There is a wide variety of solid samples that require homogenization for subsequent analysis. The temperature at which the grinding processes take place can play an important role for various reasons. Generally, heat is generated during the grinding of solids. This is problematic if highly volatile components or other ingredients of the sample are to be preserved for subsequent analyses. For these applications RETSCH has developed the new Mixer Mill MM 500 control, which can cool two grinding jar positions with grinding jars up to max. 125 ml simultaneously. The heart of the MM 500 control are the flexible tempering options.