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Our Promise
Our commitment is to provide
your laboratory with a reliable gas
generation solution that delivers long
term value. We achieve this through
exceptional product design, and
direct global on-site support that is
unmatched in our industry.
We take a vested interest in your
outcomes and strive to be a valued
partner in your success by delivering
exceptional service over the life
of the product.

Contents
1.0 Our story

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2.0 Genius

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3.0 Solaris

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4.0 Infinity

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5.0 Precision

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6.0 Specialist Solutions

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7.0 i-FlowLab

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8.0 Peak Protected

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1.0 Our Story

About Us
Peak Scientific is a leading innovator in the design, manufacture and support of
high performance gas generators for analytical laboratories. Established in the
UK in 1997 near Glasgow (Scotland), where our corporate Headquarters and hightech manufacturing and R&D facilities reside, Peak Scientific boasts a significant
local presence on every continent – including major operations in North America,
Europe, China and India.
With over two decades of experience in pioneering reliable gas generator
technology, Peak Scientific develops market-leading nitrogen, hydrogen and
zero air systems mainly for the fields of LC-MS (Liquid Chromatography-Mass
Spectrometry) and GC (Gas Chromatography).
What differentiates us is our world-class technical support and on-going global
service care throughout the generator’s lifespan.

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The Peak Way
Peak Scientific is a family owned business and, as such, people are at the core of our
unique product offering. Each generator is designed, assembled, tested, maintained
and serviced by highly trained and dedicated professionals. The importance placed on
people at Peak Scientific is consistent throughout our organization, it is the reason why
we are committed to ongoing staff training and a policy of continual improvement in
our engineering, manufacturing and field service capabilities - delivered by over 400
employees worldwide.
Our Mission, Values and Vision are structured around our Colleagues, our Customers
and our Service. While our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun,
friendly and informal, we also maintain a high degree of professionalism.
The personable relationship Peak has with our customers is just one of the many
reasons why people enjoy and continue doing business with us.

Manufacturing Excellence
Our products are the result of our meticulous Research and Development culture
developed over 20 years of being at the forefront of the gas generator market.
Our exceptional R&D capabilities are better equipped than ever to meet changing
market demands. Implementing the latest manufacturing technologies and
philosophies enables Peak to set new standards for product quality, responsiveness
and efficiency – all resulting in a better value for you.
Operating from our ISO 9001 accredited manufacturing center of excellence in the
UK, every Peak Scientific generator is designed and tested to ensure compliance
with all of the applicable safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards.

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1.0 Our Story

Why a gas generator?
Peak Scientific offers you a practical and cost-effective alternative to pressurized
gas cylinders, dewars or bulk storage of laboratory gas. Traditional sources of gas
incur on-going delivery, administrative and rental costs, all of which impact on
your overall budget.
A Peak generator provides you with a dependable, easy to use, on-demand
gas solution without the safety concerns and hassle of managing supply stock
associated with using gas cylinders or other methods of bulk gas supply. What’s
more, while the price of delivered gas is subject to volatility as well as delivery
delays, a generator from Peak Scientific offers a stable long-term investment.

Green Solution
The economic benefits of investing in a gas generator are easy to appreciate but
there is also a genuine environmental benefit. Consider the carbon footprint of a
pressurized gas cylinder, delivered from depot to your lab then collected again
for refilling before resuming the cycle. Depending on geography, that could be
substantial transportation distances, not to mention the energy consumption
involved in industrial gas manufacture and processing. Engineered with energy
efficiency in mind, a Peak Scientific gas generator offers a far more
environmentally sustainable source of lab gas over its lifetime.

