Eppendorf MixMate is claimed to be the first vortexer to be available with independently verified data showing the low transfer of hand-arm vibration during its operation. EU Directive
2002/44EG addresses the need for regulations protecting employees from hazardous mechanical vibration. Using a vortexing procedure to mix liquids causes transfer of vibration to the hand and arm, so posing a theoretical risk. However, the actual risk and daily maximum dose of exposure incurred by the Eppendorf mixer MixMate with integrated vortexing function were analysed and summarised by the independent British institution ‘Industrial Noise & Vibration Centre’. The results making MixMate the first vortexer for which detailed hand-arm vibration data is available.