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🥃 Headspace, SPME, or LVI: Which is best for whiskey analysis?

Unlocking the rich, complex flavors of whiskey requires the right analytical approach. But how do you choose the best extraction method for your lab?

In our latest study, we put three popular techniques to the test: Static Headspace, SPME, and Large Volume Injection (LVI). We compared how each method captures the unique aroma and flavor profiles in whiskey samples.

The good news? With the FLEX 2 Autosampler, you don't have to limit your lab to just one method.

The FLEX 2 Autosampler gives you the ultimate freedom to easily switch between Headspace, SPME, and Liquid injections on a single platform. No need for multiple instruments or complicated setups, just smooth, automated sample preparation.

Want to see which technique performed best for your specific analysis goals?

🔗 Read the full comparison here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0sdM2z0

⚡ Speed vs. Sensitivity: Do you really have to choose in Method 8260?

Many environmental labs stick to the traditional 11-minute purge simply because "that's how it's always been done." But USEPA Method 8260 actually offers the flexibility to modify purge parameters, provided you can demonstrate equivalent performance.

We decided to push these boundaries.

In our application note, "A Study of Purge Flow Rates and Times," we utilized the EST Analytical EVOLUTION 2 and CENTURION to rigorously test higher flow rates against standard protocols.

The goal? To determine if increasing purge flow could slash cycle times without degrading compound recovery.

The Verdict:
✅ Optimized Flows: Increasing flow rates allowed for significantly shorter purge times.
✅ Data Integrity: The EVOLUTION 2 maintained exceptional linearity and method-compliant recoveries, even at accelerated settings.
✅ Lab Economics: Faster sample turnover means lower cost-per-analysis and higher daily revenue.

Stop letting default parameters dictate your lab's profitability. See the data that proves you can run faster and smarter.

🔗 Read the full study here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0rqY0W0