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21 Nov Where Does Mercury Pollution Come From?

Posted at 08:32h in Uncategorized by straightnorth

Mercury, also known as quicksilver, is a chemical element that is naturally occurring and is found in rock and coal deposits within the earth’s crust. Historically, it has been used in fluorescent lights, thermometers, electrical switches, batteries and more. It was used more widely before...

14 Sep Types of Mercury: Understanding Its Forms and Impacts

Posted at 23:07h in Uncategorized by straightnorth

Mercury touches many fields---from industry and research to consumer products and the food chain. Understanding the different types of mercury gives you a clearer picture of where risks come from, how to measure them, and which controls and regulations apply. This guide...

14 Sep Mercury in Water: Detection, Sources, and Solutions

Posted at 22:51h in Uncategorized by straightnorth

The first recorded instance of death by mercury poisoning occurred in 1956 in the Japanese city of Minamata. The cause was traced back to the consumption of seafood tainted by runoff from a nearby chemical factory. Since that tragedy, industries around the world have made...

29 Nov Technical Support That Works for You

Posted at 09:22h in Uncategorized by AGS Scientific

Our experience allows us to fully understand the daily needs of modern laboratories. We understand that you are doing more with less. We understand that you cannot afford weeks of downtime, as you wait for technical support. We understand the burden placed on you when...

23 Mar Statement Regarding COVID-19

Posted at 11:51h in Uncategorized by AGS Scientific

AGS Scientific, as your North American Representative for Nippon Instruments Corporation (NIC) and A.Krüss Optronic, is committed to the safety and health of our customers and our employees. As the impact of COVID-19 grows in North America, we want to update everyone on the steps...