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  Leading lab distributor signals major expansion

Laboratory equipment supplier Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) has opened the new SLS National Distribution Centre (NDC) at the Fairham Business Park, Nottingham, as it looks to kickstart its next phase of growth. The NDC enables the company to service 2,500 orders per day, three times more than previously possible. SLS previewed the new facility at the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2024...

 

  The five must-ask questions at the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2024

With over 80 exhibitors, two days of talks from leading scientific speakers and over 1,200 delegates from across the laboratory industry, the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2024 has a lot on offer. The event is taking place on May 22 at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham. Here, David Zaborowski, group marketing manager at laboratory equipment supplier Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) discusses the five questions to ask when you attend this year’s show to get the most out of your visit...

 

  The Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference returns

Mark your calendars now to attend the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference, which will take place at the East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham, on May 22, 2024. The prestigious event, hosted by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK's leading supplier of laboratory equipment, consumables and chemicals, promises to be a remarkable meeting of science, technology and innovation as it brings all the lab industry’s leading brands and professionals together in one place...

 

  Unlock Premium Savings with FOCUS from SLS

Presenting the newest release of FOCUS, brought to you by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS). Focus is your essential list of top scientific items at amazing prices. This issue is brimming with exclusive offers on top-tier products from industry-leading brands that define the cutting edge of scientific research. SLS has handpicked offers on the finest products from leading scientific brands...

 

  SLS Becomes Key Distributor of Azenta Products for the UK and Ireland

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK's leading provider of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and consumables, is delighted to unveil its partnership with global tech giant, Azenta. This innovative alliance will facilitate scientific research, delivering enhanced solutions and resources to researchers, laboratories, and academic entities across the UK. Through this collaboration, SLS is set to be the sole distributor of Azenta products for both the UK and Ireland...

 

  SLS Launches New Back2Basics Magazine

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) has launched its latest Back2Basics magazine, featuring exclusive offers on essentials for your laboratory. The 2023 issue is now live, and SLS is working closely with a number of key suppliers to bring you the best deals in the market for selected laboratory products. In this issue, SLS has fantastic offers on selected lines from their own SLS Lab Pro, SLS Select and SLS Lab Basics brands alongside those from world-renowned manufacturers such as Eppendorf, IKA, Ohaus, Corning, Gilson, Thermo Scientific and many more...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquires C&M Scientific, Scotland

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) the leading supplier of equipment, chemicals and consumables for laboratory use in the UK – are excited to announce the acquisition of C&M Scientific, a Scotland-based distributor of laboratory equipment and service provider specialising in installation, validation, calibration, repair and ongoing maintenance for scientific equipment...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquires Sparks Lab Supplies (Sparks) in the Republic of Ireland

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) the leading supplier of equipment, chemicals and consumables for laboratory use in the UK – are excited to announce the acquisition of Sparks Lab Supplies, expanding its product and service offering in the Republic of Ireland. Established in 1996, Sparks are a laboratory consumables, reagents and equipment supplier based in Dublin and they are renowned for the personalised service they provide...

 

  SLS break ground on their new National Distribution Centre

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are excited to announce plans to move to a new, state-of-the-art National Distribution Centre based on the Fairham Business Park development in Clifton, Nottingham. The new multi-million-pound facility, is three times bigger than the current SLS site and will ensure the company’s plans for continued growth can be achieved for many years to come. Once the building is complete, SLS will invest a further £3.5m for an extensive “fit out” process...

 

  Think Chemicals Think SLS

Looking for a one-stop shop for all your laboratory chemical needs? Look no further than Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS). SLS are the UK's largest independent supplier of laboratory chemicals, and they offer an extensive range of products from the world's most respected manufacturers. This means you can avoid the hassle of dealing with multiple suppliers and deliveries by simply ordering everything you need from SLS in one go...

 

  Touch down with the InnovaPrep

InnovaPrep Concentrating Pipette Select Automated Bio-Concentrator used for the International Space Station! The Concentrating Pipette Select uses dead-end filtration with single-use Concentrating Pipette tips to capture microorganisms from fluid samples. A patented process called Wet Foam Elution is then used to recover the microorganisms into sample volumes that closely match the input volumes of modern molecular methods such as qPCR in minutes...

 

  SLS expands operations with two new acquisitions

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) – the leading supplier of equipment, chemicals and consumables for laboratory use in the UK – has announced the acquisition of two businesses, Gem Scientific and Northern Balance, to expand its product and service offerings. Both companies will continue to operate as independent entities and retain all employees, whilst harnessing SLS’s business support and infrastructure to benefit all parties, stakeholders and customers.  ...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquire controlling interest in Aurora Scientific

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific products, is pleased to announce it has acquired a controlling interest in Aurora Scientific, one of the leading water utility suppliers. Aurora Scientific was founded in 1988, specialising in sampling equipment for the UK water industry and has grown to become a leading supplier, supplying over 70% of regional water utility companies, as well as large laboratories that conduct microbiological and chemical analysis for all water types....

 

  Save the Date - The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference 2022 is back

The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference 2022 is a biennial event at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham, which is now firmly established as a premier fixture in the scientific industry calendar, combining real scientific value with unrivalled opportunities to network in a professional but relaxed environment. Throughout the show, delegates will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in scientific content through the Conference Programme, Professional Development Zone and extensive networking opportunities...

