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🎤Alex BrodyIn this episode of Concentrating on Chromatography, we sit down with Alex Brody, an organic chemist at Aqua America, to discuss the rigorous analytical methods required for regulated drinking water testing.Alex walks us through the multi-step PFAS detection process using EPA Method 537.1, including extraction, nitrogen blowdown concentration, and LC-MS analysis. He explains why sample preparation and quality control are critical for achieving trace-level detection—and why these methods can't be rushed or simplified, even with new technologies available.We also explore taste and odor investigations, disinfection byproducts, and volatile organic compounds, plus the surprising reality of why regulated labs move slowly when adopting new instrumentation. You'll learn about the quality control checkpoints, peer review processes, and the misconceptions surrounding analytical turnaround times in compliance labs.<h5>Topics Covered:</h5><ul><li>Role of organic chemistry in regulated drinking water labs</li><li>EPA compliance requirements and regulatory bodies (EPA, PA-DEP)</li><li>PFAS detection using Method 537.1 and LC-MS</li><li>The critical importance of nitrogen blowdown sample concentration</li><li>Taste and odor analysis: MIB, Geosmin, and unknown compound identification</li><li>Why regulated methods evolve slowly (validation timelines, approval processes)</li><li>Quality control procedures: calibration checks, matrix spikes, surrogate standards, internal standards</li><li>Automated sample preparation and lab efficiency</li><li>Future PFAS regulations and Method 533 expansion</li></ul><h5>Ideal For:</h5><ul><li>Analytical chemists and environmental lab professionals</li><li>Water utilities and compliance officers</li><li>Chromatography practitioners interested in regulated workflows</li><li>Anyone curious about how drinking water safety is ensured</li></ul><h2>Video Transcription</h2><h3>Ensuring Safe Drinking Water Through Advanced Analytical Chemistry</h3><h4>Insights from a Regulated Water Testing Laboratory</h4>Analytical laboratories responsible for regulated drinking water testing operate under strict compliance frameworks to ensure the delivery of safe and reliable water supplies. In this interview, Alex, an organic chemist at Aqua America, outlines the scope of analytical work conducted in a modern water quality laboratory. The team primarily focuses on the determination of taste- and odor-causing compounds, disinfection byproducts, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These analyses rely heavily on GC-MS and LC-MS instrumentation, supported by rigorous maintenance programs to ensure continuous operational performance and data reliability.<h4>Regulatory Compliance and Quality Control in Drinking Water Analysis</h4>Operating as a regulated drinking water laboratory requires adherence to stringent requirements established by agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level regulatory bodies. Compliance is driven by extensive quality control protocols integrated into every analytical batch. Typical workflows include calibration verification, matrix spike recovery assessments, internal standard monitoring, and surrogate performance checks. Notably, analytical batches are often limited in sample number to accommodate a substantial proportion of quality control samples, reflecting the critical importance of data defensibility in regulatory reporting.One common misconception is the perceived speed at which results can be delivered. In reality, comprehensive sample preparation, including extraction procedures and validation steps, can extend turnaround times to a full working day or longer. Additionally, validated regulatory workflows impose limitations on the rapid adoption of new analytical technologies, as method modifications must undergo formal evaluation and approval before implementation.<h4>Analytical Strategies for Taste and Odor Investigations</h4>Taste and odor events represent a significant operational challenge for water utilities. Standard targeted methods are routinely applied for compounds such as 2-methylisoborneol (MIB) and geosmin, which are commonly associated with earthy or musty sensory characteristics. When targeted analysis does not reveal the source, laboratories employ broad-scan GC-MS screening combined with spectral library interpretation to identify potential causative compounds. In some cases, sensory evaluation panels complement instrumental analysis, providing preliminary insight into potential treatment-related or environmental influences affecting water quality.<h4>PFAS Monitoring: Methodological Complexity and Trace-Level Sensitivity</h4>PFAS determination represents a rapidly evolving priority in drinking water monitoring. The laboratory currently applies EPA Method 537.1, with efforts underway to expand capabilities through certification for Method 533, thereby broadening analyte coverage. Analytical workflows typically involve solid-phase extraction followed by solvent evaporation using nitrogen-assisted blow-down techniques to achieve the trace-level sensitivity required for regulatory compliance. This concentration step is essential because PFAS compounds remain non-volatile under controlled evaporation conditions, enabling enhanced detection performance upon reconstitution and LC-MS analysis.<h4>Future Directions in Drinking Water Analytics</h4>Looking ahead, the primary technological driver in regulated water analysis is the demand for increasingly lower detection limits and expanded compound coverage. While regulatory frameworks can slow methodological innovation, laboratories continue to pursue efficiency improvements, such as automated sample preparation systems and optimized analytical workflows. These advances support the growing need to process high sample volumes while maintaining the stringent data quality standards required for public health protection.Ultimately, the work performed in regulated drinking water laboratories represents a critical intersection of analytical chemistry, environmental monitoring, and public safety. Continuous methodological refinement, coupled with advances in mass spectrometry and sample preparation technologies, will play a central role in addressing emerging contaminants and ensuring long-term water quality assurance.<blockquote>This text has been automatically transcribed from a video presentation using AI technology. It may contain inaccuracies and is not guaranteed to be 100% correct.</blockquote><blockquote><h4>Concentrating on Chromatography Podcast</h4>Dive into the frontiers of chromatography, mass spectrometry, and sample preparation with host David Oliva. 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Anna Vanluchene&nbsp;from UCT Prague’s&nbsp;Department of Chemical Engineering has received a&nbsp;prestigious start-up grant from the Dagmar Procházková Fund. However, she did not receive funding right away. In this interview, she describes how she developed ten versions of her&nbsp;Illuminating Flow&nbsp;project idea (combining photocatalysis with flow reactors for pharmaceutical synthesis). She explains why she considers perseverance to be crucial when applying for grants, how international experience has influenced her approach to team management, and how her research can reduce the chemical industry’s&nbsp;dependence on fossil fuels and imports from China.