The SmartRack® - Product overview

From Accessories to Holder for wash bottles– everything from a single source and always the first choice

The SmartRack® was designed by scientists and laboratory users, because the Better Basics team knows the special processes in laboratories and has developed the SmartRack® and its modules in cooperation with various laboratory users. A wide variety of module configurations are available to meet your individual requirements. Whether you work in the field of chemistry, biology, biochemistry, food chemistry, pharmacy or medicine, the SmartRack® represents the innovative standard for every modern laboratory workstation and should form part of the basic equipment of every laboratory. With us, you can choose from over 100 holders or modules for organizing your laboratory workstation, which you can combine as required in our SmartRack® .

The integrated click system - the optimal solution for safety and efficiency

All SmartRack® modules, that can be clicked directly in slot rails, have an integrated click system with which users receive haptic feedback when positioning the mounting modules within the slot rail. Since all mounting modules can be freely positioned within a slot rail, you have complete freedom of arrangement – depending on the needs of your work. Once clicked into place, the SmartRack® modules remain securely in the SmartRack® frame, even when the slot rail is moved to another usage level. In this way you protect yourself and your work from sample loss or accidents at work.

See the SmartRack® in action and convince yourself of its versatility in our video.

The SmartRack® in action

SmartRack® – Size

SmartRack® and SmartRack® mini

SmartRack Rahmen mit Nutschienen und Auffangwanne

The SmartRack® was developed for use at many different laboratory workstations and especially for work in fume hoods. The SmartRack® mini is specially designed for working at safety cabinets.

The SmartRack® includes the following components:

  • a frame incl. a pair of feet
  • three slot rails each with handles
  • a drip tray
Item Typ Item no.
SmartRack®
635 x 615 x 265 mm (WxHxD)
01704
SmartRack® mini
420 x 380 x 265 mm (WxHxD)
01707

SmartRack® – Module sets

Basic equipment module set

Small accessories, trash bag, tissue box and wash bottle not included in scope of delivery

01501 SmartRack Modulset Grundausstattung

The Basic equipment module set is for organizing basic accessories in day-to-day laboratory work and includes the following components (Article number of the individual module for better understanding in brackets):

  • 6 modules:
    • 1 x storage box
    • 1 x storage box insert, for small accessories
    • 1 x holder for bin liners
    • 1 x holder for glove / tissue boxes
    • 1 x holder for wash bottles
    • 1 x wall mount
Item Item no.
Basic equipment module set
01501

Biology module set

Frame (SmartRack®), centrifuge tubes, laboratory screw top bottles, pipettes and pipette tip boxes not included in scope of delivery

01502 SmartRack Modulset Biologie

The Biology module set is designed specifically for work in the field of biology and includes the following components (Article number of the individual module for better understanding in brackets):

  • one slot rail with handles
  • 8 modules:
    • 1 x storage box
    • 1 x storage box insert, for centrifuge tubes
    • 2 x holder for laboratory screw top bottles 100–1000 ml
    • 1 x holder for 3 pipettes with hooks
    • 3 x holder for pipette tip boxes
Item Item no.
Biology module set
01502

Chemistry module set

Frame (SmartRack®), chromatography columns and glassware not included in scope of delivery

01503 SmartRack Modulset Chemie

The Chemistry module set has been specially designed for work in the field of chemistry and includes the following components (Article number of the individual module for better understanding in brackets):

  • one slot rail with handles
  • 9 modules:
    • 3 x holder for chromatography columns
    • 3 x holder for glassware with NS29
    • 1 x holder for glassware with NS29, extended
    • 2 x holder for glassware with NS14

Item Item no.
Chemistry module set
01503

SmartRack® – Single modules

Storage box

Storage box inserts not included in scope of delivery

01142 SmartRack Ablagebox

The module is the basis for storing and fixating various smaller laboratory equipment. The storage box can hold a maximum of three storage box inserts, which can be arranged and combined as required.

Alternatively, the storage box can also be used without storage box inserts.

Item Item no.
Storage box
01142

Storage box insert – for centrifuge tubes

Storage box and centrifuge tubes not included in scope of delivery

Ablagebox-Einsatz – für Zentrifugenröhrchen

The module can be inserted as required into the storage box and enables easy storage and fixation of centrifuge tubes.

