メルク株式会社ライフサイエンス（シグマ アルドリッチ ジャパン合同会社） List of Products and Services

There are various methods to secure pure water, such as using ion exchange tanks, purchasing purified water, and employing distillers. However, many people likely face various concerns, such as the heavy maintenance burden and rising running costs. 'Elix Essential' is a pure water production device that can produce stable pure water without the hassle and costs associated with these methods. It prevents interruptions in analysis and testing caused by the cumbersome task of replacing ion exchange resins. Since there are no troublesome tasks due to replacements, the workload is eliminated, leading to increased efficiency! Additionally, it helps reduce running costs such as water and electricity bills, contributing to a lower environmental impact. 【Features】 ■ Easy maintenance ■ Reduction of running costs by purchasing purified water ■ Over 95% energy savings, over 80% water savings (compared to distillers) ■ Space-saving and unobtrusive *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Our company is a well-established provider of pure water production equipment that accommodates various types such as ion exchange water, RO water, and high-purity water (RO + EDI). There are diverse purification methods for pure water, and the suitable pure water equipment varies depending on the application. By introducing the right pure water system for your needs, it is possible to enhance the reliability and reproducibility of the expected results. This document includes fundamental knowledge about pure water, as well as reference data that will help in selecting equipment. 【Recommended for those who:】 ■ Want to understand the differences in purification methods and water quality of pure water ■ Want to know the types of pure water and equipment that match their objectives ■ Want to learn about the available pure water production equipment *For more detailed information, please refer to the "PDF Download."

"MyMilli-Q Remote Care" is a service that connects Milli-Q devices to the internet, allowing real-time remote monitoring of the device's status and water quality data. Access the portal site via the internet for centralized management of the devices. Remote support, including remote diagnostics, is also available. You will receive notifications of alarms and maintenance via email, and in the event of any issues, our technical staff will respond quickly through remote control. 【Features】 ■ Management & support through the portal site ■ Minimization of Milli-Q device downtime ■ Smarter data management ■ Smooth and planned operation of Milli-Q devices ■ Remote access to the Milli-Q device screen *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "Q-Washer" is a cleaning system that combines a cleaning machine with Merck's ultrapure water and pure water equipment. Unlike regenerable SDI, it maintains stable water quality with a continuous ion exchange (EDI) mechanism that does not require regeneration. This reduces cleaning costs and frees you from the hassle of SDI replacement. Additionally, it achieves space-saving and secures new workspaces while also considering fall prevention in its design. 【Features】 ■ Reduction of manual cleaning costs ■ Conservation of cleaning water ■ Automatic determination of cleaning quality based on wastewater conductivity ■ Reduction of operational burden ■ Uniform cleaning & clarity ■ Reduction of contamination due to residues *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Mercury is a dangerous chemical substance that has extremely harmful effects on health and the environment, and various regulations have begun in recent years. The regulations regarding the purchase of mercury-containing products differ by affiliated organizations and companies, but a survey conducted by our company in 2020 found that the most common response was "it is necessary to choose products that contain as little mercury as possible," at 47%, while 19% responded that "products containing mercury cannot be purchased," resulting in a total of 66% of organizations having regulations in place. Recently, efforts towards sustainability have been increasingly emphasized. ↓↓ For more details on Merck's mercury-free technology, please see below.

To ensure accurate results, prevent false positives or false negatives, and avoid contamination, it is essential to carefully select reagents containing water when preparing liquid or solid media. Tap water may contain various impurities that can affect bacterial growth or cause errors in the prepared media. Since water is a major component of the media, the removal of these contaminants from water is crucial for media preparation. The recommended water quality for media preparation is detailed in ISO 11133:2014 ("Microbiology of food, animal feed and water — Preparation, production, storage and performance testing of culture media"). Additionally, ANNEX H discusses troubleshooting for media, citing the use of inappropriate quality of pure water as a cause of incorrect pH, color anomalies, formation of precipitates, and culture inhibition. This technical document explains the ISO 11133 standards and Merck's pure water production systems that meet these criteria.

Merck has a wealth of expertise not only in ultrapure water systems but also in pure water. This document includes fundamental knowledge about "distillers," which we often hear requests for, as well as three case studies covering running costs and the causes and countermeasures for silica. You may find hints to solve your problems. 【Examples included】 - Key points and basic knowledge for producing distilled water - Silica, the nemesis of water treatment systems - Which is more cost-effective: running costs of distilled water or pure water (Elix water)? In addition to the above, we provide useful information related to distillers. Please check it out via "PDF Download." ★ A special program just for distiller users! – Would you like to reduce your electricity costs? Laboratory budget-saving program! ★ By switching from a distiller, you can reduce your electricity costs to 1/16! - Recommended for those struggling with rising electricity prices - Necessary for those committed to carbon neutrality/environmental efforts For more details, please see the link below. A simulation for reducing electricity costs is also available.

High-purity ultra-pure water is required for trace element analysis, semiconductor cleaning, and other applications. The Milli-Q IQ 7000 and Milli-Q IQ 7005/10/15 trace element analysis types purify water suitable for trace element analysis using ICP-MS. In addition to ultra-pure water purification in the purification unit, the Milli-Q IQ Element removes trace amounts of metals to the utmost limit. This reduces water-derived background, making it possible to achieve stable results in trace element analysis! ↓↓ For inquiries about the equipment or quotes, please contact us ↓↓

This catalog is the 2023 edition of the consumables guide for ultrapure water and pure water production systems handled by Merck KGaA. Various cartridges and filters are used in ultrapure water and pure water production systems, and we believe they are being replaced as needed. We hope to provide you with an understanding of the structure and function of the consumables and cartridges for ultrapure water and pure water production systems, as well as the importance of replacing consumables, so that you can utilize higher quality ultrapure water and pure water. [Contents (excerpt)] ■ Why replace consumables? ■ Milli-Q IQ 7003/05/10/15 ■ Milli-Q Integral ■ Milli-Q IQ 7000 ■ Milli-Q Advantage *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.