What Separates SLEE Embedding Centres from Other Brands?
In modern histology laboratories, embedding centres play a critical role in preparing tissue samples efficiently [...]
Apr
Cost vs Quality: Choosing The Correct Microtome For Your Lab
The pressure to deliver fast, accurate, and reliable diagnostic results has never been higher. With [...]
Apr
Understanding Microtome Blades: Cutting Tissue with Precision
Accurate diagnosis starts with perfectly thin, consistent tissue sections. Solmedia microtome blades are engineered to [...]
Apr
Unlocking Precision in Pathology Imaging: The Power of Digital Zoom
In modern pathology laboratories, speed, clarity, and accuracy are critical. As digital workflows continue to [...]
Apr
Safer Sample Reception: Cutting Formaldehyde Risk
In modern pathology laboratories, the safe handling of clinical specimens is paramount. Many samples arrive [...]
Mar
Safer Formaldehyde Handling in UK Histology Labs
Formaldehyde remains a critical but hazardous chemical in histology. As a carcinogen and respiratory irritant, [...]
Mar
Introducing the Covertec Film Coverslipper
In today’s high-throughput pathology laboratories, consistency, speed and reliability are essential to meeting clinical demands [...]
Mar
Ventilated Storage Cabinets: Ensuring Compliance, Protecting Staff, and Powering Inspection Readiness
UK histology laboratories operate within one of the most tightly regulated healthcare environments. The handling [...]
Feb
How Much Time Do Pre-Filled 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin Containers Really Save a Histology Lab?
Most histology laboratories use 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) as their routine fixative. Over the [...]
Feb
Manual Staining in Laboratory Practice: Uses, Reasons, and Benefits
Staining of tissue sections is a fundamental step in both research and clinical laboratories. While [...]
Feb
Why the SLEE MNT Cryostat Is an Ideal Choice for Mohs Surgery Labs
In Mohs micrographic surgery, time and precision are everything. Surgeons rely on rapid, high-quality frozen [...]
Feb
Why Choosing the Right Paraffin Wax Matters in Histology Labs
Paraffin wax is the foundation of histology. Its quality directly affects tissue preservation, sectioning performance, [...]
Feb
Espo 2 Microscope Slide Printer: Compact Precision for Demanding Laboratories
In modern histology and pathology laboratories, accuracy, speed and traceability are essential. The Espo 2 [...]
Feb
Why Tomo Slides Are Revolutionising Histology Labs
In histology and IHC, tissue adhesion and consistent staining are critical — and TOMO® slides [...]
Feb
Health & Safety in Grossing Stations: 3 Essential Protocols
Dissection and grossing work in pathology and anatomical laboratories play a crucial role in medical [...]
Jan
The Hidden Cost of Poor Laboratory Ergonomics – And The Solution: Ergotec
In pathology laboratories, biomedical scientists and clinical technicians spend long hours handling samples, operating [...]
Jan
Why Ergonomic SLEE Microtomes Make Sense — For Staff Health and Lab Costs
Why Ergonomic SLEE Microtomes Make Sense — For Staff Health and Lab Costs When a [...]
Jan
Solving Common Microtomy Problems
Common Microtomy Problems And How Solmedia Blades Solve Them High-quality microtomy relies on precision at [...]
Jan
The Road to Net-Zero
At Solmedia, we recognise that the future of our industry and our planet depends on [...]
Dec
Why a healthy supply chain and a reliable supplier matter for UK histology & pathology labs
A reliable supply chain is essential for histology and pathology labs. When reagents, slides, stains [...]
Dec