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Balances

Balances are measuring devices for instruments used to determine mass or weight. They are important in laboratories because they show the outcome or result of a process or test. Accuracy or precision is vital especially when working with small traces of elements or compounds. Balances should be calibrated regularly to make sure they are giving accurate readings. There are a variety of balances used in laboratories. The first is the beam balance which uses a comparative technical in the form of a beam from which a weighing pan or scale is suspended. Four-beam and triple-beam versions are also available. The analytical balance offers greater precision and consists of a see-through enclosure with doors so dust does not collect or air currents affect the delicate balance. The two-pan balance is made up of a symmetrical beam which acts as a pivot. The electronic single-pan uses an electromagnetic force compensation unit for measuring. The micro balance is suitable for smaller amounts and can contain a quartz crystal. Balances are essential pieces of equipment in both educational and research laboratories. They are equally vital for testing the batch consistency of formulas and quality control in industry since errors in measurements cannot be allowed.

  • AML Instruments Ltd

    AML Instruments Ltd

    AML Instruments are a family run business offering instrumentation, UKAS ISO 17025 calibration, service, repair, spare parts and support for a wide range of instruments / test equipment used in a variety of industries and applications.

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  • Lab Unlimited UK

    Lab Unlimited UK

    The Carl Stuart Group was founded in 1984 by Stuart and Gillian Smith. From a small beginning our business has grown to encompass many services and products, covering different market sectors and geographical regions. The focus of our business, however, remains the same. We are a customer orientated company and strive to meet and exceed your expectations in everything we do.

    As our portfolio grew we decided to present and promote our product and technical service offerings under distinct brands.  The Laboratory instrumentation, consumables and technical & integration services are promoted under Lab Unlimited.

    The Lab Unlimited product portfolio offers laboratory/analytical products from more than four hundred leading manufacturers. A substantial part of this offering is published on this very site. We also produce a printed catalogue that can be requested by emailing us.

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  • Labtek Services Ltd

    Labtek Services Ltd

    Labtek Services Ltd established in 1987 this year celebrates 30years supplying the Laboratory & Quality control environments. We work with suppliers from around the world to provide our clients with the highest quality of product at the most competitive price.Specialists in the Food & Beverage & Dairy Industries our client base ranges from the small independant processor to the Multi-National organisations. LABTEK Services is ISO9001:2015

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