 

  Analab rebrands as Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS)

Analab announced that it is rebranding its name, logo and visual identity from March 2022 to that of its parent company Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS). The new brand identity comes after the acquisition of Analab by SLS in 2016. SLS are the UK & Ireland’s leading independent supplier of laboratory products and are partnered with some of the world's most recognisable brands in science, bringing the best laboratory equipment, consumables, and chemicals to their customers...

 

  The Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2022

The Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference is back! The event will take place on 18th of May 2022 hosted and organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) – the UK's largest independent supplier of chemicals, laboratory equipment and consumables. Working in partnership with the Science Council, the show is FREE to attend at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham with doors opening at 9.00am and closing at 5.00pm...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) launch multiple award-winning products at Lab Innovations.

scientific-laboratory-supplies-sls-launch-multipleLab Innovations 2021 was a great opportunity for the scientific community to hear about innovative new product launches available from SLS. As the scientific world continues to evolve and seek more innovative and sustainable laboratory solutions, SLS showcased a range of excellent new products available now. Jellagen®, the winner of the Most Impactful Sustainable Product Development 2021 from the Lab Awards...

 

  InnovaPrep

Scientific Laboratory supplies (SLS), the UKs largest independent supplier of scientific products are pleased to now provide rapid and automated sample preparation technology from InnovaPrep®. The Concentrating Pipette (CP Select™) is a disruptive technology providing laboratories with a faster, easier, and more effective means of sample collection and concentration for their microbiological and virological samples...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies announce new line of SLS Lab Pro gas and liquid nitrogen (LN2) generators

The new line of products, available exclusively in the UK and Ireland from SLS gives laboratories control over their gas and LN2 supplies and promotes sustainability by eliminating the need for cross-country transportation of gas cannisters and Dewar flasks. On-site generation of gas and LN2 has gained popularity in recent years, as more companies have decided to free themselves from having to rely on external suppliers....

 

  SLS Lab Pro generators put laboratories in control of their gas and liquid nitrogen supplies

sls-lab-pro-generators-put-laboratories-control-theirScientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) – the leading supplier of equipment, chemicals and consumables for laboratory use in the UK – has launched a new line of SLS Lab Pro gas and liquid nitrogen (LN2) generators, available exclusively in the UK and Ireland. This technology gives laboratories control over their gas and LN2 supplies, and promotes sustainability by eliminating the need for cross-country transportation of gas canisters and Dewar flasks....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies celebrates commitment to real living wage

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) has recently been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. The Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at SLS receive a minimum hourly wage of £9.50 in the UK, or £10.85 in London. Both rates are significantly higher than the government minimum for over 25s, which currently stands at £8.72 per hour...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) launch NEW disruptive evaporation technology range from Ecodyst

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UKs largest independent supplier of scientific products launch a new pioneering range of smart, self-cooling technologies designed to disrupt the traditional rotary evaporator market, with the Hydrogen and the Ecochyll X1 from Ecodyst. Ecodyst was founded in 2014 by George Adjabeng and Kwabena Williams. Both had a desire to provide chemistry labs with the best solutions possible to maximize productivity at a lower cost, while also creating a safer workplace environment....

 

  SLS

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), are pleased to announce a further consolidation of their Merck relationship after being appointed as an official distributor for the Merck – Supelco® Range of Analytical Products. Comprising of over 500,000 products, the comprehensive range from SLS provides a solution to most applications...

 

  SLS announce appointment as an official distributor for the Merck

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific products are pleased to announce further consolidation of their relationship with Merck through their appointment as an official distributor for the Merck – Supelco® Range of Analytical Products. Comprising of over 500,000 products, the comprehensive range from SLS provides a solution for most applications....

 

  SLS and Eppendorf to supply ultra-low temperature freezers for UK COVID-19 vaccines

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) and leading international life sciences company Eppendorf have been chosen to provide ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers for the country’s supply of COVID-19 vaccines. SLS – the UK's largest independent supplier of chemicals, laboratory equipment and consumables – was awarded a contract by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to equip two central storage sites and 54 regional hubs with the vital laboratory equipment required for safe and secure storage of the newly developed vaccine....

 

  New Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) Product and Chemicals Catalogues OUT NOW!

Scientific Laboratory Supplies are delighted to announce the new SLS Product and Chemicals Catalogues are both OUT NOW! Packed full of equipment, consumables and chemicals for any busy laboratory, regardless of application, there is plenty of choice from your favourite brands – all in one place. You will find over 15,000 products – 20% of which are new for this edition in the new product catalogue....

 

  New Sustainable Laboratory Solutions brochure from Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS)

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are pleased to announce the launch of their new Sustainable Laboratory Solutions brochure, web subsite and their pledge to the ‘One Tree Planted’ charity. After months of research into what their customers are really looking for, from a supplier, regarding sustainability within the laboratory environment SLS have brought together some really useful information to help laboratory...

