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Cole-Parmer eNEWS October 2009
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Respiratory Protection:
OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Breakout

OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Breakout

A summary prepared by Survivair/Willson of the OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Breakout as stated by OSHA.
Planning for pandemic influenza by business and industry is essential to minimize a pandemic’s impact. As with any catastrophe, having a contingency plan is essential. Employers and employees should use the OSHA guidance on preparing workplaces for an influenza breakout to help identify risk levels in workplace settings and appropriate control measures. Full Article



Pandemic Preparedness Guide and Technical Resources





Accuracy Matters

Sensor improves the accuracy and ease of field oxygen measurements.
RDO and groundwater- get accurate samples

Many chemical and biological reactions in groundwater depend directly or indirectly on the amount of available oxygen. Dissolved oxygen (DO) may be monitored in groundwater samples to examine the water quality. A change in DO value can indicate pollution by microbiological contaminants, organic matter or reduced mineral phases.

The Orion RDO sensor utilizes luminescence technology to detect oxygen, in which the signal response is inversely related to the oxygen content, resulting in improved accuracy in low-level samples.
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Thermo Scientific Orion Star RDO Optical Dissolved Oxygen Meters and Kits




Tech Challenge

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see if you’re right...

Controlled Reaction

Challenge: A lab technician calls in stating that the 56715-20 pH controller they intend to use to add acid in a plastic tank in order to control the reaction they are researching is giving erratic readings which will not stabilize. When contacting the work bench surface or the pH electrode, the controller invariably gives an error message.

The electrode was checked with another meter and found to be functioning perfectly. All potential sources of interference were removed such as the magnetic stirrer they were using; even shutting off the fluorescent lights in the lab, but the erratic readings persisted.

They then contacted the Cole-Parmer Applications Dept. for assistance; the knowledgeable rep suggested resetting the controller back to factory default and trying to do a calibration. The results however were still the same. What else could be done to resolve the issue?

  1. Use a differential pH electrode which acts as a solution ground.
  2. Try grounding the tank.
  3. Ensure that the pH controller has the proper setting for the electrode being used.
  4. Try moving the equipment to a different area.

See the answer.
Our technical experts answer questions like this every day. Get the answers to your questions by calling our Application Specialist at 800-323-4340.





Van de Graaff electrostatic generator

Large and In Charge

A brief history of the Van de Graaff generator and tips on how to build your own.

For 80 years, the Van de Graaff electrostatic generator has created static electricity. Read a history of this significant innovation, including how to build your own with three central components: a terminal, belt and pulley system, and a motor.
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Cole-Parmer Flame Photometers
Featured Product!
Cole-Parmer®
Flame Photometers

  • Provide accurate sodium, calcium, potassium, and lithium determinations
  • Linearize your sodium readings and output to a comptuer with the Digital Interface/Linearizer module
  • The technique of choice for Na, K, and Ca measurement in the food and beverage, chemical, oil, paper, and pharmaceutical industries
  • Two-channel and four-channel versions are available along with automatic dilutor and autosampler for long sample runs


Safety Coated Media Bottles
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Safety-Coated Media Bottles
  • Ultra-clear safety coating helps stop and control spills in the event of glassware breakage
  • Ideal for chemical storage, transportation, and handling of hazardous chemicals, harmful biologicals, and acids
  • Feature wide opening for easy pouring and a linerless blue polypropylene cap and pouring ring
  • Permanent white graduations and large white marking area
  • Autoclavable


Ro-Tap E 8-inch Sieve Shaker
Featured Product!

Ro-Tap® E 8” Sieve Shaker
  • High-tech sieve shaker is designed to meet critical particle analysis demands
  • Digital timer controls shaker from 0 to 99 minutes
  • Select from coarse or fine analysis control settings
  • Holds 9 full-height or 15 half-height sieves when used with a bottom pan



New Handheld Digital Microscopes
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New Handheld Digital Microscopes
  • The world of microphotography at your fingertips—just plug into a USB port and you're ready to go!
  • Active Pixel technology produces sharp images and accurate color reproduction
  • Six LEDs with adjustable brightness ensure proper illumination
  • Includes software for image/video capture and measurement



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