2 Brand new CPP2 units have just landed on our stock!

We just got hold of 2 BRAND NEW latest production model CPP2 (SN 22XXX and up)!
These were demo units, but have never seen any chemicals or real use. Brand new trough, bottles, and beakers.

Contact us for more details.

Some exciting things are happening at the CatLABS secret R&D devision...

Coming soon.

Jobo USA announces "Papersafe" a photo publication dedicated to analog photography

Papersafe is the first ever zine to be published by Jobo USA.

This new independent publication, is a submission based, limited print edition, published three times a year, and is dedicated to Analog photography.

The first issue of Papersafe - #1: “Sage” scheduled to be released the second week of March, 2014, will include two segments: A 10-15 image portfolio of two emerging photographers and a compilation photozine that will be a curated survey of the submission.

For our inaugural issue we are seeking film-based photographic work that is related to or inspired by the word “sage”. Show us some profound wisdom, lost wisdom, or spirits you've gotten rid of... or have found. There are no wrong answers, interpret in whatever way you see fit.  You can use these ideas (and title) as a fresh and new way to think about and look at your work and create a sequence of maybe otherwise unrelated images.  

Though we love in-depth, completed series, we're not necessarily looking for them.

We're about the images, and we want to see a strong, cohesive group of images, regardless if they come from a larger body of work or not. You can use these ideas (and title) as a fresh and new way to think about and look at your work and create a sequence of maybe otherwise unrelated images.

Submissions for Issue #1: 'Sage' open - January 01, 2014

DEADLINE: All submissions due by January 22, 2014

Submission guidelines:

What: All work must be film based in origin

How many: Up to 20 images

File size: Minimum 2000 pixels on the short side as JPEG  

What else: Include a short statement (when applicable), bio and website url 

How to send: Send images in a compressed folder (zip, rar etc.), via email, dropbox or wetransfer.com to:  papersafe@jobo-usa.com

Papersafe is curated and edited by talented photographer Trevor Powers. He has come onboard because he is passionate about analog photography and is excited to work with and support the community based around it.  He brings a critical eye and understanding of the ever-expanding independent publishing market and network, and understands the importance of careful editing and the value of quality over quantity.  

Powers (b. 1985, Burlington, VT) is an artist living in Western Massachusetts. He studied photography at The School of the Museum of Fine Arts, in Boston, where he graduated from in 2008.  He has exhibited work throughout the United States and has been included in various publications around the world. He is interested in making art that is simple, accessible and personal. He is also an avid curator, events organizer, and zine publisher. 

CatLABS and Jobo-USA are committed to the expansion and betterment of Papersafe, with the hope of creating something new and exciting for an amazing community of film photographers worldwide.

See the full details here: 

http://jobo-usa.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=21&Itemid=128

Jobo USA is proud to present: MEMORY FULL, Issue #03: NICE TO SEE YOU

We are happy to announce this project we have been working on is finally here and  ready for sale!

Stay tuned for our next upcoming project - Papersafe - A Jobo USA publication

Jobo USA is proud to present: MEMORY FULL, Issue #03: NICE TO SEE YOU

36 pages / 5.5"x8.5" / Saddle-Stitched / Edition of 100

For the third issue of Memory Full, a select group of photographers were asked to interpret the phrase “NICE TO SEE YOU” in whatever way they see fit.  Being sponsored by JOBO-USA, photographers were also asked to keep analog processes in mind when making their selection.

Photographers included are: Jonathan Campolo, Phil Elverum, Chris Fowler, Nate Grossman, Carl Gunhouse, Noah Kalina, Michael McCraw, Steven Reynolds, Jody Rogac, Tess Scheflan, David Shannon-Lier, Ginevra Shay, Annie Sollinger, Jocko Weyland

Buy Memory full #3 here

More info here and on the catlabs blog/facebook and here:

http://memoryfullzine.tumblr.com/nicetoseeyou 

CatLABS now offers + PLUS upgrade to all CPE2 owners!

We are happy to announce that we can now offer a complete upgrade for your aging CPE2 to the CPE2+ model spec.

The Upgrade includes a New motor and motor housing and various other modifications.
The benefits of this upgrade include:

• a stronger motor, which is also readily available in case you ever need to replace it
• replacement of the failure prone bottom section of the housing with a new more robust design
• increased serviceability and life span of you machine

Contact us directly for pricing about this upgrade option.

Jobo Expert drum demo video - have a look inside an expert drum

We finally got our hands on one of those clear plastic demo Expert drums and made this short video showing how an Expert drum works - from the inside!

