Restek News
Restek Named to Top 100 Organizations List
15 April 2024 — Restek is proud to be part of an outstanding group of companies named to the 2024 PA Business Central Top 100 Organizations list. This annual list honors organizations that have a powerful and beneficial impact on their communities. |
Increase Productivity and Reduce Helium Use with Restek’s Expanded Line of LPGC Columns
28 March 2024 — Factory connected and leak tight, our new LPGC column kits help you speed up analyses (up to 3.3x faster) and save money (up to 81% less helium). |
Streamline Nitrosamines Testing with Restek’s New Multicomponent Standard
26 March 2024 — Restek's new Nitrosamine 7 Standard contains seven key nitrosamines in a single ampul, reducing the complexity in sourcing the compounds laboratory’s need. |
Simplify Your Analysis of Furan and Alkylfurans with Restek’s New Multicomponent CRM Mix
19 March 2024 — Restek’s new 8-compound, multicomponent mix meets all compounds listed by AOAC SMPR 2019.004 and Commission Recommendation (EU) 2022/495. |
Calling All Night Owls—Virtual Job Fair for 2nd & 3rd Shift Positions
14 March 2024 — Restek is hosting a virtual job fair on March 26, 2024 for multiple 2nd and 3rd shift operations technician job openings. |
Get the Most Out of Narrow-Bore GC Columns with Intermediate-Volume (IV) Liners
1 March 2024 — This press release announces the launch of Restek's 3 mm intermediate-volume IVL inlet liners and provides an overview of how they benefit analysts who use narrow-bore GC columns. |
Restek VP Recognized for Support of Service Member Employees
14 February 2024 — Restek’s Raymond Ciampichini, VP of Operations, awarded the ESGR Patriot Award for extraordinary support of employees who are in the guard or reserves. |
Create PFAS Methods in Minutes with Restek’s Free Pro EZLC Chromatogram Modeler
29 January 2024 — Covering most major methods, our Pro EZLC modeler lets you simulate method conditions and model changes for 58 PFAS compounds before setting foot in the lab! |
Improve Lab Efficiency with Smart SPME Arrows
16 January 2024 — Restek Smart SPME Arrows and fibers offer the same application, performance, and lifetime with an added chip that tracks parameters, ranges, and usage history. |
Restek Announces Head Coach Retirement and Transition Plan
28 December 2023 — As part of a planned succession of leadership, Restek’s Board of Directors named Bill Arrowsmith the Company’s new Head Coach effective January 1, 2024. |
Accurately Analyze Metal-Sensitive Compounds with Restek’s New Inert LC Columns
19 December 2023 — Combined with Restek’s selective stationary phases, these new inert LC columns are ideal for analyzing compounds like mycotoxins and organophosphorus pesticides. |
Simplify Your Expanded Volatiles Analysis with Restek’s New 131 Compound MegaMix Standards Kit
10 November 2023 — Restek’s new VOC MegaMix 131 kit contains the most comprehensive offering of volatiles in a single kit. |
Restek Soil Gas Samplers: Fewer Connections, Fewer Leaks, Fewer Errors
3 November 2023 — Restek soil gas samplers are designed for simplicity, reliability, and flexibility to maximize data accuracy while minimizing time, expense, and user error. |
Overcome the Frustrations of Residual Solvent Gases Testing with Restek’s Exceptionally Reliable Standards
31 October 2023 — With Restek's residual solvent gases standards, we help you overcome common pain points, ensure consistent reproducibility, and offer guidance on handling best practices. |
Restek’s Pro EZGC Modeler is Now Available for PLOT Columns
22 September 2023 — Restek has expanded our Pro EZGC software to now include modeling for our PLOT columns. Simulate your analysis in minutes without stepping foot into the lab. |
You Voted, and Restek’s Rxi-SVOCms GC Column Won!
