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Distributor Spotlight Series: PM Separations

Written by David Oliva | January 17, 2025

 

PM Separations, Organomation's distribution partner in Australia, plays a crucial role in providing high-quality laboratory equipment and consumables to various industries across Australia and New Zealand. Their expertise in chromatography supplies and sample preparation makes them an ideal partner for laboratories utilizing HPLC techniques.

About PM Separations:
PM Separations was founded with the goal of delivering innovative separation solutions to laboratories in the Australasian region. The company has established itself as a trusted supplier of analytical and preparative chromatography equipment, sample preparation instruments and a provider of environmental reference standards.

 

Chromatography Supplies

As a leading supplier of chromatography equipment, PM Separations offers a wide range of HPLC columns and related supplies. These products are essential for various applications, including:

- Environmental testing
- Food and beverage analysis
- Pharmaceutical research
- Forensic science

 

Chromatography Sample Prep

PM Separations distributes Organomation's full range of nitrogen evaporators, which are crucial for sample preparation for HPLC analysis. These evaporators, such as the MULTIVAP series, offer significant benefits in the sample concentration process:

- Efficient Sample Dry Down: Organomation's nitrogen blowdown evaporators quickly concentrate large batches of samples, significantly reducing preparation time for HPLC analysis.

- High Capacity: The 100 Position MULTIVAP, for example, can accommodate up to 100 samples simultaneously, making it ideal for laboratories processing large sample volumes.

- Versatility: These evaporators can handle various sample sizes and types, catering to diverse HPLC applications across different industries.

 

Integration with HPLC Workflow

PM Separations plays a crucial role in supporting HPLC analysis by providing essential chromatography supplies and Organomation's sample preparation equipment. While PM Separations does not supply HPLC systems themselves, their offerings significantly contribute to the overall HPLC workflow:

Sample Preparation

Organomation's nitrogen blowdown evaporators, distributed by PM Separations, are used to concentrate samples prior to HPLC analysis. These evaporators efficiently reduce sample volumes, increasing analyte concentration for improved detection limits.

HPLC Columns and Consumables

PM Separations supplies a wide range of HPLC columns and consumables, which are critical for the separation process. Different column chemistries and sizes are available to accommodate various analyte types and separation requirements.

Mobile Phase Components

High-purity solvents and additives for mobile phase preparation are part of PM Separations' product lineup, ensuring optimal chromatographic performance.

Sample Introduction

Vials, caps, and other sample containment solutions provided by PM Separations facilitate proper sample introduction into the HPLC system.

Post-Analysis Sample Storage

PM Separations offers storage solutions for collected fractions or analyzed samples, maintaining sample integrity for future use or reference. The workflow integration typically follows this sequence:

1. Sample concentration using Organomation evaporators
2. Preparation of mobile phases using high-purity solvents
3. Sample transfer to appropriate vials
4. HPLC analysis using columns and consumables from PM Separations
5. Storage of analyzed samples or collected fractions

By offering these critical components and supplies, PM Separations ensures that laboratories in Australia and New Zealand have access to high-quality products for both sample preparation and HPLC analysis, even though they don't provide the HPLC instruments themselves.

 

Expertise and Support

The team at PM Separations brings extensive knowledge and experience in laboratory equipment and processes. They provide comprehensive support to their customers, including:

- Product selection guidance
- Installation and setup assistance
- Ongoing technical support
- Training on equipment use and maintenance

 

Contact Information

For laboratories in Australia and New Zealand interested in Organomation products and chromatography supplies, PM Separations can be reached through their website: https://www.pmsep.com.au/

We are proud to partner with PM Separations to bring Organomation's innovative sample preparation solutions and essential chromatography supplies to the Australasian market.

Be sure to watch our full interview with PM Separations here