A LOW cost benchtop alternative to a full cleanroom is the claim made for the CleneCab Workstation from Herolab. It is aimed at laboratory workers who need a localised clean or safe environment to prevent contamination when working with samples.…
Category: safety equipment
Fume hoods reduce energy costs
FLOW SCIENCES says that reducing the airflow face velocity in its Saf T Flow chemical fume hoods can reduce energy costs by up to 60%. Laboratory fume hoods normally run with a face velocity of 0.5m/sec or 100fpm (feet per…
Rinse station makes for a safer lab
COLE-Parmer says its TerraSpray rinse station is a cost-effective choice for cleaning all types of vessels and carboys up to 200 litres. The station requires no electricity and simply connects directly to a laboratory’s water inlet and drainage. The compact…
Making the lab safety cabinet safer
CHEMICAL safety cabinets are a commonplace and sensible way to store hazardous materials in the laboratory, but can present their own safety challenges says Air Science. Its new Vent-Box ductless filtration system is designed to protect laboratory personnel from the…
Glove bag provides portable protection
AIR SCIENCE says its new Purair Flex provides more working volume in a portable glove bag than its competitors, thanks to its innovative curved design. The device also features a double O-ring design on the standard polyurethane cuffs, which enables…
Shields up! Lab protection against beta and gamma radiation
WITH the growing use of radioactive materials in many laboratories, the matter of radiological protection for lab personnel is taking on extra emphasis. Traditional metal enclosures – often made of lead – are certainly effective but present a small risk…