 

  New Scientific Laboratory Supplies Catalogue Available Now!

new-scientific-laboratory-supplies-catalogue-availableThis new edition builds on the great changes that were made for the last edition. Packed full of equipment and consumables for any busy laboratory, regardless of application, there is plenty of choice from your favourite brands – all in one place. In this edition SLS have identified products which have a sustainable feature and highlighted these products with a ‘green leaf’ icon – making it easier for users to select products....

 

  New Back 2 Basics Promotional Offers and New Products out Now!

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are delighted to announce the arrival of the new edition of Back to Basics – the promotional brochure designed to give exceptional value for money on many commodity laboratory products. An annual brochure - this edition has surpassed previous versions in the sheer number and quality of offers. In fact, over £45,000 worth of savings which are guaranteed to give even the smallest of budgets a boost....

 

  Helping to Make Your Working Environment Safe

Scientifc Laboratory Supplies (SLS) Launches a comprehensive range of products aimed at companies welcoming employees back after the lockdown has been eased. As the government releases more guidelines on how employers and their employees should prepare for the return to work, SLS appreciates there will be increased apprehension about the health and well-being of staff due to the COVID-19 pandemic....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Product Offering for Covid-19 Testing

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) have pulled together a selection of products which can be used in the fight against COVID-19, whether through patient care, diagnostic testing or scientific research. They understand how important the continuation of your critical work is and they are doing everything they can to maintain the supply of laboratory products to you....

 

  New Edition of Focus Brochure Featuring the Best of the Best Available from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory supplies (SLS) is delighted to launch their new edition of Focus, packed full of special exclusive offers and new products, this edition is their best yet. This edition is an amalgamation of some of the most popular offers that were ran in previous editions over the last 5 years. With over 50 pages of offers to choose from there are products for all applications spanning life science to analytical chemistry and everything inbetween....

 

  Coronavirus Forces Cancellation of Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) and the Science Council have announced the cancellation of the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference which was due to take place on May 20th 2020 at the East Midlands Conference Centre Nottingham. The UK’s biggest laboratory show and conference was expected to attract well over 1400 visitors plus over 70 exhibitors, Science Council member bodies and SLS personnel. After careful consultation and considering the development of the virus in the UK and Europe it was decided to cancel the event.....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Recognised as Excellent Supplier by Newcastle University 2019

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) has been named best supplier in the ‘Best Cost Saving Initiative’ category at the prestigious ‘Excellent Supplier and Contractor Event 2019’ held by Newcastle University. Only seven awards are made in a variety of categories and no other laboratory suppliers were nominated in any of these. Neil Addison, Head of Procurement at Newcastle University, when introducing the event stated “The awards are designed to recognise and acknowledge ‘excellence’ where suppliers have gone above and beyond”....

 

  New Edition of Focus Special Offers and New products Brochure Available from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory supplies (SLS) is delighted to launch their new edition of Focus, packed full of special exclusive offers and new products this edition is their best yet. With over 50 pages of products to choose from there are products for all applications spanning life science to analytical chemistry and everything inbetween. Grant holders will find the promotions especially useful in making their budget go further and anyone needing to use up money before year end will find Focus invaluable in using that money wisely....

 

 

  New Back 2 Basics Promotional Offers and New Products out Now!

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are delighted to announce the arrival of the new edition of Back to Basics – the promotional brochure designed to give exceptional value for money on many commodity laboratory products. An annual brochure - this edition has surpassed previous versions in the sheer number and quality of offers....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited Announce the Acquisition of Wolf Laboratories Limited

SASNottingham-based Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited and Wolf Laboratories Limited, based near York, are both leading distributors of laboratory products in the UK. SLS announce today the acquisition of Wolf labs which will enable the newly enlarged group to provide better choice and an even wider range of products to the scientific community.  SLS are a full-service distributor of laboratory products....

 

  HYDRANAL

2019 marks the 40th anniversary of the first-ever Hydranal bottle produced. To commemorate the special occasion, Honeywell, together with its partners including Scientific Laboratory supplies, is hosting a seminar tour in celebration of Karl Fischer titration that will span 40 cities across the world. During these exceptional events, they will be showcasing the evolution of the technique, the latest innovations....

 

  New Edition of Focus Special Offers and New products Brochure Available from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory supplies (SLS) is delighted to launch their new edition of Focus, packed full of special exclusive offers and new products this edition is their best yet. With over 50 pages of products to choose from there are products for all applications spanning life science to analytical chemistry and everything in between. Highlights include 25% off Eppendorf 5427R centrifuges, 40% off Gilson Pipetman P pipettes, 20% off Liebherr freezers plus many more including great discounts on the SLS own branded products....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Sign Exclusive Deal for Bioline Molecular Biology Reagents

SLS are pleased to announce an exclusive deal for the supply of Bioline products, including PCR, qPCR reagents, nucleic acid purification kits & NGS kits. As the UK’s largest independent laboratory supplier SLS always strive to offer their customers a comprehensive range of quality products from market leading brands. The Bioline range complements the SLS Life Science product portfolio, meaning they are able to offer a complete solution for customer’s molecular biology needs....

