Source: Heidolph
Equipment in the Hei-SHAKE series of products are designed to provide precisely controlled movement and mixing for life-sciences applications. There are three new models being added in this product family. Firstly, the new Hei-SHAKE Wave Core is ideal for sensitive biological samples. It provides uniform, three-dimensional motion to ensure homogeneous mixing. It is available in 5- and 10-deg angles. Next, the Hei-SHAKE Rock Core provides stable and reproducible movement across plates and membranes for hybridization, staining or blotting processes, ensuring uniform wetting and reliable test results. This model is available in 5- and 10-deg angles. Finally, the Hei-SHAKE Reciprocating Core ensures thorough and reliable processing of samples that require linear shaking. With a stroke of 36 mm and a wide speed range from 1 to 300 rpm, this laboratory shaker is ideal for demanding mixing tasks, combining powerful performance with precise control for reproducible results. The new shakers of the modern Hei-SHAKE are suitable for processing larger vessels or many small vessels — either on one or several levels. In addition, they can be equipped with numerous different accessories, because there are countless types of vessels available ( including tubes, vials, Eppis, Falcons, flasks, cell bags and so on). At the heart of the Hei-SHAKE series is a specially developed motor that offers the advantages and functionality of a server motor, providing maximum precision, control, and efficiency. It enables finely adjustable control while continuously monitoring speed and position, eliminating the need for calibration. The motor responds extremely quickly to control commands and can change its direction of rotation in a very short time – ideal for applications with changing requirements. Despite its compact design, it delivers high torque and constant performance – perfectly suited for the limited installation space in laboratory shakers. The motor also scores points for energy efficiency when idling it only consumes power when actively regulated. Precise control and integrated protection mechanisms guarantee longevity and operational reliability – even in demanding continuous applications. Thanks to load-dependent optimized power consumption, the system is particularly energy-efficient: it only uses as much energy as is actually needed, resulting in high efficiency, low self-heating, and minimal speed fluctuations, comparable to the precision of an industrial robot. — Heidolph North America, Wood Dale, Ill.