If your lab is looking to remain as efficient or eco-friendly as possible, there are specific guidelines in place to guarantee you meet your goal. Essentially, if you place a high priority on smooth operations, there are five critical tenets to keep in mind. In this post, we’ll explore the five tenets of lab maintenance. … Read more
All of our services at Cryostar, from lab equipment calibration to repairs, are about keeping laboratories working to their highest potential. Obviously, all lab employees know how complex and expensive their equipment is. Therefore, it’s important to make sure it’s being cared for. Otherwise, costly and disruptive problems can occur. Does your lab have a … Read more
One of the most notable scientific devices is the biological safety cabinet (BSC). Of course, these fulfill a dual purpose of keeping workers safe while also maintaining quality. It’s one of the instruments that are vital enough to need regular certification. But, what exactly do labs use biological safety cabinets (BSC) for? In this post, … Read more
Laboratory refrigerators are meant for long-term, reliable storage of temperature-sensitive samples. Just like any lab equipment, failing to follow proper maintenance practices could lead to malfunctioning or failure. To maximize the efficiency of lab refrigerators, the devices have to operate properly using the correct maintenance practices. So, how do you keep your unit clean, improve … Read more
The lab freezers you choose for your lab rely on a gasket to maintain a seal on the door. This will keep cool air inside, and hot air out. A freezer gasket seal that isn’t working properly can have a massive impact on your freezer’s efficiency. As a result, your lab may experience severe setbacks. … Read more
Originally posted on November 8, 2019, this post has been updated for accuracy and relevancy. In most scientific industries, data is the primary incentive governing everyday work. Therefore, labs use complex, expensive equipment to produce reliable readings. Of course, many scientists affirm that science is only as good as the tools of the scientist. As … Read more
A lab’s ULT freezer is critical to your work. However, what do you do when it stops working? How do you properly diagnose its error? What should you be checking if it starts malfunctioning? In this post, we’ll discuss what you should do when your lab’s ultra-low temperature freezer malfunctions. At Cryostar Industries, we know … Read more
In the fast-paced world of laboratory operations, minimizing equipment downtime is crucial to maintaining efficiency and productivity. Cryostar Industries, a Long Island-based company, specializes in laboratory equipment calibration and repairs, serving the tri-state area. In this blog post, we’ll explore five essential steps to help laboratories reduce equipment downtime and boost overall productivity by leveraging … Read more
For hospitals and labs, ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezer efficiency is incredibly important. With the COVID-19 vaccination being distributed, clinics need to make sure they have the right storage capacity in their ULT freezers. In addition, filling the freezer with maximum efficiency in mind will also provide your facility with some significant benefits. Did you know … Read more
Our previous blog post explained the ways to keep your lab’s incubator in great shape. However, what’s the best way to keep your CO2 incubator clean? Obviously, an incubator’s purpose is to foster an environment ideal for specimen growth. Therefore, it’s critical to keep them sanitary. In order to properly store and develop tissue cultures, … Read more