCR thermocyclers, laboratories must demonstrate that they adhere to defined quality assurance levels and retain traceable records of consistent testing, competently performed...

Anachem's Good Pipetting Practice programme covers a range of topics designed to ensure your team has the pipetting skills needed to produce consistent, reliable results.

Drawing on Anachem’s and Rainin’s expertise in liquid handling and pipette service, the Good Pipetting Practice seminar focuses on five key areas. These include Pipetting Ergonomics, the Evaluation & Selection of the Right Tools for Your Liquid Handling Work, Pipetting Techniques and The Importance of Calibration & Routine Maintenance....

Rainin TerraRack™ pipette tip racks, available in the UK from Anachem, are proving advantageous for the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Cell Engineering, where scientists are investigating cell differentiation and behaviour on a variety of materials.

Dr Monica Tsimbouri, a research fellow at the university, explained: "Our research involves growing bone marrow cells onto different materials – for example, plastics, titanium, nanopillars or nanoPEGs – and investigating how the cells differentiate. We use a wide range of techniques – such as GPCRs, In-Cell Westerns™, metabolomics and next generation sequencing – to study biomarkers related to the tissue lineage...

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Find out how you can help reduce the impact on our environment that laboratory plastic waste has with the new ECO News Magazine.

The first edition is available to download now from the ShopAnachem website.

Now you can clean and disinfect all your pipettes, bench surfaces and laboratory equipment in one easy, convenient step with Anachem’s Microsol 4 decontaminant.

Available in concentrate, ready-to-use wipes and spray, its unique blend of twin chain quaternary ammonium compounds (Q.A.C.s) and amphoretic biocides has proven efficacy against bacteria, fungi, viruses, yeasts and DNA/RNA. This general purpose lab disinfectant is proven to be effective against key human pathogenic micro-organisms and interacts with DNA and RNA molecules...

Anachem’s new ISO 17025 accredited Pipette Service Centre based in Dublin is staffed by highly qualified, professional service technicians.

Our efficient organisation ensures a high quality, value for money service, without delay. Your pipettes will be fully, professionally serviced & calibrated to the original manufacturer specifications and returned to you promptly. Our commitment to these standards guarantees your work is not delayed waiting for pipettes to come back to your laboratory....

It is important to take a few minutes to assess whether or not your pipettes are performing as they should be, doing this is an excellent way to assure data integrity and reduce your overall risk.

You can quickly verify the accuracy of most pipettes using a gravimetric balance and vessel, some deionized water and a work area that's free from drafts, direct sunlight and vibration. It's easy to do and Anachem can show you how with our new free Quick Check Poster, simply hang these around your lab to remind your entire team how easy it is to perform a simple quick check. To further assist you with this, we have created a...

The Division of Cell and Developmental Biology, part of the University of Dundee’s School of Life Sciences, is taking advantage of Anachem’s recently launched Rainin TerraRack™ pipette tip racks to minimize storage and waste disposal requirements.

Ian Newton, Scientific Officer in the Näthke lab, explained: “Our laboratory is focused on adenomatous polyposis coli (APC), a multi-functional protein which has a role in a variety of basic cellular processes, including cell migration, cell adhesion, and proliferation. Mutations in APC are closely linked with both inherited and sporadic colon cancer, and we use a variety of techniques to investigate the various protein interactions of APC in vivo....

Anachem is pleased to introduce the new Laboratory Products Guide now available to download

Most scientists would love to ensure the accuracy of their results by regularly changing to the latest innovation in pipetting, but with budget constraints it is not always possible.

Always striving to help, Anachem are offering you the chance to trade-up your old pipettes for the latest Rainin XLS+ models at a significantly reduced price. The trade-up process has been made even easier now with the new online Pipette Trade up Calculator. It couldn't be simpler to use, just enter the number of pipettes you want to trade up, you can trade up as many single and multichannel, manual and...

Our world is becoming more environmentally aware with recycling being considered a necessity both domestically and commercially.

Anybody working in a laboratory and using pipettes and tips knows how much waste tip racks produce, how expensive they are to dispose of and the amount of space these used racks can take up.  For most labs the cost of running a recycling scheme can be prohibatory as they tend to be priced upon the weight of the plastic being recycled.

Anachem is pleased to announce the launch of ShopAnachem.

This new state of the art website brings you added enhancements for improved functionality, ease of use and an all-around better, faster website. The fresh, new look home page with new search & site navigation options give you a greatly enhanced user experience. By using the sophisticated filtering system you can find the products you are looking for in a matter of seconds. As well as in-depth product information you will also...

Request your new Rainin 2016 "Art of Pipetting" wall calendar now.

