Versatile bench-top freeze dryer

SP Scientific has announced the launch of the AdVantage Pro – a new laboratory freeze dryer that combines development and pilot scale capabilities in a convenient bench-top unit.

Building upon the performance of its well-regarded predecessors, the AdVantage Plus and Advantage 2.0 freeze dryers, the ergonomically designed AdVantage Pro features a new Intellitronics controller, offering enhanced functionality and intuitive touchscreen navigation.

Designed for both the occasional user and the freeze drying expert, the AdVantage Pro with Intellitronics simplifies freeze drying and makes the system easy to operate. One-touch start up and shut down ensure that the product and freeze dryer are protected from inadvertent operational procedures. Integrated performance and leak testing ensure that the freeze dryer is always working optimally. An intuitive full colour touchscreen display provides users with at-a-glance understanding of the status of the unit and whether or not appropriate freeze drying conditions exist. Alarm alerts, delivered via email, help notify the user of potential problems with the system and hence, with the product. Utilising optional Ethernet control, users can connect the freeze dryer to their network and monitor and control their unit from any other location on the network. Recipe customisation (up to 10 thermal treatment and 12 drying steps) and optional remote access provide facility for operators to undertake even the most complex freeze-drying protocols even when they are away from the lab. The controller provides scientists with the ability to develop a complete freeze-drying recipe, together with the flexibility to program and control individual pressure and temperature settings at each step of the process.

The AdVantage Pro is a versatile system that can freeze dry bulk product or be configured for applications in stoppered vials. Top down pneumatic stoppering is available as an option. The system also features a sophisticated Pirani gauge to measure and control vacuum. Side-mounted manifold valves provide the additional flexibility to freeze dry product in flasks. Two refrigeration choices (-70°C and -85°C) are available for the large 6-litre capacity condenser, depending on the type of product and solvents being lyophilised. Featuring the latest advances in bench-top freeze drying, the AdVantage Pro can be configured with up to three fluid-cooled shelves that maintain precise temperature control. 

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