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Disposable samplers | for the highest standards in sampling

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Sampling for monitoring and analysis plays a large and important role for quality assurance in modern production processes. Very precise material analyses can be carried out using technical methods. However samples must first be taken professionally as taking samples incorrectly leads to inaccurate and therefore worthless analysis results. The purity of the sampler and devices used is a significant factor here. This is because the sample taken must not be affected by external factors as even the smallest external contaminations can falsify the examination result.

Disposable samplers are an alternative. These individually packaged plastic samplers are manufactured under clean room conditions and are even available optionally as sterilised samplers. Disposable samplers do not have to be cleaned before or after sampling as they are disposed of after use.

Reasons to use disposable samplers

  • Cleaning reusable samplers is a demanding and often complicated task, with greasy, strongly adhesive or toxic substances. Sometimes the task is even impossible
  • Work processes do not have to be interrupted by cleaning
  • Cross contamination is completely eliminated
  • The cleaning method does not need to be validated in audits
  • Time and money are saved
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The Bürkle single-use sampling range

To maintain the highest standards with regard to purity and sterility, Bürkle has developed a single-use sampler product line. These disposable samplers from the LaboPlast™ and SteriPlast™ brands are produced, mounted and individually packed in a class 7 clean room (10,000). The SteriPlast™ samplers are then sterilised with gamma rays. All products feature EU food approval and FDA approval.

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Scoops, spoons and spatulas

Bürkle SteriPlast™ products – scoops, spatulas and spoons – are high-quality, ergonomically shaped disposable products that are specially designed and optimised for sampling purposes. They are produced, assembled and individually packed in Bürkle’s own cleanroom and then sterilised by gamma rays (min. 10 kGy).

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Disposable samplers for foodstuff - blue and detectable

The shade of blue that is used does not occur in a natural form in foodstuff. Because of this, blue products or parts of them can be quickly found and easily identified in a visual check if they are ever mixed into production.

The detectable versions are not only coloured blue but also have a special additive in the material that makes them visible to metal detectors or X rays. These products can therefore be rejected with standard systems for checking for foreign objects, even though they are made of plastic.

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DispoSampler

Bürkle disposable samplers – DispoSampler – are used to take samples of liquids, viscous media, powders and granulates. Target point samples can be taken, all-layer and cross-section samples, as well as small and large sample quantities.

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Spoon spatula and Micro-spatula

The spoon spatula is a double spatula with a 0.5 ml spoon and a 17 mm spoon blade and the Micro-spatula is a double scoop spatula with rounded ends, contains 1.0 and 0.25 ml.

Specially designed for disposable use, resistant to chemicals and corrosion-proof.

Cleanroom manufactured, available either in a large package with 100 pieces or 100 pieces packaged individually and sterilised by gamma rays.

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SteriPlast Kit

The SteriPlast™ Kit is the ideal combination for sampling where purity and sterility is essential.

All parts are sterilised by gamma rays and suitable for use with foodstuffs.

The sampling set SteriPlast™ Kit consists of ten sample spatulas or ten sample scoops and ten SteriBag Premium tamper-proof sample bags.

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DispoDipper

Sampling tube manufactured in a clean room specially designed for disposable use. Due to the blue colour, it is also perfect for use in the food, animal feed and pharmaceutical industries.

DispoDipper is completely manufactured in one piece and can be used for sampling and subsequent transport of the sample in one device. In this way, cross-contamination or sample impurities are almost impossible.

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Dangerous liquids must never be filled off by directly pouring them out. Even the use of a funnel does not provide the required degree of safety when bottling dangerous liquids

  • Increased accident risk by slipping on dirty floors.
  • Skin diseases or poisoning by spilt chemicals.
  • Health hazard from harmful vapours.

Safety during bottling must be the number one priority – for your own personal protection!

This means that purchasing a suitable pump for filling off hazardous liquids is an investment in the safety and health of your employees which pays for itself in a very short time.

Choosing the right pump

Apart from the size and type of the container, the required pump capacity and the suitability of the pump for the particular medium are important considerations for choosing the right pump. The pump does not only have to be resistant to the medium to be bottled, but specific occupational safety and environmental protection regulations must also be considered.

