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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 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?

What is laser ablation and why you need a nitrogen generator

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.

Gas Chromatography Investigates the Presence of Sugars in Meteorites

With the help of gas chromatography, for the first time ever, researchers at Tohoku University in Japan have discovered the presence of sugar molecules in meteorites.

Smaller, Simpler, Safer: Streamline your GC workflow with Precision Hydrogen SL

With Precision Hydrogen SL, Peak Scientific has engineered a state-of-the-art gas generator for labs requiring hydrogen gas to support their GC flame detector, creating a more streamlined solution for the lab's workflow.

Using a Hydrogen Generator for GC-FID in FLNG Facilities

Gas-fired electrical power is now a growing energy market in Japan, following the 2011 Tahoku earthquake and tsunami which led to the Daiichi nuclear disaster.

Kelsey MacDonald's 2019 season approaches its end

Kelsey MacDonald's 2019 season is nearing its end as the year comes to a close. Three of Kelsey's higher profiled events and prize funds allowed her to jump into 32nd spot on the ladies' order of merit.

Smaller, simpler, safer: Hydrogen Gas Safety with Precision Hydrogen SL

Only one button for start-up and shutdown, with easy user maintenance performed in just one minute - Precision Hydrogen SL is gas generation made simple. But not when it comes to safety.

The Road to 500 - Employees at Peak

As 2019 is drawing to a close, we're looking back at this year's achievements, and our 500-employee milestone is one that tops the list.

Gin in the lab: Using GC for gin distillation analysis

No matter the season, come rain or shine, gin is always in. As a refreshing beverage at a bar by the beach or a soothing winter drink by an open fire at home, gin is so versatile it's hard not to find a perfect occasion for it.