covid-19 response
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Issue 4 2020
Wirsam’s laboratory testing equipment for COVID-19 W
irsam Scientific has a range of laboratory testing equipment to support your industry in response to COVID-19 including PPE, air permeability testers, sanitiser testing, Miele washers, dryers and labwashers. PPE Wirsam now supplies PPE and tools against Covid-19. The range includes reusable and disposable PPE for your laboratory and office requirements. From gloves, masks, isolation shields, surgical gowns and aprons, to handheld thermometers. There is also a choice of hands-free equipment to equip your space against COVID-19. This includes foot-controlled sanitiser dispensers, hands-free door openers, personal hooks, and footoperated water valves.
pressure/airflow rate of a face mask is suitable for use, conforming to ASTM F2100-19, MIL-M-36954C, EN14683-2019, CFR Part 84.180.
observe nanoparticle – pathogen interactions, where the nanomaterial is utilised for its anti-microbial properties or other applications.
Raman microscopy featuring EDF and HSI from CytoViva for virology applications Enhanced darkfield hyperspectral microscopy is used in an extensive range of microbiology and virology related applications. This can include the detection of these pathogens in blood, saliva, or other complex environments. Additionally, CytoViva technology can be used to
Sanitiser testing equipment Anton Paar’s density meters and refractometers can be used instead of the titration method, which can be tedious at times, to get a final concentration. This equipment is essential to the disinfectant industry with their current need for concentrated ethanol v/v%, IPA v/v%, hydrogen peroxide v/v%, and glycerol v/v% concentrations. There are various units that are capable of this analysis, ranging from
Air permeability (face mask) tester by Labthink By testing the performance of the textiles, manufacturers can make sure that their textiles live up to the high expectations on the market and that they are strong and flexible enough to do the job that they were designed for. The most common test types of textiles, fabrics, cloths, as well as some fibres, and include tear resistance, compressive strength, tensile strength, puncture resistance, as well as air permeability, thickness, coefficient of friction, etc. The TQD-G1 Air Permeability Tester and fixture is used to determine if the breath
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Miele professional machines The Miele washing machines and tumble dryers are specifically designed, built, and tested to meet the highest hygiene requirements. Proper and professional reprocessing of laundry, crockery, and medical equipment can help curb the spread of the virus and slow down the area of infection. By following the instructions set out by Miele, you can also be sure of deactivating and killing viruses and bacteria. Sterilisation of laundry, especially where health professionals meet the public for hospitals, schools, retirement homes, restaurants and laboratories will all benefit from the Miele Professional Machines. The Miele washer disinfectors can also be used in reprocessing singleuse protective equipment in the light of current exceptional circumstances. Protective equipment such as FFP2/ FFP3 masks, half-masks, protective goggles, and visors that are thermally resistant can be reprocessed in Miele washer-disinfectors. Hygienic reprocessing of hand disinfectant bottles can be achieved using Miele washer-disinfectors.
WIRSAM SCIENTIFIC Tel: (011) 482 1060 marketing@wirsam.com www.wirsam.com
Labotec’s response solution to COVID-19 pandemic abotec is proud to present a complete diagnostic solution to aid South Africa in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The range distributed includes premium quality RT-PCR, Antibody Rapid test kits and automated antibody diagnostic tests for use in diagnosing potentially positive COVID-19 patients.
portable (field units) to 6 decimal place, temperature-controlled benchtop units.
FDA / WHO Approved 3-Gene Multiplex RT-PCR Diagnostic Test Labotec, in collaboration with Liferiver, are distributing a 3-gene multiplex RT-PCR diagnostic test which is both FDA approved and officially backed by the World Health Organization (WHO). These RT-PCR tests use RNA isolated from sputum, swabs or whole blood to determine the level of activity of the
viral infection. Using the level of viral activity allows for a wider window of detection for the virus in active infections.
New COV-19 diagnostic test kit options from premium RT-PCR, antibody rapid tests to automated antibody tests
FDA Approved IgG And IgM Rapid Test Kits For vaccine purpose diagnostics, as well as businesses who are reopening, Labotec is now distributing two brands of FDA approved IgG and IgM rapid test kits. Labotec, in collaboration with VWR International, is distributing the Clarity and SureScreen rapid test kits. These fast and accurate diagnostic tools are able to provide repeatable results in under 15 minutes using either whole blood or serum sample types.
Automated IgG And IgM Serology Based Diagnostic Test and System For those looking at automated diagnostic tools, Labotec and Accelerate Diagnostics have partnered to distribute an automated IgG and IgM serology based diagnostic test and system, namely the Bio-Check MS-FAST and the Bio-Check SARS-CoV-2 tests. This test is a chemiluminescent assay for the detection of SARS CoV-2-specific combination of IgG and IgM in the serum of patients who meet CDC SARS-CoV-2 clinical criteria. This automated diagnostic tool can provide results of eight blood, serum, or plasma samples in under 30 minutes and is perfect for vaccine trail experimentation or diagnostic purposes. The combined power of these diagnostic tools allows for the diagnosis of COVID-19 from Day 1 of infection until even after the infection has dissipated. Contact Labotec to discuss which alternative will be most suitable for testing in various situations across multiple patients and geographies, and help prevent the further spread of COVID-19. LABOTEC (PTY) LTD JHB: (011) 315 5434 CPT: (021) 531 7660 DBN: (031) 566 4870 Fax: (011) 315 5882 sales@labotec.co.za www.labotec.co.za