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_2_5b7d63b8e9.jpg" alt="VŠCHT Prague/Tomáš Balický: I waited two years for a start-up grant and wrote ten versions of my project idea" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_2_5b7d63b8e9.jpg 127w," sizes="100vw" width="1128" height="1387"><h5>What did the Dagmar Procházková Fund grant mean to you?</h5>I&nbsp;consider it to be a&nbsp;great success. It is the first injection of funding that will allow me to ensure full independence for my research endeavour, to start my own research group, and to fund students so I&nbsp;can get started properly.<h5>What have been your previous experiences with grants?</h5>During my doctorate, a cotutelle (international doctorate under dual supervision), I&nbsp;was funded by a&nbsp;grant from the French government. Then I&nbsp;worked at the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic (CAS) and received a&nbsp;Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship to go abroad. The idea for my now-funded project was developed about two years ago and, since then, I&nbsp;have gradually developed and adapted the idea for various grant calls. I&nbsp;submitted about ten different versions of the proposal. I&nbsp;did not receive a&nbsp;grant from the Dagmar Procházková Fund last year, but this year, my application was successful.<h5>This probably requires a&nbsp;great deal of patience and perseverance.</h5>Certainly, because the success rates for most grants have been declining for some time. But as a&nbsp;motivational example, I&nbsp;will tell the story of Timothy Noel, a&nbsp;Belgian professor of chemistry living in the Netherlands. He applied for the prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grant, which is among the most sought-after in Europe, seven times. But no failure deterred him and eventually he succeeded and opened the door to potentially massive grant funding. He was already one of the world’s&nbsp;top scientists in the field at that time and openly described his journey on his blog <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.noelresearchgroup.com/2022/03/17/my-personal-story-to-obtain-an-erc-grant-7-submissions-4-interviews-and-6-heartbreaks/">blog</a>.<h5>What advice does this convey to other grant applicants and early career researchers?</h5>Start early, read a&nbsp;lot, don’t&nbsp;give up, and—most importantly—apply repeatedly. Learn from rejections and overcome possible frustration from failures. Read blogs and books by successful people, where you will find not only the glorious results of their work, but also the hardships they faced over their entire journeys. Of course, building your team and laboratory is impossible without finances. I&nbsp;myself still hope that I&nbsp;will be able to receive even bigger grants in the future.<h5>How has your international experience influenced your scientific approach?</h5>A&nbsp;lot and on several levels. Different laboratories teach you how to do&nbsp;things differently. You gain varied experience about how different institutions function. You see other people’s&nbsp;positive motivations, their ability to be ambitious without negativity, their involvement in institutional matters, their openness to cooperation with companies (e.g., tech transfers, spin-offs). The most important thing is to broaden your horizons. I&nbsp;see going abroad as a&nbsp;necessity. What I&nbsp;have taken away the most is drive, great support, and the idea that scientific output is not just about metrics, but also about dedication to one’s&nbsp;topic.<h5>What is your Illuminating Flow: Transport Phenomena in Photocatalysis about, in layperson’s&nbsp;terms, and how is it unique?</h5>Most of today’s&nbsp;chemical industry is still based on thermal processes and fossil fuels. Photochemistry enables electrification, where the energy source is photons delivered by LEDs, which can generate electricity from renewable sources. Current research focuses mainly on chemical reactions and their mechanisms, but as a&nbsp;chemical engineer, I&nbsp;focus on designing processes and reactors suitable for industrial use. In batch reactors, light fades rapidly with distance from a&nbsp;source, so much of a&nbsp;reaction mixture is not illuminated. Flow reactors solve this problem, but they bring new challenges such as working with solid catalysts and subsequently scaling up production and achieving higher production rates of the desired chemicals at a&nbsp;given scale.One can imagine a&nbsp;transparent tube with a&nbsp;catalyst on the walls, upon which light shines and through which reactants flow. This project has a&nbsp;unique emphasis on engineering solutions and overall process efficiency.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_3_b978abf25c.jpg" alt="VŠCHT Prague/Tomáš Balický: I waited two years for a start-up grant and wrote ten versions of my project idea" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_3_b978abf25c.jpg 241w," sizes="100vw" width="1228" height="799"><h5>So, were you inspired by a&nbsp;gap in the market to connect photocatalysis with transport phenomena?</h5>Exactly. I&nbsp;combine my areas of expertise: microfluidics, photocatalytic degradation of organic substances (CAS), and synthesis (MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship). The idea itself is not new, and pharmaceutical companies are very interested in “greener” photochemistry, but in practice, there is often a&nbsp;lack of appropriate engineering solutions and apparatus for industrial use.<h5>What are the practical applications of your work and what substances are you focusing on?</h5>Mainly on pharmaceuticals and on the synthesis of so-called fine chemicals, which are often the building blocks for the production of pharmaceuticals. There is also a&nbsp;geopolitical dimension to this, i.e. less dependence on imports from China and sustainable synthesis in Europe where it makes economic sense.<h5>And what chemicals are you specifically talking about?</h5>For example, building blocks for advanced synthesis, compounds prepared by trifluoromethylation reactions, or products of oxidation reactions with singlet oxygen. At the same time, we focus on reactions that are, in the classical design process, less safe or technologically demanding, where new approaches, such as photochemistry in flow reactors, could be safer and have better process control. Of course, this is not a&nbsp;universal solution for all types of reactions.<h5>The goal of this project?</h5>I&nbsp;plan to start a&nbsp;fully functional laboratory and research team, create high-quality experimental data on selected molecules and based on them, try to build cooperation with industrial partners. Without data, it is impossible to come to companies with just an idea. Within three years, I&nbsp;would like to have results that can be realistically presented and further developed.