Laboratories and production facilities work with a wide range of challenging materials, from brittle minerals to fibrous plant tissue. Selecting the correct sample preparation equipment is critical for ensuring reproducibility, throughput, and accuracy in downstream analysis.
At SamplePrep every test begins with a consultation to understand your sample type and applications. Whether you want to verify equipment performance or need reassurance that our equipment will work, we offer two convenient testing options:
— In-House Test Grinding: Send your sample directly to SamplePrep to be tested in our demo lab
— On-Site Equipment Demo: Perform the test in your own lab with a demo unit
For in-house sample testing, a detailed questionnaire ensures the sample is processed under conditions that simulate the intended workflow. For on-site demos, a loaner agreement outlines the evaluation period and parameters. Once the required method is determined, we will provide the correct documentation.
Contact us today to see which option works best for you!
• Proof of Performance
Verify the equipment's capability with your specific materials before committing to a purchase. Since the range of materials can be diverse, from polymers, fruits/vegetables, rocks/minerals, mammalian tissue, seeds, plant (leaf, stem, root), to cannabis (flower/edibles), a successful test grinding of samples proves the machine can achieve the desired particle size and homogenization. This significantly reduces the perceived risk for your lab.
• Optimal Customization
The grinding process is highly dependent on the sample type. By testing your own samples (seeds, rock, polymers, etc.), our specialists can determine the best accessories (vials, jars, tubes, titer, plates etc.) and the equipment models (homogenizers, cryogenic mills, ball mills, etc.) needed for efficiency and effectiveness. This ensures you get the correct, most productive equipment and accessories for your workflow.
The data achieved verifies the following:
1. Equipment selection is aligned with your throughput, reproducibility and maintenance requirements
2. Accessory recommendations are tailored to maximize efficiency and minimize wear
3. Risk mitigation is achieved by demonstrating real-world performance prior to purchase, reducing the likelihood of equipment mismatch or returns
Contact us today for a consultation to determine the best path forward for testing your sample.