Spill
Control, Clean Up, and Stabilizers
All of us at Electron Microscopy Sciences are concerned for the safety and well being of the microscopy community. For this reason we highly recommend the following publications regarding safety in the lab
- ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SAFETY HANDBOOK;
Vernon C. Barber and Deborah L. Clayton, Editors. San Francisco Press Inc., 1985 ISBN 0-911302-56-5 - ELECTRON MICROSCOPY PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES FOR BIOLOGISTS;
John J. Bozzala and Lonnie D. Russell. Jones and Bartlett Publishers., 1992 pp. 498-519.ISBN 0-86720-126-6 - SAFETY IN THE SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY LAB;
J. Bastacky and T.L. Hayes, Scanning 7:255-72., 1985
Lab-Sorb
Converts Liquid Waste to Solid Waste for Easy Disposal
Convenient – Includes extra durable disposal bags, super absorbant LabSorb granules and a convenient graduated scoop.
Prevents Spills – Reduces the possibility of accidentally spilling liquid waste in the lab. If spills do occur, use LabSorb for safe liquid containment during cleanup.*
Quick – Convert liquids to solids in seconds.
Adaptable – Apply to any volume of liquid waste including 500 ml, 600 ml, 1L and 2L vessels. jar of LabSorb can absorb up to 50 litres of liquid.
Versatile – LabSorb granules can rapidly absorb aqueous or mixed aqueous and organic solvent waste
| 68552-06 | Lab-Sorb Jar | 16 oz | $35.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-07 | Kit - Lab-Sorb 16 oz jar plus 25 small bags | each | 50.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-08 | Kit - Lab-Sorb 16 oz jar plus 25 medium bags | each | 50.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-09 | Kit - Lab-Sorb 16 oz jar plus 25 large bags | each | 50.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-10 | Variety kit - Lab-sorb plus 15 small, 10medium, and 5 large bags | each | 50.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-11 | 50 small (500 to 600 ml) bags | each | 30.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-12 | 50 medium (1 L) bags | each | 30.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68552-13 | 50 large (2 L) bags | each | 30.00 | Add to Cart |
Polyform-F™ Free-Flowing Granules
For Accidental Spills of Formaldehyde, Glutaraldehyde & other aldehyde solutions
Protection against formaldehyde and glutaraldehyde vapor has never been easier!
Polyform-F is the spill control product of choice for the safe and rapid control of harmful vapors from Formaldehyde, Glutaraldehyde, 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin, and other aldehydes, including Cidex-OPA and Formaldehyde based embalming solutions. Once Polyform-F free flowing granules are applied, the harmful vapors are eliminated in 2 to 3 minutes. Formaldehyde and other aldehyde solution are neutralized and polymerized. This safe reaction leaves a non-hazardous biodegradable polymer, safe and simple for personnel to clean up and dispose of.
Polyform-F may be used in conjunction with Formalex liquid control agent in a spray bottle, for very small spills, vapor control for trash cans, and for hard to reach areas affected by the spill, such as cabinet faces and drawers.
Perfect for use in
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| 68559-01 | Polyform-F Free-Flowing Granules | 32 oz | 21.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68559-02 | Polyform-F Free-Flowing Granules | 1 Gal | 54.00 | Add to Cart |
SRK™ Emergency Spill Response Kits
Ideal solution for small volume chemical users
These kits include Safety Goggles, Gloves, Waste Bags, a Broom/Pan Combination, along with either
Polyform-F™ – for use on formaldehyde and glutaraldehyde,
Solvent Handler – for use on solvent solutions, or
Acid Handler and Base Control – for use on X-Ray fluids, acid/fixer and base or caustic/developer solutions
These response kits are perfect for
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| 68560-01 | SRK Polyform-F Granular Shaker Bottles, 2 x 32 oz | kit | 76.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-02 | SRK Polyform-F Granular Dispenser Bottles, 2 x 1 gal | kit | 150.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-03 | SRK Solvent Handler Granular Shaker Bottles, 2 x 32 oz | kit | 118.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-04 | Solvent Handler Granular Shaker Bottle, 32 oz | each | 76.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-05 | SRK Solvent Handler Granular Shaker Bottles, 2 x 1 gal | kit | 350.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-06 | Solvent Handler Granular Shaker Bottle, 1 gal | each | 148.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-07 | SRK 2 x 32 oz Acid Handler and 2 x 32 oz Base Control Granular Shaker Bottles | kit | 118.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-08 | Acid Handler Granular Shaker Bottle, 32 oz | each | 20.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-09 | Base Control Granular Shaker Bottle, 32 oz | each | 20.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-11 | Acid Handler Granular Shaker Bottle, 1 gal | each | 58.00 | Add to Cart |