 

  Exclusive Offers and Exciting New Products Available from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

The ‘Focus’ brochure is now firmly established as THE promotions brochure for laboratories – it goes from strength to strength. This edition is bigger and better than ever with great savings on a huge range of equipment, consumables and reagents. Highlights are 40% o0ff A&D balances, 40% off Gilson and Finnpipettes and up to 25% off a range of Eppendorf equipment and consumables....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) identified in London Stock Exchange Group

SLS has been identified as one of London Stock Exchange Group’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Europe. The report is a celebration of high-growth and most dynamic small and medium sized businesses across Europe. To be included in the list, companies needed to show consistent revenue growth over a minimum of three years, significantly outperforming their country peers. More detail on the methodology can be found in the report online....

 

  New Catalogue from Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd

The new SLS Catalogue is out now!  This new edition builds on the great changes that were made for the last edition.  One of the new features is the ‘At a Glance’ information which highlights 3 of the key attributes of the product. SLS first began trading in 1991 and has grown to become the UK’s largest independent supplier of laboratory equipment, chemicals and consumables...

 

  Show Review - Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference

On Wednesday 23rd May 2018, over 1200 scientists, technicians, speakers and exhibitors descended on the East Midlands Conference Centre at the University of Nottingham for the fifth Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference. Organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the day brought together delegates from across the community, offering opportunities to meet like-minded people, learn new things and discover the very best scientific technology and equipment for the laboratory....

 

  Corning and SLS

Corning is a long-standing partner of SLS, and has been attending the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference since its inception. We spoke to Corning’s Joana Faustino-Kemp to find out why the company attends and what it has in store for visitors to this year’s show....

 

  SLS is delighted to welcome award-winning natural history photographer and film maker Doug Allan to the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference as one of this year

Doug AllanIt might surprise you that a film maker would be speaking to an audience of scientists and technicians at a laboratory show. "Where is the overlap between these two disciplines?” you might ask. As it turns out, a lot more than you might think....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference - Bigger and better, year on year

It would have been difficult to anticipate the growth of the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference when it began in 2010. From an initial attendance of around 400, we are now anticipating over 1,000 visitors at our fifth show, and are delighted with the popularity of the conference. We pride ourselves on running the entire show without outsourcing the management to an events company, and this has enabled us to maintain our SLS-ness as the show grows, continuing to place customers at the heart of what we do....

 

  A quick guide to the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2018

Organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the day brings together scientists, speakers and exhibitors from across the community, offering an opportunity to meet like-minded people, learn new things and discover the very best scientific technology and equipment for the laboratory....

 

  Meet, learn and discover at the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2018

The Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference returns once again to the East Midlands Conference Centre at the University of Nottingham on Wednesday 23rd May. Organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) – the UK's largest independent supplier of chemicals, laboratory equipment and consumables – this free to attend event is set to build on past success, delivering an insight into the future of British science and technology....

 

  See Dallas Campbell at the Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference 2018!

Dallas CampbellScientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd very excited to announce that Dallas Campbell, from Bang Goes The Theory and Tim Peake's Return to Earth Live, has now been confirmed as a speaker for the Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference 2018. For Dallas, science isn’t a subject. It’s an adventure. He has a lifelong passion for understanding how the world works and for exploring our relationship with science, technology and engineering – past, present and future.....

 

  Meet. Learn. Discover - Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2018

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) will be staging the next Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference on May 23rd 2018 at the award winning East Midlands Conference Centre, The University of Nottingham. Working in partnership with The Science Council – the show and conference promises to be bigger and better than ever.  There will be over 60 exhibitors on hand to discuss visitor’s laboratory needs and demonstrate the latest products and technologies.

 

  The new Back 2 Basics brochure, from Scientific Laboratory Supplies, is out now!

SLS are delighted to say they have surpassed previous editions in the sheer number and quality of offers.

Back to BasicsIdeal for university laboratories especially teaching labs that are looking to restock on small bench-top equipment and consumables for the new term. Users will find products from SLSs’ own great value SLS Lab Basics and SLS SELECT ranges....

 

  Scientific Lab Supplies Signs Exclusive Deal for Culture Media

The UK’s largest independent supplier of laboratory products is pleased to announce an exclusive deal with E & O Laboratories Ltd for their comprehensive range of microbiological media.

E & O Laboratories LtdSLS already have a comprehensive range of microbiology equipment, consumables and media which has been further strengthened by the addition of E & O to their portfolio, with exclusivity into the universities sector.

 

  SLS Now Offer Products Previously Supplied by Dutscher Scientific UK

In July 2016, Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) merged with Dominique Dutscher to create Europe’s largest independent laboratory distributor. Since that time, Dutscher Scientific UK (DSUK) have continued to operate independently in the UK market.

SLSWith effect from the 1st of May 2017, DSUK will become wholly owned by the SLS Group and their activities will be merged into SLS.  DSUK will be closed to new business from this date.  This change will allow us to better serve both our DSUK and SLS customers as we move forward with a broader combined product portfolio and UK based inventory....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Awarded Primary UK Distribution of Seward

Insterprep instantly soluble, pre-weighed media range ensures fast and accurate sample preparation

The Seward Insterprep range of instantly soluble sterileSeward Ltd, manufacturers of the renowned Stomacher® blender and creators of the Insterprep® range of instantly soluble sterile media, has teamed up with Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as their primary distribution partner for Insterprep in the UK. Insterprep is a new range of pre-weighed, sterile, granulated media available in Stomacher® bags or sachets. Designed to speed up and simplify sample preparation for...