<h5>What are the main challenges in transport phenomena during photocatalysis?</h5>The methodology for repeatability of experiments in photochemistry is relatively demanding and there are unforeseen obstacles in building apparatus. Also, the scale-up from microliters to a&nbsp;larger scale.<h5>What methodology will you use, and how big are the microreactors and their flow rates?</h5>I&nbsp;have two different directions in methodological design. The first direction involves microreactors the size of a&nbsp;laboratory slide. You make a&nbsp;structure using a&nbsp;laser, and then you have to cast it and make a&nbsp;microreactor. This allows you to quickly adjust the geometry of the reactor. This method is, of course, not applicable in the commercial setting, but it is ideal for studying transport phenomena and precise measurements.The second direction involves reactors that are flow cells. These are already larger, approximately 15 x 15 centimetres, and their flow rates are in the order of millilitres per hour. This is the initial scale that we will further increase during the project.<h5>There is a&nbsp;big difference between a&nbsp;flow rate of microlitres per hour and industrial needs. Will it not work differently in reality?</h5>Our research will focus on studying the phenomena themselves for now, and scaling will be addressed later. In addition, we will combine the experimental data obtained with computer simulations that will help design suitable conditions for a&nbsp;larger scale. For some high-value fine chemicals, these scales, combined with continuous operation or parallelization of reactors, may already be practically usable.<h5>What catalysts will you use and how will you attach them to the reactor walls?</h5>I&nbsp;am focusing on heterogeneous photocatalysis, and we will mainly use graphitic carbon nitride and its more advanced modifications. These are semiconductor materials that can be synthesized relatively easily and are suitable for immobilization on glass reactor walls. A&nbsp;key part of this project is the creation of a&nbsp;stable catalytic layer for long-term flow-through operations. To increase the contact of reactants with the catalyst, we will also consider multiphase modes, for example, gas bubbling, in order to disrupt the otherwise laminar flow.<h5>Why did you choose this field and the Department of Chemical Engineering?</h5>During my postdoc in Belgium, the department had an opening for an Assistant Professor position that caught my attention and I&nbsp;applied for it. I&nbsp;did my undergraduate, graduate, and initial doctoral studies here, and I&nbsp;love the department. I&nbsp;have a&nbsp;Bachelor’s&nbsp;degree in Chemistry.<h5>Are you collaborating with anyone?</h5>We collaborate with BUT Brno focusing on creating layers and immobilizing catalysts on glass, as well as with the Institute of Chemical Process Fundamentals of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic. And as for organic synthesis, we are connected with Ghent University via postdoc internships. At the same time, my colleague Viola Tokárová and I&nbsp;received a&nbsp;Czech Science Foundation grant in cooperation with BUT Brno and Masaryk University, with our part of the project focusing on the use of flow reactors for photochemical reactions and testing the antibacterial properties of photocatalytic materials. And I&nbsp;am writing other grant proposals in which I&nbsp;am trying to build new collaborations.<h5>What does the creation of an independent research group at UCT Prague look like?</h5>I&nbsp;started by renovating the premises that were assigned to me and gradually building my team. It is important for research work to have Ph.D. students; I&nbsp;have already hired one and we will recruit more. In addition to building the group, I&nbsp;will engage in securing further funding for the group, so I&nbsp;will be writing more grant proposals. It is important to think far enough in advance when it comes to prospective funding for a&nbsp;research group.<h5>What type of students are you looking for?</h5>The laboratory and team I&nbsp;are building will be very multidisciplinary, just like the area I&nbsp;am working on. That is why I&nbsp;am looking for students who are attracted to true multidisciplinary research, those who, for example, have knowledge of engineering, but who don’t&nbsp;mind a&nbsp;little bit of pure chemistry. One student in their own right does not have to (and cannot) know every subject, so I&nbsp;will ideally have a&nbsp;team consisting of different people with different research backgrounds. Motivated, DIY-type students who would rather enthusiastically build or invent something themselves than conduct repetitive measurements. Organic or analytical chemists will also find their place here. If this topic is interesting to students in any way, they can definitely contact me. I&nbsp;am also open to interdepartmental cooperation with other UCT Prague Faculties.<h5>How would you describe your path to photocatalysis/chemical engineering?</h5>Studying Chemistry as an undergrad gave me a&nbsp;broad perspective, but I&nbsp;was gradually narrowing my focus and eventually chose engineering. Chemical engineering intrigued me with its logic and was the easiest for me to grasp at the time. But I&nbsp;have always enjoyed working on projects more than the studies themselves. Even during my Bachelor studies, I&nbsp;really enjoyed and was interested in the Professor Štěpánek Group’s&nbsp;projects, where I&nbsp;was doing something completely different than I&nbsp;do&nbsp;now. I&nbsp;only got into photochemistry during my time at CAS and then, during my postdoctoral fellowship, I&nbsp;devoted myself to electrochemistry. My current focus is, thus, a&nbsp;natural interlinking of all these areas. Consequentially, I&nbsp;developed an awareness of the necessity to become independent and return to the department with my own, different research agenda, which, in my opinion, is an important and correct basis for establishing my own research group.<h5>What is the biggest challenge of this project for you?</h5>The transition from being a&nbsp;postdoc to a&nbsp;leadership position is a&nbsp;big change for me and I&nbsp;think it is not talked about enough. It means a&nbsp;shift from my own experimental work to leading a&nbsp;team, planning and delegating tasks, and motivating students. From a&nbsp;practical point of view, one of the main challenges is the transfer of reactions from the microscale to functional systems, the construction of reactors, the immobilization of catalysts, and generally confirming that this direction makes sense in the long term and that it has future potential.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_1_66ac267e06.jpg" alt="VŠCHT Prague/Tomáš Balický: I waited two years for a start-up grant and wrote ten versions of my project idea" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_VSCHT_Praha_Na_startovaci_grant_jsem_cekala_dva_roky_a_napsala_deset_verzi_projektu_1_66ac267e06.jpg 155w," sizes="100vw" width="830" height="839">