| 68560-12 | Base Control Granular Shaker Bottle, 1 gal | each | 58.00 | Add to Cart |
FAN Pad-GL™ Formaldehyde Absorbent Neutralizer Pads
Absorbs & Neutralizes Formaldehyde & Glutaraldehyde, destroying their hazardous vapors
These super absorbent pads are specially treated with Formalex and designed for the ultimate destruction of formaldehyde, 10% NBF formalin, and glutaraldehyde solutions. They were designed to facilitate the reduction of formaldehyde vapors by absorbing and neutralizing formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde and other aldehydes. They provide excellent vapor control during gross examination, dissecting, transporting, or transferring formalin fixed tissue. They are also used for vapor control in storage of formalin, formalin fixed tissue containers and for small formalin spills. Once the formalin solution is absorbed, the FAN Pad GL will convert formaldehyde and other aldehydes to a non-hazardous polymer, eliminating the source of harmful vapors making the work area a lot safer. Effective moist or dry, they are the safest and most effective method of controlling air quality in:
| Anatomy | Autopsy | Biology | Dermatology Labs |
| Embalming Suites | Endoscopy | Formalin Storage | G.I. Labs |
| Gross Dissection | Grossing Examination | Health Science Labs | Histology |
| Labor & Delivery | Morgue | Operating Room | Pathology |
| Research Labs | Small Spills | Specimen Storage | Specimen Transport |
| Tissue Storage | Tissue Transport |
Three Sizes Available
FAN PAD-GL™ Mini
Blue is an excellent background during tissue grossing. Each sheet absorbs & neutralizes up to 20 ml of 10% formalin.
Each Sheet Size: 11" x 10"
330 Absorbent Sheets/case
FAN PAD-GL™ Small
Absorbs & neutralizes up to 200 ml of 10% formalin.
Working Surface 6" x 14"
48 Super Absorbent Pads/case
FAN PAD-GL™ Large
Absorbs & neutralizes up to 400 ml of 10% formalin.
Working surface 9" x 21"
30 Super Absorbent Pads/case
Ordering
| Catalog # | Size | Price/case for 1-5 | Price/case for 6+ | |
| 63336-01 | FAN Pad-GL™ Mini (11" x 10") | 24.00 | 23.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63336-02 | FAN Pad-GL™ Small (6" x 14") | 25.00 | 24.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63336-03 | FAN Pad-GL™ Large (9" x 21") | 31.00 | 30.00 | Add to Cart |
FAN Pad-GL™ ULTRA Grossing Pads
A Unique Foundation for Specimen Dissection
A totally new & dry formaldehyde absorbent neutralizer pad. It provides a unique foundation for specimen dissection that absorbs and neutralizes formalin, destroying its harmful vapors while dissecting tissue. Designed to be dense enough to provide exceptional knife suppression, yet soft enough to reduce wear on dissecting blades.
- Desirable blue background for excellent tissue contrast
- Exceptional knife suppression while dissecting tissue
- Soft enough to reduce wear on dissecting blades
- Excellent formalin absorbent & neutralizer
More applications for reducing formalin vapors:
| Autopsy | G.I. Lab & Endoscopy | Labor & Delivery | Surgery & OR Suites |
| Specimen Storage Areas | Specimen Transport Boxes & Coolers | Specimen Transport Cart | Specimen/Biopsy Cassette Transfers |
Three Sizes Available
FAN PAD-GL™ ULTRA, Size: 8" x 11", will Absorb & Neutralize up to 100 ml of Formalin
FAN PAD-GL™ ULTRA, Size: 11" x 15", will Absorb & Neutralize up to 200 ml of Formalin
FAN PAD-GL™ ULTRA, Size: 15" x 20", will Absorb & Neutralize up to 250 ml of Formalin
Ordering
| 63337-01 | FAN Pad-GL™ ULTRA, 8" x 11" | 25/pk | 32.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63337-02 | FAN Pad-GL™ ULTRA, 11" x 15" | 25/pk | 50.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63337-03 | FAN Pad-GL™ ULTRA, 15" x 20" | 25/pk | 98.00 | Add to Cart |
FAN Pad-GL™ ELITE
Designed for those who prefer a dry formalin neutralizer pad
- Each pad is treated with a liquid formalin neutralizer, processed through a gentle drying process, maintaining the same neutralizing effectiveness as a moist pad
- Absorbs and neutralizes excess formalin
- Surface is cut-resistant and durable, providing an excellent grossing platform
- The medium blue color cutting surface is a key visual benefit providing good contrast while grossing tissue, even when working with the smallest biopsies
Three Sizes Available
FAN PAD-GL™ ELITE, Size: 8" x 11"
FAN PAD-GL™ ELITE, Size: 11" x 15"
FAN PAD-GL™ ELITE, Size: 15" x 20"
Ordering
| 63338-01 | FAN Pad-GL™ ELITE, 8" x 11" | 25/pk | 40.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63338-02 | FAN Pad-GL™ ELITE, 11" x 15" | 25/pk | 63.00 | Add to Cart |
| 63338-03 | FAN Pad-GL™ ELITE, 15" x 20" | 25/pk | 128.00 | Add to Cart |
Formalin Spill Control; F-gard- ER
For the handling and disposing of formaldehyde containing solutions. It immobilizes, cools, and contains spills. As well, it reduces the escape of formaldehyde gas and significantly reduces formalin concentration. F-gard- ER aids in reducing exposure to formaldehyde gases by immobilizing the formalin and transforming it to an easily removed semi-solid mass. The mass cools rapidly minimizing formaldehyde off-gassing.
