Facilities

Inverted Florescence Microscope is basically used to monitor the growth activity of the cells and to capture the cellular images, simply the bright field or the fluorescence images.

pH meter, electric device used to measure hydrogen-ion activity (acidity or alkalinity) in solution. It employs a voltmeter attached to a pH-responsive electrode and a reference (unvarying) electrode. When the two electrodes are immersed in a solution, they act as a battery.

Gas sensing is becoming more and more important in our society due to the need to identify toxic gases quickly and organic vapors for environmental and human security, emission control, and the industry sector. A testing chamber is necessary to examine the fabricated sensing device for high sensitivity and the selectivity of the target analytes under different conditions like a mixture of gases and temperatures. The process gas is mixed in the primary chamber, and through a selective gas separating membrane, a particular gas is allowed for sensing. Typically, gas concentration is determined by analyzing references levels, measured in standard dry air conditions.

The bottom pouring type stir casting instrument (SwamEquip, India) is used for melting and fabrication of metal matrix composites in a permanent split type steel mould under vacuum condition. The melting and pouring can be done under inert gas protected environment to prevent oxidation of the metal in its molten state. The motor operated stirring helps in proper alloying/mixing of added constituent materials with uniform dispersion.

Muffle furnace is used to heat the material to significantly high temperature while maintaining it totally isolated from external substances and contaminants. The lining of muffle furnace is done with stainless steel which makes it largely corrosion protected. The temperature range of furnace can be reached upto 1000 °C. The heating process to desired temperatures is done by conduction, convection and blackbody radiation from electrical resistance heater elements. Therefore, there is no combustion involved in the temperature control of the system which allows for much greater control of temperature uniformity and assures isolation of the material being heated from the by-products of fuel combustion.

High temperature tube furnace (Carbolite Gero) with maximum operating temperature of 1800 °C and programmable temperature controller, provides excellent temperature uniformity. The heating can be done under ambient, vacuum, or inert gas atmosphere. The tube furnace is used for synthesis, sintering, annealing, calcination, tempering, degassing, ageing, etc of various types of materials.

Due to the partly elastic nature and very high viscosity of polymers, power intensive sturdy machinery like internal mixers is necessary to achieve the mixing of additives into the polymer. Internal mixers help in production compounds of polymers. Machine consist of a chamber with two rotors, capable of generating high shear forces, which disperses the fillers and other raw materials in the polymer. The generation of these shear forces results in the production of a uniform, quality compound. After a defined mixing period, the compound is dropped onto a mill or extruder where mixing is completed.

A spin coater is a uniform thin film deposition equipment. Usually, a small amount of coating material is applied on the center of the flat substrate and rotated at a desired speed to get the uniform coating. Researchers working on energy, sensing, thin-film development, membrane development are significant users of this equipment.

High-energy ball milling is a ball milling process in which a powder mixture placed in a ball mill is subjected to high-energy collisions from the balls. High-energy ball milling is a mechanical deformation process that is frequently used for producing nanocrystalline metals or alloys in powder form. This process has been successfully used to produce metals with minimum particle sizes from 4 to 26 nm. This device is equipped with an automatic hood lock. The lock prevents the device from being started when in an unsafe state. The combination of high-frequency impact grinding, intense friction and circular jar movements ensures an unprecedented grinding performance. The grinding jar supports are each mounted on two discs, which rotate in the same direction, thus moving the grinding jars on a circular path without changing their orientation. The interplay of jar geometry and movement mechanics causes strong friction between the grinding balls, the sample material and the jar walls, as well as high acceleration, which allows the grinding balls to hit the sample material with a strong impact at the curvatures of the jars. This results in a significantly better mixing of the particles with a higher final fineness and a narrower particle size distribution.

Rated Power: 3100 W 

Motor Rotation Speed: 300 – 2000 revolutions per minute (rpm)

Cooling 

Maximum Pressure: < 6 bar

Minimum temperature of the cooling liquid: > 5 °C

A magnetic stirrer is a laboratory device that employs rotating magnetic field to move a stir bar around in liquid samples. The movement of this stir bar mixes the sample thoroughly with rapid movement and agitation. The speed of the magnetic field is controlled by the user, so it can be customized to the specific sample that’s being stirred.

