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Saving Energy and Reducing Cost with GX Solutions Refrigerators

Posted on Feb 04, 2020 by Colleen Holtkamp

Did you know that technological advances have made it possible to minimize energy use while also achieving optimal temperature management? GX Solutions professional medical-grade refrigerators from Helmer Scientific utilize innovative OptiCool™ technology. Designed for critical...

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Controlled Room Temperature (CRT) Cabinets to Safeguard Medications

Posted on Jan 31, 2020 by Ben Greenfield

In General Chapter <1079>, the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) provides detailed guidance for the storage and distribution of drugs. As part of this guidance, USP <1079> addresses risk related to medications that require temperature-controlled storage. 

USP reinforces that...

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Pharmacy Refrigerators: The Benefits of GX Solutions from Helmer Scientific

Posted on Jan 30, 2020 by Miranda Schroeder

Helmer Scientific recently introduced the new line of GX Solutions pharmacy refrigerators. GX Solutions are designed specifically for the storage of critical products such as medications and vaccines.

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What You Need to Know About Pro Line Platelet Storage

Posted on Jan 28, 2020 by Colleen Holtkamp

Life-saving platelet transfusions are essential for patients fighting cancer, chronic diseases, and traumatic injuries. To maintain viability, platelet products must be stored within a tight temperature range and with continuous gentle agitation.

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Here’s How the CDC Defines A Vaccine Refrigerator

Posted on Jan 24, 2020 by Miranda Schroeder

The CDC recommends the use of purpose-built or pharmaceutical-grade units designed to either refrigerate or freeze. These units can be compact, under-the-counter style or large upright refrigerator units.

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National Blood Donor Month Helps Save Lives

Posted on Jan 21, 2020 by Colleen Holtkamp

In 1970, the month of January was designated National Blood Donor Month. January is one of the most challenging times for blood centers to collect enough blood products to keep up with demand and avoid shortages.

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Clinical Laboratory: The Best of 2019

Posted on Jan 16, 2020 by Colleen Holtkamp

We have gathered the top clinical lab posts from 2019. Topics include the launch of our new GX Solutions upright refrigerators, an ultra-low freezer survey, a guide for selecting Laboratory Refrigerators, and a demonstration of the UltraCW® II Automatic Cell Washing System. In...

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Vaccine Storage: The Best of 2019

Posted on Jan 14, 2020 by Miranda Schroeder

Helmer Scientific has gathered the top ten vaccine related blog posts from 2019. Vaccine storage and handling topics include influenza season, the CDC toolkit, temperature monitoring, and routine maintenance tips. Helmer’s goal is to continue to educate and inform you on all...

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Survey: Medical-Grade Refrigeration in the Clinical Lab

Posted on Jan 10, 2020 by Ben Greenfield

Using appropriate medical-grade refrigerators and freezers in clinical lab environments is critical to the delivery of patient care. These specialized cold storage units include features that ensure proper performance for storage of sensitive, expensive, and sometimes...

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Blood Bank: The Best of 2019

Posted on Jan 08, 2020 by Colleen Holtkamp

We have gathered the top blood bank posts from 2019. Topics include the launches of our new Pro Line countertop platelet storage systems and GX Solutions upright refrigerators, as well as the new AABB Standards-Compliant Product Evaluation Program. In these posts you will find a...

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