Pump capacity

Electric pumps are the first choice for filling off large quantities at a fixed location. Their higher pumping capacity saves times and requires less manual effort. However, the purchase of an expensive electric barrel pump does not always pay for itself; there is often no on-site mains supply, e.g. in the open air, during assembly or in the equipment storage facility. Manual pumps are an interesting alternative to electric pumps for filling off small quantities due to their independence from a power supply and because they mean value for money.

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Container size and container type

Pumps that work according to the excess pressure principle are suitable for filling off the required quantities from canisters and small drums up to a capacity of approx. 60 litres. Air is pumped into the container using a pumping ball or pumping piston. This creates excess pressure in the container and the liquid is transported out via the immersion tube.

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Barrel pumps are suitable for larger barrels and open containers. They draw in the liquid and then eject it. This family of pumps is characterised by their robust construction with a good pumping capacity and simple handling. Different immersion tube lengths mean that the pumps fit all the usual commercially available containers. Low-mounted suction valves ensure that almost all the residual liquid is removed.

Materials

The most suitable pumps are robust industrial pumps made from top-quality materials such as polypropylene (PP) for acids and alkalis, or stainless steel V2A (1.4301) for flammable liquids. We always recommend the use of PTFE seals. Always check that the material is resistant to the medium to be pumped.

Bürkle offers a wide range of pumping devices for manually removing liquids from containers, canisters, drums and tanks.

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Samplers

Samplers

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When taking samples, a random test is taken from an overall quantity. These samples serve as the basis for the analysis regarding quality assurance. The correct procedure for taking spot samples is therefore a very important subject. Only with representative and authentic samples can reliable information about the quality, properties or composition of a particular material be provided.

Very precise material analyses can be carried out with the most up-to-date technology. However, the technology is no good if an error occurs when the sample is taken and this error continues through all phases of the analysis, with the consequence that the final result of the quality check is wrong.

Correct information about the properties of a material can only be provided if the sample is taken properly and treated in the same way as in the subsequent analysis. The basic point is that the properties and composition of the sample quantity correspond exactly with the material quantity that has to be evaluated.

Sampling equipment

Choosing the right sampling equipment depends on many different selection criteria. It depends on the material properties of the sampler as well as on the type of sampling, the container or the site where the material is located, and the frequency with which the sampling has to be carried out. In addition to individual requirements for sampling, all equipment should fulfil the basic principles explained below:

Sampler material

The equipment should be made of inert substances from which no material can come loose and which does not react with other substances and therefore cannot contaminate the sample. The inert substance depends on the medium to be sampled. As a general rule, samplers made of stainless steel and high-quality plastic such as PTFE are very suitable.

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Cleaning the sampling equipment

It should be easy and quick to clean the equipment and – under certain conditions – to sterilise it. In the food industry, sterile-packed disposable samplers are recommended which can be disposed of after use.

Processing the samplers

Samplers must not have any grooves or crevices because residual material collects in such crevices and cannot be easily removed. This means that cross-contamination and memory effects can no longer be ruled out.

Surface of the equipment

The samplers‘ surfaces have to be especially smooth, for example, electro-polished stainless steel or PTFE. This prevents material from being deposited and simplifies cleaning. When selecting the appropriate sampling equipment, you must ensure that it is finished properly on the inside. Equipment with only a smooth external surface will not meet any quality standards.

Bürkle offers various samplers for bulk goods, liquids, viscous substances, soil, ice and meat with comprehensive accessories and a large range of disposable and sterile sampling equipment.

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Plastic Labware

LaboPlast™ from Bürkle - the quality brand for laboratories and science

LaboPlast™ is the Bürkle brand for high-quality plastic products that have been specially designed and developed to optimally meet the demanding and in part special requirements in laboratories, industry and science.

Here LaboPlast™ stands for the best quality, excellent craftsmanship and outstanding material properties.

Test the products and get to know and appreciate our LaboPlast™ product lines!

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SteriPlast™ from Bürkle

Bürkle SteriPlast™ products are high-quality, ergonomically shaped disposable products that are specially designed and optimised for sampling purposes. They are produced, assembled and individually packed in Bürkle’s own clean room and then sterilised by gamma rays (min. 10 kGy).

The SteriPlast™ products thus meet all the requirements for absolutely sterile sampling with first class certification.