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Organomation RapidVap N2 Nitrogen Evaporator

The RapidVap N₂ nitrogen evaporator enables fast solvent evaporation using a controlled nitrogen stream. It combines dry block heating, vortex motion, and end-point detection for efficient sample concentration.

The RapidVap N₂ Evaporation Systems provide a fast, automated alternative to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/1904">Kuderna-Danish</a> and rotary evaporators, compatible with a wide range of aggressive chemicals. By directing a controlled stream of nitrogen or dry gas onto the sample surface, these systems reduce the partial pressure above the liquid to accelerate evaporation, with optional vortex motion and dry heat for further speed.&nbsp;The main block accommodates eight large samples up to 450 mL each, and an accessory block supports eight 170 mL tubes for solid phase extraction.&nbsp;The unique Cool-Zone block design slows evaporation after the end point, preventing samples from going completely dry and allowing time for solvent exchange or removal. Built-in alarms notify users when the process reaches the timed end point or approaches completion, enabling unattended operation.&nbsp;<ul><li>Dry Block: Dry heating system prevents potential contamination source</li><li>Increased Surface Area: Vortex motion increases surface area for faster evaporation</li><li>PTFE-Coated Chamber: Aluminum with PTFE coating for broad range of chemical compatibility</li><li>End-Point Detection: Signal completion of run allows samples to be left unattended while drying to desired end point</li></ul>In partnership with Labconco.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Organomation_Rapid_Vap_N2_Nitrogen_Evaporator_2_eb75d729d4.jpg" alt="Organomation RapidVap N2 Nitrogen Evaporator " srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Organomation_Rapid_Vap_N2_Nitrogen_Evaporator_2_eb75d729d4.jpg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="1152" height="764"><h3>STANDARD FEATURES</h3><ul><li>Dry block heating system prevents adding potential contamination source</li><li>Vortex action, heat, and vacuum combine to accelerate evaporation</li><li>PTFE-coated chamber for broad range of chemical compatibility</li><li>Microprocessor-controlled vortex motion increases surface area for faster evaporation</li><li>Signal completion of run allows samples to be left unattended while evaporation to desired end point</li><li>Microprocessor-controlled nitrogen blow down manifold to facilitate liquid to gas phase change</li></ul><h3>REQUIREMENTS (not included):</h3><ul><li>Glassware</li><li>Nitrogen source with flow rate of 0.6 CFM/17 LPM minimu</li><li>Gas pressure regulator</li></ul><h3>OPTIONS</h3><ul><li>RS-232 Link for two-way communication (Cat# LC-7910010)</li></ul><h3>SPECIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Instrument: RapidVap N2</li><li>Instrument Catalog Number: LC-7910000</li><li>Bath Type: Dry aluminum blocks</li><li>Number of Sample Positions: Up to 8</li><li>Dimensions (w x d x h): 21.7 x 19.0 x 13.5 in</li><li>Weight: Net: 99 lbs. (45 kg)</li><li>Weight: Gross: 107 lbs. (49 kg)</li><li>Sample Layout: Circular</li><li>Lid Material: Glass</li><li>Pressure Regulator: 0–20 psi</li><li>Temperature Range: 0–100 °C</li><li>Warranty: 1 year</li><li>Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60 Hz</li><li>Vortex Motion: Up to 500 RPM</li></ul><h5>Nitrogen Requirements</h5><ul><li>Flow Rate: 0.6 CFM / 17 LPM minimum</li><li>Pressure: 5–10 psi</li></ul><h3>ACCESSORIES</h3><ul><li>PTFE-coated aluminum blocks</li><li>Borosilicate glass tubes</li><li>600 mL tubes with stems</li><li>170 mL tubes with stems</li><li>Flat bottom tubes</li><li>Eight-place stainless steel racks</li><li>Glassware caps</li></ul>

Organomation RapidVap N2/48 Nitrogen Evaporator

The RapidVap N₂/48 Nitrogen Evaporation System rapidly concentrates up to 48 samples using nitrogen blowdown, vortex motion, and dry block heating without the need for water baths.

