Guide
Drucker vs. the Competition: What Sets the DASH 24 Apart From Other High-Capacity Centrifuges
When a clinical lab evaluates a new 24-place centrifuge, the spec sheet is only part of the picture. Maximum speed matters, and so does the range of tubes a single centrifuge can spin, what comes in the box, and the service team behind it. This guide compares the Drucker Diagnostics all-new DASH 24 with three […]
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Which Drucker Diagnostics 24-Place Centrifuge is Right For Your Lab?
Drucker Diagnostics offers a 24-place centrifuge for clinical labs that need to process high sample volumes in a compact footprint. With the DASH Flex 24 now discontinued, the two current options are the all-new DASH 24 STAT centrifuge and the HORIZON 24 FLEX routine centrifuge. While all three spin samples using a horizontal rotor, they […]
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How to Install the TrueBond Duet Fixed Angle Rotor
Veterinary labs handle a wide range of tests every day, from blood chemistry and urine sediment to microhematocrit tubes and more. The TrueBond Duet animal health centrifuge is designed to spin it all in one ultra-compact unit that weighs just 5.7 lbs and fits in the palm of your hand. With two swappable rotors included […]
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Platelet-Poor Plasma (PPP): Validate Your New DASH Centrifuge
This study compares two centrifuges, the Drucker Diagnostics DASH-4 and Beckman Coulter StatSpin® Express 2, for preparing platelet-poor plasma (PPP), which is essential for accurate diagnostic testing. Centrifugation is a critical step in stabilizing blood samples, and the quality of PPP directly impacts diagnostic accuracy.
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Evaluation of Centrifugation and Handling Variables in Platelet-Poor Plasma (PPP) Preparation
This study compares two centrifuges, the Drucker Diagnostics DASH-4 and Beckman Coulter StatSpin® Express 2, for preparing platelet-poor plasma (PPP), which is essential for accurate diagnostic testing. Centrifugation is a critical step in stabilizing blood samples, and the quality of PPP directly impacts diagnostic accuracy.
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How to Balance a Centrifuge Correctly
Balancing a centrifuge protects your samples, staff, and equipment. Poorly balanced loads create vibration, noise, and mechanical stress that turn routine runs into safety and quality problems. This guide provides a precise, repeatable process for clinical labs, veterinary practices, and regenerative medicine clinics. TLDR Summary: Inspect rotor and tubes before every run for damage or […]
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Validated Centrifuge Installation and Verification Protocol
Validating your centrifuge before routine use can offer added peace of mind and help ensure consistent performance. While not a formal requirement, it’s a valuable step for laboratories that want to proactively support sample quality and reduce the risk of issues over time. This guide provides clear steps and criteria to streamline the validation process and move forward with confidence. Purpose
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Convert Your Lab From StatSpin® to DASH
Workflows, as even small adjustments can lead to significant improvements. By upgrading from StatSpin to a DASH centrifuge and following the processes in this guide, labs can streamline operations and enhance overall performance.
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