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Convenient
Gas on-demand, no
cylinders to change or
supply stocks to maintain

Consistent
Consistent gas quality
and supply, no impurities
or running out of gas

Economical
Eliminate ongoing costs
of cylinders, manage
lifetime running costs

Safe
No pressurized
compressed gas
cylinders in your lab

Green
No repeated gas
deliveries, energy
efficient

Protected
Comprehensive onsite warranty & service
plans

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2.0 Genius

It’s good to know you have
a Genius in your lab
Our Genius series is the culmination of over a decade’s
work in perfecting nitrogen gas generators for LC-MS &
LC-MS/MS applications. These generators deliver greater
efficiency, superior reliability and improved performance
than their predecessors.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/genius

Genius

Genius XE Series
Inspired by the success of our best-selling Genius line of nitrogen
gas generators for LC-MS/MS, Genius XE Nitrogen is a cuttingedge evolution combining advanced technology with refined and
robust engineering. With two models - XE 35 (up to 35 L/min) and
XE 70 (up to 70 L/min) - Genius XE Nitrogen provides a premium
standalone nitrogen solution for high performance LC-MS/MS and
other mission-critical laboratory applications where performance
and reliability are paramount.
Features
Variable flow up to 70 L/min
Variable pressure up to 116 psi
Multi-Stage Purification™
producing analytical grade
nitrogen gas up to 99.5% purity
2 year comprehensive
manufacturer’s warranty*
Touch-screen full colour user
interface for ease of operation
Additional compressor capacity
(Genius XE 70 only)

* Year 2 of warranty subject to generator being serviced at end of year 1 by a
Peak approved agent in accordance with fixed annual maintenance schedule.
For full terms and conditions visit www.peakscientific.com/warranty-statement
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Genius

Genius SQ 24
For labs using any Single Quad LC-MS systems, the Genius SQ 24
nitrogen gas generator delivers analytical grade nitrogen supply
dedicated for this instrument. With a compact size to fit under
most lab benches and flow rates of up to 24 L/min, meeting
and exceeding the maximum flow rate required by any Single
Quad LC-MS on the market today, your lab can enjoy hassle-free
nitrogen gas which helps you deliver the best analytical results.
Features
Best value nitrogen generator
on the market
Variable flow up to 24 L/min
Analytical grade nitrogen
supply for Single Quad LC-MS
Outlet pressure up to 116psi (at
22 L/min maximum)
Reduced height and compact
size to fit under most lab
benches
Integrated internal compressors
for easy plug and play

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Genius

Genius 1053
Producing up to 20 L/min of high purity nitrogen (99.995%), the
Genius 1053 is suitable for a range of Spectroscopy applications,
such as Circular Dichroism. Developed using PSA (Pressure Swing
Adsorption) technology, this generator produces variable purities
depending on outlet flow.

Features
Innovative CMS and PSA
technology ensuring high purity
nitrogen
Compressor based solution, no
need for an external air supply
Minimal set-up required
Highly economical source of
nitrogen gas with low lifetime
running costs
The latest generation of
compressors reducing noise and
vibration
Gas is supplied on demand
so generator works to your
schedule

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Genius

Genius XE SCI 2
A premium standalone nitrogen and air solution for the latest
SCIEX LC-MS systems, Genius XE SCI 2 also supports the higher
gas flow requirements of the recently released Echo® MS System.

Features
24/7 performance- next
generation high performance
premium compressors, ensuring
maximum uptime of your LC-MS
instrument
ECO (Electronic Compressor
OptimisationTM) technology for
increased compressor durability
and reduced carbon footprint
Repeatability- Multi-Stage
PurificationTM to reduce
moisture and contaminants
providing consistent quality
of gas
Low impact on laboratory with
low noise and heat emissions
Significantly reduced footprint,
to fit under most standard lab
benches

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3.0 Solaris

See lab gas in a new light
With flow rates up to 35 L/min, Solaris generators are
compact and economical nitrogen gas solutions for labs.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/solaris

