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ASOSolv™ Enables Hybrid Calibration for ICP Oil Analysis

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Inorganic Ventures introduceert ASOSolv™, een nieuw organisch oplosmiddel dat het mogelijk maakt om waterige anorganische ICP-standaarden te gebruiken bij de analyse van metalen in olie. De hybride methode combineert de vertrouwde chemie van waterige ICP-standaarden met een eenvoudiger en duurzamer alternatief voor traditionele olieanalyse met organometallische standaarden.

De analyse van Wear Metals en additiefelementen in olie met ICP-OES wordt traditioneel uitgevoerd met organometallische gecertificeerde referentiematerialen (CRM’s). Hiervoor zijn organische oplosmiddelen nodig die vaak relatief schadelijk zijn. Bovendien moeten laboratoria voor olieanalyses aparte organometallische standaarden gebruiken, terwijl voor veel andere ICP-analyses waterige anorganische standaarden worden toegepast.

Inorganic Ventures onderzocht daarom of de bestaande, zeer stabiele waterige anorganische ICP-standaarden ook ingezet kunnen worden voor de analyse van metalen in olie. De belangrijkste uitdaging daarbij was het ontwikkelen van een oplosmiddel waarin zowel de waterige standaard als het oliemonster volledig mengbaar zijn.

Hybride kalibratiemethode

Het resultaat is ASOSolv™, een nieuw organisch oplosmiddel dat voornamelijk is ontwikkeld op basis van groene en duurzamere grondstoffen. ASOSolv™ is geschikt voor zowel waterige anorganische metaalstandaarden als oliemonsters. Hierdoor wordt een hybride aqueous/organic kalibratiemethode voor ICP-OES mogelijk.

Aan ASOSolv™ kunnen bovendien kobalt (Co) en yttrium (Y) als interne standaarden worden toegevoegd. Kalibratiestandaarden en oliemonsters kunnen daardoor eenvoudig worden verdund met hetzelfde oplosmiddel. In de door Inorganic Ventures beschreven methode worden oliemonsters bijvoorbeeld rechtstreeks 1:10 verdund.

Hiermee slaat ASOSolv™ een brug tussen waterige ICP-standaarden en olieanalyse. Laboratoria kunnen de vertrouwde anorganische standaardchemie toepassen op oliemonsters en tegelijkertijd de voorbereiding van standaarden en monsters vereenvoudigen.

Analyse van 27 elementen

Met de hybride methode kunnen 27 elementen worden geanalyseerd, waaronder alle elementen die zijn opgenomen in ASTM D5185-18 en ASTM D6595-16.

Een bijzonder voordeel is de mogelijkheid om ook zwavel (S) in de kalibratie op te nemen. Bij traditionele organometallische standaarden is dit lastig, omdat de organometallische grondstoffen zelf aanzienlijke en niet-gekwantificeerde hoeveelheden zwavel kunnen bevatten. Het gebruik van waterige anorganische standaarden biedt hiervoor nieuwe mogelijkheden.

Validatietesten van Inorganic Ventures laten zien dat de resultaten van de hybride methode goed overeenkomen met die van traditionele organometallische standaarden. De gevonden concentraties lagen voor het merendeel binnen 2% van de gecertificeerde waarden. Ook bij korte analysetijden werden een goede nauwkeurigheid en reproduceerbaarheid bereikt.

Ook geschikt voor bestaande olieanalyses

ASOSolv™ hoeft niet uitsluitend als onderdeel van de nieuwe hybride kalibratiemethode te worden gebruikt. Voor ICP-laboratoria zijn er in de praktijk twee mogelijkheden:

  • Hybride kalibratie: waterige anorganische ICP-standaarden combineren met ASOSolv™ voor de kalibratie en analyse van oliemonsters.
  • Traditionele kalibratie: bestaande organometallische oliestandaarden blijven gebruiken en ASOSolv™ inzetten als minder schadelijk verdunningsmiddel voor zowel standaarden als monsters, eventueel in combinatie met Co en Y als interne standaarden.

De bestaande werkwijze voor monsterbereiding hoeft daarbij nauwelijks te veranderen. Hierdoor kan ASOSolv™ relatief eenvoudig in een bestaande ICP-OES-routine voor olieanalyse worden geïntegreerd.

Tijdens de uitgevoerde testen bleek het oplosmiddel daarnaast effectief voor het reinigen en uitspoelen van olie uit het ICP-OES-introductiesysteem. Daarbij werd geen koolstofopbouw op de torch-injector waargenomen.

