LabServe Blog

C&M Scientific and Northern Balance come together as Labserve

Labserve — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:39:31 GMT

Two highly respected engineering specialists – C&M Scientific and Northern Balance – have come together under a new name: Labserve.

Precision without disruption: Maintaining the University of York’s 400 business-critical laboratory balances

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:04:30 GMT

The University of York – celebrated for academic excellence and world-leading research – relies on 400 laboratory balances essential to teaching and research across multiple locations. Ensuring these balances remain accurate, compliant, and fully operational is business critical.

Northern Balance (now Labserve) secures CPI Framework for balance and scale calibration, maintenance, and supply

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:31 GMT

We’re delighted to announce that Northern Balance (now Labserve) has been awarded the multi-year framework for balance and scale calibration, maintenance, and supply across the CPI’s Technology Centres in Northern England and Scotland.

C&M Scientific (now Labserve) acquired by Scientific Laboratory Supplies

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:47:02 GMT

Press Release

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquires C&M Scientific, Scotland’s leading scientific calibration, maintenance and validation company.

C&M Scientific Acquires Radison Services Limited, Expanding Geographical Coverage and Enhancing Customer Service and Support

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:40:26 GMT

C&M Scientific, the dedicated service arm of Scientific Laboratory Supplies Group (SLS), is delighted to announce the acquisition of Radison Services Limited. This acquisition represents a significant step forward in C&M Scientific’s strategy to develop an industry-leading service brand, extending its geographical footprint across the UK and Ireland while reinforcing its commitment to exceptional customer service and support.

Trusted Helmer Medical Equipment for Blood Banks

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:33:50 GMT

As an authorised distributor of Helmer medical equipment, we supply a comprehensive range of solutions designed to meet the rigorous demands of blood banks and laboratories. Our portfolio includes blood bank refrigerators, plasma freezers, plasma thawers, and platelet storage systems- all critical for the safe storage and handling of blood products.

How to Choose Your Calibration Service Provider

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:25:56 GMT

Laboratories rely on a wide range of precision instruments to generate accurate and reliable data. However, even the most advanced and well-maintained equipment can experience gradual drift from its original calibration over time. Without routine recalibration, this drift can compromise measurement accuracy, impact data integrity, and lead to non-compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.

5 Signs Your Laboratory Freezer Needs Calibration

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:12:10 GMT

In any laboratory setting, temperature-sensitive materials such as biological samples, reagents, and pharmaceuticals depend on precise storage conditions. That’s why maintaining the correct temperature in your freezer is critical – any deviation can compromise the integrity of your research and cost your lab time, money, and credibility.

7 Reasons Why Your Laboratory NEEDS A Planned Maintenance Visit

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:04:26 GMT

Keeping your laboratory running smoothly isn’t just about having the latest equipment, it’s about maintaining its peak performance over time. A planned maintenance visit is crucial to guarantee precision, uphold safety standards, and stay fully compliant with industry regulations.

Do You Need a Laboratory Service Contract?

Northern Balance — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:58:11 GMT

Whether in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, or research, every laboratory relies on precision instruments to deliver accurate and timely results. But with high-performance equipment comes the responsibility of keeping it properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant.