Abstract: A bead processing assembly for use in attaching magnetic beads to biological cells and other biological materials and/or separating magnetic beads from biological cells and other biological materials includes a base assembly having a housing, a support panel disposed on the housing and having a front face, a first pinch valve at least partially outwardly projecting from the front face of the support panel, and a first pump at least partially outwardly projecting from the front face of the support panel. A rocker assembly is supported on the base assembly and includes a mount assembly supported on the base assembly, a platform assembly pivotably secured to the mount assembly, and a rocker drive for repeatedly rocking the platform assembly relative to the mount assembly.

Abstract: A pan lifting device configured to grip a pan of a balance with a positive fit has a pincer-shaped end (12) and a handle (14). A blade-shaped supporting projection (16) of the pan lifting device is configured to accommodate the bottom (28) of the pan and a bent-over beak (18) of the pan lifting device is configured to clamp the rim (30) of the pan.

Abstract: A process for preparing a bouillon tablet having two or more layers comprising the steps (a) forming a first layer of the tablet comprising a mixture of two or more of salt, taste enhancer, sugar, and fat (or oil), (b) forming a second layer of the tablet by adding to the first layer a mixture comprising one or more of herbs, garnishes, vegetable pieces, and spices; and (a) compressing the two layers to form the tablet, where the tablet is formed using a rotary double-punch press.