Item Typ Item no.
Storage box insert – for centrifuge tubes
6 x 15 ml, 4 x 50 ml
01102
Storage box insert – for centrifuge tubes
12 x 15 ml
01128
Storage box insert – for centrifuge tubes
6 x 50 ml
01129

Storage box insert – for microreaction vessels

Storage box and microreaction vessels not included in scope of delivery

01104 SmartRack Ablagebox-Einsatz – für Mikroreaktionsgefäße

The module can be inserted as required into the storage box and enables easy storage and fixation of microreaction vessels

Item Typ Item no.
Storage box insert – for microreaction vessels
32 x 0,5 ml
01104
Storage box insert – for microreaction vessels
20 x 2 ml
01130

Storage box insert – for small accessories

Storage box and small accessories not included in scope of delivery

01148 SmartRack Modul Ablagebox-Einsatz – für Kleinzubehör​

The module can be inserted as required into the storage box and enables easy storage and fixation of small accessories (e.g. pens, spatulas or tweezers).

Item Item no.
Storage box insert – for small accessories
01148

Storage box insert – for sample containers and test tubes

Items delivered without storage box, sample containers and test tubes

01159 SmartRack Modul Ablagebox-Einsatz – für Probenfläschchen und Reagenzgläser

The module can be inserted as required into the storage box and enables easy storage and holding of sample containers and test tubes. It is equipped with a spring mechanism that provides a secure hold for sample vials and test tubes of different diameters.

Item Typ Item no.
Storage box insert – for sample containers and test tubes
6 x Ø 20 - 30 mm
01159
Storage box insert – for sample containers and test tubes
12 x Ø 10 - 20 mm
01160
Storage box insert – for sample containers and test tubes
20 x Ø 3 - 10 mm
01161

Holder for open fronted storage bins

Open fronted storage bins not include in scope of delivery

01158 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Sichtlagerkästen

The module enables the safe attachment of open fronted storage bins or stacking boxes with a mounting edge, which typically serves as a holding device for wall rails and shelving systems.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for open fronted storage bins
suitable for storage bins such as SCHÄFER LF110, LF210, LF211, LF220
01158

Holder for glove / tissue boxes

Glove / tissue box not included in scope of delivery

01143 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Handschuhboxen und Tissueboxen

The module allows easy attachment of glove or tissue boxes. The width of the bracket can be adjusted as required and adapted to the size of different boxes. Being able to pull out these consumables towards you makes it easy to remove them even when the box is low.

Item Item no.
Holder for glove / tissue boxes​
01143

Holder for tablet

Tablet not included in scope of delivery

01124 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Tablet

The module allows easy attachment of tablets in portrait and landscape format. The tilted angle ensures good visibility and good usability of the display. The module can be adjusted to different tablet sizes via a locking mechanism, which can be adjusted in increments.

Item Item no.
Holder for tablet
01124

Holder for 3 pipettes with hook

Pipettes not included in scope of delivery

01145 SmartRack Modul Halterung für 3 Pipetten mit Haken

The module allows easy attachment of up to three pipettes with hooks. The pipette tips are not affected and therefore not contaminated.

Item Item no.
Holder for 3 pipettes with hook
01145

Holder for pipette tip boxes

Pipette tip box not included in scope of delivery

01147 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Pipettenspitzenboxen

The module enables easy attachment of pipette tip boxes from different manufacturers and of different sizes. Due to a magnet integrated in the module as well as a second magnet inserted by the user into the pipette tip box, the secure hold of the pipette tip box is ensured. Additional magnets can be ordered for working with multiple pipette tip boxes.

Item Item no.
Holder for pipette tip boxes
01147
Magnet for pipette tip boxes
01151

Holder for pipetting aid

Pipetting aid not included in scope of delivery

01156 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Pipettierhilfe

The module enables the safe attachment of a pipetting aid.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for pipetting aid
for INTEGRA-Pipetboy 2
01154
Holder for pipetting aid
for INTEGRA-Pipetboy pro
01156
Holder for pipetting aid
for BRAND accu-jet® S
01157

Holder for microliter syringes

Microliter syringes not included in scope of delivery

01155 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Mikroliterspritzen

The module allows three microliter syringes to be safely attached. The snap-in mechanism provides a secure hold for the attached microliter syringes. The shape of the module shields the needles of the microliter syringes and thus protects the user against accidental contact with the tip of the needle.