22 September 2023 — Our Rxi-SVOCms GC column was named Best New Separations Product of the Year in SelectScience Scientists’ Choice Awards. |
Air Sampling Bottles Make Soil Gas Analysis More Cost-Effective
20 September 2023 — Ideal for soil vapor testing at a fraction of the cost, Restek's disposable air sampling bottles are designed for safety, ease of use, and peace of mind. |
Minimize Maintenance Time with Finger-Tight GC Fittings
13 September 2023 — Restek finger-tight fittings are now available for Agilent, PerkinElmer, Shimadzu, and Thermo GCs. Streamline operations and ordering for all your instruments. |
Restek Sponsors Excellence in Chromatography Award Presented to PhD Student Anika Lokker
6 September 2023 — Restek thanks all participants for presenting their GC-MS application notes, and congratulates Anika Lokker on winning for her work featuring two Restek GC columns. |
Streamline Your Generation of Calibration Standards and Matrix Spike Solutions with Our New York Cannabis Pesticides Kit
15 August 2023 — Featuring the 70 compounds needed by cannabis testing laboratories, Restek's New York cannabis pesticides kit eliminates the need for in-house standard preparation. |
Take Advantage of Simplified Calibration and Sample Spiking with Restek’s High Concentration Arizona Pesticide Standard Kit
12 April 2023 — Restek’s new Arizona pesticide certified reference material (CRM) kit features 58 compounds with concentrations aligned to variable compound action limits. |
Restek Named to Top 100 Organizations List
28 March 2023 — Restek is proud to be part of an outstanding group of companies named to the 2023 PA Business Central Top 100 Organizations list. |
New Residual Solvent Mixes to Support 2020 USP <467> Method Revisions
15 March 2023 — Restek’s comprehensive offering of residual solvent multi-component certified reference materials (CRMs) contain all required compounds for USP <467> 2020 rev. |
Simplify Semivolatiles Calibration with New MegaMix Reference Standards Kits
23 February 2023 — Containing the most frequently analyzed semivolatiles, two new SVOC reference standards kits from Restek will help labs streamline operations. |
Restek Overhauls its Reference Standards’ Packaging, Labeling, and Certificates to Improve Lab Safety and Productivity
21 November 2022 — Based on customer feedback, Restek’s ISO-accredited reference standards labs made exciting improvements to packaging, labeling, and certificates of analysis. |
Restek Named to Top 100 Organizations List
2 May 2022 — Restek is proud to be part of an outstanding group of companies named to the 2022 PA Business Central Top 100 Organizations list. |
Restek Ranks #23 on 2020 List of Best Places to Work
21 December 2020 — Restek was named #23 in the large-sized company category on the list of Best Places to Work in PA. This marks the 4th time Restek has placed on the list. |
Restek donated gas sampling bags and other air sampling tools to students at the University of Padua, Italy, analyzing air quality at different altitudes.
27 July 2020 — Restek donated gas sampling bags and other air sampling tools to students at the University of Padua, Italy, analyzing air quality at different altitudes. |
Restek Wins Science Video of the Year Award
16 March 2020 — SelectScience presented Restek with the Analytical Science Video of the Year Award for its cannabis testing workflows and method development video. |
Restek accepted the “The Trailblazers–Team Award” during the IFS World Conference for its innovative implementation of IFS Applications software.
