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University of Cape Town’s IDM Becomes Africa’s First My Green Lab-Certified Academic Research Institute
November 26, 2025| Posted in Sustainability| 95
The Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) at the University of Cape Town has achieved My Green Lab certification, offering a practical example of how scientific research can reduce its environmental impact through steady, measurable changes.
EX Zones: Classification, Description & Key Characteristics with Application of HX5.EX Scales
September 25, 2025| Posted in Industrial Safety| 251
Learn the fundamentals of EX Zones (0/1/2/20/21/22), their classification, key safety characteristics, and how HX5.EX intrinsically safe scales are designed to operate safely in hazardous industrial environments.
LASEC Partners with Bioeksen
September 5, 2025| Posted in Latest News and Updates| 223
LASEC is delighted to announce our new partnership with Bioeksen, a leading biotechnology company specialising in innovative molecular diagnostic solutions.
SANS 54470-1 Fire Safety Cabinets: A Practical Guide for Industrial Sites in South Africa
September 4, 2025| Posted in Industrial Safety| 361
Keeping flammable liquids in a general metal cupboard isn’t just risky; it could put people, production, and compliance at risk. SANS 54470-1:2017 specifies the performance and construction requirements for fire safety cabinets used to store flammable liquids in workplaces across South Africa.
Sustainability in Science: 8 Smart Ways to Reduce Water Waste in Your Lab
August 20, 2025| Posted in Sustainability| 318
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| 231
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| 628
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| 481
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| 1963
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| 468
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.
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