The RapidVap N₂/48 Evaporation System combines nitrogen blowdown, vortex motion, and controlled heat to accelerate evaporation of up to 48 small samples or eight 450 mL samples simultaneously. A stream of nitrogen or dry gas reduces the partial pressure over the liquid, speeding solvent removal, while microprocessor-controlled vortex motion increases surface area and continuously mixes samples for maximum recovery.&nbsp;Nitrogen delivery can be applied to 2, 4, 6, or all 8 clusters of six ports, conserving gas when processing fewer samples. Using a dry block heating method, the RapidVap N₂/48 offers a reliable, low-maintenance alternative to water bath systems and is ideal for applications such as drug development, bioresearch, combinatorial chemistry, environmental testing, forensics, and toxicology.&nbsp;<ul><li>Dry Block: Dry heating system prevents potential contamination source</li><li>Increased Surface Area: Vortex motion increases surface area for faster evaporation</li><li>PTFE-Coated Chamber: Aluminum with PTFE coating for broad range of chemical compatibility</li><li>End-Point Detection: Signal completion of run allows samples to be left unattended while drying to desired end point</li></ul>In partnership with Labconco.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Organomation_Rapid_Vap_N2_48_Nitrogen_Evaporator_2_cc454a8f2d.jpg" alt="Organomation RapidVap N2_48 Nitrogen Evaporator" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Organomation_Rapid_Vap_N2_48_Nitrogen_Evaporator_2_cc454a8f2d.jpg 234w," sizes="100vw" width="1169" height="783"><h3>STANDARD FEATURES</h3><ul><li>Dry block heating system prevents adding potential contamination source</li><li>Vortex action, heat, and vacuum combine to accelerate evaporation</li><li>PTFE-coated chamber for broad range of chemical compatibility</li><li>Microprocessor-controlled vortex motion increases surface area for faster evaporation</li><li>Signal completion of run allows samples to be left unattended while evaporation to desired end point</li><li>Microprocessor-controlled nitrogen blow down manifold to facilitate liquid to gas phase change</li></ul><h3>REQUIREMENTS (not included)</h3><ul><li>Sample block</li><li>Glassware</li><li>Nitrogen source with flow rate of 3.5 CFM/100 LPM minimu</li><li>Gas pressure regulator</li></ul><h3>OPTIONS</h3><ul><li>RS-232 Link for two-way communication (Cat# LC-7910014)</li></ul><h3>SPECIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Instrument: RapidVap N2/48</li><li>Instrument Catalog Number: LC-7910012</li><li>Bath Type: Dry aluminum blocks</li><li>Number of Sample Positions: Up to 48</li><li>Dimensions (w x d x h): 21.7 x 19.0 x 13.5 in</li><li>Weight: Net: 92 lbs. (42 kg)</li><li>Weight: Gross: 100 lbs. (45 kg)</li><li>Sample Layout: Circular</li><li>Lid Material: Glass</li><li>Pressure Regulator: 0–20 psi</li><li>Temperature Range: 0–100 °C</li><li>Warranty: 1 year</li><li>Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60 Hz</li><li>Vortex Motion: Up to 500 RPM</li></ul><h5>Nitrogen Requirements</h5><ul><li>Flow Rate: 3,5 CFM / 100 LPM minimum</li><li>Pressure: 5–10 psi</li></ul><h3>ACCESSORIES</h3><ul><li>PTFE-coated aluminum blocks</li><li>Borosilicate glass tubes</li><li>600 mL tubes with stems</li><li>170 mL tubes with stems</li><li>Flat bottom tubes</li><li>Eight-place stainless steel racks</li><li>Glassware caps</li></ul>

Organomation RapidVap Vertex Dry Evaporator

The RapidVap Vertex dry evaporator accelerates solvent evaporation for up to 50 samples using dry block heating, gentle nitrogen blowdown, and an intuitive touchscreen interface.

The RapidVap Vertex Dry Evaporator accelerates sample evaporation by combining efficient dry heat with gentle nitrogen blowdown, allowing laboratories to process up to 50 samples simultaneously.Its intuitive touchpad interface makes it easy to set and control both temperature and run time, and users can save up to ten custom programs to ensure consistent, repeatable workflows. Because it relies on a dry block heater rather than a traditional water bath, the system requires minimal upkeep—no distilled water, additives, or concerns about waterborne contamination.The RapidVap Vertex is well-suited for a wide range of sample prep needs, including pharmaceutical and drug development, clinical laboratories, environmental analysis, agricultural chemistry, and forensic testing.&nbsp;<ul><li>LCD Display: Touchscreen programming shows parameters for block, sample, and time</li><li>Nitrogen Control: Each switch controls nitrogen flow to each row of five nozzles</li><li>Temperature Sensor: Monitors block or sample temperature</li><li>Dry heat - no water bath: Less maintenance, no rust, no condensation, and no potential source of cross contamination</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Organomation_Rapid_Vap_Vertex_Dry_Evaporator_2_c112725d7a.jpg" alt="Organomation RapidVap Vertex Dry Evaporator" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Organomation_Rapid_Vap_Vertex_Dry_Evaporator_2_c112725d7a.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1375" height="768">In partnership with Labconco.<h3>STANDARD FEATURES</h3><ul><li>LCD display with touchscreen programming</li><li>Nitrogen control to each row of nozzles</li><li>Pressure regulator for 0 to 45 psi</li><li>Dry heat for less maintenance and no rust compared to water baths</li><li>Microprocessor-controlled heater up to 100 °C</li><li>Temperature sensor monitors block or sample temperature</li><li>Angled samples to increase surface area for faster evaporation</li></ul><h3>REQUIREMENTS (not included)</h3><ul><li>Aluminum block (Specific cat # depends on your tube size)</li><li>Sample tubes</li><li>Nitrogen source with a flow rate of 6.5 CFM/185 LPM minimum</li></ul><h3>SPECIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Instrument Catalog Number: LC-7320020</li><li>Bath Type: Dry aluminum blocks</li><li>Number of Sample Positions: Up to 50</li><li>Dimensions (w x d x h): 20.4 x 13.0 x 12.5 in</li><li>Weight: Net: 35 lbs. (16 kg)</li><li>Weight: Gross: 45 lbs. (20 kg)</li><li>Sample Layout: 5 rows of 10 samples</li><li>Lid Material: Glass</li><li>Pressure Regulator: 0–45 psi</li><li>Temperature Range: 30–100 °C</li><li>Warranty: 1 year</li><li>Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60 Hz</li></ul><h5>Nitrogen Requirements</h5><ul><li>Flow Rate: 6.5 CFM / 185 LPM minimum</li><li>Pressure: &lt;50 psi</li></ul><h3>ACCESSORIES</h3><ul><li>Aluminum blocks</li></ul>

