Glass Knives Maker, Tissue Embedding, and Slide Stainer

Histology Ralph Glass Knife Maker

Model EMS-2

Precision designed, easy to use, reliable knife maker to produce 38 mm (1-5/16") wide Ralph glass knives when used with EMS histology grade microtomy glass or any other 5.8 mm to 6.2 mm thick quality glass strips. This glass knife maker will automatically compensate for changes in thickness of the glass strips (typically 5.8 mm to 6.2 mm thick).

Histology Ralph Knife-Maker

Model EMS-1

Rugged designed, easy to use, reliable glass knife maker to produce 38 mm (1-5/16") wide Ralph glass knives when used with EMS histology grade of microtomy glass or any other 6 mm thick quality glass strips. These Ralph glass knives can be used on Rotary or Retracting Microtomes, for sectioning paraffin, JB-4 or methyl methacrylate specimen blocks.

Glass Knives Making Supplies

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TEC-III™ Tissue Embedding Center

Embed tissue samples and create paraffin embedded tissue blocks efficiently, comfortably and without error.

TEC-III Tissue Embedding Center is microprocessor controlled and built to provide years of reliable operation. Its 3-module design features a Dispensing console, Thermal console and Cold plate console. The low work surface with integrated paraffin block de-waxer, helps to speed up workflow. Technicians will appreciate user friendly membrane switches, the ample 5-liter paraffin reservoir, a heated dispenser nozzle, self-draining heated forceps holders and a cold spot. It includes removable base mold and cassette trays that are independently heated in their own compartments.

The Cold Plate features a large, non-stick surface for cooling paraffin embedded blocks. Temperature can be controlled from 37 to -12°C. The unit features programmable operating times including automatic start and paraffin standby. All heated surfaces are independently controlled and range in temperature from 40 to 75°C.

Features

• Microprocessor controlled for dependability and performance
• Triple module design
• Low and flat work-surface which facilitates operator efficiency
• User friendly membrane switches
• 5-liter capacity paraffin reservoir which minimizes refilling frequency
• Heated forceps warmer and illuminated paraffin dispenser enhance user friendliness
• Warming oven with removable shelf with convenient access to preheated base mold
• Wax bath complete with drainage shelf, debris screen, and hinged lid
• Heated work area provides a flat working surface with the excess paraffin draining under the surface into the wax bath
• Hand and foot switches for activating the dispensing head
• Generous illumination
• The cold plate holds up to 60 blocks worth of compressor cooled working surface with removable stainless steel drainage tray beneath
• Tactile membrane touch-pad for easy temperature setting and monitoring
• Spacious Storage Keeps Up To 600 Cassettes Ready For Embedding
• Accommodates any cassette, includng specially-sized “megacassettes”
• Two built-in paraffin trimmers
• Full one year warranty

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HistoPro® 200 Paraffin Infiltration Processor

HistoPro® 200 offers unique reagent / paraffin infiltration capability with programmable processing time, temperature, agitation and vacuum in an easy to use, compact, cost conscious package.

Features

• Up to 100 Cassettes
• 2.0 Liter Reagent / Paraffin Capacity
• Compact Footprint: Only 9" wide x 20" depth
• Programmable Processing Time
• Programmable Processing Temperature
• Programmable Vacuum Cycle

Designed and Made in U.S.A.

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THE EMS Tissue Embedding Center

The Histo-Pro 150 offers superior operating convenience for tissue embedding processes in a modular ergonomic design.

Features

• Two Module system
• All stainless steel work surfaces
• User friendly proprietary PAT interface
• Large cold plate and cassette bath
• Fully programmable time and temperature
• Adjustable paraffin flow rate
• Self draining forceps holder
• Auto Defrosting cold plate
• Four Liter paraffin tank
• Ability to turn on automatically

Specifications Histo Pro 150H Hot Module

Specifications Histo Pro 150CS Cold Module

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Midas® III-Plus Automated Stainer

Automated slide stainer for hematology and bacteriology

The Midas III-Plus Automated Stainer lets you automate all hematology and bacteriology staining applications. Since the unit is fully programmable, you can replicate your existing staining techniques to ensure consistent results for your peripheral blood and bone marrow smears, as well as your bacteriological smears.