 

  Dominique Dutscher (DD) and Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) Join Forces to Better Serve their Customers Across Europe

French-based Dominique Dutscher (DD) and Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) in the UK are the leading independent distributors of laboratory products in their respective territories.

scientific Laboratory suppliesBoth companies are pleased to announce today that they have joined forces to better serve their customers across Europe. The combined operation will create the largest independent European distributor of laboratory supplies with circa €180m of combined revenue.....

 

  Analab Ltd Acquired by Scientific Laboratory Supplies in Market Growth Plan

Northern Ireland-based laboratory supplier Analab Ltd has been acquired by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent provider of laboratory equipment, chemicals and consumables.

Andy Pepper, Aileen McGrath, Damien McCorry and Tom O’MearaThis is as part of an ambitious expansion plan to service the growing life sciences, state-funded research, food and beverage, and medical technology sectors across Ireland. From July 2016, Analab becomes part of the SLS UK Group, taking UK Group turnover to £42 million, and will be referred to as Analab, an SLS Company. The agreement has already created new job opportunities, with further posts likely to be announced...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Show Draws over 1000 to Nottingham

Leading science academics and entrepreneurs from around the world gathered in Nottingham on Wednesday 25th May for the 2016 Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference.

Microscope voted top #10LabObjects at Scientific Laboratory Show 2016Organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) and The Science Council, “Working Together to Advance UK Science” attracted over 1,000 delegates interested in science innovation, professional career development, STEM work in schools and the latest laboratory technology. Writer and broadcaster Vivienne Parry OBE hosted the line-up of keynote speakers who demonstrated how science is being applied to the world of Olympic coaching and...

 

  Top Safety Accreditation for Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent British-owned supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has been awarded accreditation from Safecontractor for its commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety.

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Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent British-owned supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has been awarded accreditation from Safecontractor for its commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety.

Safecontractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises very high standards in health and safety management amongst UK contractors.

Headquartered in Nottingham, SLS operates a warehousing, technical storage and logistics service across the UK and in over 70 international territories. The company works closely with leading international industry brands such as Thermo Scientific, Sigma Aldrich, Becton Dickinson, Eppendorf, GE Whatman, Scilabware, Corning, Lonza and Roche. Customers include universities, colleges and secondary schools, commercial research and government scientific laboratories.

Peter Lister, Operations Director for Scientific Laboratory Supplies said: “The company’s application for Safecontractor accreditation was driven by our desire to maintain a uniform standard across the business. We are delighted to have received this recognition which is both reassuring for existing customers and will enhance our ability to attract new contracts.”

" width="180" height="120" style="float: right; margin: 11px;" />Safecontractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises very high standards in health and safety management amongst UK contractors. Headquartered in Nottingham, SLS operates a warehousing, technical storage and logistics service across the UK and in over 70 international territories. The company works closely with leading international industry brands such as...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Marks Move to BioCity Scotland with Scottish Laboratory Show

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent British-owned supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has relocated its Scottish operations to BioCity Scotland. 

Scientific Laboratory suppliesTo mark this stage in the company’s development, SLS will host a Scottish Laboratory Show, organised in association with the Science Council,  at BioCity Scotland on Thursday 29 October 2015. The move to the Newhouse bioscience business incubator signifies SLS’s commitment to investing in science in Scotland and will consolidate its existing relationship with the wider BioCity Group. BioCity Scotland provides biotech, pharmaceutical and...

 

  New SLS Pathology/Mortuary Range Aids Post-Mortem Contribution to Medical Research

Significant breakthroughs in medical research rely heavily on data collected from post-mortem procedures and subsequent in-depth laboratory analysis.

SLSTo support this highly specialised work, Nottingham-based Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) has recently launched a new range of pathology and mortuary products for use by forensic and histopathologists as well as by mortuary professionals. SLS is the UK’s largest independent British-owned supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables, and in building the catalogue staff looked into how and why post-mortem examinations...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Launch New Cleanroom Catalogue

The commercial pressures on research laboratories to improve efficiency and generate savings has led Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS), the UK’s largest independent British-owned supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables, to launch its first catalogue devoted to essential Cleanroom products.

Cleanroom Catalogue The catalogue has been produced in partnership with the UK’s leading specialist cleanroom supplier Micronclean and brings together market-leading products at competitive prices to serve the needs of cleanroom facilities managers. Lee Jenkins, Supply Development Manager for SLS says “The driving forces for technological changes in cleanroom operation centre on saving time, lowering costs and reducing contamination risks. This is why...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd Announced as Preferred Public Sector Supplier

Nottingham-based Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has been confirmed as the single source distributor for the public sector Laboratory Consumables contract by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS).

Scientific LaboratoryUnder the contract, which SLS won ahead of two strong global competitor organisations, the company will manage the delivery of all consumable items to all participating public body organisations. The company expects to recruit a minimum of 5 internal staff and 4 external support staff as a direct result of the contract win. UK SBS is a key vehicle for meeting the challenge facing UK public services to increase efficiency...

