The Circulaire® Chemical Storage Cabinets offer a reliable and secure solution for safely storing chemicals. Even when specimens are sealed in containers, they can still emit potentially hazardous fumes, making proper storage essential. These units feature activated carbon filtration, two lockable smoked acrylic doors for enhanced security and are equipped with a flexible, multi-positional shelving system to accommodate various container sizes and storage needs.
Product Description.
Circulaire® Recirculating Chemical Storage Cabinets offer a secure and efficient solution for storing hazardous chemicals such as formalin, formaldehyde, and peracetic acid, particularly in pathology laboratories and mortuary environments.
Despite being sealed, specimens can emit potentially harmful fumes; these cabinets are designed to mitigate such risks.
The cabinets utilise a recirculating technology system to prevent the accumulation of hazardous fumes. Air is continuously drawn over the storage area and through an activated carbon filter located at the top of the cabinet. This filter effectively removes harmful vapours before recirculating the purified air back into the room, ensuring a safe environment for laboratory personnel.
The cabinets are equipped with an airflow monitoring system that provides both audible and visual alerts if airflow falls below optimal levels, ensuring consistent performance and safety.
- Stainless Steel Spillage Tray
Solution
Our Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinets keep your team safe while handling potentially hazardous materials.
Independently type tested and approved to BS EN 12469 : 2000 by the UK’s leading authority on BioSafety Cabinets, the Health Protection Agency at Porton Down.
Manufactured to the highest quality standards, our state-of-the-art biosafety solution is equipped with H14 HEPA Filters to create an ISO Class 5 Clean Environment and features an intuitive control system, energy-efficient LED lighting, controlled airflow and UV sterilisation functionality.
Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinets are suitable for work with microbiological agents assigned to Biosafety Levels 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Operation
The Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinet utilises a combination of inflow and downflow air to create a sterile work environment. Air passes through HEPA filters before entering the work area, protecting samples and operators from airborne contaminants. Exhaust air is filtered again before release, maintaining a safe laboratory environment.
Type A2
In a Recirculating Type A2 MSC air is drawn in through the front aperture, providing operator protection. The inflow air mixes with the downflow air as it enters the front intake grille and passes through the plenum where the air is split into exhaust systems.
- 70% of the air is recycled and pushed back into the Work Area through the downflow HEPA Filtration, providing product protection.
- 30% is returned through the Exhaust Air HEPA Filter back into the laboratory environment.
Type C1
A Type C1 MSC utilises the same airflow pattern as a Type A2. The addition of an Anti-Blowback Valve directs 30% Exhaust Air through an External Duct System.
Carbon Exhaust System
If chemicals are used a Carbon Filtered Exhaust system may be installed after or as part of the Exhaust HEPA Filter, making a Type A2 Cabinet suitable for the handling of hazardous chemicals.
Applications
- Microbiology: Handling of cultures and specimens.
- Pharmaceutical Research: Safe manipulation of hazardous drugs.
- Clinical Testing: Containment of infectious agents.
- Biomedical Laboratories: Protection during cell culture work.
Options
- Base Stand | with Lockable Castors | with Vented Under Cupboard
- Spillage Tray | Polypropylene | 316 Stainless Steel
- Rear Stainless Steel Scaffolding System
- Services | Water | Gas
- Cable Entry Points
- Double Electrical Sockets
- Enclosure | Stainless Steel | Polypropylene | PVC
Technical Specification.
| FCS 600 L | FCS 600 | FCS 1200 L | FCS 1200 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Dims (W x D x H) | 600mm x 500mm x 1234mm | 600mm x 500mm x 2154mm | 1200mm x 500mm x 1234mm | 1200mm x 500mm x 2154mm |
| Internal Dims (W x D x H) | 557mm x 480mm x 930mm | 557mm x 480mm x 930mm | 1157mm x 480mm x 930mm | 1157mm x 480mm x 930mm |
| Airflow | 200m3/hr | 350m3/hr | ||
| Primary Filter | Large Capacity Activated Carbon | |||
| Sound Level | circa. 53db(A) | |||
| Power Consumption | 300 watts | 500 watts | ||
Features & Benefits.
Activated Carbon Filteration
Activated carbon filters effectively remove chemical fumes before recirculating the air back into the workspace.
Lockable Safety Doors
Equipped with lockable smoked acrylic doors, enhancing security to authorized personnel only.
Recirculating Technology
The cabinets utilise recirculating technology, eliminating the need for external ducting.
Airflow Monitoring with Alarms
The system continuously monitors airflow and alerts users with audible and visual alarms if airflow falls below optimal levels.
Adjustable Shelving System
The multi-positional shelving system allows for flexible storage configurations.
Reduced Chemical Hazard Risk
Continuous ventilation prevents the accumulation of hazardous fumes, ensuring a safer environment for users.
