Bionics Advanced Filtration Systems Pvt. Ltd

Tri Nagar, Delhi

Many microbiological and cell culture laboratories require highly sterile working environment for performing research activities and laminar air flow cabinets are the best solution for them. Often called laminar air flow chambers or laminar air flow workstations, these cabinets are designed to keep contents of the work zone safe from particulates that are sensitive to such contamination.A laminar air flow cabinet maintains a unidirectional flow of HEPA-filtered air over the work area and protects the working environment from dust and other air-born particulates. The flow can be horizontal (parallel to the work surface) or vertical (from top to the work surface). Both the air flow types have their own significance in research. The question, where to use horizontal air flow cabinet or vertical air flow cabinet, this choice solely depends upon the requirements of applications.

Many microbiological and cell culture laboratories require highly sterile working environment for performing research activities and laminar air flow cabinets are the best solution for them. Often called laminar air flow chambers or laminar air flow workstations, these cabinets are designed to keep contents of the work zone safe from particulates that are sensitive to such contamination.A laminar air flow cabinet maintains a unidirectional flow of HEPA-filtered air over the work area and protects the working environment from dust and other air-born particulates. The flow can be horizontal (parallel to the work surface) or vertical (from top to the work surface). Both the air flow types have their own significance in research. The question, where to use horizontal air flow cabinet or vertical air flow cabinet, this choice solely depends upon the requirements of applications.

Many microbiological and cell culture laboratories require highly sterile working environment for performing research activities and laminar air flow cabinets are the best solution for them. Often called laminar air flow chambers or laminar air flow workstations, these cabinets are designed to keep contents of the work zone safe from particulates that are sensitive to such contamination.

A laminar air flow cabinet maintains a unidirectional flow of HEPA-filtered air over the work area and protects the working environment from dust and other air-born particulates. The flow can be horizontal (parallel to the work surface) or vertical (from top to the work surface). Both the air flow types have their own significance in research. The question, where to use horizontal air flow cabinet or vertical air flow cabinet, this choice solely depends upon the requirements of applications.

Vertical Vs Horizontal Laminar Flow

As mentioned above, in a horizontal air flow cabinet, filtered air blows across the work zone in horizontal direction; this constant flow of air provides material and product protection. Whereas, in a vertical laminar air flow cabinet, filtered air blows on the work zone and leaves through the holes in the base. As compared to horizontal type, vertical flow cabinet can provide greater operator protection. Furthermore, it is user preference that decides which type of laminar air flow cabinet should use.

Laminar Air Flow Cabinets by Bionics Scientific

Laminar Flow Cabinets by Bionics Scientific are a series of high efficiency clean room work benches designed to protect equipment and other contents of the work zone from particulates. These LAF cabinets are available in 5 standard sizes that can be further customized to meet unique requirements of our customers. These cabinets are well suited for cell culture and microbiological applications that require class 100 air quality.

Our LAF cabinets are modern in design and features certified quality construction; with options and accessories these prove to be most efficient laminar air flow cabinets available on the Indian market today. Our in-house manufacturing and fabrication facilities provide benefit of any kind of customization that our customers may need. In addition to cover all Indian market, these systems are also exported worldwide. To know price list and other important details, please email us your query and our sales team will coordinate with you till you get 100% satisfaction.

Laboratory Fume Hood Stations by Bionics Scientific are available in various sizes and dimensions to meet specific requirements of your research. These fume hoods have a choice of vertical or horizontal sliding sash and MS or stainless steel construction. The standard sizes of our fume hoods are available in most demanded requirements (4ft, 5 ft, 6 ft & 8 ft). Often known as chemical fume hood, these systems also dilute effect on flammable gases and vapors. Our product range includes general purpose fume hoods, ductless fume hoods, and mobile units; designed with number of optional features and specifications required to meet critical challenges in laboratory research areas worldwide.

Class 2 Biosafety Cabinets are designed to provide protection to operator, environment and materials inside the workspace. These Class II BSCs are utilized for containing low-to-moderate risk biohazardous materials. These cabinets have downward airflow and HEPA filters that re-circulate air providing required level of protection from microorganisms and aerosols. As these cabinets are extensively used in drug preparation, chemotherapy preparation, clinical research, medical and pharmaceutical sectors, life science and industrial laboratories etc. it must follow relevant application specific standards.

Different Names Same Purpose

A Biosafety cabinet is called by several names in research industry; microbiological safety cabinet, biological safety cabinet (Acronym: BSC) and Biosafety hood are such common names which are referred by microbiologists.

Types of Class 2 Biosafety Cabinet

In order to meet varying research and clinical needs, Class II Biosafety Cabinets are designed mostly in 3 types i.e. Type A2, Type B1, and Type B2. Regardless of type, each cabinet provides the same level of protection. According to international sanitation standards, there are exactly same pass and fail criteria for all of them.

Now how do we differentiate each Class 2 Biosafety Cabinet? Each cabinet is differentiated by a number of factors some of them are amount of air re-circulation, air ventilation and negative and positive pressure. Before buying a cabinet a user must know the basic differences between these 3 types of Biosafety cabinets which are explains below:

Biosafety Cabinet Class 2 Type A2:In this type of Class II BSC, approximately 70% of the HEPA filtered air is circulated through the cabinet, while 30% passes through an exhaust HEPA filter and is discharged.

Biosafety Cabinet Class 2 Type B1:This Class II BSC, exhausts 60% - 70% of the HEPA filtered air, while 30% - 40% air is re-circulated inside workspace through HEPA filter.

Biosafety Cabinet Class 2 Type B2:It is total exhaust type BSC, no re-circulation inside workspace; blower exhausts 100% of the filtered air.

Biosafety Cabinet Maintenance

In order to take optimum use of a Biosafety cabinet and maintain operational integrity, proper maintenance is essential. A Biosafety operator must follow routine cleaning and inspection schedule. As chemicals are extensively used in these cabinets, filter saturation should be checked regularly, if need replace it immediately. Other minor check-ups should be done on regular basis such as air flow, surface cleaning, motor, and lighting and electrical switches etc.

Customized Class II Biological Safety Cabinets

Bionics Scientific is India's leading Biosafety cabinet company, which manufactures and supplies most reliable, durable and energy efficient Biosafety cabinets following European Standard EN12469 and NSF Standards. These cabinets provide higher level of protection to operator, environment and samples. Our Class 2 Biosafety Cabinets are available in 4 different sizes (3ft, 4ft, 5ft and 6 ft), designed as ducted or recirculating type and offer unique safety features. There are various design options and accessories available in order to make a cabinet adaptable to almost every application. Each cabinet is factory tested and delivers full value of your money, while remaining reasonable in price.