HEPA Filter Integrity: Maintain Filter Quality and Integrity
Your air filtration system is designed to protect you, the environment, and/or the work surface from contamination. Whether you choose ductless or ducted air filtration methods, the key components maintaining contaminant and particulate protection are the air filters that you choose for your application. Air filters exist for nearly every application and can use a […]
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Made in America is not just what we manufacture. It’s also what we know. Meet our consultative sales team, left to right: Matt Knaub, Devon Kramer, Duane Parsons and Jared Shouts. The next time you call us you can match the name with the face. And, of course, we look forward to meeting you at trade […]
Controlling Contamination During PCR Amplification: Preparation Best Practices
PCR amplification is extremely sensitive to contamination which can inaccurately skew your results. This can be frustrating and confusing, especially if you know the primers and template are correct, and have the exact length of the expected amplicons. Contamination in the reagents from the template, genomic DNA, or amplicons from previous reactions can result in […]
Introducing the New Purair Basic
The Purair® Basic has been updated to create one of the world’s most energy efficient ductless fume hoods. Purair Basic ductless fume hoods are designed to protect the user and the environment from hazardous vapors generated on the work surface. What’s New: High efficiency ebm-papst EC blower. Energy-saving LED lighting. Easy exchange, leakproof filter clamps […]
The Evolution of Ductless Fume Hoods
Fume hoods can be categorized into two main types – ducted and ductless. A ducted fume hood is a ventilated enclosure typically designed to limit exposure to fumes and vapors (either hazardous or non-hazardous) as well as dust or particulates, depending on model. Fume hoods can be designed to protect the operator, the work surface, […]
Single vs. Dual Blower Comparison in the Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinets
To be designated as a Class II, Type A2 biological safety cabinet (BSC) the cabinet must meet the minimum airflow standards for face velocity, downflow and exhaust through the HEPA filter. A single blower motor offers significant operating and acquisition cost savings over a dual blower system. Is a dual blower system better than a […]
Added Protection During Mail Screening
The Purair® SafeSEARCH uses ductless carbon and/or HEPA filtration technology to capture hazardous drugs, chemical vapors or biologicals that may be encountered during routine package processing. SafeSEARCH installs easily and requires no additional facility ductwork. SafeSEARCH is specifically designed to protect technicians, public service workers, and at-risk employees from drug particles. Benefits at a Glance: […]
Defend Against Narcotics During Package Screenings
The recent reports of suspected packages highlight significant security issues inherent to shipping and delivery channels. People depend on postal services through the USPS and other services year-round. The fact is, there are many ways criminals can disguise the shipment of dangerous substances in standard packaging. In addition to the risks of shipped biological and […]
Introducing the New Purair BIO
Air Science introduces the new Purair® BIO to the market. The Class II Type A2 biosafety cabinet (BSC) has been redesigned with simplicity and user comfort. Constructed without costly, complex microprocessor controls, the Purair BIO offers assures easy operation with low energy consumption. Engineered for safety, the Purair BIO is available 4 standard sizes in […]
Which is Better – Horizontal or Vertical Laminar Flow Clean Benches?
Whether horizontal or vertical, laminar flow cabinets provide unidirectional airflow that sweeps particulates out of the enclosure. Both types are designed to prevent stagnant air or dead zones that cause particle buildup as well as turbulent, violent, or erratic airflow that creates swirls or unpredictable particulate movement across the work surface and leads to possible […]