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For Persistent Difficulties

Contamination of Food and Feed 
with Mycotoxins

Approximately 25 % of global food production is destroyed due to mycotoxin contamination. The analytical detection of toxins in food and feed is therefore of great importance for the health of the world's population and for economic efficiency.

Mycotoxin Products
From experts of automated sample preparation | © LCTech GmbH
From Experts
The Specialists for Automated Sample Preparation

As an innovation driver, LCTech sets the qualitative and functional standard in the automation of important phases of sample preparation, making laboratory work easier, safer and more economical.

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For Experts
PCDD/F, PCB, PBDE, PCN & CP

LCTech offers solutions for the entire dioxin sample preparation process. From extraction to analysis with robust, high-quality equipment, columns as well as continuous support from LCTech experts.

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For current challenges | © PFAS in environmental samples
For Current Challenges
For Example PFAS in Environmental Samples

With the latest development of highly efficient SPE columns and state-of-the-art equipment, LCTech optimally supports sample preparation at every stage of the complete PFAS workflow.

What is happening right now

News

LCTech at the Dioxin Congress in Maastricht

We are proud that our company was able to participate at the Dioxin2023.
The congress brought together leading experts, researchers and companies to discuss the latest developments and innovative approaches in dealing with dioxins and PFAS.
We thank the organisers, speakers as well as participants and look forward to integrating the insights gained into our business strategy.

FLUOROS 2023 presented by Fresenius University of Applied Sciences

The FRESENIUS University of Applied Sciences organised an international symposium on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (#PFAS) from 31 August to 1 September 2023.

Our Product Manager Sorbents Dr. Thomas Gersthagen was represented at the poster exhibition Session 1 Analytical Tools (PO 1_2) with the poster "Extraction and Matrix Clean-up of Legacy and Emerging PFAS in Different Matrices" and, together with our sales expert Dr. Muck, was able to competently answer emerging questions about our products.

Maximilian Karl and Michael Baumann celebrate the graduation of Mr. Karl, who continues to work as a Purchaser at LCTech. | © LCTech GmbH
Successful training completion

On July 18th, 184 graduates of the Berufsschulzentrum (vocational school center) in Mühldorf celebrated their graduation. LCTech apprentice Maximilian Karl also graduated as an industrial clerk IHK and was honored for his outstanding grade point average of 1.0 with a state award from District Administrator Max Heimerl.

Michael Baumann, as well as the entire staff, congratulate Mr. Karl on his successful graduation and are looking forward to a continued very good cooperation with him.

LCTech's Social Engagement: Bringing Joy to the Local Playground!

The Gymnastics- and Sportsclub Obertaufkirchen has built a new children's playground with great commitment. Thanks to the efforts of numerous helpers who put in countless hours of work, it was now officially opened. On June 17th, the playground was finally inaugurated by many enthusiastic children. LCTech made a donation towards the cost of materials and is pleased to have supported this project.

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Product of the Month

Evaporation of 55 PFAS with D-EVA

To analyse PFAS, plastic materials are used instead of glass. The standard rotors of the D-EVA allow centrifuge tubes made not only from glass but also from plastic to be used for evaporation. The special sensor of the PFAS version enables the evaporation of up to 23 Falcon tubes.

23 x 40 mL to 500 – 900 µL in under 3 h or 53 x 10 mL nearly to dryness in 2 h.

NEWS

Latest Publications from LCTech

Mycotoxin AppNote available

"Clean-up and Concentration of
Chloramphenicol and Malachite green
from Animal Products and Honey
for Residue Analysis"

Dr. Frederik N. Wuppermann, LCTech GmbH

AppNote "D-EVA PFAS" available

D-EVA – Automated Evaporation of PFAS Samples.
(Compliant to US EPA 1633, 537.1, 533, DoD QSM 5.4, DIN 3840742 and 38414-14, EU 2020/2184, ISO 21675-2019)

AppNote "Fully automated mycotoxin analysis of peppers"

EU Regulation 1370/2022 has adjusted the limits for ochratoxin A, leading to an increased demand for more sensitive analysis and rising sample numbers. This poses a challenge for sample preparation, as it must be robust and reproducible to cope with the high sample reproducible in order to cope with the high sample volume and the heterogeneity of the sample materials.

Applications

Areas of Application
at a Glance

What can LCTech do for you?

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Water

The wide product range makes sample preparation in the field of water analysis immensely easier: from automated systems to manual devices and columns, everything from a single source.

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Food and Feed

Both food and feed manufacturers as well as laboratories with low analysis numbers or high throughput, will find unique automation concepts for cost-effective analysis at LCTech.

Environment

Laboratories are commissioned to examine samples of air, water and soil for pollutants or contaminants. It is crucial to always be up to date with the latest national and international regulations. LCTech ensures this with constant improvements and adjustments.

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PFAS

LCTech offers product solutions for the extraction, clean-up and concentration of these chemicals in the field of sample preparation from food, environmental samples and all types of water.

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PCDD/F, PCB, PBDE, PCN and CP

Even the smallest concentrations of these substance classes can cause severe toxic effects, which makes highly developed analysis and sample preparation necessary. LCTech offers unique technical solutions for this.

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Pesticides, PAH

Especially in the context of the revised DFG S19 (L 00.00-34) and other analytical methods, such as the AOAC methods 984.21, EN 12393 and EN 1528, LCTech offers with the FREESTYLE system a comprehensive product range that provides the right level of automation for every user.

Highlights

Always One Step Ahead

With the LCTech Advantages

Training by and for Experts

Are you planning to set up a laboratory or would you like to professionally train your team on the analysis of dioxins and PCBs?

Learn more about the special requirements for laboratories in ultratrace analysis from our experts.

  • Avoidance of risks such as permanent contamination of the laboratory
  • Professionale Chromatographic interpretation: Avoidance of false-positive results
  • Shortening of the dioxin laboratory set-up time by several months thanks to experienced experts
Service & Support

Service for your laboratory requirements:

Installation of new devices, device training, spare parts, maintenance or repair: Our competent service team will be happy to support you!

Contact us by e-mail at service@LCTech.de 
or call us at +49 8082 2717-0.

Note:
Outside Germany, please contact our respective local distributor first and have the serial number ready in case of questions regarding your LCTech device.

"Innovation and reliability have been the basis of our success for over 25 years."
Michael Baumann, Founder of LCTech
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Get to know LCTech 

From automation for sample preparation to consumables for analysis and professional training, LCTech offers everything a professional laboratory needs and various well-known institutions in the pharmaceutical and research industries appreciate.

LCTech Worldwide
LCTech is represented worldwide by a well-developed network of distributors and is itself the exclusive distributor of PICKERING Laboratories in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

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RELIABILITY

When it comes to sample preparation...

...customers from numerous industries rely on LCTech's many years of experience.

Ready for the next step?

  • You run a laboratory and want to automate your processes?
  • Would you like more information about our product range?
  • Do you need support in training your staff in the dioxin laboratory?

The LCTech experts will be happy to answer these and many other questions. Get in touch!