Minder schadelijk alternatief voor ICP-olieanalyse

Met ASOSolv™ biedt Inorganic Ventures laboratoria daarmee een nieuwe benadering voor Wear Metals- en andere elementanalyses in olie. Het oplosmiddel maakt het mogelijk om waterige en oliegebaseerde ICP-chemie dichter bij elkaar te brengen, vereenvoudigt standaard- en monsterbereiding en biedt tegelijkertijd een minder schadelijk en duurzamer alternatief voor conventionele organische oplosmiddelen.

ASOSolv™ is verkrijgbaar via Instrument Solutions Benelux. Neem contact met ons op voor meer informatie over de methode, beschikbare standaarden en de toepassing van ASOSolv™ binnen uw ICP-OES-analyse.

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Mosh-Moah Free Vials and Caps

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During sample preparation, all possible introductions of false-positive Mosh Moah contaminants into the LC-GC system must be avoided. We must be sure that all measured Mosh Moah results originate from the sample and not from the laboratory environment. The solvent we use for the experiment is tested for the presence of Mosh Moah. Gloves are used to avoid contact between the sample and the skin. Glassware is usually cleaned beforehand, but the vials and caps with septa are usually used straight out of the box.

The septa in particular can contain many Mosh Moah-related components and therefore pose a high risk of high noise or false-positive results.

Virgin PTFE septa are a good alternative. These are chemically very resistant to most media and do not change their properties. The white PTFE septa have a high temperature stability of approximately -250°C to approximately +250°C. There is no desorption of the Mosh Moah component. This material is therefore most suitable for this application.

Problem

Crimp caps are normally used for single-injection HPLC analysis. There are two disadvantages to this closure in combination with the desired septa:

  • The inserted PTFE septa often fall out of the aluminium crimp cap when moving or closing the vial.
  • The density of the material is not always sufficient due to a low elastomer content. In addition, the thickness of the septum is only 0.25 mm, which means that material may evaporate before injection.

Our solution:

  • An aluminium crimp cap with a slight inward curve is used. This fixes the inserted thin PTFE septum in place. “Closure, aluminium crimp cap colourless, with hole and virgin PTFE septum 0.25 mm thick, 53° shore”
  • Because a fluoroplastic O-ring is incorporated between the PTFE septum and the hole, the aluminium crimp cap can now be optimally crimped without having to readjust the crimping tool. The PTFE septum is fixed in place by the rolling process used here: “Closure: aluminium crimp cap, colourless, with hole and roller blind, virgin PTFE septum 0.25 mm thick, 53° shore D and O-ring made of fluoroplastic”.

The end result is a Mosh Moah Free Vial Cap system in which the PTFE septum is fixed so that there is no contact with the septum during crimping of the cap.

For more information and prices for 1.8 and 10mL vials, please contact us.

SCP Science becomes Analytichem

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Since 2022, SCP Science has been part of AnalytiChem. In order to create a globally recognisable identity, more and more products will be launched under the AnalytiChem brand in the coming months.

Some product names will change. For example, DigiTUBE’s and PlasmaPure Acid have recently been converted to AnalytiChem. Other brands, such as CONOSTAN, will remain unchanged.

For users of these products, nothing else will change: the order numbers, specifications and quality will remain exactly the same as before. All products meet the high standards you have come to expect from SCP Science, now reinforced by the international strength of AnalytiChem.

With this step, AnalytiChem is focusing on a uniform image, innovation and quality – to provide optimal support to customers worldwide.

If you have any questions about this change, please call us on +31(0) 88 46 78 740 or send a message to info@instrument-solutions.com.

Instrument Solutions at the LABNL 2025 exhibition

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From September 23 to 25, 2025, the LABNL laboratory exhibition will be held at the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht. During these days, the latest technologies, solutions, and tools for the laboratory will be presented.

LabNL Escape Room

On Wednesday, September 24, there will be a real Escape Room at LabNL. In the Biosecurity Escape Room, teams of up to six players will compete to be the first to unravel the biosecurity mystery. Participants will be confronted with a realistic laboratory scenario and will have to work together to contain a potential threat. Can you communicate effectively, apply the right safety measures, and use your analytical skills to find the right solution within the time limit? More information.

Would you like to experience what LABNL has to offer for yourself? Then head to Hall 10, where you can meet Instrument Solutions and its sister company SALM & KIPP. The stand number is 10C006. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network!

What can you expect at our booth?

 

Sample preparation

 

  • The CG-900 Cryo-Blade™ cryogenic grinder from Cole Parmer has a large capacity for grinding and processing sample material up to 1 kg. Thanks to the homogeneous grinding of the sample, only 1 g is needed as a representative test sample from a ground batch of 1 kg. Read more.

This Cryo-Blade is a great addition to the successful Freezer Mill, which grinds samples up to 200 grams.

