| abstract |
The invention relates to a method of assembling apparatus (110) for containing reagents for a chemical reaction. The apparatus comprises an elongate housing (112) and a receptacle (114). The elongate housing (112) may include a cooling means (116), and end fittings (118, 120) which may include ports where fluids may be introduced and/or removed. Specifically, the method relates to the securement of a receptacle relative to the outwardly facing surface of the housing. |