Solaris

Solaris XE
Peak Scientific’s Solaris XE nitrogen generator has been
engineered using membrane technology to meet the gas delivery
requirements for labs using LC-MS/MS or multiple ELSDs. Solaris
XE can operate with varying flow rates (up to 35L/min of high
purity nitrogen), purity (up to 99.5%) and outlet pressure can be
adjusted down from 116psi, offering a flexible solution for a variety
of applications.
Features
Nitrogen up to 35L/min, up to
116 psi and up to 99.5% purity
Variable outlet flow, pressure
and purity
Compact, stackable system
maximizing the use of valuable
laboratory floor or bench space
Colour indicative LED lighting
for easy status awareness
Manufactured and tested to
highest spec in UK, CE/FCC/
CSA certified

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“It is small and looks nice
and is very quiet. The shape
makes it very easy to place
underneath our desk.”
Maria Fedorova
Centre for Biotechnology and Biomedicine
at University of Leipzig, Germany

Solaris

Solaris 10
Peak Scientific’s Solaris 10 Nitrogen generator has been
developed to provide an optimal gas generation solution for
ELSD or Compact Mass Spectrometers, with the goal of reducing
instrument downtime and improving workflow efficiencies.

Features
High purity nitrogen for ELSD or
Compact Mass Spectrometers
Flows up to 10 L/min at 100 psi
and up to 99.5% purity
Compact benchtop form factor
Colour indicative LED lighting
for easy status awareness
Optional Solaris Air Compressor
stackable module
Manufactured and tested to
highest specifications in UK; CE
and FCC certified

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4.0 Infinity

Compressorless N2
generators for your lab
Compressor-free nitrogen generators for laboratories,
Infinity generators are able to run uninterrupted 24 hours
a day. Effectively silent in operation these generators can
deliver up to 500 L/min of high purity nitrogen.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/infinity

Infinity

Infinity XE 60 Series
Producing between 10 and 500 L/min of high purity nitrogen gas,
the Infinity XE 60 series nitrogen membrane gas generators can
comfortably supply multiple laboratory instruments with instrument
grade nitrogen.
To operate, the Infinity series of generators require an external source
of compressed air, which meets a minimum quality grade of ISO
8573-1:2010 Class 1.4.1.
Features
Flow rates ranging from 10-500
L/min*
N2 purity up to 99.5%
In-field expansion of nitrogen
capacity to meet growing lab
demands
Optional second outlet for
Dry Air
IMM reduces overall compressor
run time and energy consumption,
reducing carbon footprint
Fully comprehensive 2-Year
Warranty**

*

Dependent on inlet pressure, inlet/outlet flow & Nitrogen purity setting

**

Subject to meeting 2 year warranty conditions www.peakscientific.com/
warranty-statement/

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Infinity

Infinity 1031
The Infinity 1031 delivers high purity nitrogen and dry air to
support Sciex LC-MS systems.
A compressor-free solution, the Infinity 1031 requires an air source
to operate. With few moving parts this generator has minimal
maintenance requirements and can operate 24 hours day for
hassle-free nitrogen.
Features
Capable of supplying most
SCIEX LC-MS systems
Exhaust, curtain and source
gases from a single generator
24/7 operation at optimum
performance if required
Completely silent in operation

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5.0 Precision

Streamline your GC
workflow with Precision
Combining convenience and reliability in a stackable and
modular design, Precision is the safe and practical GC gas
solution.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/precision

Precision

Precision SL
The smallest hydrogen generator for GC-FID, the Precision
Hydrogen SL line has been developed to offer a streamlined
laboratory-grade hydrogen gas solution for GC flame detectors at
a purity of 99.9995%. Precision Hydrogen SL is safe, simple to use,
easy to maintain and takes up minimal bench space.

