Introducing Air Science® Products to Protect the Animal Research Lab
After years of research and development of high-efficiency ductless fume hoods, Air Science introduces a new series of products engineered to meet the needs of the animal research laboratory. Highlighting the new product line is the Purair® CAGEX™ Ductless Fume Hood for animal cage changing, featuring high level, energy efficient performance at an affordable price. […]
UV in the Decontamination Spotlight
The ongoing COVID-19 outbreak has severely stressed the worldwide healthcare system and created dangerous shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) including N-95 masks. The pandemic has also brought new attention to ultraviolet (UV) light and its measures to safeguard equipment and PPE protection against COVID-19 contamination. In support of global operations in the midst of […]
Improve your Laboratory Indoor Air Quality with Purair® SKY
Purair SKY ceiling mounted air filtration units are designed to protect laboratory personnel and the environment from fumes in areas where hazardous substances are handled. These adaptable filtration units minimize the cost and environmental impact of external ducting. Designed for energy efficiency and continuous operation, SKY units can be networked in versatile ceiling mounted, hanging […]
United Kingdom Air Ambulance Service Chooses Air Science UV-Box to Help Protect from COVID-19 Contamination
In support of global operations in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Air Science is helping first responding agencies who are continually concerned with the health and safety of their personnel. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and as more attention is focused on equipment and PPE protection, the Cornwall Air Ambulance service based […]
Dangers of Using Inferior Carbon Filters
A ductless fume hood is a self-contained laboratory enclosure that passes contaminated air through filters before returning the air directly back to the laboratory. Ductless fume hoods are not connected to an exhaust system, so they rely upon activated carbon filters to remove hazardous fumes and vapors resulting from chemicals used on the work surface […]
Which Biosafety Cabinet Do I Need?
Biosafety cabinets (BSCs) are enclosed, ventilated workstations designed to provide protection from pathogens in the laboratory. To choose the correct BSC, an assessment must be made of the applications involved and the associated risks. Considerations include the biological safety level (BSL) of the pathogen and the protection level required. Biological hazards and chemical hazards are […]
Versatility, Efficiency and Safety: Portable and Benchtop Fume Cupboards
Through years of research and development, Air Science has established a complete series of high-efficiency ductless fume hoods, including specialized units to address difficult and unique problems faced by laboratories, such as space and portability issues. From portable fume hoods and workstations mounted on heavy duty transfer carts sized to fit through standard doorways for […]
Air Science UV-Box Battles COVID-19 Contamination for UK Air Ambulance Service
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, first responding agencies are continually concerned with the health and safety of their personnel as it pertains to equipment and PPE contamination. Cornwall Air Ambulance, based in Cornwall, UK is combatting this issue through the use of the Air Science UV-Box. Cornwall Air Ambulance is one of several […]
Air Science Ductless Fume Hoods: Versatility and Efficiency
Through years of research and development, Air Science has established a complete series of high-efficiency ductless fume hoods, including units to address difficult and unique problems faced by laboratories, such as space and portability issues. From portable fume hoods and workstations mounted on heavy duty transfer carts sized to fit through standard doorways for easy […]
How To Safely Store Chemicals
The typical laboratory landscape comes replete with an array of chemicals ranging from mildly to highly toxic. Unfortunately, many laboratories exhibit inappropriate storage of hazardous and toxic chemicals. Improper chemical storage can result in inaccurate laboratory results, danger for lab personnel and environmental hazards. Guidelines for Chemical Storage Make sure your laboratory environment is safe […]