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MORE CAPACITY, PRECISION AND DURABILITY? IT’S ALL IN THE MIX.

In the U.S. lab equipment manufacturing industry, precision is non-negotiable. That’s why for over 85 years, scientists and researchers have relied on Glas-Col®’s state-of-the-art, customizable mixers. Adaptable to meet any challenge, they’re built for the long run.

VERSATILE, PRECISE, AND BUILT TO LAST

High-capacity Mixing

Mixing more samples at once than any other mixer on the market saves time and money

Repeatable, Reliable Results

Glas-Col’s high-precision manufacture and exacting quality standards mean a result you can trust every single time

Highly Customizable

As the manufacturer, we’re able to offer myriad custom solutions to meet any and every lab need

Long-lasting Equipment

A filtered, continuous-duty motor means smoother operation and longer life—often lasting 10-20 years

DURABLE MIXING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY LAB

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Vortexers

A primary technology for mixing laboratory samples in test tubes, well plates, or flasks

  • Variable speeds and pulsing

  • Filtered, continuous-duty motor 

  • Interchangeable cartridge system

  • Touchscreen user interface (not pictured)

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Shakers

Combine the functionalities of a vigorous laboratory shaker with a circular rocking motion

  • Touchscreen interface controls speed, time, load and recipe

  • Can hold up to four or eight separatory funnels

    • Up to four two-liter separatory funnels

    • Other sizes available

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Rotators

Continuous, controlled rotation ensures even distribution for consistent reactions and enhanced accuracy

  • Continuous-duty motor—variable speeds

  • Interchangeable heads—loads of up to 10 lbs

  • Suitable for more challenging substances

  • Unique mixing motion, superior to reciprocal shakers

BUT DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT…

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“Jim and staff have been great—the Modular Mixer units were perfectly designed, integrating with automated platforms to improve work flow and maintain sample integrity. It’s been a pleasure working with the Glas-Col folks the past two decades.”

Ken Linehan—President, MéCour Temperature Control

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“Our GlasCol shakers have been an invaluable asset, consistently providing reliable, precise mixing. Jim found us the perfect model. We appreciate the quality and durability—we have GlasCol shakers in the field that have lasted more than 15 years!”

David P. Holub, PhD—CSO, Cogita Science, LLC

Straight Answers From Our Team of Experts

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Every support question is answered by Glas-Col’s resident team of industry experts, led by Director of Sales and Marketing Jim Jacso. Collectively, they represent over 80 years of industry experience. Look no further than right here for the exact solution for your specific mixing needs.

Complete this form and one of our resident mixing experts will quickly respond with a recommendation tailored to your specific needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • At Glas-Col, we manufacture vortexers, rotators, shakers, and overhead stirrers. We like talking about them almost as much as we like making them, so if you have a specific product question—or just want to talk mixers—reach out today!

  • Every mixing solution is different, and arrived at by assessing multiple factors: material composition, vessel volume, desired output volume, viscosity, end use, substance volatility, specific industry regulations and customer budget are just some of the factors that play a role in this determination. Sound complicated? It is! Fortunately, you have the benefit of consulting with a team of the most knowledgeable and approachable experts in the precision mixing industry. Get answers from our mixing experts by filling out  the form above.

  • Glas-Col mixers are engineered to go the distance; when properly maintained, our mixers typically have been shown to give 10-20 years of service, considerably longer than the industry standard of durability for precision mixing machines. Got a question about any of our products’ longevity? Reach out today to ask one of our resident mixing experts.

  • Glas-Col mixers are fully customizable! Give us your specs, needs and budget, and we’ll deliver a mixer perfectly suited to your needs. Contact us with your customization questions.

  • 2-4 weeks is the typical amount of time between ordering and arrival. Special extenuating circumstances can affect lead times—we will advise the customer in such cases. Reach out today to talk with one of our experts about your specific situation.

  • Specific functions vary from product to product, but speaking generally, all our mixers are designed with an easy, intuitive operator interface in mind, frequently via a bright, easy-to-read touchscreen. Got an interface question or concern for our team? Reach out today and let’s start the conversation!

  • Many of our industrial and laboratory mixers have been assessed by UL to laboratory standard 61010 (safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use). Contact us to learn more.

  • You may absolutely purchase any Glas-Col products through your distributor! However, if any customization is desired, we suggest giving strong consideration to making your purchase through Glas-Col, if your purchasing policy allows for it. As the manufacturer, we’re able to customize our products to your exact specs, an option that’s frequently unavailable when purchasing through a distributor. Let’s talk to figure out your best purchase option.

  • At Glas-Col, we stand firmly by our durable, precision line of mixing products. Each product comes with a warranty. Our support team collectively has over eight decades of mixing industry expertise, and they will not rest until your mixing challenge is fully resolved. Got a question for them? Start by clicking here.

  • At Glas-Col, we’re committed to always delivering top value to our customers. As we see it, value is a function of two factors: the quality of the merchandise, and the price paid for it. The quality of our state-of-the-art mixing tools is unfailingly in the industry’s vanguard. Our prices, while not the lowest in the segment, are far from the highest. Top-shelf quality at a competitive price is the formula Glas-Col has followed for almost a century to deliver consistently excellent value to our appreciative customers. To take the first step towards becoming one of them—or to just talk mixers with one of our resident experts—reach out today!

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Glas-Col, LLC
711 Hulman Street P.O. Box 2128,
Terre Haute, IN 47802 0128 USA

Proudly made in the USA

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