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Sustainability in Science: 8 Smart Ways to Reduce Water Waste in Your Lab

August 20, 2025| Posted in Sustainability| 138

Labs consume a staggering amount of water daily, from cooling processes to cleaning glassware. But going green doesn’t mean sacrificing efficiency. Here’s how you can drastically reduce water waste in your lab with simple, science-driven solutions.

Transforming African Research: The Power of the LI-COR and LASEC Partnership

August 1, 2025| Posted in Latest News and Updates| 98

Discover how the LI-COR and LASEC partnership brings advanced environmental monitoring and HOBO® data loggers to Africa, empowering climate, agriculture, and water research.

analytica Lab Africa 2025: Discover Cutting-Edge Laboratory Innovations at the LASEC Pavilion

July 4, 2025| Posted in Latest News and Updates| 423

Join LASEC at analytica Lab Africa 2025 to discover the technologies shaping the future of laboratory science across Africa. As a Silver Sponsor celebrating 80 years of excellence, LASEC will headline this leading laboratory technology trade fair from 8–10 July 2025 at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg.

How Synexa Achieved My Green Lab Certification: A Model for Sustainable Laboratories

July 3, 2025| Posted in Sustainability| 241

Synexa Life Sciences recently accomplished a significant milestone by achieving My Green Lab Certification at the highest ‘Green’ level at its Cape Town, South Africa facility. This achievement highlights their dedication to sustainability and positions them as industry leaders in environmentally responsible laboratory practices.

LASEC Laboratory Equipment Calibration Services | SANAS-Accredited Precision & Compliance

July 1, 2025| 701

LASEC provides SANAS-accredited laboratory equipment calibration, maintenance, and validation services, ensuring precision, compliance, and optimal performance across all lab environments.

Why Supplier Choices Matter in Sustainable Procurement for Laboratories

June 5, 2025| Posted in Sustainability| 283

Discover how lab supplier choices influence sustainability. Learn about ACT labeling, eco-friendly products, and practical procurement tips to reduce your lab’s environmental impact.

Revvity and LASEC Partner to Deliver Advanced Genomics Solutions Across Sub-Saharan Africa

April 25, 2025| Posted in Latest News and Updates| 1008

LASEC is now a channel partner for Revvity’s Applied Genomics portfolio in sub-Saharan Africa. This collaboration delivers world-class genomics tools — from nucleic acid extraction to automated library preparation — backed by local expertise, training, and support. Discover how this partnership drives innovation and empowers African researchers with scalable, cutting-edge technologies.

Important Notice: Final Dispatch Dates for 2024 at LASEC

December 11, 2024| Posted in Latest News and Updates| 1281

As we draw nearer to the end of another productive year, we would like to extend our gratitude for your continued support and trust in us for all your laboratory equipment needs. With the holiday season upon us, we want to make sure you're fully informed about our last order and dispatch dates for 2024.

Enhancing Biological Sample Storage with Lasec®: A Case Study of SANBS

December 5, 2024| Posted in Instruments| 742

Lasec® partnered with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) to upgrade their Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Storage System for biological sample preservation.

Why the Food Industry is Switching to Petrifilm™ Solutions

November 21, 2024| Posted in Consumables| 1324

Discover how Petrifilm™ is revolutionising food safety testing with its ready-to-use design, efficiency in high-demand settings, and eco-friendly benefits. Learn practical steps to implement Petrifilm™, explore webinars for certification, and unlock its full potential for your business.