Wiley NIST/EPA/NIH Mass Spectral Library 2023

The 2023 NIST/EPA/NIH Mass Spectral Library is a major update from NIST's expert team, reflecting 40+ years of development. It’s an essential, trusted resource for accurate mass spectral analysis.

<h4>Boost Your MS Workflow with the NIST 2023 Mass Spectral Library</h4>The NIST/EPA/NIH Mass Spectral Library 2023 is a major update to one of the world’s most trusted MS databases. Developed by NIST's expert team over four decades, it remains a vital tool for GC-MS and MS/MS analysis.What's Included:<ul><li>EI Library: 394,000 spectra, 341,600 unique compounds, now with AI-RI values</li><li>MS/MS Libraries: 2.3M+ spectra, 51,500+ compounds, 399,000+ precursor ions</li><li>GC Retention Index Library: 491,700 RI values, 180,600 unique compounds</li><li>NIST Software: MS Search, AMDIS, MS Interpreter</li></ul>New in 2023:<ul><li>40,000+ new EI compounds and 43,000+ spectra added</li><li>MS/MS coverage expanded by 60% over 2020 release</li><li>Enhanced compatibility with most MS platforms via Wiley</li></ul>Even More with Wiley:<ul><li>Combine with the Wiley Registry 2023 for greater coverage</li><li>Add KnowItAll Software for advanced spectral analysis</li></ul>Compatible with most MS data systems. Learn more: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sciencesolutions.wiley.com/compatibility">sciencesolutions.wiley.com/compatibility</a>

Wiley LC-MSⁿ Library of Drugs, Poisons and Their Metabolites, 2nd Edition

The Maurer/Wissenbach/Weber LC-MSⁿ Library, 2nd Ed., offers MS² and MS³ spectra for over 2,270 drugs and 3,600+ metabolites. It enables proven metabolite-based LC-MSⁿ screening and is one of the few libraries focused on metabolite spectra.

<h4>Optimize LC-MSⁿ Screening with a Proven Metabolite-Based Library</h4>The Maurer/Wissenbach/Weber LC-MSⁿ Library, 2nd Edition, offers a powerful screening method using MS² and MS³ spectra for over 2,270 parent drugs and 3,600+ metabolites. It’s one of the few libraries focused specifically on metabolite spectra, improving sensitivity, selectivity, and reducing false negatives in LC-MS analysis.Developed for clinical and forensic applications, the library helps confirm compound identity and detect metabolites even when parent analytes are suppressed. It also reduces false positives through characteristic metabolite patterns.Includes instrument-specific training materials on sample prep, chromatography, and MS settings.<h5>Library Specs:</h5><ul><li>Spectra: &gt;13,000</li><li>Structures: 10,787</li><li>Compounds: &gt;2,270</li><li>Metabolites/Artifacts: &gt;3,600</li><li>Endogenous Molecules: 90</li></ul>Search compound coverage at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://spectrabase.com/">compoundsearch.com</a>.

Wiley Registry of Tandem Mass Spectral Data – MSforID

The "Wiley Registry of Tandem Mass Spectral Data: MS for ID" consists of 12,048 positive and negative mode spectra of over 1,000 compounds of interest for forensics, toxicology, and pathology. 

<h4>High Mass-Accuracy LC-MS/MS Library for Confident Identification</h4>The Wiley Registry of Tandem Mass Spectral Data: MS for ID includes 12,048 spectra in positive and negative modes covering 1,163 compounds relevant to forensics, toxicology, and pathology—including drugs, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals.Developed by the Oberacher team at Innsbruck Medical University under controlled conditions, the library offers ~95% specificity and &gt;92% sensitivity. It delivers fast, reproducible results and is highly transferable across LC-MS/MS platforms.Highlights:<ul><li>12,048 spectra for 1,000+ small bioorganic molecules</li><li>Optimized for high-accuracy identification</li><li>Includes advanced LC-MS/MS search algorithm</li><li>Compatible with most instrument formats</li></ul>Search compound coverage at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.compoundsearch.com">www.compoundsearch.com</a>

Wiley LC-HR-MS/MS Library of Drugs, Poisons and Their Metabolites

The updated MMHW LC-HR-MS/MS library offers 5,500+ spectra of drugs, poisons, and metabolites. A trusted resource for toxicology, doping control, and environmental analysis.

