FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 19, 2006.

An easy to use instrument for synthesis of high quality peptides ..

Activotec has announced the Activo-P11 Peptide Synthesizer - an easy to use and affordable instrument for synthesis of very high quality peptides.

Drawing upon unsurpassed experience in high quality peptide synthesis and automation processes - Activotec has included many features in the Activo-P11 that will benefit users.

Designed by chemists for chemists, the fully automated Activo-P11 is very easy to use. Intuitive peptide wizard software prompts users enabling quick definition of protocols - just enter the peptide sequence, fill in the quantity required, define the resin to use and then press run. Software generated protocol worksheets allow even novice users to use the system productively and error free. Utilising these protocols and with onboard cleavage direct from the disposable reactor, even long peptides can be constructed with true walk away automation. Disposable reactors and amino acid containers aid easy installation, removal and maintenance.

Combining compatibility with a wide range of commercially available resins and reagents with the ability to perform a wide range of Fmoc and t-Boc chemistries the versatile Activo-P11 is able to synthesise peptides of any length in the 0.1 - 1.0 mmol. scale.

Precise and fast reagent delivery and washing, efficient inversion mixing, pre-activation and an inert atmosphere throughout the system enable chemists to routinely prepare the highest quality peptides. To ensure operator safety all chemistries are performed fully enclosed within the Activo-P11 peptide synthesizer.

Activotec is a customer-focused company providing high technology products and services for chemistry and biochemistry applications. Activotec provides a complete range of products and services for peptide and protein synthesis.

For further information on the Activo-P11 please visit www.activotec.com or contact Activotec on email info@activotec.com or telephone +44 1223 260008

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