GEM SCIENTIFIC'S BLOG

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  Simplify Ordering with Account Invoicing

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  Gem Scientific offers Account Invoicing, making it easier for businesses, schools, and organisations to manage orders.

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  Save time with the Gem Scientific Shopping List!

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  Make re-ordering faster than ever with our brand-new Shopping List function — designed to save you time and keep your lab stocked with just a few clicks.

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  Take Our Christmas Food & Beverage Quiz — Win a Hamper Worth £50!

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  This Christmas, test your knowledge of seasonal foods and drinks with our festive. Explore the science behind your favourite flavours, from spiced mulled wine to classic mince pies, and learn some fun facts along the way.

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  Best Practices for Surface Swabbing in Environmental Monitoring

  Posted in: Food Production and Safety, Microbiology, Environmental Monitoring, Beverage Manufacture, Food manufacturing

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  From healthcare facilities and laboratories to food production lines, maintaining cleanliness is non-negotiable. Surface swabbing is one of the most reliable ways to assess environmental standards in these critical environments - but only when performed correctly. This guide provides a detailed, practical, and technical overview of surface swabbing methods for environmental monitoring.

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  Industry News - Shaping a Healthier Future Through Food & Drink

  Posted in: Food Production and Safety, Food manufacturing, Industry News

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  A recent report from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF), titled "Shaping a Healthier Future Through Food & Drink – Progress Report 2025", underscores the pivotal role manufacturers are playing in driving health-focused innovation across the UK’s largest advanced manufacturing sector.

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  Understanding Test Weights – And Why They’re Crucial to Quality

  Posted in: Service and Calibration, Beverage Manufacture, Laboratory, Food manufacturing, Equipment Calibration Guide

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  When it comes to weighing accuracy, even the most advanced equipment is vulnerable to drift over time. Factors such as mechanical wear, temperature changes, and environmental influences can all impact results.

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  Industry News - Food Inflation could hit 5.7% by end of 2025

  Posted in: Beverage Manufacture, Food manufacturing, Industry News

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  The Food and Drink Federation has upgraded its food and drink inflation forecast, projecting that it could hit 5.7% by December 2025, as food manufacturers suffer the financial burden of government policies

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  ATP Swabbing vs. Microbiological Swabbing: Which Is Best for You?

  Posted in: Hygiene Monitoring, Food Production and Safety, Microbiology, Hygiena, Food manufacturing, Neogen

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  In industries where hygiene is critical, surface cleanliness plays a major role in ensuring safety, compliance, and customer trust. Two of the most widely used surface testing methods are ATP swabbing and microbiological swabbing. But how do you decide which method is best for your facility? This guide breaks down the differences between ATP swabbing and microbiological swabbing to help you understand the strengths, limitations, and ideal cases of each method.

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  How Often Should You Calibrate Your Equipment?

  Posted in: Service and Calibration, Ohaus, Laboratory, Sartorius, Equipment Calibration Guide

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  At Gem Scientific, we support our customers in building tailored calibration schedules based on risk, application, and equipment type. Below are the key considerations to help you determine the most appropriate calibration frequency for your operation.

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  Effective Use of Precautionary Allergen Labelling

  Posted in: Hygiene Monitoring, Food Production and Safety, Allergens, Food manufacturing

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  Precautionary allergen labelling is used to inform consumers about the potential presence of allergens in food products. These labels help alert individuals with food allergies to the possibility of cross-contact with allergens, even if they are not listed as ingredients.

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