This year it features a fun interpretation of the work by internationally acclaimed artist Banksy. These calendars are created each year to help liven up a wall in your lab, and to celebrate the artists, thinkers and scientists who are pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box. If you want to give your lab a spruce up then request your free copy of our "Art of Pipetting" calendar now. To do this simply contact us ensuring your...

Rainin's recently launched TerraRack™ pipette tip racks, available in the UK from Anachem, are already proving popular in the Real-time PCR Research and Diagnostics Core Facility at the University of California, Davis.

The laboratory, part of the School of Veterinary Medicine, performs molecular diagnostic assays for veterinary practices across the US – as well as nucleic acid extraction and qPCR for external research studies – relying on high quality Rainin pipettes and BioClean™ tips to ensure accurate pipetting and sample security. Lab Manager Samantha Mapes explained: "We have been using Rainin Pipet-Lite™ single- and multi-channel pipettes for...

The RAININ Classic has traditional pipetting style and quality but with more ergonomic benefits. The ergonomic features ensure a hand-friendly operation and a reduced risk of injuries while remaining a robust, high performance pipette with the look, feel and handling of classical pipettes.

Anachem are pleased to introduce RAININ's TerraRack, a revolutionary new concept in pipette tip racks. 

More than 50% lighter than conventional racks TerraRack does not compromise on strength and is completely recyclable. This single-use, disposable hinged-lid rack will not flex or bend when loading single or multichannel pipettes – even if excessive force is applied. Manufactured from PETE (polyethylene terephthalate), an exceptionally strong polyester most commonly used for water and soft-drinks bottles, the racks are exceptionally strong, crystal clear and 100% recyclable....

The Pipetting Cycle is part of a series of tutorial videos; this first tutorial demonstrates the five distinct steps of pipetting and how to do them correctly. These have been created as part of Anachem's Good Pipetting Practice Programme (GPP).

The majority of scientists will agree that pipetting is normally the most frequently practiced activity in the lab. The accuracy and precision of pipettes is vital for producing good quality results. However it is not just the pipette that needs to be considered when evaluating the accuracy of experimental data. There are a number of factors that can influence the accuracy, quality and reproducibility of the generated data, including pipetting skill, pipette maintenance and calibration....

RAININ's New LR Low Retention Pipette Tips Can Help

Now available from Anachem the new LR Low Retention pipette tips improve pipetting accuracy by minimising residual volume. These tips prevent samples from interacting with the polypropylene surface of the tip, making them especially useful when transferring complex sample liquids, viscous liquids and those with reduced surface tension due to the presence of detergents and other organic constituents....

Anachem is pleased to announce the launch of RAININ's new LR Low Retention pipette tips.

These new tips will improve your pipetting accuracy by minimising residual volume, particularly when transferring complex sample liquids, viscous liquids and those with reduced surface tension due to the presence of detergents and other organic constituents, by preventing samples from interacting with the polypropylene surface of the tip. For even greater flexibity with difficult sample types the LR pipette tip family includes a new...

Anachem is urging all accredited laboratories in the UK to embrace the new ISO 15189 standards for UKAS accreditation, believing that positive support for the new standards will only increase confidence in the results they produce by eliminating wherever possible the causes of variability in their protocols.

According to Craig Bush, Pipette Service Manager of Anachem, “ ISO 15189 emphasises the need for laboratories to implement calibration and testing regimes conforming to ISO 17025 for all pieces of equipment that may have a significant impact on results. Whether hand-held pipettes, pH meters, balances or complex PCR thermocyclers, laboratories must demonstrate that they adhere to defined quality assurance levels and...

Request your free copy to find out about all the latest products and services available to help you in your lab. 

This new catalogue is the ideal whenever you're in need of new or additional pipettes, tips or lab equipment. It is packed full with technical information about the wide range of products available, including the new family of XLS+ pipettes, BioClean pipette tips and the new Low Volume Liquidator 96 plus much more. Just flick through to find out all the technical and ordering information you need to help make your purchasing decision...

Anachem is pleased to announce the launch of RAININ’s latest development in electronic pipetting, the E4 XLS+ single and multichannel pipettes.

The RAININ electronic XLS+ family are the most technically and ergonomically advanced pipettes to date, which raise the bar on pipetting for both comfort and performance. The E4 XLS+ single channel pipettes feature state-of-the-art wet seals for stunningly smooth operation, corrosion-resistant tip ejectors and liquid ends that can be autoclaved. In addition, the new software on the RAININ E4 XLS+ electronic pipette includes a host of...

Anachem is pleased to announce the launch of RAININ's latest development in electronic pipetting, the E4 XLS+ single and multichannel pipettes.