12 November 2019 — Restek accepted the “The Trailblazers–Team Award” during the IFS World Conference for its innovative implementation of IFS Applications software. |
Restek Donates Precision Measurement Tool to Local High School
23 October 2019 — Restek donated a Horizontal Profile Projector to Central Mountain High School's vocational program as part of its Manufacturing Day celebrations. |
Restek Named One of Region’s Healthiest Employers
22 July 2019 — Restek was selected by the Healthiest Employers Awards as an employer committed to creating a healthy workplace. |
Restek Celebrates Newest Home Dedication with Habitat for Humanity
22 July 2019 — When Habitat for Humanity of Greater Centre County (HFHGCC) dedicated its newest home on June 11, Restek Corporation received a special mention. |
Restek Honored by Leading Science Publication
3 April 2019 — SelectScience honored Restek with its Reviewers’ Choice Award for Analytical Science Company of the Year in recognition of high ratings and positive feedback. |
Restek and LECO Collaborate in Worldwide Supply Agreement
5 March 2019 — The collaboration gives LECO customers access to a core set of Restek consumables, streamlining setup and offering the convenience of one simplified package. |
Distributor Recognizes Restek’s Plus 1 Service
11 February 2019 — Restek received the Operational Excellence Platinum Level Achievement Award at the Avantor Americas sales meeting for outstanding service and support. |
Restek Gives in Response to Hurricanes Florence and Michael
30 November 2018 — Restek employee-owners and customers teamed up to donate blood and give more than $5,000 in support of the Red Cross hurricane disaster relief efforts. |
A Love of Fly-Fishing Leads to 20 Years of Volunteerism at Restek
14 May 2018 — The Centre County Youth Service Bureau (YSB) presented Restek with an award for its charitable contributions and volunteerism. |
Restek Hosts Car Competition During Bring Your Child to Work Day
9 May 2018 — Restek and local nonprofit KidTech hosted a battery-powered-car race in Restek’s gym for its annual Bring Your Child to Work Day. |
Restek Holds 1st Annual Student Research Symposium
13 April 2018 — Restek held its 1st Annual Student Research Symposium at its global headquarters, as part of a commitment to developing the next generation of scientists. |
Restek Partners with Girl Scouts for STEM Expos
10 April 2018 — Restek guided Girl Scouts through scientific experiments at an event that brought STEM skill-building opportunities directly to girls. |
Restek Recognized for Outstanding Retirement Benefits
15 March 2018 — Restek was named a finalist for Plan Sponsor of the Year by PLANSPONSOR magazine. Nearly 90% of employees are on target to reach retirement goals. |
Restek Meets Milestone in Employee Safety
14 March 2018 — Putting people and safety first, Restek reaches 1,000,000 safe hours worked. |
Restek Volunteerism Thrives at Inaugural Culture Fair
20 October 2017 — Local organizations set up alongside employee groups at Restek to speak with employees about volunteer opportunities. |
Restek Customers and Employee-Owners Donate More Than $11,000 to Red Cross Hurricane Relief Efforts
10 October 2017 — Restek held a fundraiser for Red Cross operations in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida after hurricanes Harvey and Irma. |
Restek Wins Company of the Year
28 September 2017 — Restek was recognized for its success and commitment to employee-ownership by the PA/DE chapter of the ESOP Association. |
Restek Shows South Hills Students an ESOP in Action
8 August 2017 — Restek hosted students from South Hills School of Business & Technology to educate them on employee stock ownership plans (ESOP) by showing them one in action. |
Restek Employees Go the Extra Mile—Literally
8 August 2017 — Extraordinary Feats spotlight is just one of many incentives offered to the employee-owners of Restek, a leader in Centre County employee wellness programs. |
Restek Helps Make Fourth of July Fun for the Family
28 June 2017 — Each year, dozens of Restek employees volunteer at the Central PA 4thFest to serve attendees over 1,440 pieces of cake. |
Restek Graduates its 23rd Leadership Centre County Enrollee
26 June 2017 — Becky Wittrig graduated with the 25th anniversary class of Leadership Centre County (LCC). Becky is Restek’s 23rd employee to graduate from the program. |
Restek’s Commitment to the Community and the Environment Includes Orange Vests and Work Gloves
12 June 2017 — As part of the PA Adopt A Highway program, Restek employees maintain a particularly important stretch of road near Logan Branch Creek. |
Restek Employee-Owners Stay Active and Healthy with Corporate Olympics
7 June 2017 — The Restek Olympics are a month-long Wellness competition that encourages employees to have fun, engage in friendly competition, and take ownership of their health. |
Restek Inspires Future Scientists at STEM Fair
9 May 2017 — Teaching concepts of chromatography to elementary and middle school STEM students is another way Restek connects with and gives back to the community. |
Being the County’s Top Business Group of Blood Donors is Not Enough for Restek Employees
21 April 2017 — For being the top business blood drive sponsor in the county, the American Red Cross Mid Central PA Chapter awarded Restek with its Business Partnership Award. |
Restek and Skills of Central PA Offer Career Training to High Schoolers with Disabilities
11 January 2017 — Restek is proud to partner with Skills of Central PA to help improve the lives of people with special needs. |
The Analytical Scientist Innovation Awards (TASIAs) Honor Restek’s EZGC Method Development Tools
20 January 2015 — The Analytical Scientist published their Innovation Awards, and Restek’s EZGC method development tools suite was chosen as a winner! |