Lab Services - Consulting Services

Health Protection Agency Culture Collections
Address: Health Protection Agency, Centre for Emergency Preparedness and Response, Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK SP4 0JG
Tel: + 44 1980 612512 Fax: +44 1980 611315
Web: www.ecacc.org.uk Email: ecacc@hpa.org.uk
Contact: Dr Elizabeth Fashola-Stone

Company Profile
Formation of the Health Protection Agency in 2003 brought together four of the existing UK culture collections, NCTC, NCPV, NCPF and ECACC:

EUROPEAN COLLECTION OF CELL CULTURES (ECACC)
One of the world's premier collections of authenticated cell cultures, with over 40,000 cell lines representing 45 different species. Along with a new range of Early Passage Cells and associated media.

NATIONAL COLLECTION OF PATHOGENIC FUNGI (NCPF)
The UK's only culture collection specialising in fungi pathogenic to humans and animals. The NCPF holds about 2500 strains, most of which are available for sale and distribution.

NATIONAL COLLECTION OF PATHOGENIC VIRUSES (NCPV)
Preserves well-characterised, authenticated human pathogenic viruses in a secure facility, and supplies the agents or nucleic acids derived from them to the scientific community according to national and international guidelines.

NATIONAL COLLECTION OF TYPE CULTURES (NCTC)
Supplies reference bacterial cultures of medical, scientific and veterinary importance world-wide to support academic, health, food and veterinary institutions. The collection comprises over 5000 bacterial cultures, over 100 mycoplasmas and more than 500 plasmids, host strains, bacteriophages and transposons.

The collections also support a range of identification, characterisation and testing services. HPACC supplies its microorganisms, products and services to both academic and commercial customers worldwide.

Product and services: Cell culture, Cell Lines, Cell Line, Normal Early Passage Cells, Normal Early Passage Cell Media, Synoviocytes, dermal papilla cells, endothelia cells, HUVEC, Coronary artery, smooth muscle cells, skeletal muscle cells, chondrocytes, osteoblasts, preadipocytes, keratinocytes, melanocytes, primary cultures, human control DNA, genomic DNA, primate DNA, ethnic diversity DNA, ethnic DNA, Diabetes, Diabetes Type 1 DNA, Diabetes Type 2 DNA, microbial testing, sterility testing, DNA extraction, RNA extraction, cell pellets, virus testing, mycoplasma testing, mycoplasma eradication, cell culture scale-up, training courses, blood processing, EBV transformation, cGMP Safe Deposit, Safe Deposit, Patent Deposit, Cell Banking, quarantine cell banking, inventory management, cell analysis, quality assurance, cell verification, genomic modification of cells, serum-free adaptation and banking, tissue processing, cryo-preserved tissue digests, laboratory automation, pharmacogentics, HTS, high screening, DNA quantification, liquid handling, blood collection, cell collection, drug analysis, biomaufacturing, biotechnology, life science, genetic, pharmaceutical, drug discover, consultancy, cell culture troubleshooting, facility set-up, growth profiling, cell phenotype analysis, second site storage, bacterial, reference standards, plasmids, host strains, bacteriophages, transposons, LENTICULE, International Depository Authority, viruses, fungi, yeast, dermatophytes, mould, dimorphic fungal pathogens.

Netzsch Instruments
Address: Vigo Place, Aldridge, West Midlands, United Kingdom WS9 8UG
Tel: 01922 459006 Fax: 01922 453320
Web: www.netzsch-thermal-analysis.com Email: eileen.smith@netzsch.com
Contact: Eileen Smith

Company Profile
Netzsch Thermal Analysis -

NETZSCH Analysing and Testing – expertise in thermal analysis

Leading the world in thermal analysis , thermophysical properties measurement and contract testing.