  • New SNRG digestion block – This system is particularly suitable for digesting your samples with hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, aqua regia, and hydrofluoric acid(*).

 

ICP Analysis

 

  • Inorganic Ventures – top quality inorganic standards, both stock and custom-made standards. New are ready-to-use reagents for the Discrete Analyzer (100% satisfaction guarantee).
  • Glass Expansion – top accessories and consumables for your ICP-OES and/or ICP-MS.

 

Chromatography

 

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Instrument Solutions is moving

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In the week of June 16, 2025 we, Instrument Solutions, will be moving to Breukelen!

For you as a customer, fortunately not much will change – it’s mainly an administrative change 😊.

At this new location, in the same premises as our sister company SALM EN KIPP, we will not only have new office, technical and logistics areas.

We are extremely proud of our brand new demonstration laboratory and inspiring seminar room. This will allow us (Instrument Solutions and SALM EN  KIPP) to work together even smarter and serve you even better in the future!

During the moving week orders may take a little longer than you are used to. Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience!

Our address will be:

Instrument Solutions Benelux B.V.

Merwedeweg 5

3621 LP Breukelen

The Netherlands

Our telephone number remains the same (+31 (0) 88 4678 786).

What is new is that you can now also contact the sales and service department directly:

📞 General number: +31 (0) 88 4678 786 (unchanged)

📞 Sales: +31 (0) 88 4678 740 (new)

📞 Service: +31 (0) 88 4678 760 (new)

Back to home

E-Sensory Innovation Day – February 6, 2025

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Op 6 februari organiseert Instrument Solutions Benelux in samenwerking met de Faculteit Bio-ingenieurswetenschappen van de Universiteit Gent een inspirerende “Sensory Innovation Day”.

Deze dag biedt een uitgebreid programma dat diverse aspecten van sensorische analyses behandelt. Het programma bestaat uit lezingen van de Universiteit Gent, evenals bijdragen van Alpha-MOS, een toonaangevende leverancier van sensorische apparatuur.

Daarnaast leveren Senstech en Dow Benelux een bijdrage in de vorm van presentaties en interactieve workshops.

Het belooft een gevarieerde en leerzame dag te worden waarin zowel sensorische analyses met panels als met geavanceerde apparatuur uitgebreid aan bod komen.

Flyer E-Sensory Innovation Day

Program

09:30-09:45 Welcome and introduction

09:45-10:15 Sensory testing equipment by ISB

10:15-10:45 Customer testing U-Ghent (1)

10:45-11:45 Sensory techniques by Senstech

11:45-12:15 Customer testing U-Ghent (2)

12:15-13:00 Lunch

13:00-13:45 Practical session 1*

13:45-14:30 Practical session 2*

14:30-15:00 Practical examples by Alpha-Mos

15:00-15:30 Discussion session

Location

Ghent University

Coupure 653 – Ghent

Belgium

Costs

There is no cost for you to participate! We provide coffee/tea and lunch.

Event has already taken place.

ICP User Meeting 2025

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Instrument Solutions, in cooperation with Inorganic Ventures and Glass Expansion, is organizing an ICP User Meeting in Utrecht on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Are you looking for valuable knowledge and practical insights on ICP-OES and ICP-MS analysis? Attend this User Meeting, where you will:

  • Attend inspiring lectures and interactive sessions on the latest developments in ICP analysis techniques.
  • Receive practical tips and insights from leading international ICP specialists.
  • Exchange experiences with fellow users and expand your network.
  • Receive personal case studies and solutions to your specific issues.

Keynote speakers

Are you engaged in ICP analysis and looking for solutions to your challenges?

Then this is a unique opportunity to learn from brand-independent ICP experts and optimize your workflows!

What to expect.

  • Practical tips and insights from international ICP experts
  • Discussions on challenges in sample introduction and sample preparation (unlocking)
  • Opportunities to share experiences and ask questions of the experts

Program

09:30 – 10:00 | Welcome with coffee and tea
10:00 – 10:40 | Optimizing the Analysis of Trace Metals – Dr. Brian Alexander (Inorganic Ventures)
10:40 – 11:15 | ICP Sample Introduction Components: Selection & Optimization – Dr. Maja Budanovic (Glass Expansion)


11:15 – 11:30 | Coffee and tea break


11:30 – 12:10 | A Practical Guide to ICP Ionization & Interface Components – Dr. Maja Budanovic
12:10 – 12:45 | Limitations of ICP-MS & Strategies to Overcome These Problems – Dr. Brian Alexander


12:45 – 13:30 | Lunch


13:30 – 14:10 | Designing, Handling & Solving Problems with Calibration Standards – Dr. Brian Alexander
14:10 – 14:45 | Strategies for Long-Term Analytical Performance – Dr. Maja Budanovic


14:45 – 15:00 | Break with coffee, tea, and soft drinks


15:00 – 16:00 | Meet the Experts – Discuss your specific questions and cases in small groups with our specialists
16:00 – 17:00 | Closing drinks

Costs

To participate, there is no cost to you.

