Meiji Techno America New Business Card 2013

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Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you from everyone here at Meiji Techno America!

Happy Holidays and 

Happy New Year to you 

from everyone here at 

Meiji Techno America!

Everyone here at Meiji Techno America would like to wish you happy holidays, and a wonderful upcoming year!

It was a hectic end of 2012 for us with our move, but we look forward to starting off 2013 with a good start, our new team, and our new building! We are working with construction finishing our demo room, repair room, and break room, and since we first moved in there has been so much progress! Here are some pictures of that progress.

Caption competition from Labhomepage

A caption competition from Lab Homepage

THIS picture was sent to us by Meiji Techno, which has just commissioned a new suite of 365 microscopes at the University of Liverpool, UK. The university’s new central teaching laboratory was opened last month, October 2012, just in time for the new academic year.

Given the substantial investment made by the university in its new state-of-the-art labs, you might think that the press release would be accompanied by images of smiling students getting to grips with their new kit. I mean, 365 brand new microscopes – that’s pretty impressive.

The 170 workstations in the lab each have video and computing capabilities, and the microscopes are equipped with Lumenera cameras. The university proudly boasts that this makes it the most advanced and largest light microscopy teaching facility in the UK. Altogether, it looks like a pretty cool set-up.

Judging by this student’s demeanour, however, all might not be well at the university. Maybe he’s still suffering the after-effects of Fresher’s Week, or perhaps he’s just camera shy.

We at LabHomepage wonder if our readers have any better ideas about what is passing through the young man’s mind, and invite entries for our caption competition. There are no prizes other than the inestimable prestige of contributing to this august website, the world’s leading news channel for laboratory equipment, but that should be enough for anyone. To enter, click here

Look What We Just Got: Meiji EMZ-5TR Zoom Stero Microscope

We just got a new stereo microscope, the Meiji EMZ-5TR zoom stero microscope, with PBH stand and polarization accessories. Such microscope system is useful for detecting and viewing birefringent materials.

Why do we need to have the microscope? Very so often, we need to look at the crystals to make sure that they are of good quality before we send them to our wonderful collaborator, Dr Maren Pink at IUMSC. In the past, we were able to use the microscope at the Crystallography facilitylocated in the basement of the same building, with a very convenient access. With the former facility director, we even had permission to have a key to the facility, so we can use the microscope any time, in particular after the facility operating hours! Lately, this has became a hassle. We no longer have the key and very often we were unable to get to the microscope because the door to the facility were locked, even during the regular working hours. When we asked for permission to have the key, the facility director asked the higher-up for the general policy. Finally, we were told that we could have the key with the condition that we would be “responsible for any facility problems on a given evening or weekend” Oh, c’mon!!! Slow moving and lack of competitiveness in the heartland may not be that uncommon, but the lack of trust? It would be better for us not to be involved in such deal. For under $1700 we could get the microscope with polarizing accessories, a reticle (eyepiece micrometer) and a spare light bulb from the Capital Microscope Service (CMS). We hope to get the camera accessories in the future so we take some pictures of the crystals send them to Dr. Pink for consultations before we send the crystals to her. Of course, we will show off those interesting picture here too.

Anyway, when the microscope package arrived, it took no time for us to assemble all the components together, except for one thing, the reticle…where to place it? The documentation came with the package did not include information about the reticle at all. This may be trivial to a lot people… it should go to the eyepiece… but how? Thanks to the WWW, Google and those who put together many useful informations out there. We found the website, microbus, and the problem solved. There are lots of chemistry website and blogs with interesting and useful informations…we hope to make contribution to the community too.

Choosing a microscope

Choosing a microscope is simply a question of getting the right tool for the job. Since microscopes are put to such a wide range of uses, there are naturally many types of microscopes and specialized accessories. This is a brief guide to the types of microscopes that Meiji Techno offers and the applications for which they are commonly used.

Biological Microscopes These microscopes are used by laboratories, universities and hospitals to look at biological specimens for research and diagnostics. Industrial Microscopes Industrial Microscopes are used primarily in assembly work or quality control. They are used to inspect materials and finished products. Stereoscopic Microscopes Stereo microscopes are typically used in work or study environments that require users to work with the specimen with their hands or with tools under the microscope. Usually low magnification however, some models can achieve 300X with decent resolution. Electronic Inspection Equipment Usually stereo microscopes are used to inspect printed circuit boards for flaws in manufacturing or production. An "oblique viewer" can be added on a stereo microscope giving it the capability to revolve around a component to inspect its connection to the PCB. Measuring Microscopes These are microscopes with digital readouts on the stage lead screws. They provide reliable, accurate and repeatable measurements on x, y and z axis. Metallurgical Microscopes Metallurgical microscopes are used throughout the sciences and industry. They are made to observe shiny and/or flat metal or other surfaces. Polarizing Microscopes Polarized Light Microscopes have many applications in the science, industrial and academic fields. Using polarized light, scientists can discover the origin, content and chemical makeup of many different organic and inorganic materials. Asbestos Microscopes Meiji Techno has specialized asbestos microscope models for mineral and other fiber discovery and identification for abatement companies and government agency's worldwide. Video Macroscopes Video Macroscopes are used in machine vision, measurement and production environments where small size and high resolution are required.    10X Magnification35X Magnification70X Magnification

Basic Introduction to Fluorescence Microscopy

Basic Introduction to Fluorescence Microscopy

Fluorescence is a part of the luminescence family. Luminescence is a process by which molecules emit light from either absorbing light, from mechanical friction or by a chemical mechanism. The generation of luminescence through the excitation of a molecule using ultraviolet or visible light photons is called  photoluminescence, which is divided into two categories, fluorescence andphosphorescence. Fluorescence is the property of molecules to absorb light at a particular wavelength and to then emit light of a longer wavelength after a brief interval called the fluorescence lifetime. Phosphorescence occurs in the same way as fluorescence, but with a much longer "excited" state lifetime.