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Bürkle offers a wide range of laboratory equipment and laboratory articles made of plastic, trays, volume measuring equipment, funnels, fittings, hose connectors, bottles, boxes, canisters, containers etc. for all requirements and applications in the laboratory, in industry and in science.

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Buerkle™ Electrically Conductive Canister with UN Approval

Canister made of electrically conductive HDPE for preventing ignition sources. Capable of diverting a charge (surface resistance <109 ohms) and can be earthed, which makes them suitable for use with flammable liquids. Canister conductive UN 10l

Buerkle™ White Polypropylene Tubes with Screw Cap

Empties fully without residue retention. Buerkle™ White Polypropylene Tubes with Screw Cap are impervious to light, sterilizable, and suitable for use with foodstuffs. JAR PP WHITE 600 ML

Buerkle™ HDPE Jerrican

Use these jerricans for liquid storage or transport. Buerkle™ HDPE Jerricans are UN transport approved and include a tamper-evident seal. CARBOY HDPE 30L BLUE

Buerkle™ Disposable Plunging Siphon

Dispose of the sampler instead of carrying out a complicated cleaning process. Buerkle™ Disposable Plunging Siphons are constructed of transparent polyethylene which resists adhesion and minimizes sample retention. EINWEG-STECHHEBER, KOMPLETT MIT HANDGRIFF, 75ML,D=27mm, L=50cm, Tiefe: 35cm

Buerkle™ Rapid Couplings, NW 6.4 mm, Male Connections, Hose Nipples with Hose Nozzles

Rapid Couplings, NW 6.4 mm, Male Connections, Hose Nipples with Hose Nozzles for a fast and safe connection for liquids, gases, compressed air and vacuum. CPC Coupling POM valve spout Ø9,5 mm

Buerkle™ Spill Trough Laboratory Tray

Suited for environmentally dangerous aggressive substances, for laboratory work, as an etching tray, an instrument holder, a medicine tray, for photographic development, as a sample presentation tray or a display tray for foodstuffs. Buerkle™ Spill Trough Laboratory Trays are practical, all-purpose trays that can be nested when empty, and are durable, shatterproof and resist flexing. WASHBASIN POLYPROPYLENE 39 L

Buerkle™ V2A Stainless Steel Sample Spoon

Buerkle™ V2A Stainless Steel Sample Spoon is a specially shaped spoon that allows you to reach almost every corner in a container and prevents samples from trickling out. Sample-spoon, Length 500mm

Buerkle™ Chemical Resistant Plastic PVC Apron

Manufactured of polyvinyl chloride. BRAND™ Chemical Resistant PVC Apron includes eyelets, neck band and waist band welded into the apron. Reinforced fabric and construction is industry quality. Chemical Resistant Plastic PVC Apron

Buerkle™ Wide Neck Jerry can without Threaded Connector

Designed with extremely wide filling opening . Buerkle™ Wide Mouth Jarrycans are easy to fill and clean inside; critical when storing sensitive substances. Wide-neck can w/o thread 30l

Buerkle™ Polyethylene Round All Purpose Boxes

Box for storing, packing, taking samples, sampling and transport of pastes, granules, powders, soil samples and frozen goods (-40 °C up to briefly +95 °C). Ideal use of space, can be stacked. Complete with press-in lid Round box PE transparent 500ml

Buerkle™ AirJet™ Mini Membrane Vacuum Pump

Able to pump, compact and evacuate 100% oil-free, which means it does not distort results or add impurities. AirJet vacuum pump Mini EPDM

Buerkle™ HDPE Wide Mouth Disposal Keg Container

HDPE Wide Mouth Disposal Keg Container for disposal or storage of powders, granulates and liquids. Can be closed tightly and sealed. The containers have an UN transport approval for solids. HDPE Wide Mouth disposal container with lid, 6l

Buerkle™ Squeeze-Fix Hose Clamp

Using these clips, hoses can be compressed partially or completely as required. Buerkle™ Squeeze-Fix Hose Clamps are made from POM, do not rust, and can be operated with one hand. Permanently elastic, hygienic and sterilizable. SCHLAUCHKLEMME QUETSCH-FIX 1-5 MM (VE=1 PCE)

Buerkle™ PVC VacuMan™ Vacuum Pump

Hand pump can be operated with one hand to create a vacuum or pressure, independent of a power supply (e.g. vacuum filtration, taking samples, dissipation of desiccators). VACUMAN VAKUUMPUMPE, OHNE MANOMETER, PVC, HUB36ml, 815mbar

