In this interview, Dr. Niels Weidmann reveals his experiences with the innovative VACUU·PURE® vacuum pump. He was among the first users to test the new vacuum technology in everyday laboratory use. As a former PhD student, Weidmann was conducting research in organometallic chemistry under the guidance of Prof. Knochel at the Ludwig Maximilian…

On the Baltic Sea island of Fehmarn, one of the world's leading kiteboard manufacturers produces durable boards for the whole world. CORE Kiteboarding GmbH uses a special laminating process to produce boards that can hold up to the hard impact from repeatedly hitting the water. With the help of vacuum technology from VACUUBRAND, the production…

The University of Basel combines tradition and modernity: founded in 1460, it is the oldest university in Switzerland. The "Academic Ranking of World Universities" ranks it among the 100 best in the world. The University of Basel is also at the top of the list because of its contemporary laboratory concept and modern equipment. VACUUBRAND supported…

With the new VACUU·PURE® 10C, VACUUBRAND introduces a unique chemically resistant, oil-free screw pump for vacuum down to 10-3 mbar. The pump features maintenance-free technology with no wear parts and delivers a pumping speed of 9 m3/h. Users benefit from clean processes, greater efficiency, and improved sustainability.

Why do instant coffee or dried fruit taste fresh? How can medicines and vaccines still be effective after months in storage? They are preserved using a very gentle process – freeze drying. The thermodynamic principle behind this is sublimation and it relies on vacuum technology.

Getting young women interested in technology: Many things are already being done to achieve this, such as dedicated women in industry days, which give young women a taste of scientific and technical careers. Nevertheless, women in STEM professions – i.e. Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths – are still under-represented, according to an…

Professor Knochel's research group in the Chemistry Department at the University of Munich has long relied on vacuum technology from VACUUBRAND. The relationship has helped both sides through the years.

There is a vacuum pump that is best-suited to the needs of every laboratory. But how do users find the right one for their diverse applications? The Vacuum Pump Selection Guide helps them to choose the perfect pump.

Laboratory processes are only successful if important process conditions, such as the required process pressure, are achieved. The most important indication for the proper function of a vacuum pump is its ability to reach its specified final pressure, or ultimate vacuum. This can be determined with a calibrated gauge to measure the pump’s ultimate…

In life science or diagnostics laboratories, users often work with infectious liquids containing viruses or bacteria. One current example is the detection methods used for the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, in which biological safety is of paramount importance. VACUUBRAND's BVC fluid aspiration systems are specially designed for such applications and…