 

  2014/15 Catalogue Now Available from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables is pleased to announce the launch of the new 2014/2015 laboratory Catalogue.

SLS Cover copyThe new SLS Catalogue offers a comprehensive selection of over 20,000 essential laboratory products, 3,100 of which are completely new. With over 1,200 pages, this catalogue is the scientist’s choice for all their laboratory requirements.




 

  International Scientists Gather in Nottingham

Over 70 scientists from 16 countries are due in Nottingham this week for the biennial Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference at the East Midlands Conference Centre on the University of Nottingham campus.

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This is the largest gathering of leading academic and commercial scientific experts in the city for several years, for what has become an occasion of real scientific value for leading manufacturers and for visiting international delegates. The three-day event is organised by Nottingham-based Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd, in association with the Royal Society of Chemistry and is further recognition of the city’s growing influence in the UK’s life sciences business sector....

 

  Vivienne Parry OBE to facilitate international Laboratory Show

Nottingham, UK: 14 May 2014. The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference, East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham

VivienneParryWriter and broadcaster Vivienne Parry OBE will introduce and facilitate The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference to be held in Nottingham on 14 May this year. Hosted by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) and organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry, the biennial event is expected to draw over 1,000 UK and overseas delegates interested in laboratory technology, logistics, safety, project management and commercialisation....

 

  MediCity Director to speak on Technology to Market at international laboratory show in May

The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference, East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham

David Browning Director of MediCity

Leading biomedical scientist and Director of MediCity David Browning is confirmed as headline speaker at The Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference to be held in Nottingham on 14 May this year. Hosted by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) and organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry, the biennial event is expected to draw over 1,000 UK and overseas delegates interested in laboratory technology, logistics, safety, project management and commercialisation....

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies donates to Honduras charity

Scientific Laboratory Supplies donated over £3,000 worth of science equipment to the Children of Honduras Trust.

Andy Kingston SLS Warehouse Manager with Jennifer Cox founder of the Children of Honduras Trust

Nottingham-based Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has donated over £3,000 worth of science equipment to the Children of Honduras Trust. Warehouse Manager Andrew Kingston arranged the delivery of three SLS pallets to the charity’s collection depot in West Hallam, Derbyshire in December. This activity is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting charitable causes of interest to staff....

 

  Speedy Breedy Respirometer Now Available From Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables is pleased to announce its new partnership with Bactest for the Speedy Breedy portable respirometer.

Speedy BreedyThe Speedy Breedy is an easy to use, compact, portable, precision respirometer and detector of microbial activity that has been designed for both industrial applications and research. Speedy Breedy addresses a core market need: to detect the presence and behaviour of microbes in a variety of sample types and applications, quickly, portably and without the need for expensive equipment and specialist people. For product safety, Speedy Breedy enables the rapid detection of microbial contamination without the need to send samples to a lab for testing. It can be used in-situ, even on the production floor, and also provides an audit trail of measurements over time...

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies opens new high-tech cold storage facility in Nottingham

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables has recently invested in temperature-controlled storage facilities at its main site on the Wilford Industrial Estate in Nottingham.

Peter Lister, Operations Director with Andy Kingston, Warehouse Manager

An investment of £15,000 in the 40 square metre high-tech storage facility has been designed to accommodate the new Lonza laboratory range which requires cell culture media products to be stored at +4C. Earlier this year, Lonza appointed Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as the sole distributor for its BioWhittaker™ cell biology media and serum product lines in the United Kingdom. The new facility allows SLS to respond quickly to requests from laboratories anywhere in the UK....

 

  Save the Date!

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On Wednesday 14th May 2014, we are hosting our fourth Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference at the East Midlands Conference Centre, University of Nottingham and we would like to invite you to be part of this great event!

Once again our conference will be organised and presented by the Royal Society of Chemistry with a focus on current topical scientific affairs. Exciting news about the RSC conference will follow in the coming weeks including information on high profile speakers and interactive workshops....

 

  INTEGRA Biosciences Invests In UK Market

INTEGRA Biosciences has announced, as of August 1st 2013, a direct sales / support team in the UK to further improve support of its local customer base.

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The new team will work closely with local distributor Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) to market and provide top quality local support for the company’s innovative laboratory tools for liquid handling and media preparation. Torbjörn Gripp, Direct of Sales for INTEGRA commented "Encouraged by our success in the US market our decision to enter into the UK market with own local sales team was simply a logical step to move the business forward”. He added "In the UK - INTEGRA is already well known for quality products like PIPETBOY serological pipettes and VACUSAFE aspiration systems. With the expanded resource we will intensify our efforts on introducing innovative award winning products such as the VOYAGER Space Adjustable Pipette and the VIAFLO 96 Channel Pipette to the UK"...

 

  A New and Exciting Development from Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd., the UK’s largest independent supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables, announce their new and exciting development - SLS Life Science

SLS Life ScienceSLS Life Science has been developed to better serve the needs of Life Science researchers, offering access to in-house and field-based expertise across a range of bioscience disciplines and specialisms, as well as extensive information on a substantial range of products from market leading brands....