Buerkle™ HDPE Wide Mouth Disposal Keg Container

HDPE Wide Mouth Disposal Keg Container for disposal or storage of powders, granulates and liquids. Can be closed tightly and sealed. The containers have an UN transport approval for solids. Wide-mouth cont. HDPE UN 3,5l

Buerkle™ Polypropylene Storage and Stacking Container

Buerkle™ Polypropylene Storage and Stacking Container with external reinforcement ribs. Storage and stacking containers 600 x 400 x 180 mm

Buerkle™ OTAL™ Foot Pump

Buerkle™ OTAL™ Foot Pump ensures good removal of residual liquid and allows the foot pump to be used with different containers. FOOT PUMP WITH TUBING

Buerkle™ HDPE Spray Bottles with Pump Vaporizer and Safety Cap

Vaporize liquids at the push of a button in an environmentally compatible way with these HDPE spray bottles. Buerkle™ HDPE Spray Bottles with Pump Vaporizer and Safety Cap feature a protective cover which prevents unintentional pressing of the pump and acts as a dust cover. SPRAYER TRANSPARENT 50ML

Buerkle™ Pressureless LDPE Spray Bottles with Long-life Hand Pump

Manufactured from polypropylene, polyethylene and stainless steel. Buerkle™ Pressureless LDPE Spray Bottles spray 1.2ml ±0.1 volume per stroke. Suitable for agricultural pesticides and detergents. SPRAYER LDPE 250ML D60XH220MM

Buerkle™ SteriPlast™ Micro Spatulas

Use to sample, transfer or process small amounts of chemicals, powders, granulates, pastes, creams or liquids. Buerkle™ SterilPlast™ Micro Spatulas facilitates precise work with sturdy centre handle. X100 Micro-spatula, SteriPlast, PS, sterile, 1,0/0,25ml

Buerkle™ Packaging Buckets

Manufactured from polypropylene for strength and durability. Buerkle™ Packaging Buckets are ideal for transport, packaging and storing of a wide range of materials. BUCKET PACKAGING PP 3L

Buerkle™ Hose tubing stop-cock

Hose tubing stop-cock – Simple reflux nozzle with two-sided hose nozzle. TUBING COCK PE 10-15 MM

Buerkle™ Three Way Valves

Three Way Valves are used for transfer of liquids or gases in order to release the flow, to block it or to change its direction. VALVE 3-WAY PVDF 5 A 7 MM ID

Buerkle™ Polyethylene Hose Couplings

Attachable, conical hose couplings for pressureless operation. X10 hose couplings 11 - 14 mm

Buerkle™ Instrument Server

Provides clean storage of instruments, equipment, goods and precision parts. Buerkle™ Instrument Servers are constructed of sturdy melamine resin and are autoclavable at 121°C for 20 minutes. INSTRUMENT TRAY 27X21 CM

Compact Jerrycan

The LaboPlast ™ Polypropylene Compact Jerry Can, for more content on less shelf width Space canister, without screw neck, 10 L

Buerkle™ Close-it™ Control Seal

Prevent sample loss with these adhesive seals. Buerkle™ Close-it™ Control Seals were developed to prevent sample loss through holes created by sampling lances. Labels have a sandwich-type structure (aluminum/paper) and seal containers hermetically (vapor barrier). CLOSURE SEAL CLOSEIT 150X150 MM GREEN

Buerkle™ Plastic Barrel Funnels for General Purposes

All-purpose funnels with suspension eyelet for safe filling of containers. FUNNEL PP 200 MM Feinsieb aus Aluminium

Buerkle™ SteriPlast™ Spoon Spatulas

Use as a sampling spoon or to measure or transfer small amounts. Buerkle™ SteriPlast™ Spoon Spatulas can also be used as a scraper or for mixing and stirring. X100 Spoon spatula, SteriPlast, PS, sterile, 0,5ml/17mm

Buerkle™ Polyethylene Square All-Purpose Boxes

Buerkle™ Polyethylene Square All-Purpose Boxes are for storing, packing, taking samples, sampling, and transport of pastes, granules, powders, soil samples and frozen goods. All-purpose box PE 1500ml

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