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The Effectiveness of HEPA filters on DNA

Abstract Most laboratory techniques utilize biosafety cabinets (BSCs) in order to provide contamination control of the experiments. BSCs depend on airflow and HEPA filters to remove contaminants from the environment. Aerosols may be created constantly by common lab practices, such as centrifugation, pipetting, and opening tubes. HEPA filters are very effective at removing various sized ...

Oct. 1, 2017

By The Baker Company

The Effectiveness of HEPA Filters on DNA-Poster

Abstract Objectives: Most laboratory techniques utilize biosafety cabinets (BSCs) in order to provide contamination control of the experiments. BSCs depend on airflow and HEPA filters to remove aerosols and particulates from the environment. Aerosols may be created constantly by common lab practices, such as centrifugation, pipetting, and opening tubes. The main principals of HEPA filtration ...

Oct. 16, 2017

By The Baker Company

Hepa this Hepa that, is there such thing as a true Hepa vacuum?

We all see it, the big Hepa sticker on the side so we automatically believe the vacuum must be a Hepa rated vacuum, right? - Sorry the chances are the Vacuum would never pass a Certified D.O.P test. Just because a vacuum has a Hepa filter doesn't make it a Hepa vacuum, many factors have to be taken into account such as: The Hepa Filter needs to be sized according to the airflow that the impeller ...

Sep. 1, 2012

By Hypervac Technologies

All About Anti Bacterial Best Steam Cleaners

The rather grandiose name, anti bacterial best steam cleaners, provides most of the information about these machines. These are the best steam cleaning machines that sanitize the surface in addition to cleaning it. Why Choose Anti Bacterial Machines? Floor steamers clean the hard surfaces by their high temperature output. The temperature can reach up to 386ºF. Many species of harmful ...

Feb. 5, 2013

By Daimer Industries Inc.

Fighting against MERS in Saudi Arabian central hospitals - Case Study

Damman Central Hospital Located in Dammam, Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia A Government hospital, under Ministry of Health KSA Number of beds: 451 Challenge When the MERS epidemic struck Saudi Arabia, hospitals were not ready for the amount of patients that desperately needed isolation rooms. That was not the only challenge they were facing. In addition, existing isolation rooms ...

Mar. 11, 2021

By Genano Solutions Oy

Cycle Parameters for Decontaminating a Biological Safety Cabinet Using H2O2 Vapor

Abstract Several studies have shown that hydrogen peroxide vapor (H2O2) can be useful in decontaminating HEPA filters, isolation chambers and centrifuge enclosures.13 However, before hydrogen peroxide can be used reliably in a biological safety cabinet (BSC), it is essential to establish the cycle parameters which allow full decontamination, and which minimize overall cycle time. This paper ...

Jan. 1, 1993

By The Baker Company

TopAir`s Laminar Bench

TopAir is the flagship brand of Statitech Ltd., a leading manufacturer of cleanroom products since 1999. One of TopAir’s premier product lines includes the laminar bench. The laminar bench is a combination stainless steel worktop that provides a smooth, clean surface and an overhead airflow/filter system that removes unacceptable particles from the air before they reach the work area. ...

Oct. 17, 2012

By TopAir Systems

How HEPA Filter Make Steam Cleaners Best?

A HEPA filter, by definition, is an air filter that removes particles larger than 0.3 micrometers from air. This filter eliminates 99.9 percent of minute particles from the air and helps keep the indoors clean. The best steam cleaner for commercial use often has a HEPA filter. A HEPA filter removes dust, allergens, and other harmful particles, and keeps indoor areas clean and healthy. The best ...

Sep. 10, 2012

By Daimer Industries Inc.

MistEliminator removes oil mist effectively

The challenge Bulten, situated in Sweden is a manufacturing facility. They use cold forming machines to manufacture fasteners, like screws, bolts, valves, etc. Bulten uses metalworking fluids to cool down the products themselves, and to ensure that the machinery and tools do not get rusty. During this metalworking process oil mist arises. These cold forming processes take place in closed and ...

Aug. 28, 2012

By Plymovent Group BV

Decontamination of a HEPA Filter Using Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor

Abstract In the past, the life science and research community has decontaminated laboratories and lab equipment with highly toxic and carcinogenic chemicals such as formaldehyde and ethylene oxide. Since the EPA approved the use of hydrogen peroxide vapor (H2O2)for use in decontamination, the compound has become increasingly popular because it decomposes to oxygen and water, which are benign ...