| 24140-01 | Formalin Spill Control | 11oz | 22.00 | Add to Cart |
| 24140-06 | Formalin Spill Control | 6 x 11oz | 128.00 | Add to Cart |
Formaldehyde Spill Response™ Kit
This kit features FSC-1™ to aid in reducing exposure to formaldehyde gas in the event of a spill. The formalin is transformed into an easily removable semi solid mass. The resulting mass cools rapidly to minimize formaldehyde off gassing.
Kits Contains
- 1 – 11oz bottle of FSC-1™ solidifier (EMS #24140-01)
- 1 – Pair vented goggles
- 1 – Respirator
- 1 – Open backed gown to protect clothing
- 1 – Pair nitrile gloves
- 4 – Scoop/scrapers
- 3 – Wiper pads
- 4 – Thirty gallon bags
| 24141 | Formaldehyde Spill Response Kit in Hard case | each | 206.00 | Add to Cart |
| 24141-R | Formaldehyde Spill Response Kit, Refill | each | 166.00 | Add to Cart |
RED-Z - Fluid Control Solidifier
RED-Z will solidify any water base fluid at a ratio of ¾ oz to 1 full liter.
- Solidifies, decontaminates and deodorizers
- Contains chlorine (NaDCC) an EPA registered disinfectant - almost twice the amount recommended by the CDC
- An Alternate treatment to steam sterilization or incineration
- For blood and other body fluids
- Available in a pointed top bottle that fits easily in porthole containers and in a flip-top shaker top bottle for large spills.
| 24145-10 | Red-Z | 11 oz | 18.00 | Add to Cart |
| 24145-25 | Red-Z | 15 oz | 22.00 | Add to Cart |
SureSeal™ Sterile Sampling Bags
SureSeal™ Bags are gamma sterilized, leaving a virgin interior surface with no toxic residue from gas exposure. Samples can easily be collected by removing the tear strip above the wire closure and pulling on the two external grip tabs to open the mouth of the bag to the desired level. Using the grip tabs ensures sterility and eliminates the risk of contamination from finger contact. Then, introduce the sample into the bag, flip or fold the bag three times, bend the wires and your sample is secure inside the airtight and moisture-sealed bag.
SureSeal™ bags are made of virgin polyethylene for excellent clarity and stregth. They meet USDA, EPA and FDA standards and are sterile, RNase-free, DNase-free and non-pyrogenic. The PVC tab that surrounds the stainless steel wire is extended beyond the wire ends to eliminate the potential for punctures, scratched hands or ripped gloves due to exposure to uncovered wire ends.
