BioCision, the coolprep™ company, today announced the release of three new cryopreservation systems: CoolCell®FTS™30 , the first large-capacity, high-density cell freezing system; CoolCell SV2 for freezing cells in larger diameter 2ml vials; and CoolCell 5ml for large cryovial freezing. All CoolCell freezing solutions deliver a controlled freezing rate of -1°C/minute in a -80°C freezer, with high reproducibility of freezing profiles and consistent cell viability and function after thawing. The patented alloy-based technology allows maintenance-free operation and is a significant alternative to conventional freezing methods or programmable freezers.
Along with CoolCell FTS30, BioCision is introducing two additional products: (1) CoolCell SV2 for freezing larger diameter 2ml vials, such as Crystal Zenith®1 vials for freezing dendritic cells and other cells used in basic and clinical research applications; and (2) CoolCell 5ml for large-volume cryovials. Like all other CoolCell products, these two new additions are also maintenance-free, require no alcohol and deliver rate-controlled cell freezing of -1°C/minute in a -80°C freezer.Ideal for all cells including cell lines, stem cells, PBMC, primary cells and yeast Can be used "off the shelf" without any maintenance or pre-cooling Prepares samples for archive storage in four hours Sized to fit compactly inside any -80°C freezer Holds 30 screw-cap 2ml cryotubes An inner removable FTS vial module enables efficient freezing, transfer, and storage of vials in just one stepMore CoolCell SolutionsAbout BioCisionThat said, even if you are a couple, or live alone, your lifestyle might demand you get a bigger fridge and freezer. For example, if you entertain a lot, you will soon become frustrated with a small fridge that does not accommodate food prepared for large dinner parties."This is by far and away the best benchtop technology to enter the field of cell cryopreservation for decades," said John Gardner, senior project leader at Roslin Cellab. "We have compared the BioCision CoolCell to our old conventional method of cryopreservation and found it to be easier, safer and most importantly of all, our cell lines were recovered with reproducibly higher viability yields post-thaw, and subsequent ongoing growth was improved."The advantages of ease-of-use, elimination of user error, and highly reproducible performance have made BioCision's products the new standard for benchtop sample management. BioCision's products are sold worldwide through distributors in more than two dozen countries in all major geographic regions. They have been adopted by leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations and major academic and healthcare institutions worldwide .The second reason to use a hand cranked model is that you can use it just about anyplace. As a kid, my family did a lot of camping and going to the lake. And for us, it was customary to have a big BBQ just about every evening. After the food was gone, a quick run to the local gas station for some ice and pretty soon we'd all be enjoying some homemade ice cream. You won't be able to do that without a generator and if you're using one of the more modern canister type ice cream makerfreezer, you'll need to be able to keep the canister and ingredients cold the entire your out. With a hand-cranked model this is a snap.(1) Crystal Zenith® is a registered trademark of Daikyo Seiko, Ltd.In conclusion, the best thing about the White Mountain ice cream machine, in addition to the really great ice cream, is how when I was a kid, it always brought the family together. I grew up in the southern part of the U.S. and hand-cranked ice cream maker were everywhere at social events, be it, family get togethers or out camping during the summer."In many areas of biological research, the ability to freeze and thaw samples of cells is absolutely critical to successful experiments. Yet, all too often, this simple procedure is subject to considerable and unnecessary variation, as well as high cost. CoolCell FTS30 solves this problem," said Brian Schryver, BioCision's Vice President of Research and Development. "Selling for a fraction of the price of commercial cell cryopreservation devices and sized to fit compactly inside any -80°C freezer, this new CoolCell makes a powerful research tool available to all scientists."When it comes to updating your refrigerator or freezer, you need to think about a number of things. The first and most obvious consideration is the size and capacity of both. The larger the family, naturally the larger the fridge and freezer will need to be.The company's patent-pending products enable collection, organization, protection, freezing, thawing, cooling and cryopreservation of samples in a consistent and highly reproducible manner. BioCision's line of benchtop tools include CoolRack®, CoolSink™ and CoolTray™ thermo-conductive tube and plate modules; CoolBox™ ice-free portable cooling/freezing containers; CoolCell® alcohol-free maintenance-free cell freezing containers; and accessories.Finally, always consider the environmental credentials of a particular model and brand. After all, not only is an energy efficient refrigerator and freezer better for the environment, it is also much better for your wallet since you save money in energy costs!So if you have decided to get a hand powered ice cream machine, what is the best way to use it. Well the best way is unquestionably with family. My White Mountain ice cream maker is a 6 quart unit. That's a gallon and a half of ice cream, which of course takes a big crew to consume. But more importantly than that, all those eaters can help out cranking the ice cream. When I was a kid, usually my grandma would make the ice cream mix, and my cousins and I would do the churning. My little brother would sit on a folded towel on top of the ice cream freezer. This helps to keep the ice cream freezer from moving around while cranking. And because these ice cream machines aren't water tight, as the ice melts, some of it will leak out so my grandmother would also put the ice cream maker in an old wash bin. You'll also want to wash the ice cream machinethoroughly when your done with it. Anyone, who lives in America's rust belt can attest, rock salt and metals don't get along.
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