Sample preparation solutions (Chromatography consumables catalog)

Significance of the topic

Chromatography is fundamental to pharmaceutical, environmental, food and petrochemical analysis. High-quality consumables at every stage—from sample preparation through separation to detection—are critical for reproducible, sensitive and high-throughput workflows. Modern laboratories demand integrated solutions that minimize sample loss, reduce downtime and support automation in liquid chromatography (LC) and gas chromatography (GC).

Goals and overview of the catalog

This catalog presents the ‘Connected chromatography solutions’ portfolio, offering a complete range of consumables for sample preparation, sample handling, low-flow and bio-LC, conventional LC, GC, plus selection tools and online resources. Its aim is to simplify procurement and ensure consistent performance across diverse chromatography applications.

Methods and instrumentation

• Sample preparation: SMART Digest kits for rapid protein digestion, SOLA and HyperSep SPE formats, QuEChERS extraction and μSPE automation for complex matrices.
• Sample handling: low-extractable vials, closures, well plates and autosampler accessories designed to eliminate contamination and adsorption.
• Low-flow LC: nano, capillary and micro-flow columns for proteomics and intact protein analysis with enhanced sensitivity.
• BioLC: specialized column chemistries for high-efficiency separation of proteins, peptides, monoclonal antibodies, oligonucleotides and glycans.
• Conventional LC: U/HPLC columns, polymeric, silica and porous graphitic carbon phases, plus preparative HPLC columns.
• GC: capillary and packed columns, liners, septa, cartridge filters, gas management and GC reagents.
• Online tools: interactive selection guides, cross-reference tools, AppsLab method library, application notes and webinars.

Main results and discussion

The portfolio delivers uniform performance and improved throughput. Fritless SPE formats ensure reproducible flow and uniform beds. SMART Digest and SMART Digest IA combine capture and digestion in under an hour, boosting peptide mapping consistency. SOLAµ SPE achieves up to 20× sample concentration without evaporation. HyperSep phases and QuEChERS kits streamline clean-up of lipids and phospholipids. A wide range of column chemistries supports robust separations under varied conditions.

Benefits and practical applications

• Higher data confidence via reduced variability and batch-to-batch consistency.
• Faster workflows and seamless integration with automation platforms.
• Improved sensitivity for trace-level analytes and broader dynamic range.
• Comprehensive portfolio for all sample types, minimizing method development time.
• Extensive online resources and application support to accelerate method implementation.

Future trends and applications

Consumables will become more integrated with automated, connected laboratory systems, enabling real-time monitoring and feedback. Miniaturized SPE and monolithic columns will reduce solvent and sample requirements. Emerging fields—cell and gene therapy, bioprocess analytics, environmental point-of-care testing—will drive demand for novel chemistries and smart consumables embedded with sensors.

Conclusion

The Connected Chromatography consumables portfolio offers an end-to-end solution for LC and GC workflows. By combining innovative sample preparation formats, advanced column technologies and specialized handling accessories, it empowers laboratories to achieve reproducible, high-throughput analyses and accelerate research, development and quality control.

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