 

  New Service Centre for Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are pleased to launch their new Service Centre for Laboratory Equipment, based at its Nottingham Distribution Centre

SLS Service CentreOffering a nationwide service with fully trained and authorised service engineers covering many laboratory equipment products, SLS’ aim is to provide a flexible service through a variety of packages that meets the needs of customers...



 

  New and Exciting Distribution Agreement Between SLS and Roche

In order to better serve customers in the transfection market, Roche has decided to enter into an agreement with Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited (SLS Ltd.) for the distribution of the Roche Applied Science X-tremeGENE transfection reagents including the X-tremeGENE 9 and X-tremeGENE HP

Scientific Laboratory Supplies LtdSLS is a leading supplier of scientific equipment, chemicals and consumables and has a major presence nationally. Its broad network of representatives will be able to visit Roche customers regularly about X-tremeGENE products, providing a higher level of service pre and post sales than we are currently able.

 

  Scientific Laboratory Supplies "Doing what it says on the van" 

theresa-vanWhenever innovations designed around customer needs are mentioned, only one name, Scientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd, consistently tops the list. An unrivalled record of tailored solutions to specific market demands continues to set us aside from our everyday competition.A recent initiative introduced the new role of "Key Account Manager", taking the personal service offered by the customer's office-based Sales Co-ordinator onto the road...

 

  Thermo Scientific Finnpipette Digital Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), in conjunction with Thermo Fisher Scientific, are pleased to announce that Finnpipette Digital is back! Re-launched to reflect market demand and available through SLS.

Finnpipette DigitalFinnpipette Digital offers 10 single channel and 7 multichannel models, with the following key features and benefits:
  • Light weight and with an ergonomic design
  • Soft-touch tip ejection for ease of use 
  • Patented super blow-out system for quality results in micro volume applications 
  • Fully autoclavable 
  • 5 year warranty with web registration

 

  Successful 2012 Scientific Laboratory Show Wednesday 16th May saw members of the scientific community from home and abroad assemble in record numbers in Nottingham for the third Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference.

Scientific Laboratory Show and ConferenceThe event presented by Scientific Laboratory Supplies, Sigma Aldrich and The Royal Society of Chemistry, continues to provide a showcase for industry leaders in manufacturing, media and e-commerce to discuss products and trends with delegates representing all levels of our business from bench top to procurement executive...

 

  New Catalogue for Scientific Laboratory Supplies The new Scientific Laboratory Supplies catalogueLaunched at the Scientific Laboratory Show on the 16th May, the new Scientific Laboratory Supplies catalogue coincides with the celebration of their 21st Birthday. Whilst the company has come of age, the catalogue has grown too! With a new look, new features and new, market leading suppliers, the 20,000 items listed cover the vast majority of products that scientists and researchers need on a day to day basis...

 

  SLS collaborates with the Telegraph Business Club to produce a business video Scientific Laboratory Supplies LtdThe Telegraph Business Club, a website that produces articles, reports and case studies to support entrepreneurs, owner-managers and dynamic professionals, identified Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as a company that would be of interest to others as part of their case study programme. TRACC films, on behalf of the Telegraph, approached SLS with a view to producing a 6 minute video that considered SLS as a business, how it differentiated itself from its competitors, focussed on the needs of customers and delivered consistent growth in a challenging market...

 

  SLS bringing B BuchiScientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) are pleased to announce a new business venture with Swiss manufacturer Büchi. Enjoying an enviable position in a number of markets including rotary evaporation and food analysis, Büchi have chosen to partner with SLS as a new UK distributor...

 

  Made in Britain programme from SLS SLS made-in-britainScientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), the only UK-owned independent supplier of laboratory supplies and chemicals that operates on a national basis, has just recently launched a programme to flag British manufactured products with its suppliers with a view to identifying them in the next catalogue and on its website...

 

  Gilson Launches Pipetman Lifetime Warranty The Gilson Lifetime Warranty programme Gilson has launched a lifetime warranty for Pipetman® pipettes in the UK, which guarantees its products will continue providing precise pipetting solutions for many years, even for the entire career of the user. This comes after several reports of Gilson Pipetman® pipettes still in service after 40 plus years...

 

  Whirl-Pak bags and Moldex safety products now available from SLS AIR series of disposable face masksAs the UK's largest independent laboratory supplier, SLS are very pleased to announce that customers can now buy Whirl-Pak® bags and Moldex safety products from us. Manufactured by Nasco who have a world renowned reputation for quality, Whirl-Pak bags are made from linear low density and low density virgin polyethylene which ensures a very clear film with high strength. Ideal for sample applications, Whirl-Pak® bags feature patented puncture proof tabs for ease of closure and are post manufacture sterilised for absolute product confidence - lot numbers on cartons provide traceability to official sterility documentation...

 

  Gilson PIPETMAN G now available through SLS Gilson PIPETMAN® G  now available through SLSNow available through SLS and a new addition to the PIPETMAN® range is PIPETMAN® G which offers the lowest pipetting forces in the market. Unlike the other manual pipettors in the PIPETMAN® range which utilise a dry-seal piston, Pipetman G incorporates a completely redesigned and lubricated piston system. This has resulted in pipetting forces being reduced by upto 50% vs PIPETMAN® Neo whilst maintaining Gilson's reputation for robustness...