Features

• Small footprint and low maintenance
• Up to 30 slides or coverslips uniformly stained in minutes
• Medium-throughput staining up to 1,000 slides per day
• Automatic electronic self-test at start up
• Versatile stainer with 9 user-defined programs each containing up to 29 possible processing steps
• Ideally suited for Wright, Giemsa, Wright-Giemsa, Pappenheim, Hemacolor® and Leishman staining of blood and bone marrow smears
• Ease of use for Gram, Kinyoun, and AFB staining applications
• Full one year warranty

Application

The Midas III-Plus Automated Stainer gives you the ability to automate all hematology and bacteriology staining applications. Since the unit is fully programmable, you can duplicate your existing staining techniques and ensure consistent results for your peripheral blood and bone marrow smears as well as your bacteriological smears.

The Midas III-Plus Automated Stainer has a small footprint. Designed to perform routine hematology and bacteriology staining effortlessly, it uses the dip slide staining technique which ensures uniform staining for every sample and reduces stain consumption up to 50%.

This versatile automated stainer combines the reliable electronics and mechanics of the original Midas III Stainer, now with a new optional plastic hood enclosure to make your laboratory a safer environment. Ideally suited for staining up to 1,000 slides per day, this stainer will become the new workhorse of your hematology/bacteriology lab.

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The EMS 3030 Histo Pro H and ESlide Stainer

The EMS slide stainer offers the end user the ability to have a stainer with 30 stations and a continuous load option with multiple protocols. This state of the art stainer which is only 32" long has a built in fume extraction as well as the ability to connect to a lab fume hood.

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HistoPro® 414 Linear Slide Stainer

HistoPro® 414 offers consistent staining of slides in an easy to use compact, cost conscious package. It is ideal for Mohs techniques, Special Stains, and general surgical pathology frozen sections.

Key Features and Benefits

• Fits On Top of Most Cryostats
• Ideal for H&E Stains Up to 4 Slides at a Time Per Slide Carrier
• Continuous Loading Feature to Keep Up with Lab Demand
• Programmable Station Timing from 2 to 300 Seconds
• 14 Reagent Stations Including 3 Running Rinse Water Stations
• Holding Station for 16 Processed Slides
• Only 50 ml Per Reagent Container
• Up to 900 Slides Per Hour at 10 Sec Station Time
• Designed and Manufactured in the USA

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Histo-Tek® SL Slide Stainer

Automated Slide Staining for Low Volume Labs.

Introducing Histo-Tek® SL, an automated slide stainer that offers a new level of convenience and standardization for low-volume labs.

The Histo-Tek® SL provides reliable automated slide staining with countertop convenience. Able to stain up to 100 slides per hour, the Histo-Tek® SL eliminates labor-intensive manual staining while standardizing the process for optimal quality and error reduction.

The Histo-Tek® SL features 15 programmable staining protocols with up to 35 steps each for maximum flexibility. Protocols can be saved and shared across multiple devices via USB drive for complete slide staining standardization.

Key Features and Benefits

• Stains ~100 slides per hour
• Eliminates labor intensive hand staining
• Smaller footprint fits most countertops
• Standardizes the staining process for optimal quality error reduction
• 22 Stain Reservoirs for many staining protocols
• Bi-directional robotic arm allows for progressive and regressive staining protocols
• Two plumbed rinse stations for wash flexibility
• 30 slides per arm movement for small batch control
• Charcoal filter or optional vent kit
• 15 easily programmable staining protocols with 1-35 steps each for maximum staining flexibility
• Optional special stain reservoirs
• Save staining programs onto a USB drive for multiple Histo-Tek® SL Stainers
• Tinted fume cover to protect from UV light

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Accessories and consumables for the Histo-Tek® SL Slide Stainer

Cryostat Section Preparation Aids