Features
2 models – 100cc and 200cc
99.9995% purity @ 100 psi
One-button start-up and
shutdown
Easy end-user managed
servicing
Optional auto-water fill or
pressurized water fill
Auto-shutdown fail-safe feature
CE, CSA compliant
2 year comprehensive warranty
Available in black or white
* Conditional on replacement of
DI cartridge after 12 months.
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Precision

Precision Hydrogen
The Precision Hydrogen generators come in two variants, standard
and trace. The standard models are designed to provide detector
gas for applications such as FID available in 100cc, 200cc, 300cc,
450cc and 1200cc/min. The trace model can deliver 250cc, 500cc
or 1200cc/min of UHP hydrogen for both carrier and detector gas.
One generator is capable of supplying multiple detectors and GC
or GC-MS units.
Features
99.9995% purity (standard) /
99.9999% purity (trace)
Suitable for GC detector gas
(all) and carrier gas (trace
model only)
Creates hydrogen on demand,
minimal storage of hydrogen in
the system
Low maintenance and minimal
running costs over product
lifetime
Internal leak detection with
automatic shutdown
Automatic loading pump as
standard

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Precision

Precision Nitrogen
The Precision Nitrogen generators are available in both standard
and trace models. The standard models come in three flow rate
models (250cc, 600cc and 1L) which are able to provide make-up
gas, reference gas and gas for sample preparation (i.e. headspace).
The Nitrogen Trace models are engineered to offer zero nitrogen
as carrier gas, make-up gas and reference gas for sample
preparation available in 250cc, 600cc and 1L models.
Features
All models offer 99.9995%
purity
Nitrogen Trace model suitable
as GC and GC/MS carrier and
detector gas
Trace capable of delivering
hydrocarbon-free (as Methane)
nitrogen suitable for carrier
gas, make-up gas and sample
preparation
Highly economical source of
nitrogen gas with low lifetime
running costs
Ultra-fast start-up time, quick to
reach standard operating purity

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Precision

Precision Zero Air
The Precision Zero Air generators are designed specifically
to supply clean, dry, hydrocarbon-free air to be used as flame
support gas for GC.
As with all Precision Series generators, Zero Air benefits from
a compact and modular, stackable design, minimizing the total
footprint required for GC gas supply, and providing flexibility to
add or remove modules as your laboratory requirements evolve
over time.
Features
Hydrocarbon content (as
methane) <0.05ppm for marketleading purity
Integrates seamlessly with other
Precision units
Minimum lifetime maintenance
requirements, no expensive
catalyst chamber replacements
Highly economical source of
dry, hydrocarbon free air
Avoid risk of contaminants
entering the system (when
switching out empty cylinders)

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“We decided to make the
switch from cylinders to
hydrogen gas generators
as we wanted to reduce
the costs associated with
helium such as regular
cylinder deliveries and
saving time by not needing
to change over cylinders.”
Federico Cozzi
Laboratory Manager, Copenhagen University
Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences,
Denmark

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Precision

Modular configurations
GC flame detector gas
•

Precision Zero Air

•

Precision Nitrogen (option for make-up gas)

•

Precision Hydrogen

GC H2 carrier gas with FID
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Precision Zero Air

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Precision Nitrogen (option for make-up gas)

•

Precision Hydrogen Trace

GC-MS carrier gas
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Precision Hydrogen Trace

The Precision Series can be stacked in multiple variations depending on your
lab’s particular GC requirement, whether it is to supply GC carrier gas on its own,
delivering flame support gas to detectors or for other detectors like TCDs or
ECDs.
The Precision Series can also be purchased with an optional, stackable air
compressor module for labs without a suitable air supply for the nitrogen or zero
air generators.
For a full method list visit: www.peakscientific.com/gc-methods/

GC N2 carrier gas with FID
•

Precision Zero Air

•

Precision Nitrogen Trace

•

Precision Hydrogen

GC-ECD or GC-TCD
carrier & detector gas
•

Precision Nitrogen Trace

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6.0 Specialist Solutions

Every lab needs a specialist
Beyond our core ranges of laboratory gas generators, we
have developed tailored solutions to meet the specific demands
of many key analytical applications and instrument types.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/solutions

“It’s a very compact model
and easy to use.”
Sandeep Supal
Umedica Laboratories Pvt. Ltd, India

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Specialist Solutions

Corona Nitrogen 1010
Our Corona 1010 has been engineered to meet the specifications
of the Thermo Scientific Corona Veo Charged Aerosol Detector.
This system can be purchased as a single nitrogen unit for
laboratories with an external air supply or with a stackable air
compressor for laboratories without an external air supply.

