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Former MJ distributor enters thermal cycler market
with "credit-crunching" GS-482
Dual block cycling for under Euros 5k - G-Storm GS482 meets growing need for
“personal” instruments
Braintree, UK, May 27, 2009: Gene Technologies
Ltd, the UK-based life sciences instrumentation manufacturer today announced the
launch of the GS-482, the latest thermal cycler in the highly successful G-Storm
range. In the current difficult climate, the GS 482 thermal cycler is an ideal
solution for scientists looking to maximise their research funds, offering for
the first time dual block functionality for under Euros 5000.
The “dual block” is actually two independent 48-well peltier thermal blocks.
Both have sprung heated lids that are able to adapt to 0.2ml tubes and strips,
as well as high-profile 48-well plates. This enables the GS482 to run two
programmes either independently or simultaneously.
In addition, the GS482 has the ability to run gradient programs on either both
or individual thermal blocks as a standard feature. Users simply enter a
gradient step into the chosen protocol, and the GS482 generates a gradient over
8 columns per block.
The GS482 uses Windows CE as its operating platform with a 3.5” full colour
touch screen to control the onboard, icon driven software. Users have the choice
to enter programs manually or utilise the built-in Program Wizard. The Program
Wizard function and in-built primer algorithms also remove the requirement to
manually calculate the ideal protocol for PCR experiments.
According to Managing Director Simon Nicklin, the GS-482 is a result of direct
market feedback: “Through our large and diverse installed base, we are able to
closely monitor trends in thermal cycler usage. We believe the GS482 is the
ideal system for labs requiring a solution for low to medium throughput PCR
and/or multi-user functionality – and as an added bonus in these difficult times
comes in at well under Euros 5000.”
GS-482 along with other G-Storm thermal cyclers available from Gene Technologies
worldwide distribution partners.
Further information on the GS482 can be found at
www.g-stormcycler.com .
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About Gene Technologies
Gene Technologies Ltd is a privately owned biotechnology company that develops,
manufactures and markets unique and innovative systems, consumables and reagents
for the life science research marketplace.
Core technologies include the development and production of peltier-driven
thermal cyclers. Gene Technologies’ position in the global biotechnology
marketplace enables continuous and rapid in-house innovation and product
development.
From project inception, research and development, design and manufacturing, Gene
Technologies strives towards the highest quality control standards, product
reliability and future product development. Gene Technologies has significant
personnel experience in providing the scientific market place with the very
latest in biotech systems. Gene Technologies’ products aim to enable
biotechnologists to perform cutting edge research and push the boundaries of
scientific advancement. Gene Technologies is part of the GRI Group.
Gene Technologies
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