We offer a complete line of instruments for research and quality control including:

DSC - Differential Scanning Calorimetry / Differential Thermal Analysis
TGA - Thermogravimetry
STA - Simultaneous Thermogravimetry - Differential Scanning Calorimetry
DIL, TMA , DMA - Dilatometry / Thermomechanical Analysis / Dynamic-Mechanical Analysis
DEA - Dielectric Analysis
Thermal Diffusivity / Thermal Conductivity - Including the The Laser Flash Method (LFA)
Refractory Testing
Gas Analysis / Couplings
Dilatometer , Evolved Gas Analysis with FTIR and Mass Spectrometer .
Micromet DEA - Cure Monitoring

Sample of the industries we serve includes:
Research / Development, Academia
Polymer Manufacturing and Processing
Pharmaceutical, Foods and Cosmetic Industries
Chemical Industry
Vehicle Construction
Electronics Industry
Metal Industry
Ceramics, Glass, and Building Materials Industries

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Opti-Pharma UK
Address: Lynwood house, 56 Lynwood Crescent, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, UK WF8 3QX
Tel: +44 0 1977 791302 Fax: +44 0 1977 791302
Contact: Keith O\'Brien

Company Profile
Require an upgrade to your existing system? We have drawn from the wealth of over 10 years industry experience to offer a complete design, repair & maintenance service. We specialise in providing electrical or mechanical solutions to all Fume extraction, Biological containment & Laminar airflow issues within the laboratory, clean room and manufacturing environments. Utilising the latest computer software coupled with our highly qualified experience, our engineers can bespoke design any system to your individual requirements. We also offer a validation service utilising calibrated equipment to qualify clients systems to meet all relevant standards i.e. COSHH/LEV, BS 7258, BS 5295, ISO 14644 etc.

Also, as we are well connected within the industry, we remove equipment for clients and have a facility available to provide renovation to systems. We maintain a stock of refurbished units available for sale and are able to offer considerable cost savings on these cabinets (from Fume Cupboards to Downflow Booths).

If you feel you have an issue within your working environment which Opti-Pharma (UK) are able to assist please call us and we will endeavour to provide a quotation/proposal to match your specific needs.

Complete our enquiry form and a member of our team will contact you in answer to your queries, or telephone our team on +44 (0)1977 791302.

Particle Technology Ltd
Address: Station Yard Industrial Estate, Hatton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom DE65 5DU
Tel: 01283 520365 Fax: 01283 520412
Contact:

Company Profile
Christison Particle Technologies Limited have more than 40 years experience in the supply of equipment for particle size reduction and particle size analysis including PSS single particle optical sizing and dynamic light scattering techniques for sizing down to nanometer scale; particle size and shape analysers; all types of sieves and sieve shakers, sonic and air jet sieves. MicroJet Processors for sub-micron dispersions, emulsions, liposomes and cell disruption. Christison M3 Mixermill, Christison M4 Planetary Mill. Jaw crushers, pulverisers and grinding media. LumiFuge analytical centrifuges for classification of stability and separation behaviour. We offer a reasonably priced Contract Service including particle size and shape analysis; material processing from a few grams to full production runs (we can emulsify, disperse, grind etc); small scale grinding down to analytical fineness. We have approval from the MHRA for Contract Sizing of Pharmaceutical Products

Primetek Solutions
Address: 2 Cranleigh Gardens, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom KT2 5TX
Tel: 020 8546 0869 Fax: 020 8546 9021
Contact:

Company Profile
Primetek Solutions (Kingston, England) is an international Marketing and Business Development consultancy specialising in laboratory, process and electro-optical instrumentation.

Formed in 1993, Primetek Solutions has worked with many satisfied clients in the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. In 1995 Primetek Solutions gained accreditation with the UK Training & Enterprise councils.

Drawing upon over 20 years experience of our target markets we specialise in providing European Business Development Consultancy & Services including: Marketing Consultancy, Market Research, Customer Perception Studies, Marketing & Promotional Support, PR, Technical Copy-writing, Business Development, Export Development, Distributor Search & Selection and Marketing Audits.
Since its conception over 80% of Primetek clients having returned for subsequent projects.