Meiji Techno Introduces the MT9500 Gout Testing Microscope

August 31, 2009 For specialized medical applications, such as identifying gout or CPPD (pseudo-gout) crystals suspended in synovial fluid, Meiji Techno has a dedicated microscope solution for labs and health officials worldwide The all-new MT9500 Series Gout Testing Microscopes come with Strain free Plan DIN brightfield POL objectives, analyzer, full wave plate polarizer, ceramic coated flat top stage with ergonomically positioned coaxial drop down controls, Strain free Abbe 1.25 NA condenser, and built-in Koehler illuminator as standard equipment. Meiji Techno's ICOS™ (Infinity Corrected Optical System) makes the study of mounted specimens fast and easy while delivering an excellent cost-to-performance ratio. For more information on the microscopes, click HERE. For information on the gout testing procedure, click HERE.

Meiji Techno Expands Digital Camera Adapter Program

Meiji Techno Expands Digital Camera Adapter Program

Meiji Techno Press Release May 15, 2006Meiji Techno is pleased to announce the recent expansion in the number of camera adapters for microscopes. Meiji Techno now offers camera adapters for over 235 consumer and professional grade digital cameras including models from Agfa, Casio, Canon, Epson, Fuji, HP, Kodak, Minolta/Konica, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, Samsung, Sony and Toshiba. Digital SLR adapters are also available for all the new sub-$1000 cameras from Canon and Nikon. Call the Sales Department at Meiji Techno America if you need help with mounting cameras on your Meiji Microscope.

A new home for Meiji Techno America

Meiji Techno America was on the move, and we have arrived at our bigger office building in San Jose, California.

We are settling in, and we love it here at our new location:

5895 Rue Ferrari
San Jose, CA 95138

tel: 408-226-3454
fax: 226-0900


With our bigger location, we now have more room to better serve to you! If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 408-22MEIJI or contact us through email at info@meijitechno.com.

You can always check out our website for any information you might be looking for including product brochures, manuals, and etc. meijitechno.com

MT9900 Series Brochure

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GEM Series Brochure

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MT8000 Brochure

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ML5000 Brochure

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Choosing a Microscope

Choosing a microscope is simply a question of getting the right tool for the job. Since microscopes are put to such a wide range of uses, there are naturally many types of microscopes and specialized accessories. This is a brief guide to the types of microscopes that Meiji Techno offers and the applications for which they are commonly used. Applications Compound Microscopes Stereo Microscopes Photography and Video Applications Biological Microscopes These microscopes are used by laboratories, universities and hospitals to look at biological specimens for research and diagnostics. Industrial Microscopes Industrial Microscopes are used primarily in assembly work or quality control. They are used to inspect materials and finished products. Stereoscopic Microscopes Stereo microscopes are typically used in work or study environments that require users to work with the specimen with their hands or with tools under the microscope. Usually low magnification however, some models can achieve 300X with decent resolution. Electronic Inspection Equipment Usually stereo microscopes are used to inspect printed circuit boards for flaws in manufacturing or production. An "oblique viewer" can be added on a stereo microscope giving it the capability to revolve around a component to inspect its connection to the PCB. Measuring Microscopes These are microscopes with digital readouts on the stage lead screws. They provide reliable, accurate and repeatable measurements on x, y and z axis. Metallurgical Microscopes Metallurgical microscopes are used throughout the sciences and industry. They are made to observe shiny and/or flat metal or other surfaces. Polarizing Microscopes Polarized Light Microscopes have many applications in the science, industrial and academic fields. Using polarized light, scientists can discover the origin, content and chemical makeup of many different organic and inorganic materials. Asbestos Microscopes Meiji Techno has specialized asbestos microscope models for mineral and other fiber discovery and identification for abatement companies and government agency's worldwide. Video Macroscopes Video Macroscopes are used in machine vision, measurement and production environments where small size and high resolution are required.    10X Magnification35X Magnification70X Magnification

TC-5000 series inverted biological microscopes by Meiji Techno

Meiji Techno Press Release

April 11th, 2005 Meiji Techno is pleased to announce the TC-5000 Series of inverted biological microscopes designed to be versatile, modular, ergonomic microscopes systems which are ideal for use in research, educational and clinical applications.

Stereo microscope versatility from Meiji Techno

Meiji Techno Press Release

February 10th, 2004 Meiji Techno is pleased to announce the versatile EMZ-8TR zoom stereo body featuring high-resolution zoom optics which deliver crisp sharp images and excellent resolution with superior image contrast. The EMZ-8TR has been specially designed for extended use in assembly, inspection, teaching and training environments.

Meiji Techno microscopes comply with HSE Asbestos monitoring regulations

Meiji Techno microscopes comply with HSE Asbestos monitoring regulations

January 1st, 2004Meiji Techno's ML Series microscope meets all the requirements of the Health & Safety Executive's regulations for asbestos fiber counting (MDHS 39/4). With a phase contrast turret condenser allowing phase and brightfield examinations, the lens package gives 500x magnification for fiber counting.