The RAININ electronic XLS+ family are the most technically and ergonomically advanced pipettes to date, which raise the bar on pipetting for both comfort and performance. The E4 XLS+ single channel pipettes feature state-of-the-art wet seals for stunningly smooth operation, corrosion-resistant tip ejectors and liquid ends that can be autoclaved. In addition, the new software on the RAININ E4 XLS+ electronic pipette includes a host of innovative new features to...

Now available from Anachem Ltd., the Rainin 20µl Liquidator 96 is a great addition to the Liquidator 96 range of manual bench top pipetting systems.

Accurate and efficient, it maximizes your workflow, without the need for complicated programming or dedicated technician time. With its volume range of between 0.5μl and 20μl, this new Liquidator platform is now a viable option for many more low volume applications requiring superior accuracy and precision particularly in the areas of genomics and proteomics...

Anachem's Good Pipetting Practice programme covers a range of topics designed to ensure your team has the pipetting skills needed to produce consistent, reliable results. 

Drawing on Anachem’s and Rainin’s 40 years of expertise in liquid handling and pipette service, the Good Pipetting Practice seminar focuses on five key areas. These include Pipetting Ergonomics, the Evaluation & Selection of the Right Tools for Your Liquid Handling Work, Pipetting Techniques and The Importance of Calibration & Routine Maintenance. As well as outlining how to optimise workflows, Good Pipetting Practice also focuses on how ergonomics can influence experimental data and pipette users’ health. It points out the risks associated with un-calibrated pipettes and the role of routine checks vs. professional service...

When it comes to pipetting innovations Rainin has always been ahead of the game in addressing user needs.

With the Pipet-Lite XLS family of pipettes they bring you a pipette with the innovative advantage of built in asset management via a built in Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag and great ergonomic benefits. Pipet-Lite XLS pipettes are the world’s first pipette family to be equipped with RFID tags but why is this so important? RFID is important to anyone who wants to have control over their pipette assets. Pipettes are highly mobile pieces of laboratory equipment and managing their location and any service / calibration requirements can be a very challenging activity i.e. time consuming, pipettes go missing etc...

Wouldn't it be great if you could just swap all of your old pipettes for the latest ergonomic pipetting technology available? Well, now you can with Anachem's New Rainin LTS Swap Out Programme.

Where's the catch? Well there just simply isn't one. By signing up to the Anachem LTS Swap Out Scheme you can benefit from the latest pipetting technology in the new Rainin Pipet-Lite XLS pipettes, fixed consumable costs for two years and no pipette servicing costs for the first year. This programme really will help you stretch your consumables budget and grants further whilst protecting everyone in the lab from the risk of developing Repetitive Strain Injuries...

Giving you a Helping Hand for Your Hands

The accuracy of results is of the utmost importance to scientists, which is why most scientists would love to be able to regularly replace their pipette with the latest innovation in pipetting, however budget constraints sometimes mean this is not possible

Anachem can offer a solution, if you trade-up your old or broken pipettes with Anachem you will save up to £150 on a brand new Rainin manual, electronic, single or multichannel XLS pipette. It’s simple to trade-up your old pipettes, you just need to gather together the pipettes you want to recycle, they can be any make, model and in any condition, as long as they are complete...

Get the Knowledge to Protect Yourself

Pipetting is a forceful and repetitive activity, and it is now widely accepted that there is a strong association between pipetting forces and the occurrence of developing Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI's). In fact, pipetting for just over an hour a day over the course of a year is enough to put you at risk, and these risks tend to increase with workload and age. But for most scientists pipetting is an unavoidable daily task, so reducing or even preventing your risk of RSI should be high on your list of priorities. The best way to start protecting yourself is by ensuring you have all the correct facts and advice available about which conditions pose or increase your risk...

Rainin’s AutoRep™ S - Accurate and Fast Repeat Dispensing with Flexible, Lightweight Control

The secret to this revolutionary kit is the novel, third-generation (3G) DNA polymerase that brings great advantages over standard Taq enzyme, enabling higher performance PCR from whole plant tissue. Engineered via molecular evolution, the KAPA enzyme has been selected for improved tolerance to common plant-derived PCR inhibitors such as polyphenolics and polysaccharides. Kits are optimized for fast and efficient amplification of plant DNA from crude samples, DNA containing carry-over inhibitors from crude extraction methods, and purified DNA...

Special Offer - Service 2 Pipettes for the price of 1 until the end of 2010 = Single Channel Pipette Calibration from £8.35

The only licensed Automated Instrument for Cubic Phase in meso Protein Crystallography.