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Check Out Our Easter Sale!

Our Easter Sale is now live, featuring over 2,000 products and savings of up to 80% off across a wide range of laboratory supplies and equipment. With significant discounts across everyday lab essentials and specialist products, this limited-time promotion is the perfect opportunity to stock up while saving on high-quality products from leading laboratory brands.

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Save up to 56% OFF on Laboratory Balances

Take advantage of fantastic savings of up to 56% OFF on laboratory balances from trusted brands such as OHAUS, SLS Lab Pro, and SLS Lab Basics. These high-quality weighing solutions are designed to provide precise and reliable measurements across a wide range of applications, including routine sample preparation, formulation, quality control testing, and analytical research. 

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April Spotlight on Sustainability: Astell Ecofill 63L Autoclave

This month’s Spotlight on Sustainability falls on the Astell Ecofill 63L Autoclave — a product that achieved a perfect score, earning 5 of 5 possible sustainability attributes. Designed with efficiency at its core, Astell’s benchtop Ecofill units are among the most energy-efficient autoclaves available, helping laboratories reduce energy use while maintaining exceptional performance and reliability.

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SLS Delivers Flexible Lab Equipment Solutions at PHTA

A major new life sciences facility at the University of Birmingham has successfully equipped its laboratories despite significant construction delays, thanks to a coordinated supply and logistics effort led by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS).

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Save up to 57% OFF Mixers & Homogenisers

Enjoy massive savings of up to 57% OFF on laboratory mixers and homogenisers! Upgrade your lab with high-performance equipment designed to deliver reliable precision and consistent results in every experiment.

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New Product Launch: Eppendorf Centrifuge SpinPro® 6 R

The SpinPro 6 R centrifuge from Eppendorf sets a new benchmark for result-driven scientists, technicians, and lab managers. Designed for up to 2 L sample volumes, SpinPro 6 R is the only multipurpose benchtop centrifuge, that features sustainable cooling, a versatile rotor portfolio with RFID technology and lifetime management, and advanced documentation options for compliance in regulated GxP environments. 

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March Spotlight on Sustainability: Cole-Parmer BB-200 Electric Bunsen Burner

This month’s Spotlight on Sustainability highlights the Cole-Parmer BB-200 Electric Bunsen Burner with Controller, a high-performance laboratory heating solution manufactured in the UK. Designed to combine the familiar advantages of a traditional gas burner with the clean, efficient operation of a heating mantle, this electric Bunsen burner offers a safer and more environmentally conscious alternative.

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Meet Flaska: The Flask That Gets You!

Laboratory workflows are about to get a major upgrade. Discover Flaska – the innovative cell culture flask from Corning, designed to deliver better access, better handling, and better results. Engineered for one-handed media handling, Flaska combines ergonomic features with more sustainable product design without compromising on performance.

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Happy International Women's Day!

International Women's Day is a time to honour women’s contributions around the world. This year, we turn that celebration toward the remarkable women of our Customer Services leadership team at SLS who ensure every customer receives the very best service. Their dedication, expertise, and passion often go unnoticed, yet they are truly the heart of our team.

Take a moment to read their interviews and discover the stories behind the women who make every customer interaction exceptional.

Honeywell Becomes Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials was created through the spin-off of the former Advanced Materials business of Honeywell International Inc., announced on 8th October 2024, and completed on 30th October 2025. Its portfolio includes industry-leading brands such as Hydranal™, Fluka™, Spectra®, Burdick & Jackson™, and more.

Save Up to 74% OFF Liquid Handling Essentials!

Enjoy up to 74% OFF liquid handling essentials from trusted brands such as Eppendorf, Thermo Scientific™, and Gilson! Whether you’re restocking everyday consumables or upgrading key equipment, now is the perfect time to enhance your laboratory workflow.

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Automate Your Genomics Workflows with the Biomark™ X9 System!

We are thrilled to announce that the Biomark™ X9 System is now available via SLS! Designed to streamline workflows from real-time PCR to NGS library preparation, the X9 reduces hands-on time, boosts reproducibility, and delivers powerful performance in a compact benchtop footprint.

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C&M Scientific Offers Nationwide Laboratory Servicing You Can Rely On

We're thrilled to announce that C&M Scientific, our official service partner, is now offering nationwide servicing in the Republic of Ireland.

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SLS Group Welcomes Vivo Capital as New Shareholder Following Sale by LBO France

SLS Group today announces that its ultimate shareholder will change following an agreement by LBO France to sell its shareholding in the Dutscher Group, including all SLS Group companies, to Vivo Capital, a leading global private equity firm focused exclusively on healthcare and life sciences.

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Every year on 11th February, we celebrate the significance of female representation in STEM, shining a spotlight on achievements, big and small, that inspire future generations of female scientists to dream boldly and challenge stereotypes in the field. This year, we are turning our attention closer to home ... Meet Katherine Hills, our Supply Chain Manager!