Jobo 90th year historical archive

For its 90th year anniversity of being at the forefront of the photography industry, Jobo is showcasing the companies history throughout the month of December 2013 - you can follow along on our facebook page
www.facebook.com/CatLABS.of.JP

Memory full #3 - Nice to see you - final list: superstars Noah Kalina and Jocko Weyland along side some amazing emerging photographers

We are happy to announce the first ever Zine to be sponsored by Jobo USA. This new independent publication, which will be curated by talented photographer Trevor Powers, is dedicated to Analog photography and will be a limited edition of 100. 

The zine, is slated to be be published later in Dec 2013, and will be a limited numbered edition.

All proceeds from the sales will be going towards the establishment of a periodical curated zine, sponsored by Jobo USA, dedicated to film photography, with the hope of creating something new for an amazing community of film photographers worldwide.

Memory full #3 - Nice to see you - final list: superstars Noah Kalina and Jocko Weyland along side some amazing emerging photographers!

"MEMORY FULL started as a way to showcase cell phone photographs away from a screen and in the real world. It was submission based, with no theme. In the end there was something like 40 photographers included. The second issue was more curated and had a loose theme: portraits. Though cell phone pics were encouraged, they weren't a requirement. It turned out great, and included photographers from all over the world."

"Nice to see you" will be featuring:

Carl Gunhouse 

Tess Sheflan

Chris Fowler

Steven Reynolds

David Shannon-Lier

Phil Elverum

Ginevra Shay

Noah Kalina

Jocko Weyland

Michael McCraw

Jody Rogac

Jonathan Campolo 

Annie Sollinger 

More info here and on the catlabs blog/facebook and here:

http://memoryfullzine.tumblr.com

New Style Retaining clips are back in stock - SS reels are in stock

We just got a shipment of some spare parts, including some long awaited "new style" tank retaining clips, along with many other items.

We also got a small stock of the ultra rate hewes SS reels, that can be used directly on Jobo center cores. Reels for 35mm and 120 are in stock right now, but will not last long so get them before they are all gone.

New stock just arrived! 1509 roller base and 260ml beakers are back in stock!

We just got a special shipment of long awaited Jobo items that have been out of stock for a while.

This includes some 1509 roller bases and 260ml beakers.
Fins them here:
http://www.catlabs.info/product/brand-new-jobo-1509-roller-base-manual-processing-base-with-easy-running-rollers
and here:
http://www.catlabs.info/product/jobo-3308-260ml-9oz-beaker-for-all-jobo-processors-4-pack

Jobo 2400 daylight processing tank demo vid

Check out our latest video tutorial shot live in Chicago, IL - This demo shows how to use the Jobo 2400 system tank to process a film in the field with no need for changing bag or darkroom!

Shot by Tess Scheflan

The all new WWW.JOBO-USA.COM is now online!

We have just launched the revamped version of the Jobo USA analog website!

Visit us at www.jobo-usa.com and check out all the new stuff and the new resources section.
Tons of archives of manuals, tutorials, videos, and other long lost material, now brought back to light.
Want us to add something to the site? Just let us know!

Photo Expo Plus 2013 report: Film is alive and well in NYC

CatLABS was at the Photo Expo Plus show at NYC today, and found many exciting things.

First off we had a chance to meet Keith Canham from KB Canham cameras, who is teamed up with Kodak to help supply Ultra large format film and film cut in less popular sizes to photographers who otherwise would have to order entire production runs from Kodak. He is also a heck of a guy to talk with and learn from. At the Kokdak booth where we met Keith, the Kodak crew, the same people we saw last year, were at the same level of non exuberance, as they were handing out FREE rolls of film to all who asked (3 days left to go and get your free film fix). Although the crew was less then excited, they immediately recognized the Jobo logo and were happy to hear about Jobo's return to the US market.

Across the isle, at the Fujifilm booth, there was a huge Instax area, where you can try out the mini instax with the new retro Mini Instax camera, and keep your photos too! On the wall next to the instax a tall display box had pretty much all the fuji films currently available - from 35 to 8X10, velvia provia, across, and the pro color films.

At a few used gear booths people were dumping their digital cameras... Its clear film is coming back ;)

We also spotted many film camera holders around (especially around the Leica booth). Unique photo from NJ and Sammy's from CA were there, both stores have very respectable analog departments, most definitely worth mentioning.

All in all an interesting view of the current state of the industry, on a local level.

CatLABS Jobo Lift assist handle Ver 3.0 is back in stock

Our Jobo lift assist handle ver 3.0 is back in stock.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281193418642&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT

See the how to video here:

 

New CPP3 Jobo on Jobo video trailer published

New Jobo on Jobo video trailer published

We have just published a trailer of our Jobo on Jobo project, shot exclusively with the Jobo JIB4 Actioncam, this video features an cool "inside" look (literally) at the Jobo CPP3 and Jobo tank system.

Come meet us at Photo Expo 2013 (Oct 24)

CatLABS and Jobo USA will be at Photo Expo 2013, for one day on October 24.
We will be cruising the show and will be available for meetings, if scheduled in advance.