<h4>From the Leader in Spectral Data</h4>The Maurer, Meyer, Helfer, Weber: LC-HR-MS/MS Library of Drugs, Poisons, and Their Metabolites, 2nd Edition (MMHW) is one of the most comprehensive LC-MS resources for clinical and forensic toxicologists. Developed by Prof. Hans H. Maurer and his team, the database emphasizes metabolites essential for accurate toxicological screening.This edition contains over 5,500 high-quality spectra, covering 2,300+ parent drugs/poisons and 3,200+ metabolites or artifacts across 100+ classification groups. Substances are categorized by toxicological relevance, with accompanying methods in PDF format.The data is carefully curated and reviewed by experts, ensuring reliable compound identification. Wiley collaborates with major MS vendors, supporting multiple instruments and formats for seamless workflow integration.<h4>Applications</h4>The MMHW library is trusted worldwide for compound analysis and verification in:<ul><li>Clinical and forensic toxicology</li><li>Doping control</li><li>Environmental and food chemistry</li><li>Pharmacokinetics and pathology</li></ul><h4>What’s New</h4>The 2nd edition adds 550+ new datasets, including designer drugs, cannabinoids, opioids, stimulants, and more.<h4>Specifications</h4><ul><li>Spectra: 5,558</li><li>Structures: 4,270</li><li>Unique Compounds: 2,763</li><li>Metabolites/Artifacts: &gt;3,250</li></ul>Available in KnowItAll and NIST formats, this library remains a critical resource for accurate, sensitive, and selective LC-HR-MS/MS screening.Search compound coverage at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://spectrabase.com/">compoundsearch.com</a>.

ARC Solvere Universal HPLC Detector

The Solvere™ is a new LC detector that brings the benefits of the Flame Ionization Detector (FID) to LC. 
Using ARC’s expertise in catalysis and reactor design, a novel method was developed for removing volatile compounds, which allows for the use of both aqueous and organic solvents with the detector. 
Non-volatile components in the sample stream are transformed into the gas phase, converted to methane, and then detected by the FID with a linear range of five orders of magnitude.
ARC Solvere is designed for quantitation of compounds where GC ends with a range up to large 1M+ Da molecules. In addition, Solvere works with a myriad of mobile phases, additives, and gradients, with unprecedented linear range, uniformity and robustness.
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ARC_Koncept_detekce_pomoci_HPLC_FID_detektoru_Solvere_1090d61827/ARC-Koncept-detekce-pomoci-HPLC-FID-detektoru-Solvere.jpg" alt="ARC: The concept of HPLC - FID detector Solvere"/>
<h3>Why is it important?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Mobile phases are effectively separated from non-volatile analytes</li>
<li>Analytes are converted into methane for universal FID detection</li>
<li>Compatible with gradients and organic solvents</li>
<li>A variety of molecules such as proteins, peptides, and sugars give a universal carbon response</li>
</ul>
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FOR USE WITH ANY LC MODEL
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<h3>Benefits of the Solvere</h3>
<ul>
<li>Analyte response independent of mobile phase composition</li>
<li>Conversion of analytes to methane for universal FID response</li>
<li>5 orders of magnitude range</li>
<li>~10 ppm LOD</li>
<li>Standalone and automated</li>
</ul>
<h3>Solvere - Universal FID for HPLC</h3>
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ARC_Ukazka_detekce_Sacharozy_pomoci_Solvere_detektoru_pro_HPLC_21106ae2ae/ARC-Ukazka-detekce-Sacharozy-pomoci-Solvere-detektoru-pro-HPLC.jpg" alt="ARC: Example of Sacharose Analysis Using Solvere Detector for HPLC"/>

DataApex Clarity Chromatography Software

Clarity is a chromatography data software for data acquisition, processing, and instrument control in regulated environment. Clarity is a flexible solution for devices from different vendors, supporting different applications.