Introducing the Findenser™: A Smart Way to Reduce Water Usage in the Laboratory

Laboratories are notoriously water-intensive environments, consuming 4x times more water than equivalent office spaces. From condensers used in chemical reactions to aspirators, cleaning and autoclaves, routine laboratory operations can place a substantial demand on water resources. These challenges are prompting labs to rethink how they use water, including the equipment they rely on for everyday experimental work.

One innovation leading this shift is the Findenser™ air condenser, a water-free condenser that offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional water-cooled condensers.

February Spotlight on Sustainability: PYREX Baffled Delong Neck Culture Flask

This month, the Spotlight on Sustainability falls on the PYREX Baffled Delong Neck Culture Flask. This product is available in a variety of sizes including 250ml, 500ml, 1 litre , and 2 litres. Proudly manufactured in the UK, just outside Stoke-on-Trent, this product has been recognised with the Sustainable Distribution & Packaging award, highlighting its reduced environmental impact from the manufacturing facility to the laboratory.

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Discover Our Sustainability Journey in 2025!

The final sustainability results for 2025 are in and we couldn't be more proud of what we've achieved in the past year. From trees planted to tonnes of plastic collected, discover our top sustainability moments below!

New FOCUS Brochure Out Now!

Discover the latest in laboratory innovation with the newest edition of FOCUS from SLS! Take advantage of our fantastic special offers and get a glimpse of the newest products from top brands.

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Azenta Mirage Connect - Now Available at SLS!

We are excited to announce that SLS now offers the Azenta Mirage Connect (DP-MC) - the first and only fully networked, camera-based tube-/rack-reader optimised for modern, automation-driven, cryogenic labs. 

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Our January Sale is LIVE!

Start the new year off right with massive savings of up to 80% on a wide range of selected lab equipment and supplies! Take advantage of unbeatable deals on high-quality products from top brands such as Eppendorf, Unigloves, Nalgene, SIMAX, Gilson, PYREX, and many more.

Don’t wait — these offers are available until 31st January, so make sure you grab your favourites before they’re gone!

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Happy New Year!

As we close out another busy and inspiring year, everyone at SLS would like to wish you a very Happy New Year. We hope you enjoy a well-deserved break and take time to rest, recharge, and celebrate your achievements. We’re excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to continue working together.

Thank you for being with us in 2025 and here’s to a successful and productive year to come!

January Spotlight on Sustainability: Qkine Growth Factors

This month, the Spotlight on Sustainability falls on Qkine Growth Factors, a range of premium-quality, animal-free proteins specifically designed to support and elevate organoid culture. Engineered for exceptional consistency, reliability, and performance, these growth factors ensure reproducible results for cutting-edge research. Qkine’s strong commitment to quality and responsible manufacturing practices has earned this product range an outstanding 5 out of 5 sustainability attributes.

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Strengthen Your Workflow with Gerhardt – Now Available at SLS!

We are pleased to announce our new semi-exclusive supplier partnership with Gerhardt, a respected global manufacturer of analytical laboratory systems with more than 175 years of experience. This partnership strengthens our capital equipment portfolio and allows us to offer reliable and precise instrumentation for key analytical workflows.

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Great Prices on Thermo Scientific™️Nalgene™️Rapid-Flow™️

Thermo Scientific™ Nalgene™ Rapid-Flow™ Filters are engineered to deliver fast, reliable, and high-quality performance for laboratories that demand efficiency and purity. Available in a wide range of volumes — from 50 mL to 1000 mL — these filters offer versatility across cell culture, media preparation, clarification, and sterile filtration applications.

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Christmas Opening Hours at SLS

Discover our festive-season opening hours and last shipping dates to help keep your orders running smoothly throughout this busy time of year. With adjusted office hours, reduced-staff days, and dedicated support for urgent requests, we’re committed to ensuring you receive the service and assistance you need during the holidays.

How to Choose a Laboratory Balance

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned professional, one fact is clear: not all laboratory balances are created equal. The difference between a 1mg variance and a true reading can mean the difference between reproducible results and experimental frustration. Choosing the right balance is not just about specifications — it’s about understanding your workflow, sample types, and regulatory requirements.

This article will provide a clear, practical guide that will help you choose a laboratory balance that meets both your current needs and long-term lab goals.

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Important Update: Honeywell is Transitioning to Solstice Advanced Materials

On October 8, 2024, Honeywell announced its plan to spin off its Advanced Materials business into an independent U.S. publicly traded company. Since then, the organisation has taken important steps forward, including selection of the company name of the proposed spin-off, which will be Solstice Advanced Materials, Inc., and filing their Form 10 registration statement.