Restek News
MI/MO and NY Cannabis Residual Solvents in Two Convenient Kits
23 October 2024 — Formulated for cannabis labs following Michigan, Missouri, and New York state-specific residual solvents methods, our new certified reference materials (CRM) kits include all compounds listed for these state analyses. |
Streamline Your MCPD and Glycidol Analysis with Restek’s New Certified Reference Materials
4 June 2024 — Restek’s new MCPD esters and glycidyl stearate certified reference materials (CRMs) help labs streamline their analysis of these food processing contaminants. By relying on Restek’s manufacturing expertise, labs can minimize errors, save time, and reduce cost compared to sourcing neat materials. |
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! |