For the scientists - assembling an OpenPCR machine

One of the reasons I love laboratory work is the toys (you know, all the things a supplier would describe as specialised equipment) that we get to use. Amongst many pieces of equipment that glide, orbit, beep or just hum, the laboratory at Practical Horse Genetics has an OpenPCR machine.

Why do OpenPCR machines kick arse? You get to assemble them! For me, there is no better way to get an understanding of what features a PCR machine should or could have. And, should things ever go wrong, I won't be completely in the dark as to what part may be broken or misbehaving.

The OpenPCR shipping box is like a present, but with more presents inside!