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Why 121°C? and Other Burning Autoclave Questions
If you’re relatively new to the world of autoclaving (a.k.a. steam sterilization), you might have some basic questions about how lab autoclaves work to sterilize things like glassware and culture media.
How To Sterilize Brewing Equipment
Efficient brewery sterilization methods can mean the difference in your great tasting, quality beer hitting the taps or shelves, and ending up in the hands of your customers.
How Does an Autoclave Work?
An autoclave is a common piece of laboratory equipment that works to sterilize lab media using three primary components: temperature (heat), pressure, and steam. They are commonly found in research, pharmaceutical, and medical laboratories.
What Can Be Autoclaved?
In this article, we’ll explore some of the common—and not-so-common—uses for steam sterilization, a.k.a. autoclaving.
How to Sterilize and Dispose Plastic Agar Plates and Petri Dishes
Standard protocol requires the use of autoclaves to sterilize agar plates, as only high heat and pressure can effectively kill the full range of microorganisms, which can persist even under unusually harsh conditions.
Fast and Cost-Effective Autoclave Scale-Up for Antibody Production Research
Top-loading autoclaves are effective solutions for sterilizing bioreactors and fermentors used in antibody production.
Autoclaves for Start-Ups
Biotech startups require autoclaves that are compact, high-capacity, easy to install/maintain, and low cost. Explore the options here.
How Much Does an Autoclave Really Cost? (Hint: The Purchase Price Is Just Part of It)
Shopping for an autoclave? Chances are this is your first time or you’re not satisfied with the autoclave you have and the price you paid.
Types of Autoclaves (Gravity vs. Vacuum Autoclaves) and Their Advantages
Autoclaves function primarily through either gravity or vacuum-induced or pre-vacuum (prevac) sterilization methods, though some types of autoclaves combine both methods to sterilize. This article will outline the basic function of these autoclaves and list the types of sterilization media most associated with each type of autoclave.
Top-Loading Autoclaves for Bioreactor and Fermentor Sterilization
Top-loading autoclaves can be an affordable and utilitarian alternative for sterilizing bioreactors and fermentors, especially for smaller laboratories
Proper Sterilization and Disposal of Biohazardous Waste in Coronavirus (COVID-19) Research and Testing
As a distributor of laboratory autoclave sterilizers, which can be used for decontamination of biowaste to prevent dispersal of biohazardous material, we have been closely monitoring developments with the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV / SARS-CoV-2), also known as COVID-19.
VLOG: Top 5 Things to Look for when Choosing an Autoclave Sterilizer
Choosing an autoclave sterilizer can be a daunting task, especially given the wide range of considerations and the sheer number of autoclaves on the market from which to choose. Below are the top 5 things to look for when selecting your next autoclave.
How to set up your Laboratory; choosing a centrifuge.
Confused with buying a centrifuge? We’ve got you covered. Read this how-to post on choosing centrifuges to learn about various features and what to watch out for during your purchase!
How to set up your laboratory; choosing an autoclave.
Tasked with buying an autoclave? We’ve got you covered. Read this how-to post on choosing autoclaves to learn about the sterilization process and what to watch out for during your purchase!
TOMY Autoclaves at ISSCR 2019
TOMY Autoclaves at the ISSCR 2019 Annual Meeting in Los AngelesTOMY exhibited its autoclaves at the 2019 ISSCR (International Society for Stem Cell Research) Annual Meeting in Los Angeles from June 26-29. Researchers were interested in the versatility and numerous...
TOMY Autoclave Now in BioLabs
TOMY welcomes our new partners - BioLabs San Diego! TOMY wishes to send a warm welcome to BioLabs San Diego in bringing the TOMY SX-Series Autoclave Sterilizer on board their operations! BioLabs is a nationwide organization of co-working spaces that provides...
What Type of Water Should be Used with an Autoclave?
When using an autoclave the question that everyone wants to have answered is what type of water should be used with an autoclave. This depends on the type of autoclave that one uses. With certain types of autoclaves that are hooked into house water or steam, there...
Where Can I Repair my TOMY Autoclave or Centrifuge?
Announcing the TOMY Nationwide Repair and Maintenance Network Thank you for your continued support of TOMY autoclaves, centrifuges, and other laboratory equipment. If you were wondering where to have your TOMY autoclave, centrifuge, or other equipment repaired,...
How to Choose the Best Autoclave
Autoclave sterilizers are essential for almost any type of laboratory and it is crucial to choose the best autoclave that suits your needs. Because autoclaves come in many shapes and sizes, it can be overwhelming to make the right selection and stressful wondering whether you have made the correct decision.
TOMY Centrifuge Raffle Winner at NIH Spring Vendor Show 5/23-24, 2018
Hi, thank you for attending the NIH Spring Vendor Show- please watch the following video to see if you’re the winner of the TOMY Multi Spin Centrifuge
Autoclave Maintenance- Proper Usage and Cleaning for Autoclave Performance and Longevity
A clean and well-maintained autoclave is key to keeping a sterile, well-functioning (and happy) laboratory environment. These tips and tricks on the proper water mixture, as well as cleaning and maintaining your autoclave, can help ensure the proper function of your autoclave and keep it running.
Congratulations to our TOMY Multi Spin Centrifuge Winner
Congratulations to Roy Miller, Lab Manager/Staff Research Associate at UC San Diego’s Insel Lab, for winning our Tomy Mini Centrifuge giveaway at the Biotechnology Vendor Showcase held at UCSD on February 15, 2018.
TOMY Multi Spin Micro Centrifuge Raffle Winner at UC-San Diego Biotech Vendor Showcase
Thank you to everyone who came by the Amuza booth at the Biotechnology Vendor Showcase at UC-San Diego on February 15, 2018! Please watch the video to see if YOU are the lucky winner of the Free Tomy MultiSpin Cordless Micro Centrifuge giveaway raffle. If you are the...
How to Autoclave at High Altitudes- The Guide to High Altitude Sterilization
High-altitude reprogramming is necessary for all autoclaves when operating at 1,200 m or more above sea level, which can inevitably lead to improper sterilization and safety issues.
Congratulations to our TOMY Centrifuge giveaway winner
Congratulations to Mayumi of Scripps Research Institute in San Diego for winning the Tomy mini centrifuge in Amuza’s raffle giveaway!
TOMY Multi Spin or One Spin Mini Centrifuge Giveaway
Visit the link to see if you are the winner of the Tomy Multispin or OneSpin Mini Centrifuge!
What is an Autoclave?
An autoclave is a piece of equipment that sterilizes instruments and solid / liquid media, including biological waste matter through the application of highly saturated steam. Autoclaves are used in laboratories, industrial settings and other places that require sterilization, ie. inactivation of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microorganisms.
Announcing the Winner of the Multi Spin Centrifuge!
Thank you to everyone who came by the Amuza booth at the Biotechnology Vendor Showcase at UC-San Diego on August 24, 2017! Please watch the video to see if YOU are the lucky winner of the Free Tomy MultiSpin Cordless Micro Centrifuge giveaway.
Service Notice TOMY Centrifuges
TOMY will be conducting work on certain models of the TOMY MX-Series High-Speed Refrigerated Micro Centrifuge and the TOMY MicroTwin Refrigerated Tabletop Micro Centrifuge.
