Space-saving modular evaporation system should also save time and money through reduced consumption of water and solvents
The latest addition to the Gerhardt range of laboratory equipment is a new Soxtherm machine which combines the benefits of a fully automated system with a compact, space-saving modular design.
The Gerhardt Soxtherm has been developed to meet the determination and extraction demands of the modern laboratory and meets the requirements of the AOAC, EPA, 35 LMBG, and DIN.
Saving time and money is the objective of any progressive laboratory and the Gerhardt Soxtherm makes this a reality.
For example, extraction time is around one fifth of the time taken when compared to traditional Soxhlet methods, and consumption of solvents and water is significantly reduced thanks to the system's precise control and regulation of the entire process.
A Multistat micro-processor control unit ensures flexibility and ease of use, with numerous data input possible for all available programs via a clear LCD display in 2 x 16 segments.
The Gerbus system means that up to four extraction units can be run by the new controller.
Other features and benefits include automatic recovery of solvent with built-in controlled storage tank, automatic lifting of extraction beakers if power fails, illumination of sample to be extracted, spark-proofed heating block according to DIN 0170/0171 part 1,4 and 7.
The system also enables up to ten programs to be stored and recalled.
The Gerhardt Soxtherm can be used for all common solvents and samples with typical fat determination applications including grains and cereals, milk, dairy, meat, chocolate, oil and oilseed products. Extraction for sample preparation applications include mineral oil in rocks, oils, lubricants, pesticides, phenols, PCBs, dioxin, plasticisers, and additives in plastics.
