Meeting the challanges of environmental
pollutants analysis
Environmental analysis often involves:
- Increasing sample throughput requirements
- Strict regulatory limits and trace detection levels
- Complex and heterogeneous environmental matrices
- Time-consuming extraction techniques
- High solvent consumption and operating costs
High throughput
Simultaneous extraction of multiple samples.
Fast turnaround time
Short extraction cycles for routine analysis.
Lower solvent consumption
Greener extraction with minimal solvent usage.
Improved reproducibility
Controlled temperature conditions across all vessels.
Safe operations
Reduced solvent exposure and no cleaning steps.
Simultaneous extraction of multiple samples.
Fast turnaround time
Short extraction cycles for routine analysis.
Lower solvent consumption
Greener extraction with minimal solvent usage.
Improved reproducibility
Controlled temperature conditions across all vessels.
Safe operations
Reduced solvent exposure and no cleaning steps.
Questions?
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MICROWAVE EXTRACTION FOR PFAS ANALYSIS
The ETHOS X for PFAS analysis is specifically designed to deliver the highest throughput, processing up to 44 samples per batch. This ensures an efficient workflow and the highest productivity available on the market.
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APPLYING GREEN CHEMISTRY PRINCIPLES TO ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS
By combining rapid and selective microwave heating with closed-vessel technology, MAE significantly reduces both solvent volume and energy consumption, offering a more sustainable alternative to traditional techniques like Soxhlet extraction. Conventional Soxhlet systems typically require large quantities of solvent and extended heating cycles, resulting in high waste generation and energy usage. In contrast, microwave closed-vessel systems drastically shorten extraction times while using a fraction of the solvent, thus minimizing environmental impact.
Achieving lower detection limits
with higher sample amount.
ETHOS X and ETHOS X LEAN are equipped with
fastEX rotor technology, combining disposable glass
vials, controlled microwave heating, and closed-vessel
operation to ensure high throughput and reproducible
performance. Large-volume disposable glass vials
enable higher sample mass, supporting lower detection
limits in trace analysis.
The Milestone fastEX-24eT (for ETHOS X) and fastEX-12eT (for ETHOS X LEAN) rotors uses disposable glass vials, eliminating the need for cleaning and the possibility of memory effect between different runs. The 100 mL vials can accommodate the extraction of a large sample amount. The easy to handle and affordable cost of the vials leads to high productivity at a very low running cost.
The Milestone fastEX-24eT (for ETHOS X) and fastEX-12eT (for ETHOS X LEAN) rotors uses disposable glass vials, eliminating the need for cleaning and the possibility of memory effect between different runs. The 100 mL vials can accommodate the extraction of a large sample amount. The easy to handle and affordable cost of the vials leads to high productivity at a very low running cost.
Large sample amount
in disposable glass vials.
The ETHOS X with fastEX-24 rotor extracts up to 30 grams of sample with minimal solvent volume, helping analysts to accomplish their tasks.
The Milestone fastEX-24 rotor uses disposable glass vials, eliminating the need for cleaning and the possibility of memory effect between different runs. The 100 mL vials can accommodate the extraction of a large sample amount. The easy to handle and affordable cost of the vials leads to high productivity at a very low running cost.
The Milestone fastEX-24 rotor uses disposable glass vials, eliminating the need for cleaning and the possibility of memory effect between different runs. The 100 mL vials can accommodate the extraction of a large sample amount. The easy to handle and affordable cost of the vials leads to high productivity at a very low running cost.
24 SAMPLES IN < 1 HOUR
FASTEX WORKFLOW
The extraction workflow is simple and efficient: samples are placed into disposable glass vials , the appropriate
solvent is added, the vials are inserted into the rotor and the vessel is closed. These simple operations
are combined with controlled microwave heating and integrated temperature monitoring to ensure a consistent and
reproducible extraction process.
Productivity
Microwave-assisted extraction significantly increases laboratory productivity by enabling the simultaneous processing
of multiple samples in a single run. Compared to traditional techniques such as Soxhlet or sequential extraction
systems, ETHOS X and ETHOS X LEAN dramatically reduce extraction times and enable a substantial increase in
daily sample throughput.
RELIABLE AND CONSISTENT
Data quality and reliability are essential for environmental laboratories. The ETHOS X and ETHOS X LEAN platforms,
combined with fastEX rotor technology, ensure consistent and reproducible extraction across a wide range of
matrices. Controlled temperature conditions and closed-vessel operation enable the simultaneous processing of
multiple samples, including different matrices within the same run, ensuring optimal extraction efficiency. In addition,
the use of large-volume disposable glass vials eliminates cross-contamination and memory effects, supporting
reliable results even for trace analysis.
COMPLIANT
Microwave-assisted extraction using ETHOS X
and ETHOS X LEAN is compliant with established
environmental methods, including US EPA 3546
and other international standards. Controlled
temperature conditions and closed-vessel operation
ensure efficient extraction of organic pollutants
across a wide range of environmental matrices,
supporting accurate and reproducible results in
routine laboratory workflows.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI)
The combination of high throughput, reduced solvent consumption, simplified sample handling, and lower
maintenance requirements significantly reduces the cost per sample. This enables laboratories to improve operational
efficiency and achieve a faster return on investment.
Real-life experiences and successes
SFS-24
SIMULTANEOUS FILTRATION SYSTEM
The analysis of organic pollutants in environmental matrices, such as soils and sediments, includes the filtration step, after a solvent extraction process. The Milestone Simultaneous Filtration System (SFS)
is a compact and complete workstation to filter up to
24 samples simultaneously in a few minutes. Samples
are filtered into standard evaporation tubes, using the
Milestone disposable funnels, providing easier handling
and reducing fume hood space.
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Phone: +39 035.573857 | Fax: +39 035.575498
Milestone™ SpA
Via Fatebenefratelli 1/5 - 24010 Sorisole (BG) - Italy
Phone: +39 035.573857 | Fax: +39 035.575498
Via Fatebenefratelli 1/5 - 24010 Sorisole (BG) - Italy
Phone: +39 035.573857 | Fax: +39 035.575498