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Two stomacher accessories.

A N Sharpe, I Dudas

    Applied and Environmental Microbiology
    |December 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Two simple accessories for the Colworth Stomacher blender improve lab efficiency. These devices automate Stomacher bag handling for weighing and pipetting, streamlining sample preparation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Laboratory equipment design
    • Biotechnology
    • Sample preparation techniques

    Background:

    • The Colworth Stomacher blender is a common laboratory tool for sample homogenization.
    • Efficient sample preparation is crucial for accurate downstream analysis.
    • Manual handling of Stomacher bags can be time-consuming and prone to error.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the design and construction of two novel accessories for the Colworth Stomacher blender.
    • To enhance the usability and efficiency of the Stomacher blender in laboratory workflows.
    • To provide practical solutions for common challenges in sample preparation.

    Main Methods:

    • Design and fabrication of a bag-holding accessory for weighing.
    • Design and fabrication of a benchtop bag storage and dispensing accessory.

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  • Integration of accessories with the Colworth Stomacher blender system.

    • Main Results:

    • The first accessory automates the opening and holding of Stomacher bags during sample weighing.
    • The second accessory provides organized storage and easy access to Stomacher bags for pipetting.
    • Both accessories are easily constructed and demonstrate improved workflow efficiency.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed accessories offer practical and cost-effective improvements for Stomacher blender users.
    • These innovations streamline sample preparation, reducing manual handling and potential errors.
    • The accessories contribute to overall laboratory efficiency and reproducibility in sample processing.