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RAS Deployment Video in Lake Huron

See video  of the Reavie Lab from the University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) deploying a McLane Remote Access Sampler (RAS) in Lake Huron.  The Reavie team pursues research in applied aquatic studies on freshwater ecosystems, evaluating water quality issues. Routine work focuses on the use of algae as indicators of environmental changes. The RAS Lake Huron
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McLane named to the 2017 MTR 100 list

McLane is honored to announce it has been named to the 2017 Marine Technology Reporter (MTR) Top 100 list. We extend our sincere appreciation to the editors and staff at Marine Technology Reporter for this honor. McLane was previously named to the MTR 100 in 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016. MTR is the world’s largest audited circulation magazine
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Product Profile: Phytoplankton Sampler (PPS)

McLane’s Phytoplankton sampler (PPS) is a time-series, in-situ instrument that collects 24 individual, filtered particulate samples. The PPS is suited for analyzing trace metals, phytoplankton, zooplankton and micro-plastics. A multi-port valve keeps samples separate, and pumps water directly onto a 47 mm filter. The PPS is deployed on a fixed mooring. Deployments can be up to
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5 tips for your next instrument deployment

Deployment season is ongoing, and preparing in advance for spares (with adequate lead time) ensures success in the field. Consider these items ahead of time: Plan whether additional sample bottles or bags are needed if deploying a water sampler. A full set of bags or bottles is included with a new sampler. However, if your
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Product Profile: Sediment Traps

McLane sediment traps provide exceptional performance for biogeochemical studies including radionucleide, paleoproxy, and carbon cycle analysis. They are also beneficial for environmental and pollution monitoring.  Sediment Traps collect vertically settling particles into individual sample bottles which are sealed when not in collection mode. McLane have several options to fit your project needs: Sediment traps in two sizes: Mark
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Five post-deployment best practices for your instrument

Proper post-deployment equipment maintenance extends the life of your instrument and prepares it for your next cruise. Post-deployment care varies by instrument so refer to the instrument user manual, which can be accessed in our Library.  Some universal best practices include the following: Run the data offload option, confirm that the data was recorded, and
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ESP and MMP deployed on Northwest Enhanced Moored Observatory (NEMO)

A McLane ESP and MMP  have been  deployed at near-real time ocean observatory located 13 miles offshore from the town of La Push, Washington within the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. The mooring site, the Northwest Enhanced Moored Observatory (NEMO), is owned and operated by the University of Washington (UW) and the Northwest Association of Networked
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IFCB at Innovators’ Forums

The Imaging FlowCytobot IFCB was part of two recent Cape Cod, MA events where diverse audiences exchanged ideas about marine innovations and discussed growth in rapidly emerging marine innovation businesses. McLane GM Jon Mogul spoke at the Cape Cod Commercial Fisherman’s Alliance International Trade event as part of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) technology innovations segment.
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Summer ESP Deployments

ESP samplers are helping US regulatory agencies and shellfish managers spot potential harmful algae blooms this summer along the East and West Coasts. In the Gulf of Maine, three ESP sites will monitor for the presence of toxin-producing Alexandrium fundyense and Pseudo-nitzschia, while along Seattle's La Push coast in the Pacific Ocean, an ESP will sample for dangerous levels of the
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June 6-10 McLane at IAGLR in Ontario

June 6-10, Tim Shanahan, McLane's Engineering Manager, will be with our Canada Sales Rep ROMOR in Booth 17 at IAGLR. Fresh water researchers from the Great Lakes regions and around the world will convene at IAGLR, held this year at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario for this international freshwater research conference. An IFCB sampler will be running in the booth
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