 

  SLS receive Environment Index Scientific Laboratory SuppliesBusiness in the Community (BiTC) - Yorkshire and Humber has recognised Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as a ‘High scoring new entrant' in the 2011 Environment Index, as a result of their focussed approach to environmental management and performance. SLS, established in 1991, have also been accredited with a Bronze award for achieving a 75% index score; well above the 48% average achieved by 2011's other new entrants...

 

  Scientific Lab Supplies launches the INTEGRA VIAFLO 96 well electronic pipettor INTEGRA VIAFLO 96 well electronic pipettorExclusively available through SLS, the INTEGRA VIAFLO 96 introduces a totally new concept in 96 channel pipetting which is affordable and simple to use. Providing a full range of pipetting modes including repeat dispense, sample dilute, serial dilution and the ability to programme with customized step-based programmes, it renders 96 and 384 well parallel pipetting as easy as manual single channel pipetting...

 

  SLS partner with Kinesis Ltd to provide pipette servicing SLS partner with Kinesis Ltd to provide pipette servicingNottingham based Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) has teamed up with leading pipette calibration and repair specialists, Kinesis Ltd. The new partnership means SLS customers now benefit from a comprehensive service that covers the whole pipettor lifecycle from supply to servicing...

 

  Gilson announce Seal of Assurance for UK Customers Gilson UKGilson has today launched a new stamp of approval for its official sales and support centres within the UK by introducing the ‘Gilson Seal of Assurance' scheme. The Gilson Seal of Assurance confirms customers will receive the true Gilson experience, support and commitment that they expect from the leading manual liquid handling manufacturers. All products are guaranteed to be genuine, sourced directly from Gilson and fully supported by the manufacturer's warranty and technical expertise...

 

  SLS announced as approved supplier for OBN network Scientific Laboratory SuppliesScientific Laboratory Supplies Ltd (SLS) announces its Preferred Supplier Status with the OBN Purchasing Scheme. SLS are one of two suppliers appointed with exclusive coverage on several key brands including Becton Dickinson, Gilson and Nalge. The multi-million pound two year contract means that medtech and biotech companies, who are members of OBN, benefit from great savings off list prices for laboratory supplies. The collaboration will provide the broadest range of competitively priced laboratory supplies of any other purchasing consortium within the UK...

 

  Industry leading SLS achieves ISO 14001 accreditation Scientific Laboratory SuppliesSince September 2010, Nottingham based SLS (Scientific Laboratory Supplies) has been accredited with the internationally recognised Environmental Standard ISO 14001:2004. SLS is a leading supplier of laboratory products to industry, universities, research organisations and hospitals. Since the beginning of 2008 SLS has been working to achieve ISO accreditation through demonstrating their commitment to reducing their environmental impact.

 

  SLS celebrate IKA centenary with new Best Value range September 2010 SLS LogoNottingham based supplier, SLS, are adding the IKA Best Value range to its portfolio as of September 2010. IKA introduced the offer as part of its 100 year anniversary in July. The range comprises of shakers, hot plates, overhead stirrers and homogenisers and offers up to 47% discount on previous list prices.

 

  Hull City Announce Scientific Laboratory Supplies As Shorts Sponsor Hull City AFC is delighted to announce a new sponsorship agreement with Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), which sees them become the official shorts sponsor for the 2010/11 season.

 

  SLS now exclusive UK distributor for neodisher washing machine detergents Nottingham based company, Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), announce exclusive distribution rights of neodisher laboratory and scientific cleaning agents as of 1st August 2010. Dr Weigert (UK) Ltd, a subsidiary of Dr Weigert GmbH, chose to collaborate with SLS as they already have an established brand, as well as highly regarded sales and logistics solutions.

 

  2010 Scientific Laboratory Show is a resounding success Thursday 10 June 2010 saw records broken when over 600 members of the Scientific Community from home and abroad attended the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham.

 

  Join us for THE Scientific Industry Event of 2010 The 2010 Scientific Laboratory Show has arrived! On the 10th June, hundreds of industry leaders and professionals will gather to view the latest techniques, hands on product demonstrations and share best practise for the laboratory. You can be one of them. The 2008 show featured new products and innovations and attracted a unique cross section of industry visitors, exhibitors and conference delegates. This year's event offers even more.

 

  Join us for THE Scientific Industry Event of 2010 As the industry evolves, keeping up-to-date with current and future techniques and trends can be a constant challenge. That's why we're bringing you the 2010 Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference.

 

  GILSON ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERS IN THE UK AND EIRE GILSON S.A.S. manufacturer of the PIPETMAN® and MICROMAN®product lines is delighted to announce the appointment of new UK distributors in addition to establishing a new UK accredited service facility for UK customers. With effect from 1st January 2010, Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) is now the official distributor for these leading brands which include PIPETMAN pipettes and related tips.

 

  SLS Announce New Gilson Agency for Manual Liquid Handling Products As of January 1st, Gilson have appointed Scientific Laboratory Supplies as distributor for their specialist manual liquid handling products in the UK. Gilson has been the UK's favourite manufacturer of pipettes for over 30 years and are committed to providing the highest quality unique products. This new partnership aims to maximise efficiency and improve customer support throughout the supply chain.

 

 

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