An alternative to conventional digestion technologies
ColdBlock is the first and only sample digestion technology that uses focused short-wave infrared heating and a cooling zone to dissolve solid sample matter into solution for multi-element analysis.
Unmatched speed, simplicity, safety and savings
ColdBlock digestions have an average cycle time of just 10-40 minutes, much faster than microwave or hot plate methods. Efficient bulk handling adds even more productivity.
ColdBlock is set up by a single person in under 30 minutes. Simple software controls make it possible to save and reuse digestion methods. Maintenance and cleaning take less than 10 minutes per week.
ColdBlock eliminates the need for hazardous perchloric acid and operates safely in open air within a vent hood. The cooling zone ensures safe handling of test tubes, with no need for pressurization steps.
Shorter digestion and faster throughput significantly boost lab productivity. Customers report a 10-30% cost reduction compared to hot block and microwave methods.
Discover the groundbreaking story of ColdBlock Technologies in this exclusive discussion with CEO Craig West, Board Member Russ Calow, and Lab Technician, Matt Palomba. Learn how ColdBlock’s innovative sample digestion technology is revolutionizing elemental analysis in the mining & metals, environmental, food & agriculture industries and beyond.
Using short-wave infrared heating and a unique cooling zone to quickly and safely dissolve solid samples for multi-element analysis, ColdBlock’s system boosts sample throughput, reduces turnaround times, and delivers accurate results.
ColdBlock is disrupting the analytical laboratory technology sector with the introduction of its innovative sample digestion technology. Developed in partnership with Brock University in 2012-2014, this technology utilizes focused short-wave infrared heating and a unique cooling zone to dissolve solid sample matter into solution for multi-element analysis with a significantly faster, simpler, and safer process compared with older digestion methods. ColdBlock’s sample digestion system is being utilized in laboratories across several industries, saving time and money by increasing sample throughput capacity and significantly reducing turnaround times, while providing accurate and reliable results. ColdBlock Technologies Inc. is a privately owned company based in Ontario, Canada.