A hot air oven is the most common method of sterilization in the laboratory working on dry heat. It consists of an insulated chamber surrounded by an outer case containing electric heaters, a fan, shelves, thermostat, door locking controls. It is used in sterilization of articles that withstand high temperature and do not get burned e.g. Glass-wares, powders, forceps, scissors, scalpels, glass syringes, pharmaceutical products like liquid paraffin, fats, grease, and dusting powder, etc.

EQ-PCE-66 is a compact Ultraviolet (UV) Ozone cleaner, which is a dedicated system to remove a variety of contaminants from surfaces of substrates samples. UV Ozone cleaning is simple to use the dry process which is a highly effective method to clean surfaces. The cleaning effect is caused by irradiating the surface of a substrate with suitable lamps creating enough energy in the UltraViolet spectrum range. It is the photo-sensitized oxidation process by atomized Oxygen and high reactive Ozone. The UV radiation directly to the surface stimulates the reaction. Volatile hydrocarbon products are produced. The removal of hydrocarbons in nanometer thickness by oxidation results in ultra-clean surfaces with significant wettability. This is very important before the thin-film coating process of glass and ceramic surfaces.

It is a powerful ultrasonic processor featuring programmable operation and a digital display of operating parameters. Applications include nanoparticle dispersion, creating emulsions, cell lysis and homogenization. A sonicator is made up of three major components: generator, converter and probe. They create a chain-reaction to deliver ultrasonic energy for the desired result. The generator provides power, in the form of electronic pulses, to the sonicator. The converter transforms these pulses into mechanical vibrations, fed into the probe which rests in the sample medium. The probe allows location targeting for exacting results.

The autoclave, a vital tool in the field of bioscience, serves as a reliable sterilization powerhouse. Employing high-pressure steam, it eradicates bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms, ensuring the integrity of laboratory equipment and biological materials. This essential instrument plays a pivotal role in maintaining the stringent hygiene standards required for experiments, medical procedures, and pharmaceutical production. Its efficacy in achieving complete sterilization makes the autoclave an indispensable asset, safeguarding the integrity of research and contributing to the pursuit of excellence in the diverse realms of bioscience and healthcare.

A centrifuge is a laboratory device used to separate particles suspended in a liquid according to particle size and density, viscosity of the medium, and rotor speed. Separation is achieved by spinning a vessel containing material at high speed; the centrifugal force pushes heavier materials to the outside of the vessel. Within a solution, gravitational force will cause particles of higher density than the solvent to sink, and those less dense than the solvent to float to the top.

DMA (TA Instruments, Q800) instrument offers its use to measure the mechanical properties of developed materials specifically modulus (storage and loss modulus), damping factor, stiffness, etc. as a function of time, frequency, and temperature. The DMA results can be correlated with the molecular structure and helps in evaluating other material properties like glass transitions, crystallinity, crosslinking effects, fatigue and other time dependent effects. It can handle a variety of samples ranging from thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers/rubbers, to some of the metals.

CO2 incubators are the set of systems to create a controlled environment for cell culture growth in a chamber that is then protected by a multi-layered defence from contamination. They are designed to maintain a constant temperature and high humidity for the growth of tissue culture cells under a CO2 atmosphere.

The tabletop lyophilizer, a compact marvel in sample preservation, employs freeze-drying to extend the shelf life of delicate substances. This portable device operates by removing moisture under vacuum conditions, ensuring the integrity of biological samples, pharmaceuticals, and sensitive materials. With its user-friendly design and precise control, the tabletop lyophilizer facilitates quick and efficient freeze-drying processes, making it an indispensable asset in laboratories and research settings. Its ability to preserve samples in a stable state, free from degradation, positions this instrument as an essential tool for researchers, pharmaceutical professionals, and others engaged in preserving the vitality of valuable samples.

Laminar airflow, a cornerstone in biosafety, creates a controlled, sterile environment crucial for precision in bio labs. This technology channels filtered air in parallel flow, minimizing the risk of airborne contamination. Widely used in biological research, pharmaceuticals, and clinical settings, laminar airflow hoods provide an aseptic workspace, safeguarding experiments and sensitive materials. The unidirectional, purified air flow maintains the integrity of samples and ensures a sterile environment for cell culture, microbiology, and other critical procedures. Laminar airflow technology exemplifies a fundamental tool, enhancing the reliability and accuracy of research in diverse bioscience applications.