Item Item no.
Holder for microliter syringes
01155

Holder for well plates

Well plate not included in scope of delivery

01125 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Well Plates

Well plates can be inserted into the module and also stacked. The horizontal orientation ensures optimal storage, e.g. of cell cultures.

Item Item no.
Holder for well plates
01125

Holder for wash bottles

wash bottle not included in scope of delivery

01146 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Spritzflaschen

The module enables easy attachment of wash bottles. The module can also be used to store screw top bottles of similar sizes.

Item Item no.
Holder for wash bottles
01146

Holder for chromatography column

Chromatography column not included in scope of delivery

01139 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Chromatographiesäulen

The module allows effortless attachment of chromatography columns. The bracket adjusts to the column circumference via a snap-in mechanism to provide a secure fit. For lengths greater than 15 cm of the suspended equipment, the use of two modules arranged one above the other is recommended to ensure the stability of the superstructure.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for chromatography column
Ø 25 - 35 mm
01107
Holder for chromatography column
Ø 35 - 46 mm
01139

Holder for separating funnel / shaking funnel

Separating funnel / shaking funnel not included in scope of delivery

01149 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Scheidetrichter Schütteltrichter

The module allows easy attachment of separating funnels / shaking funnels.

Note:
The diameter of the separating funnel / shaking funnel is measured at its widest point.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for separating funnel / shaking funnel
Ø > 45 mm
01152
Holder for separating funnel / shaking funnel
Ø > 85 mm
01149
Holder for separating funnel / shaking funnel
Ø > 105 mm
01153

Holder for laboratory screw top bottles

Laboratory screw top bottle not included in scope of delivery

01121 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Laborgewindeflaschen

The module enables easy attachment of laboratory screw top bottles. The module is equipped with a rotable locking ring, which provides additional protection for the laboratory screw top bottles against falling out.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for laboratory screw top bottles
10 - 25 ml (GL25)
01120
Holder for laboratory screw top bottles
50 ml (GL32)
01121
Holder for laboratory screw top bottles
100 - 1000 ml (GL45)
01122

Holder for Erlenmeyer flasks

Conical flask not included in scope of delivery

01108 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Erlenmeyerkolben​

The module allows easy attachment of conical flasks with a beaded rim. The curved front means the conical flask is securely fixed in the module and is protected against falling out.

Item Typ Item no.
Holder for conical flasks
Erlenmeyer flasks, Wide neck 50–100 ml,
Erlenmeyer flasks, Narrow neck 250–500 ml
01108
Holder for conical flasks
Erlenmeyer flasks, Wide neck 250–1000 ml,
Erlenmeyer flasks, Narrow neck 2000–5000 ml
01140

Holder for glassware with ST14

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01111 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS14

The module allows easy attachment of glassware with standard ground joint ST14. The specially shaped recess prevents the glassware from falling out.

Note on joint tolerances for ST14

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 17.2 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 18.0 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item Item no.
Holder for glassware with ST14
01111

Holder for glassware with ST14, extended

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01113 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS14 verlängert

The module corresponds in design and function to the module holder for glass devices with ST14. However, the extended version is particularly suitable for easily hanging particularly large round-bottomed flasks or separating funnels, for example.

Note on joint tolerances for ST14

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 17.2 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 18.0 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item item no.
Holder for glassware with ST14, extended
01113

Holder for glassware with ST14, plus closure

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01112 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS14 plus Verschluss

The module corresponds to the module holder for glassware with ST14, but is also equipped with a rotating locking ring that protects glassware with standard joint NS14 against falling out.

Note on joint tolerances for ST14

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 17.2 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 18.0 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item Item no.
Holder for glassware with NS14, plus closure
01112

Holder for glassware with ST29

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01114 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS29​

The module allows easy attachment of glassware with standard ground joint ST29. The specially shaped recess prevents the glassware from falling out.

Note on joint tolerances for ST29

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 31.4 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 32.8 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item Item no.
Holder for glassware with ST29
01114

Holder for glassware with ST29, extended

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01116 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS29 verlängert

The module corresponds in design and function to the module holder for glass devices with ST29. However, the extended version is particularly suitable for easily hanging particularly large round-bottomed flasks or separating funnels, for example.

