Do you have a refractometer? A refractometer is a simple instrument used for measuring concentrations of aqueous solutions. It requires only a few drops of liquid and is used as lab equipment throughout the food,…
Use viscometers to measure the viscosity of various fluids including adhesives, paints, lubricating oils, varnishes, pastes, gels, syrups, and candy coatings. Technically, viscosity is a measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow, or more precisely,…
Protect workers from fumes and vapors with appropriate ventilation. Find a listing below of various types of fume hoods and enclosures to enhance lab safety. Ducted Fume Hoods Ventilation to the outside provides the most…
Use a hydrometer to determine the specific gravity of a liquid. Find hydrometer types listed below, along with a step-by-step process for reading a hydrometer. Plain Form. Because they don’t have a built-in thermometer, they…