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5 Smart Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Analytical Instruments
5 Smart Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Analytical Instruments

Get the most out of your analytical instruments with these 5 expert tips. From calibration to accessories, LabFriend helps you protect your lab investment and maintain accuracy—delivered fast across Australia.

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5 Practical Tips to Extend the Life of Your Laboratory Equipment
5 Practical Tips to Extend the Life of Your Laboratory Equipment

Lab equipment is built to last—but only with the right care. Discover 5 expert tips to extend the life of your laboratory equipment and avoid costly repairs or replacement. LabFriend supports research labs across Australia with service-ready equipment, consumables, and expert guidance.

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Lab Consumables: The Unsung Heroes of Every Laboratory
Lab Consumables: The Unsung Heroes of Every Laboratory

Lab consumables include pipette tips, tubes, gloves, filters, and storage items used daily in scientific labs. LabFriend stocks high-quality consumables from BRAND, Kartell, ISOLAB, and DURAN®—with fast shipping across Australia for research, diagnostics, and industrial labs.

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 Vacuum Pump: A Critical Tool for Controlled Laboratory Environments
Vacuum Pump: A Critical Tool for Controlled Laboratory Environments

A vacuum pump is an essential tool for lab applications like filtration, evaporation, and drying. LabFriend offers oil-free and rotary vane vacuum pumps from trusted brands such as KNF, Vacuubrand, and Welch, with fast delivery and expert support across Australia.

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Petri Dish: A Critical Tool for Microbiology and Laboratory Research
Petri Dish: A Critical Tool for Microbiology and Laboratory Research

The Petri dish is an essential lab tool used to grow and observe microorganisms. LabFriend supplies sterile plastic and glass Petri dishes from leading brands including BRAND, Kartell, ISOLAB, and DURAN®, with fast delivery across Australia for research, education, and diagnostics.

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Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Centrifuge in the Lab
Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Centrifuge in the Lab

Using a centrifuge incorrectly can lead to equipment damage and unsafe lab conditions. This guide highlights the top 5 mistakes to avoid when using a centrifuge and how to ensure accurate, safe, and consistent results. Trusted by Australian labs, LabFriend provides high-performance centrifuges and expert support.

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Borosilicate Glass: Why It’s the Gold Standard for Laboratory Glassware
Borosilicate Glass: Why It’s the Gold Standard for Laboratory Glassware

Borosilicate glass is the preferred material for laboratory glassware thanks to its exceptional thermal shock resistance, chemical durability, and clarity. Ideal for heating, mixing, and storing chemical solutions, borosilicate glass ensures safe and reliable performance in even the most demanding lab environments. Explore LabFriend’s range of premium borosilicate glassware, including beakers, flasks, and reagent bottles, all with fast Australia-wide delivery.

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Beaker Guide: How to Choose the Right Laboratory Beaker for Your Applications
Beaker Guide: How to Choose the Right Laboratory Beaker for Your Applications

A beaker is a fundamental piece of laboratory equipment used for mixing, heating, and transferring liquids in scientific research and industrial applications. Available in various materials such as borosilicate glass and durable plastic, beakers are essential for safe and efficient handling of chemical solutions and samples. At LabFriend, we offer a wide selection of high-quality laboratory beakers with fast Australia-wide delivery to meet all your research and testing needs.

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How to Buy Lab Equipment Online: The Ultimate Guide for Researchers and Lab Managers
How to Buy Lab Equipment Online: The Ultimate Guide for Researchers and Lab Managers

Looking for the best place to buy lab equipment online? LabFriend offers a wide range of laboratory equipment and consumables from trusted global brands, with fast delivery across Australia. Shop pipettes, centrifuges, balances, and safety equipment—all in one place.

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How to Choose the Best Centrifuge for Your Laboratory: A Complete Buying Guide
How to Choose the Best Centrifuge for Your Laboratory: A Complete Buying Guide

Looking for the best centrifuge for your lab? Whether you're separating blood, isolating DNA, or working with sensitive enzymes, LabFriend offers a complete range of clinical, benchtop, and refrigerated centrifuges—all with expert guidance and fast shipping Australia-wide.

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Centrifuge: What It Is, How It Works, and Why Every Lab Needs One
Centrifuge: What It Is, How It Works, and Why Every Lab Needs One

A centrifuge is a powerful lab instrument used to separate liquids based on density. From blood preparation to DNA purification, centrifuges are essential in clinical, research, and industrial labs. LabFriend offers a full range of microcentrifuges, benchtop centrifuges, and refrigerated models from leading global brands—available now with fast Australia-wide shipping.

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Pipettes Explained: What They Are and Why Every Lab Needs Them
Pipettes Explained: What They Are and Why Every Lab Needs Them

A pipette is a precise laboratory tool used to measure and transfer small volumes of liquid in fields like biology, chemistry, and medical diagnostics. From micropipettes and multichannel pipettes to volumetric glass pipettes, each type serves a unique purpose in ensuring accuracy and repeatability. At LabFriend, we offer a wide range of high-quality pipettes and tips, trusted by professionals across Australia for reliable performance in every lab setting.

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Pipette: The Essential Laboratory Tool for Precision Liquid Handling
Pipette: The Essential Laboratory Tool for Precision Liquid Handling

A pipette is an essential laboratory instrument used to accurately measure and transfer small volumes of liquids. From micropipettes and multichannel pipettes to volumetric and electronic models, pipettes ensure precision and repeatability in applications like molecular biology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and chemical analysis. At LabFriend, we offer a wide selection of high-quality pipettes and pipette tips from trusted global brands, all with fast Australia-wide delivery.

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What is a Beaker? Everything You Need to Know About This Essential Laboratory Tool
What is a Beaker? Everything You Need to Know About This Essential Laboratory Tool

A beaker is a fundamental piece of laboratory glassware used for mixing, heating, and transferring liquids in scientific and industrial settings. Available in borosilicate glass and plastic, beakers come in various sizes and forms, including low-form, tall-form, and graduated beakers. At LabFriend, we supply high-quality beakers from trusted brands like DURAN®, Kartell®, and ISOLAB, with fast Australia-wide shipping and competitive pricing.

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Borosilicate Glass: The Ultimate Choice for Laboratory and Industrial Applications
Borosilicate Glass: The Ultimate Choice for Laboratory and Industrial Applications

Borosilicate glass is a highly durable, heat-resistant, and chemically stable glass used in laboratories, pharmaceuticals, industrial applications, and scientific research. Made from silica and boron trioxide, it offers low thermal expansion, making it ideal for lab beakers, volumetric flasks, test tubes, pipettes, and glass vials. At LabFriend, we provide high-quality borosilicate lab glassware, including DURAN® beakers, Pyrex® flasks, and precision glassware for chemical and medical applications.

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Western Diagnostics and the Role of Lab Supplies in Accurate Testing
Western Diagnostics and the Role of Lab Supplies in Accurate Testing

Western Diagnostic Pathology (WDP) is a leading provider of pathology and diagnostic services in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, offering blood tests, histopathology, molecular testing, and corporate health screenings. Accurate laboratory testing requires high-quality lab supplies, and LabFriend supports pathology labs with analytical balances, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes, and consumables. Ensure precision and reliability in medical diagnostics with top-tier lab equipment and fast Australia-wide shipping from LabFriend.

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