Check out the new Jobo-USA flyers we just got - fresh off the press!

We are moving!

CatLABS is moving!

We are moving to a new location in Chicago, IL! We can't wait to get in to our new place in the mid west.

Due to the intense complexity of this cross country move, we will be closed for sales, starting September 23, 2013, and aim to resume full operations on October 5th, from our new location.

As always, we will be available via email, and phone throughout the move.

See you on the other side!

CatLABS team

MOD54 - new lower pricing

We have lowered the price on the MOD54 and MOD54 combo with tank.
The MOD54 is a great solution for home processing of sheet film, and works wonderfully with our new C-41 kits!

Get them here:
http://www.catlabs.info/category/mod54

CatLABS Universal C-41 3 Bath in 5L NOW IN STOCK!

CatLABS is happy to present a new universal C-41 3 Bath processing kit!

KITS ARE NOW IN STOCK and ready to ship to anywhere in the CON US:

http://www.catlabs.info/product/catlabs-c-41-3-bath-chemistry-kit-5l-10l

This kit features very high capacity and economy, and a long stock shelve life so you can mix small batches as needed.
Standard 38.4C processing temp and and times.

Easy to use, single mix solutions.

See our benchmarking tests here:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.423646454420863.1073741833.276274625824714&type=3

The times they are changin'

The preface of the Jobo E-6 Handbook.

New video: How to install and remove the Jobo Base magnet #1504

BRAND NEW Jobo 1502 reels for 16mm/110 are now available on special order

CatLABS is happy to announce that we can now offer brand new 1502 for processing 16mm and 110 format films in Jobo 1500 system tanks.

These reels are available on special order basis only, with a 5-7 business day lead time.

Please contact us directly for more info.

MOD54 reels and combo's are back in stock!

Check out new pricing for MOD 54 4X5 sheet film reel for paterson tanks and tank and reel combo's in our store:
http://www.catlabs.info/category/mod54

Limited stock available - they wont last long.

New video: How to safely remove a Jobo Expert drum lid with the 3360 Foot pump

Check out our latest video:

New from CatLABS: HOLGA DIY special - Jobo 1520 with reel for 120 and 35mm manual processing

Check out this cool new tank combo from CatLABS: 

The ideal HOLGA/DIANA/LUBITEL home processing solution - just load your film and add your chemistry! Will take any 35mm or 120 film, you can process Black and white film, and even color negatives and slides yourself! 

Find it in our store HERE

Perfect for BW home processing, with loads of online resources and support specifically for this system

Reduce your processing cost to under 10 cents per roll when you do it yourself.

Process up to 2 rolls of 120 or 35mm (an extra 1501 reel is needed for processing 2 rolls of 35mm)
 
Modular expandable system and full comparability with color or slide film processing (manually or with a Jobo processor)

 

 

 Find it in our store HERE

Used Expert drums just arrived in stock!

We just got a few used Expert drums, 3006, 3010 and 3005's.
These will not last long - contact us for pricing or check out the webstore and Ebay listings.

Combo 3360 foot pumps are only 45$

New video: How to safely remove a cog from a jobo lid

After many emails about this subject we have just published a new video showing how to safely remove a cog from a Jobo lid.
Once the cog is removed, you can add a rubber cap to use your tank as an inversion tank, check it out here:

MOD54 and Paterson tank combo's back in stock

After a short back order period, the MOD54 and Paterson PTP116 3 reel tank are back in stock.
Check out our MOD54 tank and washer combo here:
http://www.catlabs.info/product/mod54-combo-mod54-4x5-sheet-film-reel-with-paterson-ptp116-3-reel-tank-and-force-film-washer

Jobo Expert 3006 drums are back in stock!

We have just received some Jobo Expert 3006 drums.
These are the only available processing solution for 5X7 sheet film.
Special pricing - limited stock.
Contact us for more details or get it here:
http://www.catlabs.info/product/jobo-expert-drum-3006-for-up-to-6-sheets-of-4x5-or-5x7-new

New artlcle in our upcoming recourse center

As part of our ongoing project to create a Jobo information resource center, we have just published a new article discussing Jobo machine serial numbers.
You can read it here:
http://www.catlabs.info/why-are-jobo-cpa2-cpp2-serial-numbers-important

Now in stock: MINT Jobo CPP2 SN #23XXX with new style lift

New arrival - this MINT Jobo CPP2 with SN #23XXX which makes it of the latest production model.
Save over $1000 from a CPP3 and get all the benefits of a near new machine with the latest components.
Contact us directly or check out our websore for details.

ATL 1000 circulation pump failure diagnosed

Recently, we serviced an ATL1000, which had some common failure symptoms, encountered by many of the users of the ATL1000 as it ages. As the average age of these machines is getting to be 20 or more years, some components require a closer attention.

