Ever wish you could just be done with glass vials? It has long been a popular opinion that well plates are cheaper and simpler to use than individual glass vials. Glass vial production can be inconsistent and recent events have even made it hard to find a reliable supplier. Many customers dream of switching to well plates for the benefits of robotic handling automation or having the ability for multi pipette use. Unfortunately, the cost effective plastic plates can’t always be used as a su...

At CRS we have several customizable filter options to fit your specific application. We have outlined some common questions in the selection process. We have filters that remove oxygen, moisture, hydrocarbons, carbon dioxide, and combo filters that remove several of these impurities. Other contaminants can be removed in trace amounts such as halogenated compounds, ammonia.

Quick Connect (QC) Fittings are rising in popularity. There are many fitting types available for gas filters, but these are specifically used to provide fast and efficient connections for easy filter changes. They have two parts, a male and female, that screw together to provide a make-or-break seal. Once they are installed on the gas lines, replacing the filter is much quicker and easier than when using compression fittings.

Some of our filter customers may be all too aware of the dreaded “hazardous shipping fee”. But many of our customers may have never heard of it, or wonder why is my shipment considered hazardous? Everyone in any field of chemistry knows that there are some chemicals out there, possibly ones that are used every day, that are not treated with the respect they deserve. The ugly truth is that many materials are dangerous and should always be handled in the proper manner, even before they are ope...