Optional control modules provide integrated control of selected instruments such as GCs, LCs, pumps, detectors, autosamplers, etc. Extensions provide functions for specific separation techniques or calculations such as PDA, GPC analysis, Mass spectrometry, or SST. Clarity can run in English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, and Chinese language. Support technicians and developers are close to their users and ready to provide extensive Support from DataApex.
<blockquote>
Ask for <a href="https://www.dataapex.com/product/clarity-demo">Clarity Demo version</a> which allows you to get your hands on software before purchase
</blockquote>
<h3>Main features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Measuring: Simultaneous data acquisition from up to four independent chromatographs, each chromatograph can acquire data from up to 32 detectors.
</li>
<li>Integration: There is an extensive possibility to modify chromatograms. The chromatogram can be changed by entering global parameters or interactively through direct graphic modification of the baseline.
</li>
<li>Overlay: Simultaneously displays a virtually unlimited number of chromatograms and their mathematical modification; for example, mutual deductions or derivations of any order.
</li>
<li>Calibration: Internal and external standard calculation methods, calibration of groups of peaks, and reference peaks method for better identification.
</li>
<li>Wide range of supported instruments: Control modules in Clarity allow users to control various instruments in their lab. See our growing <a href="https://www.dataapex.com/controls">List of supported instruments</a>.
</li>
<li>Extensions completing your workflow: Clarity Extensions integrates your workflow into one application. GPC calculations, PDA data processing, gas or detailed hydrocarbon analyses according to selected norms, and much more.
</li>
<li>Automated measuring support: Sequence tables for any set of samples with or without an autosampler.
</li>
<li>Postrun: Automatically displays, prints, exports, and starts other programs after the completion of a measurement.
</li>
<li>Summary result tables: Displays and prints selected results from all simultaneously displayed chromatograms.
</li>
<li>User settings: User selects parameters for peak display and the specification for axes, including color from an extensive array of color settings. Text labels and lines, either as part of the area or anchored to a chromatogram, may also be inserted.
</li>
<li>Export: Optional exportation of all results, with or without the chromatogram, in various formats, into a file or clipboard.
</li>
<li>Import: Imports chromatograms or mathematical curves, which have been saved in text or AIA formats, from other programs.
</li>
<li>LIMS: Clarity offers connectivity with LIMS, both for sample submission and result output. This can be done via convenient ASCII transfers.
</li>
<li>Method and calibration history: Each chromatogram can easily be displayed under the same conditions as when it was printed, exported, or saved.
</li>
<li>Column performance: Calculations of peaks in terms of symmetry, efficiency, resolution; all by several methods (tangent, moments, etc.).
</li>
<li>Batch: Automatically batch processes, displays, exports, or prints any number of chromatograms.
</li>
<li>User calculations: Users can define custom calculations in the Result and Summary tables. Using the integrated editor, you can create your own columns from original columns and individual mathematical functions.
</li>
<li>User accounts: Sets up access rights and passwords (including their parameters, e.g., minimum length, validity, etc.). Each user can define his or her own appearance of the software.
</li>
<li>Audit trail: Records selected events and operations into a special file. Records selected operations directly into a chromatogram.
</li>
<li>Electronic signature: Each chromatogram can be signed electronically. Signature selection is based on the username or the signature certificate.
</li>
<li>Networked Solution: Clarity chromatography software files can be accessed from networked computers using Clarity Offline software. This enables the offline evaluation of chromatograms, development of new methods, and printing reports. See the <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/products/1000">Clarity Offline</a> for more details.
</li>
<li>Language Localizations available: Useful for non-English speakers. At the moment, there are French, German, Russian, Spanish, and Chinese localizations available in a single installation package. Simply switch to your preferred language anytime.
</li>
<li>Competitive approach: The chromatography market offers many specialized HPLC data systems or GC data systems; these are often provided with the purchased instrument. It is usually complicated to integrate such software into the workflow of the laboratory since they do not enable direct control of additional instruments. Compared to other small-scale solutions, Clarity offers a wide range of directly controlled instruments as well as optional Extensions for specific separation techniques. On the other hand, complex solutions with a wide scope of features and scalable design are quite expensive, which is a limiting factor for many customers. Another drawback of the large solutions is their complexity which imposes high demands on users. Compared to this, Clarity represents a scalable medium-ranged solution with a steep learning curve and competitive prices.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Clarity configurations examples</h3>
<h4>One chromatograph with two detectors</h4>
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Data_Apex_Clarity_Chromatograficky_Software_Clarity_configurations_examples_One_chromatograph_with_two_detectors_ae482b83b8/DataApex-Clarity-Chromatograficky-Software-Clarity-configurations-examples-One-chromatograph-with-two-detectors.jpg" alt="DataApex Clarity Chromatography Software: Clarity configurations examples - One chromatograph with two detectors.jpg"/>
<ul>
<li>The HPLC measures on two detectors. Clarity will acquire two separate signals sharing a common timebase (synchronized START/STOP). A resulting chromatogram will contain two signals.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Two chromatographs, one with multiple detectors</h4>
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Data_Apex_Clarity_Chromatograficky_Software_Clarity_configurations_examples_Two_chromatographs_one_with_multiple_detectors_b21dc07faf/DataApex-Clarity-Chromatograficky-Software-Clarity-configurations-examples-Two-chromatographs-one-with-multiple-detectors.jpg" alt="DataApex Clarity Chromatography Software: Clarity configurations examples - Two chromatographs, one with multiple detectors.jpg"/>
<ul>
<li>This example displays a configuration with two chromatography systems (GC + HPLC) where the HPLC system uses multiple detectors. All the detectors attached to the HPLC Instrument will share common timebase (synchronized START/STOP). The GC detector will be independent.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Two chromatographs, one digital control</h4>
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Data_Apex_Clarity_Chromatograficky_Software_Clarity_configurations_examples_Two_chromatographs_one_digital_control_1bf9cec334/DataApex-Clarity-Chromatograficky-Software-Clarity-configurations-examples-Two-chromatographs-one-digital-control.jpg" alt="DataApex Clarity Chromatography Software: Clarity configurations examples - Two chromatographs, one digital control.jpg"/> This example displays a configuration with two chromatography systems (GC + LC). The GC is connected and controlled via digital interface *, using a GC Control appropriate module.
<h4>Four chromatographs with autosampler each</h4>
<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Data_Apex_Clarity_Chromatograficky_Software_Clarity_configurations_examples_Four_chromatographs_with_autosampler_each_945873d808/DataApex-Clarity-Chromatograficky-Software-Clarity-configurations-examples-Four-chromatographs-with-autosampler-each.jpg" alt="DataApex Clarity Chromatography Software: Clarity configurations examples - Four chromatographs with autosampler each.jpg"/>
<ul>
<li>This example displays a configuration with two chromatography systems (GC + LC). The GC is connected and controlled via digital interface *, using a GC Control appropriate module.</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.dataapex.com/controls">List of supported instruments</a>
<a href="https://www.dataapex.com/product/clarity-std-compatibility">Compatible Windows OS and Hardware</a>
<a href="https://www.dataapex.com/product/clarity-21cfr-compliance">Clarity 21 CFR Part 11 compliance</a>

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