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Sound Science - The REAGECON Newsletter
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In this issue:
Foresight – John Barron, MD, REAGECON
Since the early to late 1990s, the laboratory market has been in the midst of a revolutionary transformation. Prior to that period, analytical scientists were very preoccupied with new technological developments, product quality and discrepancies in quality and functionality between products from different suppliers that purported to perform the same task.
Although quality and technology still matters, the gap between different products and technologies from different locations throughout the world has narrowed and now there is a major shift in thinking and requirements of scientists towards service excellence, outstanding customer care, supply chain excellence and waste disposal.
More specifically, customers now demand that their suppliers can offer calibration, qualification, service, bundling and training in addition to being a complete one stop shop for a vast range of scientific apparatus and consumables. The challenge facing all suppliers of laboratory apparatus is to re-skill, up-skill and hire scientists and engineers that can meet these ever changing demands. In a series of articles to be published in coming issues of this newsletter, we will examine each of these areas on an individual basis and try to explore how suppliers can fulfil the requirements of the scientist of today.
John J Barron
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REAGECON Opens New Lean Manufacturing Laboratory
In May 2007, REAGECON opened a new manufacturing laboratory in its Shannon-based plant. Through its study and application of LEAN THINKING principles, the company has completely re-designed its batch-production of chemical standards (in which it is a world leader), and which are supplied to the Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Life Sciences, Clinical and Education Sectors globally. The project plan forecasts an increase in production of up to 50% to meet Market Demand and the Customer Service Level Agreements it provides for “on time and in full” delivery. The laboratory was opened by Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley.
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REAGECON’S New Lean Manufacturing Laboratory
The Ergonomics of Microscopy
REAGECON is pleased to announce that it has become a Distributor for the Vision Biomed range of Microscopes to the laboratory sector in Ireland.
Vision Biomed has been manufacturing ergonomically optimised microscopes since 1958 using advanced patented technology. They provide the operator with the ability to carry out procedures comfortably, leading to increased productivity and offer fatigue-free viewing with superb hand/eye co-ordination for improved quality.
To this end, they fit perfectly into REAGECON’s product range which is based on its passion for Sound Science and Good Laboratory Practice.
If you would like more information or a demonstration of Vision Biomed the range of microscopes, please visit http://www.reagecon.com/cat_vision.shtml, email us at mailto:sales@reagecon.ie, or phone 061 472622
The Vision Biomed portfolio of patented optical systems includes a wide range of instruments:
| - Stereo Optical Inspection Systems | | | | - Low Magnification Stereo Viewers | | | - Routine Laboratory Microscopes | | Together with a range of accessories including:
- Optical accessories
- Photographic accessories (VisionCam 1300 digital camera for digital microscopic imaging)
- Archiving Systems - Vision ArchiVE:
- Compares live images with archived images
- Allows for observation of subject over a longer period of time e.g. crystal growth over days in crystallography
- Network options between lab and pathologist
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The Vision Biomed Range allows the operator to wear prescriptive spectacles without any loss of clarity, colour or perspective.  | Vision’s “Expanded Pupil” technology reduces eyestrain by diminishing the work load of the cillary muscles in the eye by removing the need to precisely align one’s eyes with ‘restrictive’ eyepieces.
The advanced range of microscopes by Vision Biomed, allows the operator to wear safety goggles or prescriptive spectacles without any loss of clarity, colour or perspective.
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Feature – ISIS Eyepiece
In this issue we are featuring the ISIS microscope eyepiece which is a patented 'Expanded-Pupil' eyepiece designed to replace the conventional eyepieces of well known, other brand instruments. ISIS, is an ergonomic alternative to conventional eyepieces and can be retrofitted to a broad range of microscopes, with installation and set up taking only a few seconds.
