Our lab is equipped with a number instruments that we use to prepare, process, and analyse our samples.

Agilent GC/MS 

Thermo Scientific Dionex ASE 350
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  • Our lab is equipped with 3 GC/MS 
  • gas-liquid chromatography combined with mass spectrometry is used for identification of environmental contaminants 
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  • Automatic extraction of solid and semisolid samples is achieved through elevated solvent temperatures and pressurization.

Turbovap® II Concentration Evaporator 

Organomation Nitrogen Evaporator
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  • Samples are prepared for analysis through microprocessor-controlled concentration




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  • Works similar to the Turbovap but for smaller volumes of solvent

Burrell Wrist Action Shaker

SDL Atlas Vortex 6 Washing Machine
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  • Used to duplicate the swirling action of hand mixing; our lab has used the shaker to imitate the actions of a clothes washing machine
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Programmable washing machine used to investigate microfiber and chemical loss from laundry.