OCRF provides different kinds of equipment for users to perform experiments. Below is a highlight of some of the equipment that is frequently used in research.
Analytical Equipment
SEAL Analytical AA500 Continuous Flow Analyzer
The AA500 is a segmented-flow analyzer that automates colorimetric wet-chemistry for up to six nutrient parameters in a single run. It delivers sub-ppb detection limits, 120-sample/hour throughput, and full walk-away operation while meeting EPA/ISO/AOAC methods for water, wastewater, soil, and plant extracts.
SHIMADZU TOC-LCPH Total Organic Carbon Analyzer
TOC-LCPH is a high-sensitivity, PC-controlled combustion-TOC analyzer that quantifies TC, IC, TOC, NPOC and TN from 4 µg L⁻¹ to 30 000 mg L⁻¹ via 680℃ catalytic oxidation–NDIR detection; automatic sample dilution, acidification & sparging, and stat-sample insertion deliver walk-away throughput for ultrapure to high-salinity waters.
Milestone DMA-80 evo Direct Mercury Analyzer
DMA-80 evo performs acid-free, 5-minute total mercury determination in any matrix (solid, liquid, gas) by combustion–gold amalgamation–double-beam AAS; 0.3 ppt–30 ppm range, 40-position autosampler, one permanent calibration, Autoblank zero-memory, EPA 7473 / ASTM compliant, cutting per-sample cost by 70%.
CHNS FlashSmart Elemental Analyzer
FlashSmart CHNS delivers 4-element micro-analysis in a single 5-minute cycle: flash combustion at 950℃, GC separation, and TCD detection for C, H, N, S from sub-ppm to 100 %. 32-position solid/liquid autosampler, 0.5–2 mg sample load, ASTM D5373 / AOAC / ISO compliant.
BD FACSCelesta™ Flow Cytometer
The BD FACSCelesta™ is engineered to streamline multicolor flow cytometry, providing high performance in a compact, benchtop design. With flexible laser configurations and compatibility with BD Horizon Brilliant™ dyes, this system simplifies experimental setup while delivering sensitive and accurate cell analysis. Ideal for both new and experienced researchers, it operates on BD FACSDiva™ software for an integrated workflow from data acquisition to analysis.
FlowCam 8400 Particle Size and Shape Analyzer
Bench-top imaging cytometer that captures high-resolution color images of every particle (2 µm–1 mm) as they flow through a 50–1000 µm cell at up to 10 mL min⁻¹. Each image is auto-analyzed for 40+ size/shape parameters (ESD, elongation, circularity, fiber curl, biovolume) and, with 488 nm laser excitation, dual-channel fluorescence lets you flag live algae, microplastics, or protein aggregates in real time. Minimum 100 µL sample, 50 000 particles min⁻¹ throughput, 21 CFR Part 11 compliant—ideal for aquatic research, biopharma QC, micro-plastics and environmental monitoring.
WTW OxiTop-IDS SET12 BOD Analyzer
Up to 12 BOD bottles run simultaneously, each sealed under an OxiTop-IDS wireless head that logs the pressure drop caused by microbial oxygen uptake. The system auto-corrects for temperature, stores 360 data points per bottle, and transmits results in real time to a Multi 3620/3630 IDS controller. Stirring platform, nitrification inhibitor, and 1–7-day programmable runs give OECD 301F-compliant BOD₅ values from 0–4 000 mg L⁻¹ without manual reading.
Metrohm 916 Ti-touch Potentiometric Titrator
All-in-one, compact benchtop unit that runs every routine potentiometric titration—DET, MET, SET, STAT, MAT—through a bright 90 × 120 mm touch screen. Built-in magnetic stirrer, two MSB ports for 800 Dosino or extra stirrers. Simply tap one of 14 user-definable “favorite” icons to start a method; pair with an 810 Sample Processor for unattended 24-sample sequences and contact-free reagent exchange via Dosino technology.
Field Equipment
Aqua Troll 700 Multiparameter Sonde
Probe carries up to six user-swappable sensors (temp, cond, pH/ORP, RDO, turbidity, nitrate, ammonium, chloride, algae pigments, oil fluorescence, etc.) plus a motorized anti-fouling wiper. Titanium-reinforced body works to 350 psi (≈ 240 m); RS-485/Modbus, SDI-12 and Bluetooth outputs; 2 s logging; calibrate and deploy in minutes with the VuSitu mobile app.
McLane WTS-LV High-Capacity Sampler
Single-event, upright profiler that autonomously pumps up to 36,000 L of ambient seawater through a 142 mm modular filter at 1–30 L min⁻¹, utilizing a dynamic algorithm to adjust pump speed and prevent sample clogging. Depth-rated to 5,000 m, powered by a 30 Ahr battery pack, and configured for in-situ collection of particulate trace metals, phytoplankton, and chlorophyll.