In this case, the machine exhibits normal behavior, until it warms up, in which case it begins to slow down, and eventually dies out with a long beep. This failure is often attributed to a failed circulation pump, located inside the water trough of the machine, just under the black chemistry bottles. The motor of the pump draws more and more power from the board, until a thermal overload is reached and machine stops. After letting it cool down it will go back to normal, until it heats up again and dies again.

The cure in this case, is the replacement of the circulation pump with a new one.

The original blue pump will show tell tale signs of the end of its service life - note the are circled in the second photo. The crack in the outer housing of the pump is caused by buildup of corrosion inside the motor housing. The buildup will push against the housing until it bursts, deforming the housing and further overloading the motor. The pump itself is housed in a sealed casing (we had to crack it to open it), meaning it cannot be serviced and must be replaced.

 

The original blue pump will show tell tale signs of the end of its service life - note the are circled in the second photo. The crack in the outer housing of the pump is caused by buildup of corrosion inside the motor housing. The buildup will push against the housing until it bursts, deforming the housing and further overloading the motor. The pump itself is housed in a sealed casing (we had to crack it to open it), meaning it cannot be serviced and must be replaced.

As you can see in this photo, the motor itself, has attracted lots of corrosion, and once the housing gets cracked, due to the strong magnetic force, every metal particle free floating the system is attracted to the motor, further exacerbating the problem.

While the brushes and the motor itself may still be within proper operating specs, there is no way for the axle to stay lubricated, and the motor eventually seizes, causing the board to overload.

Contact us for more info about this problem, or if you need a quote to replace your ATL1000 circulation pump as a preventative measure.

New Jobo CPP3 Processor photo shoot

We are working on all new photo shoot for the CPP3 at our top secret cat-cave :).
For now here is a teaser, by TS.

CatLABS takes Jobo everywhere

Photos by Tess Scheflan

Jobo CPP3 processor now in stock!

Jobo CPP3 processors are in stock!
Check them out here

New look

MOD54 back in stock

MOD54 4X5 sheet film adapters for use in paterson 3 reel tanks are back in stock.

Supplies are limited, and we can't seem to get them fast enough. Get yours before they are gone.

MOD54 and paterson 3 reel tank combo also available.

Check them out here and here

Jobo release a behind the scene CPP3 video

Check this out - Jobo just posted a "beinh the scene" video showing the production of the all new CPP3 processor. Hand crafted to perfection!

Sign of the times

We just got our very own JOBO sign.
Surviving the strides of time.

MOD54 and Paterson 3 reel tank combo's are here! ready to ship in the USA!

The MOD54 and Paterson tanks combo are finally in stock.

Get this amazing low cost 4X5 sheet film processing system before they are gone.
The paterson force film washer and super system 4 reels will also be in stock later this quarter.

Find it here on our webesite, and here on our ebay outlet.

MOD54 is here!

We are the first outlet in the US to have these wonderful MOD54 units in stock.
Check them out here:
http://www.catlabs.info/product/mod54-4x5-sheet-film-reel-for-up-to-6-sheets-in-paterson-tanks

Jobo - hand crafted

Jobo products are precision made and hand crafted in Germany.

New low pricing and free shipping on regular stock items!

As part of our effort to make more Jobo products available on regular stock, we have updated and lowered the price on many items. Along with free shipping in the US on various items Jobo darkroom gear is more affordable then ever.

See new pricing on 1501 Duo set reels, 1504 Magnet base adapters, 1505 Cog lid adapters and many others.

As always we are happy to offer large quantity and combo discounts, as well as a reduced combined shipping cost.

New items are being added daily to our online store and ebay outlet, so be sure to add us to your RSS or favorites and stay updated.

The MOD54 is coming!

CatLABS is happy to announce that we will be carrying the amazing MOD54 sheet film reel.

This specialized sheet film reel fits directly into a Patterson super system 4 three reel tank, with no modifications needed, and can hold up to 6 sheets of 4X5 film.

Ideal for home processing of all traditional film types - C-41, E-6 and all BW processes.

This low cost unit is one of the easiest ways to get in to large format processing., supported by tons of online resources and user input.

The first batch is on the way, and we will update as soon as it is in stock at our warehouse.

For now - please contact us if you want to get in on the pre order list with a special pre order price - 69$, including free shipping in the US (for the first 5 orders).
Limited stock availability - so act now.

Now in stock - MINT Jobo CPE2+ 220V Processor with lift (SOLD April 2013)

(SOLD April 2013)

Check out this new arrival - a MINT condition CPE2+ processor with lift.
Rare E-6 bottle rack and expert easy running rollers.
This machine appears to have never been used.
Contact us for more details.
Discounted shipping to most locations in Europe and Asia now available.