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Corning Incorporated is a global leader in materials science, with a legacy of innovation stretching back to 1851. Headquartered in Corning, New York, the company has played a pivotal role in some of the most significant technological breakthroughs in history, from developing the glass for Thomas Edison’s first light bulb to inventing the low-loss optical fiber that powers the modern internet. In the scientific community, Corning is perhaps best known for introducing PYREX® in 1915, a revolutionary borosilicate glass that became the global standard for heat-resistant laboratory ware. Today, Corning Life Sciences continues to drive discovery by providing high-performance tools for cell culture, genomics, and bioprocessing. By combining deep expertise in glass, ceramics, and polymer science, Corning ensures that researchers have access to the most reliable and innovative equipment for life-changing scientific work.

 

The Corning range at LabFriend features professional-grade microscopy and life science tools, headlined by advanced cell culture vessels, high-performance thermal cyclers, and the iconic PYREX® line of beakers, flasks, and cylinders. For precise sample management, Corning provides a wide array of liquid handling solutions, including manual and electronic pipettors, sterile pipette tips, and serological pipettes. Their portfolio also includes essential general lab consumables such as centrifuge tubes, cryogenic storage vials, and high-quality plasticware designed for durability and clarity. To support daily lab tasks, Corning offers robust equipment like magnetic hot plate stirrers, orbital shakers, and mini-centrifuges. By choosing Corning through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on world-class products engineered for accuracy, safety, and long-term performance.

 

Why Choose Corning for Your Laboratory?

  • Unrivaled Heritage in Glass: Home to the PYREX® brand, offering the highest thermal shock and chemical resistance for safe and reliable laboratory experiments.
  • Specialized Life Science Surfaces: Offers advanced surface treatments like Corning CellBIND® that enhance cell attachment and growth in demanding cell culture applications.
  • Comprehensive Product Ecosystem: A single source for everything from basic glassware and plastic consumables to advanced molecular biology instrumentation.
  • Commitment to Quality: Manufactured under strict ISO standards, ensuring that sterile products are certified DNase/RNase-free and nonpyrogenic for sensitive research.
  • Pioneering Innovation: Constantly developing new technologies, such as 3D cell culture systems and high-throughput screening tools, to meet the evolving needs of modern scientists.

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Dry Bath AccuBlock Digital fourth block capacity, 36x28x15 cm incl. EU and UK power cords
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Tubes w/o.cap, 5 ml, PP non sterile, pack of 1000
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Enduro GDS2-1302 Gel documentation system
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Enduro GDS2-1365 Gel documentation system
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Flat platform with rubber mat
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Shaking platform pre-drilled for flask clamps
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Full sized shelf for digital shaking incubator for digital shaking incubator 311DS
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Mini Microcentrifuge, Blue lid 100-240V
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Frequently asked questions

PYREX® is a specific brand of borosilicate glass manufactured by Corning. While Corning produces many types of plastic and glass products, PYREX is their flagship line of heat-resistant, low-expansion laboratory glassware.