Location

Aristo Meeting Center Utrecht

Brennerbaan 150

Utrecht (Lunetten)

Netherlands

The event has already taken place.

 

End-of-Live announcement DigiPREP System

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We hereby inform you of an important change regarding the DigiPREP digstion blocks.

After an extensive review of their product portfolio, SCP Science has decided to discontinue the production and offering of the DigiPREPs and to market the new SNRG Blocks in their place. This decision was made to better respond to the changing needs of their customers worldwide.

Specifically, products from the DigiPREP portfolio can be ordered until December 31, 2024.

We understand that this announcement may raise questions. Instrument Solutions will of course continue to support you with your current DigiPREP equipment, both with service and advice on the possible alternative. Service items can still be ordered by us through December 2029.

Please note that DigiPROBEs can still be ordered through March 2025.

The product lines that fall within this termi

nation are:

  • DigiPREP LS
  • DigiPREP MS
  • DigiPREP Jr
  • DigiPREP Mini
  • DigiPREP 240
  • DigiPREP Cube
  • DigiPREP Controllers, all models

For questions or more information, please contact our Product Manager Jeroen van Boxtel by filling out the form below or call us at +31 (0) 88 4678 786

 

Click here for information about the new SNRG Blocks
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ICP True Rinse – away with sticky elements, once and for all

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Are you tired of struggling with sticky elements and finding it difficult to clean your ICP between samples? The flushing method you use can cause memory effects, leaving you scratching your head and questioning your results when elements such as mercury, gold, boron, silicon and osmium stick.

We have the perfect solution to ease your difficulties. True Rinse is sold in 1L bottles.

Order number: ICP-TRUE-RINSE-1L

Ask for a quote!

How ICP TRUE RINSE helps rinse out

  • Tackles the most stubborn elements
    This ICP wash solution is the result of years of rigorous testing and certification of certified reference materials. It is tailored to tackle even the most sticky elements, such as Hg, Au, B and Os, ensuring accurate testing.
  • Works fast, saves time and hassle
    ICP-TRUE-RINSE provides fast, efficient and consistent cleaning between samples, saving you time and hassle. It reduces the volume and rinse time between samples, as well as the number of blank samples.
  • Ready to use
    ICP-TRUE-RINSE is made with the purest starting materials and comes ready to use with all accompanying documentation.
  • Ensures Good Laboratory Practice.
    Most laboratories use HCl or HNO3 rinses. ICP-TRUE-RINSE takes your washing procedure one step further by introducing Thiourea to mobilize sticky elements.
  • Guaranteed shelf life of five years with TCT
    Transpiration Control Technology (TCT) guarantees the shelf life of the product for five years after the production date.
  • Currently available in 1L
    ICP-TRUE-RINSE is competitively priced.
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Read what a customer thinks of ICP-TRUE-RINSE:

“I love the Rinse Solution. I must admit I was skeptical at first, but it really makes a difference! I was able to significantly reduce both my volume and rinse time between samples. One thing that I am pleased with and didn’t really expect is that the solution doesn’t seem to slowly pick up background metals like my HCl rinse would. I often had to replace the HCl rinse solution before I got through all 250 ml of volume because it slowly builds up background. This rinse solution not only did not do that, but continued to work very well after I refilled it halfway through the bottle with DI water.

For this, I rinsed for 30 seconds with HCl at a pump speed of 0.5 rpm. With your solution, I can rinse for 10 seconds at my normal pumping speed of 0.1 rpm and still get good cleaning between samples. This was most evident with my blank method. My normal process is to take 3 blank samples after the highest standards, then the blank method for the samples. I was able to reduce that to just 1 blank sample and basically eliminated the Hg carryover that I was trying to avoid with those extra blanks.’

Michelle Speer

Lab Director, Co-Founder | Gateway Labs

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New logo Instrument Solutions

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We hereby present to you our new logo:

 

 

 

Instrument Solutions has been a sister company of SALM AND KIPP since June 2021. This collaboration is reflected in the shape and colours of the new logo.

The characteristic blue of Instrument Solutions is retained in ‘Instrument’ and the purple of the SALM AND KIPP logo returns in ‘Solutions’.

What is special about this is that each organisation retains its own identity, while at the same time the overlap of colours indicates the strength of the cooperation and synergy between these organisations.

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