Why choose Primetek Solutions, in short a successful multi-disciplinary background in instrumentation, our cost effective associate structure and

Ravenfield Designs Ltd
Address: Russell Street, Heywood, Lancashire, United Kingdom OL10 1NX
Tel: 01706 369307 Fax: 01706 360472
Contact:

Company Profile
Designers and manufacturers of scientific instruments

ReAgent
Address: 18 Aston Field Road, White House Industrial Estate, Runcorn, Cheshire, UK WA7 3DL
Tel: +44 (01928) 716903 Fax: +44 (01928) 716425
Contact: Richard Hudson

Company Profile
ReAgent is specialist chemical manufacturer located in Runcorn, Cheshire. Our niche is manufacturing bespoke chemical products to precise customer specifications. We have the facility to produce a huge range of solutions, from individual sachets and ampoules to 1000L Industrial Bulk Containers. Our products and services include, but are not limited to:

Atomic Absorption Standards (AAS)/Standard Metal Solutions
Bespoke Chemicals/Tailor Made Solutions
Buffer Sachets
Buffer Solutions
Conductivity Standards
European Pharmacopoeia Reagents
Indicators
Karl Fischer Reagents
Mettalurgical Testing Solutions
Online Analyser and Process Reagents
Petrochemical Standards and Reagents
Standard Solutions
Sub Contract Manufacturing
Test Kits
Repacking Services
Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Standards
Turbidity Standards
Volumetric Solutions
Water Treatment Chemicals

Rubber Consultants
Address: Tun Abdul Razak Research Centre, Brickendonbury, Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom SG13 8NL
Tel: 01992 554657 Fax: 01992 504248
Contact: Mrs K Ward

Company Profile
Rubber Consultants is based at one of the world's leading research centres with over 60 years' experience. In addition to staff expertise in rubber science and technology, engineering materials, chemical testing and failure analysis, facilities are available as support services.

Scientifics Ltd.
Address: 500, London Road,, Derby, Derbyshire, Unite Kingdom DE24 8BQ
Tel: 01332 268440 Fax: 01332 268441
Contact: Deborah Brayshaw

Company Profile
Scientifics is a testing, analysis and consultancy business. Our expert advice, analysis and solutions enable organisations across the public, private and regulated sectors to operate safely adhere to legislation and meet their data requirements.
The organisation employs qualified and experienced staff, specialising in a broad range of disciplines.

Services include: oil condition monitoring, oil analysis, asbestos surveying, asbestos sampling and identification, forensic investigation, chemical analysis, drug and alcohol screening, expert consultancy in transport of dangerous goods, fire testing, optical design, measurement, testing and consultancy, coatings evaluation and testing, environmental emissions monitoring, contaminated land investigation, occupational exposure monitoring, metallurgical investigation, product testing, construction materials testing, gamma spectrometry, trace analyses of metals, dioxins and furans, PCBs/PAHs and radioactive species. Our nation-wide coverage allows a fast and efficient response and us to provide customers with a local contact for technical enquires for site visits and sample collections.

SOG Ltd
Address: The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn, Cheshire, UK WA7 4QX
Tel: 01928515988 Fax: 01928515158
Contact: Lesley Lunt

Company Profile
The Heath Business and Technical Park, owned and managed by SOG Ltd, provides serviced laboratory and office accommodation for more than 160 individual organisations, ranging from forensic science and IT specialists to research industries and chemical organisations.

Companies can also buy in specialist laboratory support services such as scientific glass blowing and precision engineering as well as join an existing impressive list of like businesses from a wide range of sectors.

The Heath's flexible space attitude and licence agreements means companies select and pay for only the services they require.

With excellent transport links and plenty of free car parking The Heath is an ideal location for your business.

Titian Software Ltd
Address: 2 Newhams Row, London, England SE1 3UZ
Tel: +44 (0)20 7367 6869 Fax: +44 (0)20 7367 6868
Contact: Richard Fry

Company Profile
Titian Software was founded in 1999 and specializes in sample management. We offer software products and consultancy services that help our clients to improve the supply of samples (compounds, reagents and biological samples) to their vital research processes.

Using our software, our customers see significant benefits in terms of the throughputs, response times, error rates, labor costs and sample conservation performance of their sample banks. We use our experience of integrating laboratory robotics into our systems to ensure that our clients make best use of their investment in automation.

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