Several sizes are supplied with a white printed area that eliminates tapes, labels, etc. and makes markings more longlasting, clearly visible and less prone to smearing. Although these bags can contain up to 55oz. (1600 ml), they fold completely flat and require very little storage space.
| 62311-01 | Sterile Bag, 2 oz, 127 x 76 mm | 500/pk | 67.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-02 | Sterile Bag, 4 oz, 178 x 76 mm | 500/pk | 68.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-03 | Sterile Bag, 4 oz, 178 x 76 mm, Printed | 500/pk | 75.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-04 | Sterile Bag, 18 oz, 229 x 114 mm | 500/pk | 88.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-05 | Sterile Bag, 18 oz, 229 x 114 mm, Printed | 500/pk | 108.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-06 | Sterile Bag, 27 oz, 304 x 114 mm | 500/pk | 125.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-07 | Sterile Bag, 36 oz, 381 x 114 mm | 500/pk | 142.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-08 | Sterile Bag, 55 oz, 300 x 180 mm | 250/pk | 149.00 | Add to Cart |
| 62311-09 | Sterile Bag, 55 oz, 300 x 180 mm, Printed | 250/pk | 175.00 | Add to Cart |
Ampoule Breaker; Soft Silicone
Reusable – Made from soft silicone. It offers a simple way to break pre-scored glass ampoules safely. Accommodates 5, 7, and 10 ml size ampoules. Reduces injury and spillage.
| 60600 | Ampoule Breaker | each | 16.00 | Add to Cart |
Ampoule Cracker™
The Ampoule Cracker™ is a disposable plastic fracture and safety collar, which is specially designed to aid in the breaking open of pre-scored glass ampoules. Simply slip the Ampoule Cracker™ over the top at the pre-scored portion, snap it, and discard both the ampoule top and the safety collar to prevent cross contamination.
| 60605-04 | Ampoule Cracker for Ampoule Size 1-4 ml | 500/pk | 41.00 | Add to Cart |
| 60605-10 | Ampoule Cracker for Ampoule Size 5-10 ml | 500/pk | 41.00 | Add to Cart |
| 60605-20 | Ampoule Cracker for Ampoule Size 10-20 ml | 500/pk | 77.00 | Add to Cart |
Break-Safe™ Ampoule Opener
EMS Introduces Break-Safe™ allowing you to safely open up to 3 ampoules at one time.
Box style design allows one handed opening of up to 3 ampoules at a time. Gently pressing down on the lid snaps ampoules necks clean while keeping them contained within the device and away from fingers. After removing ampoules contents, simply turn the device upside down over a trash receptacle to safely discard ampoules and tops.
Features
- Includes 4 inserts to allow opening of 1ml, 2ml, 5ml and 10 ml ampoules
- Open ampoules easily and safely
- Transparency allows unobstructed viewing of ampoules contents at all times
- Copolyester plastic construction has broad chemical resistance
| 60607 | Break-Safe™ Ampoule Opener | each | 47.00 | Add to Cart |
TubePopper®
For One-Handed Opening and Closing of Microtubes.
Improve Efficiency – Ring design allows researcher to wear the TubePopper on the pipetting hand while pipetting.
Finger Saving – "Pry open" design means tubes pop right open, saving your fingers from the repetitive stress of opening microtubes.
Snag-Free – Bottom portion of TubePopper allows caps to be pressed closed without snagging glove fingers.
Universal – Works with most flat-top and domed microtubes.
One Size Fits All – TubePopper can be worn on any finger so you can find the perfect pipetting fit.
| 70556-21 | TubePopper® | each | 20.00 | Add to Cart |
Purple/Gray
Purple/Gray, back
Yellow/Gray, front
Yellow/Gray, back
Silicone Lab Mats
Reusable, reliable, and reversible
These Lab Mats are made from a durable FDA approved silicone material that creates a stain resistant washable working surface to help keep benchtops clean and safe from stains, spills and wear. They will also save you waste and money by eliminating repeated purchases and disposal costs associated with disposable paper mats, making them a more environmentally friendly option. When finished with the mat, easily wipe it with any standard disinfectant or put in a dishwasher, to reuse later.
The mat features a large, anti-skid, working surface which helps keep items in place and prevents the lab mat from sliding out from underneath. The mat's surface is also noise dampening, reducing sound from the vibration of common benchtop equipment. It can be used with items such as centrifuges, vortex mixers, hot plates, stirrers, pipettes and so much more. When using magnetic stirrers, the mat has a designated area with internal metal inserts to keep stir bars from wandering around the working surface. It also features a lip design around the outer edge to help contain spillage that may occur, keeping benchtops safe and clean.