Jan. 1, 1993

By The Baker Company

Destroy viruses with advanced technology to achieve clean indoor air

The spread of COVID-19 has facilities managers around the globe concerned about the risk of airborne contaminants. According to the (Centers) Center for Disease Control, the virus can spread through respiratory droplets that travel through the air. These respiratory droplets can land on others and even be inhaled into the lungs. Reports of the virus spreading through a standard HVAC system are ...

May 19, 2020

By ProMark Associates, Inc.

Industrial dust collection for Graphite and Carbide grinding - Case study

A Canadian manufacturer of analytical instrumentation chose Tri-flow industrial dust collection for its carbide and graphite grinding operations. This Tri-Flow unit uses PTFE filter cartridges, which provide collection efficiencies of 99.999% and higher at 0.5 micron. Other media options are detailed here: Tri-Flow Filter Elements Tri-Flow is ideally suited to the efficient collection of ...

Jun. 1, 2019

By Tri-Mer Air Pollution Control Systems

Car Washer Machine for Cleaning Vehicle Interiors

Vehicle interiors should be cleaned only with the best-quality car wash equipment. You would keep facing problems, such as frequent equipment malfunction and low productivity, with low-quality equipment. When purchasing car wash equipment, make sure that the machine is designed for commercial applications. Commercial car wash equipment offer the following benefits: Cleaning windows and ...

Aug. 10, 2012

By Daimer Industries Inc.

Cartridge dust collector for Sandblasting - Case study

A company specializing in onsite sandblasting chose a Tri-flow cartridge dust collector for its high efficiency (99.99%+) on particles that range from submicron to 5+ microns. Tri-Flow units are mounted on semi-trailers and taken to sites where bridge repair and other infrastructure programs are underway. The three 4000 cfm Tri-Flow units each use Tri-Max PTFE filter cartridges, which ...

Jun. 1, 2019

By Tri-Mer Air Pollution Control Systems

Hard Surface Furniture Cleaners: Eliminating Grime And Allergens

Hard surface furniture cleaners are the foremost tool for maintaining cleanliness in commercial areas, such as movie theaters, conference halls, hotels, spas, schools, libraries, and similar locations. These machines are used for cleaning wood, metal, vinyl, and other types of hard surface furniture. You need upholstery cleaners to clean entire carpets, seat fabric, and similar material. Hard ...

Jan. 7, 2013

By Daimer Industries Inc.

TopAir’s Clean bench

The clean bench is a mainstay of TopAir’s superior line of cleanroom equipment for all requirements of the biomedical, electronic, semi-conductor and defense industries. TopAir is the flagship brand of Statitech Ltd., a leading provider of cleanroom furniture and accessories since 1999. Besides the clean bench, TopAir’s premium line includes fume hoods, desiccators, weighing stations ...

Oct. 17, 2012

By TopAir Systems

Biological Safety Canopy Exhaust Connection Saves Energy and Improves Overall Safety Performance

Abstract With environmental resources becoming more and more limited and energy costs on the rise, reducing energy consumption is an important consideration for every laboratory. It is especially important in light of an analysis published by the US Environmental Protection Agency concluded that laboratories consume five to 10 times more energy per square foot than typical office buildings.1 As ...

Jan. 1, 2012

By The Baker Company

How To Make Best Use Of Steam Cleaners For Blinds Cleaning?

A number of people use steam cleaners for blinds cleaning on a regular basis. Blinds, irrespective of the type of material they are made of, tend to attract dirt. The accumulated dust deposits are mostly invisible and erupt only when the blinds are shaken forcefully. Need for blinds cleaning Regular exposure to dust can cause many lung-related problems. Asthma and allergic patients should never ...

Nov. 5, 2012

By Daimer Industries Inc.

Chlorine Dioxide Gas Decontamination of Exhaust HEPA Filter Units

Abstract The Mini Chlorine Dioxide System (MCS) utilizing Chlorine Dioxide Gas (CD) is a more efficient and safer method of decontaminating Exhaust HEPA Filter Units. In the past, the Formaldehyde method was cumbersome , time consuming and frequently ineffective. With formaldehyde, a human suspect carcinogen, one would possibly have to build enclosures and/or use booster fans, as well as wait for ...

May 18, 2021

By DRS Laboratories, Inc.

Dust control for Food dehydrating - Case study

A manufacturer of freeze-dried fruit and herb products chose Tri-flow dry dust control for their packaging operations. The Tri-Flow units are each 3600 cfm, and, because powders are volatile, are provided with explosion venting and other custom features. The 4000 cfm Tri-Flow units each use MERV 15 Tri-Plus filter cartridges that provide 99.99%+ dust control for particles .5 microns and ...

Jun. 1, 2019

By Tri-Mer Air Pollution Control Systems