Dr Nicole Pendini, Acting General Manager for Oceania selected as veski inspiring women STEM sidebyside participant

Using gas chromatography, a team of researchers from the University of Bordeaux recently discovered new compounds which contribute to an aged Cognac’s intricate aroma – new and exciting insight into what makes cognac the real deal. 

Using gas chromatography, a team of researchers from the University of Bordeaux recently discovered new compounds which contribute to an aged Cognac’s intricate aroma – new and exciting insight into what makes cognac the real deal.

Why switch from helium to hydrogen gas for GC?

Helium is commonly used in gas chromatography (GC) as a carrier gas, offering good separation results. However, helium gas is a finite resource with a fluctuating price tag as its availability continues to decrease.

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak visits Peak Scientific

Peak Scientific welcomed the Rt Hon Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer on Friday 7 August 2020.

Peak Scientific introduces new gas generator & bench solutions for the SCIEX 7500 LC-MS system

Peak Scientific, the global leader in gas generation for laboratories, today introduced its latest nitrogen gas generator innovations with the launch of a new suite of products engineered to support SCIEX’s newly released Mass Spectrometry platforms.

Newly Founded Research Group Uses AP-MS to Reveal Drug Targets for Covid-19

QCRG, a newly formed research team, is a collaborative effort between 22 research labs from the University of California, San Francisco, consisting of researchers investigating Covid-19. In a recent proteomics study, the team used affinity purification–mass spectrometry (AP-MS) to uncover new insights into effective molecular targeting.

What is the cost of lab N2 gas in Australia?

A nitrogen cylinder delivery contract may seem like the easiest way to manage your laboratory budget, however, the purchase of a nitrogen gas generator is a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to secure ongoing nitrogen gas supply.

Analyzing alcohol-based hand sanitizers using a hydrogen gas generator for GC

Suppliers of alcohol-based hand sanitizers need to guarantee the effectiveness of their products against viruses such as covid-19, using gas chromatography as the main testing method to assess the quality of their products. Learn more about using a hydrogen gas generator for GC carrier gas and FID when performing such analysis.

Peak Gas Generation announces launch of new i-Flow O2 oxygen gas generator

Peak Gas Generation, parent brand of Peak Scientific and global leader in on-site gas generation for manufacturing and processing industries, has launched its very first oxygen gas generator, the i-Flow O2, to add to its already successful i-Flow range of nitrogen gas generators.

Peak Scientific gets stellar ratings from SelectScience reviewers

Our customers’ opinion matters to us. That’s why we make sure our products can be reviewed independently online on SelectScience for users who want to share their experience using Peak generators and services.

Peak Scientific releases new Total Organic Carbon generator, the TOC 1000

On the 1st of May 2020, Peak Scientific, market leader in laboratory gas generators, released its latest gas solution specifically for TOC analyzers, the TOC 1000.

Nitrogen Gas Generator Compressor Technology - How does it work?

From cost savings to consistent purity -  the benefits of an on-site nitrogen generator are numerous for labs requiring a reliable source of nitrogen gas. A common type of such nitrogen gas generators is one with one or more integrated compressors. But how do compressor-based nitrogen gas generators actually work?

Laser Ablation

Laser ablation is becoming a popular technique for direct solid sampling in analytical chemistry. But what exactly is laser ablation and why would you need a nitrogen generator for it?

What to consider when buying a hydrogen generator for GC

Hydrogen gas has many uses in the lab. Often required as a carrier gas or a fuel gas in GC applications, hydrogen supplied by an on-site hydrogen generator is the safer and cost-effective alternative to pressurized cylinders. But which H2 generator should you opt for?

Lab Gas Price Bulletin February 2020

As we enter 2020, reports on the helium crisis predict the shortage will ease by the second half of the year but this does not mean that it will be disappear - it’s actually anticipated to go on until 2021.

Kevin in Rwanda: Football and Community Development

With the help of Peak Scientific, earlier this month, Kevin Bathgate, Northern European Commercial Manager at Peak, packed his bags and took his passion for football with him to Rwanda to help raise awareness about the importance of physical education and the many health and community benefits it brings with it.

GC Reveals Why Orchids Could be the Future of Mosquito Repellents

A recent study revealed how strong the attraction of flowers can be to mosquitoes. What the GC analysis in the study also showed is that some chemicals present in a specific specie of orchids can repel mosquitoes by their scent – could this help in the development of improved repellent products?

Kelsey MacDonald's 2019 Season Comes to an End with a Bang

Kelsey MacDonald gives us an update on her most successful Season yet: 23 places on the ladies European tour, finishing 30th on the Order of Merit, giving her a great category to play in the limited field events in 2020!

Gingerol: The Chemistry Behind Ginger

Ginger is a popular spice now a major part of Christmas tradition in the form of gingerbread. But what makes ginger flavour so pungent? Chemistry explains.

How Does an FID Work?

An FID, or Flame Ionization Detector, is the most common detector paired with gas chromatography instruments for analytical applications.

Could LC-MS help control Malaria?

A team from the University of Camerino in Italy, recently used LC-MS/MS to identify killer toxins to discover new opportunities for controlling Malaria - a deadly infectious disease common in a number of tropical and subtropical countries.