Note on joint tolerances for ST29

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 31.4 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 32.8 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item Item no.
Holder for glassware with ST29, extended
01116

Holder for glassware with ST29, plus closure

Glassware not included in scope of delivery

01115 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Glasgeräte mit NS29 plus Verschluss

The module corresponds to the module holder for glassware with ST29, but is also equipped with a rotable locking ring that protects glassware with standard joint ST29 against falling out.

Note on joint tolerances for ST29

  • Maximum outside diameter at the narrowest point of the cone joint: 31.4 mm (larger diameters are too wide for the holder and cannot be held)
  • Minimum outer diameter at the widest point of the cone joint: 32.8 mm (smaller diameters are too narrow for the holder and would fall out)
Item Item no.
Holder for glassware with ST29, plus closure
01115

Holder for bin liner

Bin liner not included in scope of delivery

01144 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Müllbeutel

The module allows easy attachment of garbage bags for small waste. Contamination can be prevented by disposing of waste directly where you are working.

Item Item no.
Holder for bin liner
01144

Kitchen roll holder

Kitchen roll not included in scope of delivery

01162 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Küchenrollen

The module enables easy hanging of kitchen rolls. The roll can rotate in the module, ensuring single or multiple sheets can be unrolled easily.

Item Item no.
Kitchen roll holder
01162

Barcode scanner holder

Barcode scanner not included in scope of delivery

01163 SmartRack Modul Halterung für Barcodescanner

The module enables easy attachment of a barcode scanner.

Item Typ Item no.
Barcode scanner holder
suitable for scanners such as Newland NLS-HR22 and Aplic 304674
01163

Wall mount

01126 SmartRack Module Wandhalterung
The wall mount is attached to the slot rail like a module and provides an additional option for securing the SmartRack®. The supplied stand rod can be inserted into the wall mount from all three directions in space and then fixed to an existing stand assembly, or other permanently installed stands in the laboratory. This virtually eliminates the possibility of the SmartRack® tipping over.
Item Item no.
Wall mount
01126

SmartRack® – Accessories

Slot rail with handles

01602 SmartRack Modul Nutschiene mit Griffen
The slot rail can be used in many different positions in the SmartRack®. A larger number of slot rails offers more options for placing modules through an optimal vertical arrangement, providing more scope for customizing the structure of the SmartRack® and adapting the module arrangement to the individual needs of each user.
Item Typ Item no.
Slot rail with handles
for SmartRack®
01601
Short slot rail with handles
for SmartRack® mini
01602

Drip tray

01603 SmartRack Modul Auffangwanne
The drip tray prevents the spread of liquids. In case of contamination, the drip tray can be easily removed from the SmartRack® and cleaned.
Item Typ Item no.
Drip tray
for SmartRack©
01603
Short drip tray
for SmartRack© mini
01604

SmartCase

SmartRack® not included, other equipement not included

02101 SmartRack Modul SmartCase

The SmartCase is designed to transport and store the SmartRack®, a modular a modular organization system for laboratory workstations. Its aluminum case safely protects a SmartRack® inside and its contents from light and other environmental influences.

The SmartCase consists of a lower part with four castors into which a SmartRack® can be placed. The upper part of the SmartCase has a cushion on the inside, which serves to fix the SmartRack® in the SmartCase as soon as the SmartCase is closed by the tension locks.

This prevents the SmartRack® from slipping or tipping over. The SmartCase has a self-acting valve system which can be used to change the atmosphere inside the SmartCase by means of an external gas supply.

This allows, for example, the temporary generation of a low-oxygen atmosphere in the SmartCase, which creates an additional safety level when transporting oxygen-sensitive, highly flammable substances or substances that spontaneously ignite in air. For further information on the durability of the atmosphere exchange in the SmartCase, please contact us at contact@better-basics.de.

The SmartCase includes the following components:

  • A bottom section with four casters, four tension locks and an automatic gas outlet valve system.
  • A top part with a handle, four put-on aids and an automatic gas inlet valve system
  • A connector for connecting gas hoses of various diameters to the SmartCase
Item Typ Item no.
SmartCase
for SmartRack®
02101

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