16th Jan 2025
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When conducting LC and GC analysis, it’s essential to have a suitable container for storing and transporting your samples before injection. Chromatography vials are the most commonly used vessels, ava
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16th Jan 2025
How to Check for Leaks in a GC System
Maintaining a leak-free GC or GC/MS system is essential for obtaining reliable, reproducible, and accurate results. Even minor leaks can affect chromatography by reducing sensitivity, contaminating sa
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9th Jan 2025
One Simple Step to Conserve Helium
As many in the GC industry know, the helium shortage remains a significant issue. A few weeks ago, we published a blog discussing alternative carrier gases. However, we understand that switching to hy
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9th Jan 2025
Do You Really Need Helium as Your Carrier Gas?
The unpredictable helium supply can pose challenges for chromatographers. Due to ongoing helium shortages, some laboratories are receiving only 50% of their usual supply. Chrom Tech offers alternative
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6th Jan 2025
True Crime and Chromatography
Mystery has always captivated people, and in recent years, true crime series—whether podcasts, TV shows, or books—have surged in popularity. These chilling, often gruesome tragedies have turned into a
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6th Jan 2025
Reduce Instrument Downtime with Sample Preparation
Minimizing downtime in the laboratory not only saves valuable time but also reduces the costs associated with getting instruments back in operation. A simple way to reduce HPLC downtime is by extendin
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20th Dec 2024
ASK BEN | 4 Simple Steps to Find the Right GC Liner
We frequently receive questions about GC liners, particularly regarding which liner is best suited for a specific application. Selecting the right GC inlet liner is essential for proper sample analysi
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10th Dec 2024
Using Hydrogen as a Carrier Gas for Gas Chromatography
Hydrogen as a Carrier Gas?Hydrogen is gaining popularity as a carrier gas in the GC field. In this blog, we will explore the reasons why an increasing number of laboratories are making the switch to h
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4th Dec 2024
The Role of Chromatography in Cannabis Testing
Cannabis use in the U.S. is expanding rapidly as more states legalize its consumption. With this growth, mandatory testing has become required in many states to ensure consumer safety. The Farm Bill a
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3rd Dec 2024
Environmental Applications of Chromatography
One of the most pressing concerns in today’s world is the state of our environment. Our planet faces numerous challenges, including climate change, deforestation, and ozone depletion. However, one of
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27th Nov 2024
Analysis of Terpenes in Cannabis Using Agilent HSS-GC-MSD with FID
Cannabis products have been promoted as natural remedies, giving rise to a wide range of CBD oils, creams, pills, and gummies available in stores and online marketplaces across the U.S. If you’ve ever
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10th Jun 2024
Five Ways to Reduce Costs in Your Chromatography Workflow
How You Can Save Money in Your Chromatography Laboratory
Chromatography is a powerful analytical technique, but costs can add up quickly. Lab managers are regularly challenged to keep costs to a min
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27th Mar 2024
Are Your Autosampler Vials Compromising Your Results?
Exploring the Impact of Vial Quality on HPLC and GC Performance
In the
world of chromatography, choosing the appropriate instrumentation and
accessories is essential for achieving accurate and rel
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15th Aug 2023
How to Save Money and Increase Accuracy on Sample Prep
Laboratories can instantly increase throughput and improve
their sample preparation accuracy with automation, but generally automation is
only common in high throughput laboratories. But, what if th
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