Equipment

This post unpacks how NTEP-certified EMFR checkweighers and intelligent buffer design solve modern cannabis packaging challenges. Learn about 2025 HB-44 updates, how EMFR weigh cell performance outpaces strain-gauge rivals in fast, small-fill lines, and how proper placement, control loop tuning, and MSA approaches can minimize overfill, chargebacks, and compliance risk while maximizing throughput and ROI.

Supply chain hiccups and high utilization make spare glassware, seals, and quick-swap kits key to minimizing rotary evaporator downtime. This comprehensive guide covers rotary evaporator maintenance checklists, which glassware and seals to keep on hand, payback analysis of spare kits, elastomer compatibility for solvents and terpenes, 5S lab organization strategies, and how to commission your system for optimum throughput. Featuring the Buchi Rotavapor R-220 Pro and Urth & Fyre’s consulting expertise.

A deep dive into how the right ULT (-86°C) freezer selection today drives superior resale value and lower total cost of ownership by year 5. Learn ENERGY STAR 2.0 benchmarks, critical CDC storage and alarm compliance, and how to avoid costly pitfalls that sabotage secondary market value. Get actionable specs, market trends, and Urth & Fyre's approach for maximizing both lab ROI and future flexibility.

This in-depth guide delivers a practical, step-by-step commissioning checklist for ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers under ENERGY STAR v2.0. Learn how to verify power quality, alarm mapping, telemetry, and site prep before loading inventory—ensuring regulatory compliance, sample safety, and maximum energy efficiency. Includes acceptance test SOPs, utility incentive tips, and actionable insights for lab managers and facilities teams.

Explore how mastering confectionery crystallization temperature profile control with precision heating circulators delivers repeatable, signature textures in modern confections and infusions. This guide covers ramp/hold protocol design, temperature stability verification, and small-scale DOE recommendations, tied to production-scale ROI and quality assurance. Includes actionable takeaways and Urth & Fyre product plug for the Julabo SL-12 300°C 12L Heating Circulators.

A deep dive into robust CIP (clean-in-place) strategies for combo batch freezers as more edibles and R&D teams innovate with frozen desserts and sorbets. Learn about regulatory standards, allergen control, hygienic design, and how to maintain texture KPIs through rapid, validated changeovers. Discover how Urth & Fyre configures integrated CIP workflows for machines like the Coldelite Compacta Vario 12 Elite, empowering efficient, compliant operations.

Discover a comprehensive guide for implementing robust cartridge filling changeover SOPs on the Thompson Duke MCF1. This post details industry best practices for recipe libraries, viscosity control, cleaning validation, and tray-to-capping traceability—boosting efficiency, compliance, and QA sign-off for regulated operations. Includes actionable advice and a product plug for Urth & Fyre’s MCF1 support, consumables, and SOP consulting.