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C&M Scientific and Northern Balance come together as Labserve
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
Learn how we deliver laboratory balance calibration, repair and maintenance for 400 balances with minimal disruption.
5 Signs Your Laboratory Freezer Needs Calibration
Regular freezer calibration isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for laboratory safety and compliance. But how do you know when ...
How to Choose Your Calibration Service Provider
Laboratories rely on a wide range of precision instruments to generate accurate and reliable data. However, even the most advanced and ...
Trusted Helmer Medical Equipment for Blood Banks
As an authorised distributor of Helmer medical equipment, we supply a comprehensive range of solutions designed to meet the rigorous ...
Do You Need a Laboratory Service Contract?
Whether in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, or research, every laboratory relies on precision instruments to deliver ...
7 Reasons Why Your Laboratory NEEDS A Planned Maintenance Visit
Keeping your laboratory running smoothly isn’t just about having the latest equipment, it’s about maintaining its peak performance ...
C&M Scientific (now Labserve) acquired by Scientific Laboratory Supplies
Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquires C&M Scientific, Scotland’s leading scientific calibration, maintenance and validation ...
C&M Scientific Acquires Radison Services Limited, Expanding Geographical Coverage and Enhancing Customer Service and Support
C&M Scientific, the dedicated service arm of Scientific Laboratory Supplies Group (SLS), is delighted to announce the acquisition of ...
Northern Balance (now Labserve) secures CPI Framework for balance and scale calibration, maintenance, and supply
We’re delighted to announce that Northern Balance (now Labserve) has been awarded the multi-year framework for balance and scale ...
Top Maintenance Practices to Avoid Contamination in Blood Banks
Maintaining strict hygiene and operational standards in blood bank laboratories is critical, as contamination in these labs not only ...
Understanding and complying with European Pharmacopoeia Chapter 2.1.7: Balances for Analytical Purposes
We break down the weighing requirements stipulated in European Pharmacopoeia Chapter 2.1.7 to help you achieve ongoing compliance.
Closing the gaps in weighing data for continuous improvement
We look at potential gaps in weighing data and the solutions that can help you uncover crucial data to drive continuous improvement.
Enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through weighing best practices
Using Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), we highlight how weighing best practice can be implemented to improve your weighing ...
Expert opinions: The cost of human error and the role of weighing processes and technology
Human error can have costly consequences on your weighing processes. Find out how to mitigate these errors with weighing solutions.
Equipment failure: Proactive measures to prevent disruptive downtime
We will look at prevent disruptive downtime measures to help you safeguard your weighing equipment and your organisation from costly ...
Expert opinions: How calibrations provide measurement confidence
Find out how data obtained from traceable and UKAS calibration tests help to identify risks and safeguard your critical weighing ...
Traceable and UKAS calibrations – how do I choose the right option?
We highlight the key features of traceable and UKAS calibrations to help you choose the right option for your operations.
Factors for determining calibration frequencies
We look at key considerations to help you define the best calibration frequencies for your process, weighing equipment and application.
Practical tips to prevent weighing downtime
Does your business rely on the performance of your weighing equipment to deliver high-quality products or services at optimal ...
Understanding test weights and their impact on quality
In industries, such as food manufacturing and pharmaceuticals, incorrect measurements can result in product recalls, financial losses ...
Limit infection through equipment cleaning
Stay safe and limit infection risk from your weighing equipment by reviewing our handy cleaning suggestions.
Case Study: Density Determination with the Ohaus Adventurer Balance
Ohaus help to determine the density of various substances for the quality of finished goods and for research using Adventurer AX ...
Weighing A Kilogram – For The Masses
It’s not often I tell people ‘this is an interesting fact about metrology’ without being laughed at. November 2018 saw the change to ...
Expert opinions: How IIoT technologies in weighing are addressing today’s production challenges
Access to data via IIoT helps manufacturers automate & drive efficiencies. Find out how IIoT technology is revolutionising weighing ...
A Guide To Test Weights
Learn top tips on how to purchase, handle, clean and store your test weights in Northern Balance's free Guide to Test Weights.
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, diversifies non-weighing capabilities through Endress+Hauser’s Approved Service Partner programme
We’re pleased to announce that Northern Balance has been designated Approved Service Partner (ASP) status by global measurement ...
Service Level Agreements: Certainty in weighing support
COVID-19 has placed unprecedented pressure on essential supply chains to deliver more and at greater speed while moving around ...
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, awarded multi-year maintenance contract for the University of York
We’re delighted to announce that Northern Balance has been awarded a multi-year contract for the proactive and reactive maintenance of ...
Introducing our new and improved service, calibration, and test labels for enhanced accessibility and compliance
From January 2024, our service, calibration, and test labels have a fresh new look that enhances accessibility and compliance.
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, acquires A1 Scales to bolster customers’ choice and access to critical weighing services
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, is set to extend the choice and accessibility of its hire and UKAS calibration services.
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, has announced its acquisition by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS)
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, has announced its acquisition by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) – the leading supplier ...
Northern Balance, now known as Labserve, launches fast and affordable pipette service and calibrations tailored for UK laboratories
Northern Balance has introduced a flexible new pipette service and calibration offering to address the growing laboratory demand for ...