FT-NIR analyzer ABB's MB3600-PH FT-NIR analyzer is designed for QA–QC, research and development, raw materials identification and qualification,
NIR method development, and at-line PAT applications. According to the company, the benchtop analyzer can be fitted with various
accessories for measurements in pharmaceutical and life science applications. ABB, Quebec, Canada; http://www.abb.com/analytical/
Imaging spectrograph and scanning monochromator The SureSpectrum imaging spectrograph and scanning monochromator from Bruker Optics features a triple grating turret, standard
motorized slits, and dual exit ports. The instrument is available in 250-mm and 500-mm focal lengths. Bruker Optics, Inc., Billerica, MA; http://www.brukeroptics.com/
Validation software Clarmon Corporation's QAvalid 2.0 software with Excel support is designed for spreadsheet control to mitigate business and
compliance risks. Users reportedly can create and manage validation records and control Excel templates or workbooks and meet
GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. According to the company, the software supports electronic signatures and enables users
to perform electronic execution of spreadsheets in the Excel environment. Clarmon Corporation, London, UK; http://www.clarmon.com/
DPSS laser Cobolt's Zouk CW DPSS laser is designed for UV-range applications. The 355-nm laser reportedly has an output power of 10 mW
and a TEM00 beam. According to the company, the laser is an alternative to the Ar/Kr-ion UV lines, quasi-CW UV lasers, and
diode lasers for applications such as fluorescence-based bioanalysis, semiconductor inspection, Raman spectroscopy, and microlithography.
Cobolt AB, Stockholm, Sweden; http://www.cobolt.se/
Spectrophotometer calibration standards Hellma's liquid filter calibration standards are designed for instrument calibration according to national and international
standards. Applications include checking for stray light and checking the spectral resolution and photometric accuracy. The
filters are made with calibration solutions sealed in Suprasil quartz cells with a 10-mm light path and are available in sets
and as individual standards. Hellma USA, Inc., Plainview, NY; http://www.hellmausa.com/