Features
Suitable for applications
requiring high purity nitrogen
Available with or without an
external compressor
Dedicated solution for Thermo
Scientific’s Corona and
Vanquish instruments
Tried and tested membrane
technology delivers laboratorygrade nitrogen
Gas is supplied on demand
so generator works to your
schedule
12 month comprehensive on-site
warranty

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Specialist Solutions

NG Series
The NG Series delivers ultra high purity nitrogen at flows of up
to 5 L/min for GC, DSC and DMA applications, as well as other
laboratory applications requiring up to 5 L/min of ultra high purity
nitrogen. The NG series can be supported by in-house air or
supplied with an integrated compressor.

Features
Suitable for applications such as
GC, DSC, DMA
Available with or without an
external compressor
Contains self-regenerating
Carbon Molecular Sieve
technology
Available in either 3 L/min or 5
L/min model

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Specialist Solutions

TOC 1000
The TOC 1000 has been engineered using the latest in PSA and air
catalyst technology to supply clean, dry, CO2 and hydrocarbonfree air for Total Organic Carbon analyzers using combustion
catalytic oxidation.

Features
1000cc TOC-grade air @ 50psi
outlet pressure
<1ppm CO2, <0.05ppm CH4,
<0.1ppm NOx/Sox
Tested and validated on leading
TOC instrument manufacturers’
equipment
Plug and play supply for TOC
instruments with minimal set-up
required
Can operate 24/7 with no
compromise on performance
NPL (National Physical
Laboratory) validated
performance of catalytic
chamber
Space-saving small bench-top
form factor
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Specialist Solutions

PG Series
The PG14L and PG28L gas generators from Peak Scientific are
suitable for laboratory instruments requiring CO2 free gas like
FT-IR analysis.
Using Pressure Swing Adsorption technology to remove CO2
contaminants and moisture from air, these generators provide
a consistent flow of air to ensure little background noise in
laboratory analysis.
Features
Purge Gas (PG) generators from
Peak Scientific offer gas which
is free of contaminants
Ideal for commercial labs with a
high throughput rate of samples
High performance filters and
PSA ensure maximum reduction
of moisture (< -70ºC dew point).
Position generator where
required, wall mountable for
small labs
Most cost effective than any
other gas supply as the FT-IR
detector needs a constant flow
of gas

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7.0 i-FlowLab

Scalable high-flow, high
purity N2 solution for labs
i-FlowLab is a modular & expandable on-site nitrogen
generation system. It is capable of delivering a continuous &
consistent supply, at a range of purities (up to 99.9995% N2)
and flow rates to meet the full & varying gas demands of your
combined laboratory applications, such as LC-MS, gloveboxes,
fume hoods, sample evaporators and more.

See the full range
www.peakscientific.com/iflowlab

Key Features
) Consistent & Convenient - Constant,
reliable, stable & on-demand gas supply that
eliminates the inconvenience of changing
cylinders or dewars.

) Economical & Sustainable - A cost effective
total laboratory nitrogen gas supply solution
that eliminates the need for bulk delivery.

) Expandable & Scalable - i-FlowLab has the
capacity to meet and exceed your current gas
demands with the ability to expand as your
laboratory grows.

) Energy Efficient - An innovative ‘Eco-mode’
ensures the lowest running costs by
automatically managing production based
on your daily demands.

) Safe Supply - Eliminate the handling of
cylinders or storage of highly pressurized
gases.