|  | | - Fits most brands of conventional binocular microscopes | | | - Optimises operator performance by increasing eye-relief and freedom of head movement | | | - Enables wearing of prescription spectacles | | | - Eliminates direct contact with the eyepieces | | | - Removes optical the disturbances known as mouches volantes (floaters) | | | - Increased operator comfort - reduced fatigue | |
ISIS increases radial and axial head freedom by at least 8 times that of conventional eyepieces and greatly improves the visibility of optical information across the entire field. A unique eye distance of 38mm allows glasses to be worn in complete comfort, with common weaknesses (long and short sight astigmatism) no longer affecting user efficiency. Throughput and accuracy are enhanced, despite prolonged periods of use. Microscope users' comfort and efficiency can be considerably increased by simply fitting ISIS eyepieces at a cost far less than replacing the entire instrument.  Download the ISIS Eyepiece Brochure HereAn optimal eye distance of 38mm allows for prescription eyeglasses to be worn in complete comfort.  If you would like a demonstration of the ISIS Microscope eyepiece on your existing routine microscopes, or more information on the range of microscopes, please visit http://www.reagecon.com/cat_vision.shtml or contact us on sales@reagecon.ieRefractometers – ATAGO June Offer – 10% offIn this issue we are featuring the ATAGO range of Digital, Pocket, Handheld and Bench-Top Refractometers for measuring the refractive index of liquids.  | >> Applications to suit all industries – Food, Drink, Education, Pharmaceutical, Chemicals and Clinical
>> Quality Products (Japanese Designed)
>> Extensive Product Range – Hand Held, Digital, Bench-Top and In-Line
>> Technologically Advance – Digital Hand Held Units to ±0.1% available
>> Brix and Refractive Index Scales provided
>> Program up to 60 User Scales |
ATAGO has been the leader in refractometer technology for over 67 years. The history of refractometers began with a basic model – a simple analogue instrument. Today, ATAGO refractometers are highly sophisticated due to the advancement of technology and the incorporation of high precision electronics. REAGECON is the exclusive distributor for the ATAGO range of products in Ireland and is able to offer special pricing on Refractometers and Polarimeters to our Customers. 10% off any ATAGO product purchased through June 2007.In addition to this special pricing, REAGECON is offering a further 10% off products purchased through June 2007. For a quotation including the June 10% discount offer, or to request a demonstration of any one of the ATAGO products please visit: http://www.reagecon.com/information.shtml
, email us at sales@reagecon.ie, or phone: 061 472622. The ATAGO Product Range:PAL SERIES -
Digital Hand-held “Pocket” Refractometers
Newly Designed digital palm-fitting instruments that are high in hygiene properties. | 
| MASTER SERIES –
Hand-held Refractometers
New hand-held refractometers that are easy-to-read, easy-to-hold, with new prism housing for fast and easy sample measurements and disposals. |  | PALETTE SERIES -
Compact Digital Refractometers
The ultimate compact instrument which is the result of years of proven reliable performance. | 
| Abbe Refractometers
Including multi-wavelength, digital, high temperature and precision models. | 
| RX-α Series
Automatic Digital Refractometers
The RX-α series are durable and very easy to operate. Measurements in Refractive Index and Brix(%) are possible. | 
| SMART 1 - Automatic Refractometer
An automatic refractometer that can measure a wide-range of samples. E.g. low concentrations such as soup, medium concentrations such as sauce or ketchup and high concentrations such as jam, marmalade or honey. | 
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Feature: PAL 3 Digital Hand Held Pocket Refractometer
The PAL-3's accuracy has now been upgraded from ±0.2% to ±0.1%
The PAL-3 has been designed with a full Range (Brix 0.0 to 93.0%), and works perfectly for measuring almost any sample.
| The PAL 3 is surprisingly compact in size, allowing for portability and use indoors and outdoors. Weighing only 100g, the PAL can be placed in a pocked or can be hung from your neck with a lanyard or carried in a case clipped to the belt. | | The PAL 3 is water-resistant (IP65). Samples can be rinsed off the sample stage with running water. The design allows for easy wiping off of the sample. | | No need for standard liquid for calibration (tap water / distilled water for Zero Set. | | The PAL 3 can measure high temperature samples during the heating or cooking process (The measured Brix value will stabilize after taking a few repeated measurements). | | Equipped with new technology “External Light Interference” (ELI), enables accurate measurements to be taken with ease and confidence near a window or outside. |
REAGECON Hosts Clinical Sector Seminar with Marie Cassidy
REAGECON’s first seminar of 2007 – Clinical Laboratories and Sound Science - took place in Dublin in March. The event hosted delegates from the Clinical and Education Sectors Nationwide and was supported by Cellpath, Cancer Diagnostics and Vision Biomed. The speaker line up included Vision Biomed, Margaret Briscoe, Quality Manager of the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, and Prof. Marie Cassidy, State Pathologist.
 
Good Laboratory Practice Information Sessions
REAGECON Technical Services Department has developed a number of Customer Information Sessions that can be delivered on-site, at your premises, complimentary. These include, amongst others:
Calibration – Why Bother- What is Calibration?
- Why Bother Calibrating?
- Calibration Terminology
- Defining Calibration Needs
- Calibration Process
- Calibration Myths
- Advantages of Calibration
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Health and Safety in the Laboratory- Safety Considerations in General Laboratory Management
- Hazards and hazardous materials
- Minimizing Risk with Effective Waste Disposal
- Certification, Packaging and Labelling
- Good Laboratory Design
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To organise a Customer Information Session at your company’s premises, please contact your Account Manager, email: seminars@reagecon.ie, or call Susanne Whiteman on 061 472622 EXT: 635
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