- Made from FDA food grade silicone
- Ideal for every type of laboratory and more specialized areas such as cold rooms, clean rooms, sterile suites and areas where high sterility is a requirement
- Protect countertops from hot items up to 200°C (392°F)
- General chemical resistance from moderate oxidizing chemicals, concentrated sodium hydroxide
- Not resistant to many solvents, oils, concentrated acids and dilute sodium hydroxide
- Operating Temp: -50°C to 200°C (-58°F to 392°F)
- Autoclavable at 121° for 15 minutes
- Washable
- Mat can be rolled up for compact storage
| 77516-01 | Silicone Lab Mat, Purple/Gray | each | 45.00 | Add to Cart |
| 77516-02 | Silicone Lab Mat, Yellow/Gray | each | 45.00 | Add to Cart |
Benchtop Mat
A flexible polyethylene film backing which has a highly absorbent upper surface which traps water, dyes, resins, solvents, and radioactive solutions. The sheets can be rolled up and discarded after use. Ideal for daily use in EM labs. Benchtop mat comes in a roll 20" (50.8cm) wide and 50 ft. (15.2m) long in a dispenser carton, or a cut size of 20"x24" sheets.
| 64445 | Benchtop Mat 50' roll | each | 67.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64446 | Benchtop Mat Cut Size 20"x24" | 100/bx | 232.00 | Add to Cart |
Spill Control Tray
The tray is made from vacuum formed polystyrene ½" (12.7 cm) deep with an external flange.The overall dimensions are 23"x27" (58x69cm). The tray accommodates our Benchtop mat (Cat. #64446). These trays are very useful in the biology or chemistry labs.
| 64448 | Spill Control Tray | each | 70.00 | Add to Cart |
Stabilizing Rings
Vinyl coated lead rings which stabilize glassware that is immersed in water baths; reduces tilting and chemical spills.
| Cat. # | Weight gm | I.D. mm | Fits Glassware | |||
| 64435 | 165 | 20 | 5-10 ml cylinders | each | 25.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64436 | 237 | 48 | 125-500 ml flasks | each | 23.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64437 | 454 | 56 | 250-1000 ml flasks | each | 33.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64438 | 681 | 61 | 500-2000 ml flasks | each | 38.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64439 | 908 | 74 | 1000-4000 ml flasks | each | 40.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64440 | Stabilizing Rings, assorted sizes | 5/pk | 126.00 | Add to Cart | ||
VIKEM® Vinyl Coated Lead Sheets
A soft lead sheet coated with Vikem vinyl has many uses for stabilizing laboratory equipment in water baths or any application where extra weight is needed. Small sheets are handy as a hold-down weight for note books, drawings or charts on the table top. Longer sheets may be bent into the shape of the glassware to keep them from sliding or tilting. Coated lead sheets are 0.085" (2.2 mm) thick.
| Catalog | Dimensions | Weight | Price | |||
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| 64434-01 | 2x7 | 51x178 | .36 | 163 | 33.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64434-02 | 4x7 | 102x178 | .72 | 326 | 33.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64434-03 | 2x12 | 51x305 | .62 | 281 | 48.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64434-04 | 6x16 | 152x406 | 2.47 | 1121 | 47.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64434-05 | 8x24 | 203x610 | 4.93 | 2238 | 187.00 | Add to Cart |
VIKEM® Vinyl Coated Lead Wire
This lead wire is ¼" (6.4 mm) in diameter and is coated with a chemical-resistant red Vikem vinyl. Its 12" (300 mm) length and its flexibility make it a very versatile weight. It can be coiled around a flask, beaker, or any other irregular shape. It weighs only ¼ lb (114g).
| 64443-00 | Vinyl Coated Lead Wire | each | 33.50 | Add to Cart |
Weighted Beaker Flask Holder
This weighted holder grips the beaker or flask firmly in four flared stainless steel prongs. The Vikem® vinyl-coated lead ring secured beneath the beaker keeps it immersed in water, providing a low center of gravity which allows water to circulate underneath the beaker.
| Catalog | Fits Beaker | Weight | Diameter | Price | |||
| Size ml | lb | gm | in | mm | each | ||
| 64441-01 | 100 | .36 | 165 | 2.4 | 60 | 109.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64441-02 | 250 | .5 | 237 | 3.2 | 80 | 117.00 | Add to Cart |
| 64441-04 | 1000 | 2.2 | 1 kg | 4.6 | 120 | 66.00 | Add to Cart |
Adjustable MAGic Clamp™
One adjustable clamp that accepts 125, 250 and 500 ml flasks. Magnetically attaches to shakers or incubator-shakers.* The patented design allows the user to simply rotate the lever to choose their desired size/position.
*Requires MAGic Clamp™ Platform
| 64441-11 | Adjustable MAGic Clamp™ | each | 42.00 | Add to Cart |
| 87010-03 | MAGic Clamp™ Platform | each | 209.00 | Add to Cart |