) Verified Compliance - Exceeds standards
of EIGA, EC Food Grade, European
Pharmacopoeia, JECFA and US Food &
Drug Administration (CFR Title 21) . Peak IQ/
OQ certification also available.

) High Quality Engineering - Peak is an ISO
9001 certified manufacturer and i-FlowLab is
expertly engineered to ensure performance
and reliability.

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i-FlowLab

i-FlowLab
i-FlowLab from Peak Scientific provides a total laboratory solution
for on-site generation of nitrogen gas, delivering a continuous and
consistent supply of high-purity nitrogen at the required pressure
and flow rates to meet the full and varying demands of your
laboratory or research facility.

Features
Consistent, constant, reliable,
on-demand supply of on-site
gas
No instrument or application
downtime as a result of running
out of stored gas
Bring control of your nitrogen
supply in-house
No more administration costs
Scalable / Expandable, increase
nitrogen production
Economical, fast return on
investment and low cost of
ownership with predictable
running cost

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Scalable
Up to ten CMS column
banks can be added to
each single i-FlowLab unit
in less than a day, increasing
nitrogen production capacity
with minimal downtime.

Modular
Multiple units can be synchronized to
meet demands based on application
flow-rates and purity requirements
(more units = greater flow-rates at
specified purity).
95 - 99.9995% N2 purity, at 21 - 4253 L/min

Example System

Compressor

Compressor

PUREAIR

PUREAIR

i-FlowLab Unit
i-FlowLab Unit
Nitrogen
Nitrogen Generator Nitrogen Generator
Process Tank
Expansion ColumnsExpansion Columns

ISO 8573-1:2010
Class 1.2.1 Air Quality
(critical to meeting the
optimal standard of
the feed air.)

Air Filtration System
Air Filtration System

Nitrogen
Process Tank

ISO 8573-1:2010
Class 1.2.1 Air Quality
(critical to meeting the
optimal standard of
the feed air.)

Application

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Application

8.0 Peak Protected

Not all warranties are equal
What differentiates Peak from other gas generator manufacturers is that a
Peak gas generator comes with a truly comprehensive on-site warranty. This
means that in the unlikely event that your gas generator develops a problem,
we will send a Peak Certified Field Service Engineer to your laboratory to try to
resolve the issue on-site and get you back up and running with minimal fuss and
disruption.
What’s more, when we say fully-comprehensive, we mean it. Every part of your
generator is covered during warranty. While other manufacturer warranties
may only cover certain components or require the return of your generator to
the factory for repair, leaving you without gas for weeks or even months, our
warranty is designed to give you complete peace of mind.

Safeguard your laboratory
workflow with
Servicing any equipment in your lab should not be seen as just an option, it
should be treated as a necessity. With many moving parts and wear & tear,
especially where generators feature integrated compressors, as well as
filters and other ‘consumables’, a gas generator needs to be maintained
regularly to continue to perform at its best for many years.
Here at Peak we see your gas generator as the beating heart of your
laboratory, enabling your analytical instruments to perform and achieve
the results you need. With this being the case it is extremely important
you look after your ‘beating heart’ to ensure the best possible results.

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We offer a range of [Peak Protected]
services to suit your particular needs.

Rapid Response

Service Plans

Complete maintenance care with 24
hour rapid response breakdown cover

Complete maintenance care with
guaranteed response time
breakdown cover

Replacement Parts

Technical Support Hotline

Genuine Peak parts with express
delivery, ensuring optimal
performance and lifetime

Around the clock support by phone
or online with our global technical
helpdesk

Installation

IQ/OQ

Trained Peak FSE will visit to install
and commission your generator

Certified assurance for applications
requiring documented qualification

Find out more about Peak generator service plans
at www.peakscientific.com/protected
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Contact us today to discover more!
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North America
Tel: +1 866 647 1649

Europe
Tel: +44 (0)141 812 8100

China
Tel: +86 21 5079 1190

India
Tel: 1800 2700 946

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