class iii bsc biological safety cabinets designed, engineered and manufactured by germfree
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Class III BSCBiological Safety Cabinets
Designed, engineered and manufactured by Germfree
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Germfree Profile• Germfree was founded in 1962. The first products were for the delivery and housing of
gnotobiotic animals (germfree research).
• Germfree systems have been purchased by more than 6,000 institutions and companies in the U.S. and 60 other countries worldwide. Our equipment has even gone into space.
Global availability:• Germfree is a major sponsor of professional associations such as the American
Biological Safety Association, the Asia-Pacific Biosafety Association, the European Biological Safety Association, the African Biosafety Association, Mexican Biosafety Association, International Federation of Biosafety Associations, Controlled Environmental Testing Association and the American Glovebox Society.
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SEA Glovebox• Standard unit –available for quick
ship out.
• All stainless steel construction• Ergonomic gloveport design• Available in two work area sizes:
• 1065mm (Two glove)• 1420mm (Three glove)
• Options include:• Active HEPA purge airlock• Exhaust blower• VHP readiness package• UPS back-up system• GRX glove/sleeve system
S.E.A. glovebox with stand, exhaust blower, and UPS- power back up
(Safe - Ergonomic – Affordable)
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Custom Class III BSC and Gloveboxes
• Custom engineered for specific application• Integration of special equipment• Special sizes• Biological and/or chemical applications
• All stainless steel construction• Chemical resistant coatings available
• Ergonomic gloveport design• Placement according to workflow
• Options include:• Removable end panel for inserting large
equipment• Opening front window• Active HEPA purge airlock• Stainless steel stand
• Adjustable feet or casters
• VHP readiness package• UPS back-up system• GRX glove/sleeve system
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Class III BSC designed for Mobile Laboratory Applications
• Class III BSC with triple door airlock
• Integrated VHP (Vapor Hydrogen Peroxide) gas decontamination system.
• Biological and chemical exhaust air filtration systems (ASZM-TEDA carbon filters)
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Class III BSC Environmental Test Chambers
• Specialized Class III BSC systems for that provide a controlled environment for testing the effectiveness of decontamination agents and procedures in a wide range of climatic conditions
Temperature and Humidity Control
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Class III BSC
Systems can be provided with additional provisions for enhanced biosecurity.(security bars for gloveports)
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Class III BSC for All Hazard Receipt Facilities
Germfree has designed and built specialized Class III glovebox systems for laboratories that are designed and equipped to receive unknown samples such as potential terrorist’s chemical and/or biological weapons. These laboratories are operated by the Department of Homeland Security, state and local Public Health Agencies, Police and Fire Departments, and military units of various countries.
California AHRF glovebox system in productionGlovebox on a cart for a State Public Health Lab
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Aerobiology LaboratoriesGermfree has designed and built specialized Class III BSC systems for leading research institutions, including USAMRIID, the Department of Homeland Security, the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases, Statens Serum Institut, Tulane University, and several Regional Biosafety Laboratories (RBLs) operating under the auspices of the National Institutes of Health.
University of Missouri Aerobiology Glovebox
US Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases
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Integrated Aerosol Exposure Systems
• Germfree has teamed with two leading designers of specialized aerosol exposure equipment to provide fully integrated aerosol exposure systems.
• These systems precisely control the challenge concentration and expose a number of subject animals simultaneously to provide uniform exposures for consistent results.
• All work is carried out in the safety of a Class III glovebox.
Fully integrated aerosol exposure system glovebox
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Integrated Aerosol Exposure Systems
• Exposure equipment integrated into the Glovebox reduces set-up time
• Systems designed for multiple species
• Gas or vapor phase generators can be integrated for simplified decontamination
Nose-Only Exposure System in Glovebox
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Animal Transport Class III BSC
• Transfer cart reduces human handling and therefore stress
• HEPA filtered airflow through the glovebox assures a comfortable environment while in transit
• Gloveports on the transfer cart allow for procedures and emergency intervention
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All Germfree Class III BSCs designed for Operator Comfort
• Improved ergonomic features reduce fatigue and stress, key causes of laboratory accidents
• Large, angled oval gloveports provide freedom of movement
• Gloveports placed in angled window improve visibility
• Mock ups provided when integrating specialized equipment
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Class III BSC Systems designed for Gas Decontamination
• Class III BSC designed for separate and/or combined gas decontamination of cabinet airlocks and filter housings. Additional isolation of carbon filters can be provided to allow for different decontamination agents.
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Integrated Containment Systems• Integrating multiple containment cabinets into a single system offers several
important safety and economic benefits:• Samples are passed between cabinets within containment• Direct passage of materials saves time and reduces packaging
Integrated Class II BSC, Class III BSC/Glovebox, and Class I BSC containment systems
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Integrated Containment Systems
• Double Door Autoclave integrated with a Class III BSC
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Integrated Pass-through Autoclave• Double door autoclave
manufactured by Germfree for stand alone and mobile lab applications
• Includes built-in steam generator
• Meets BSL-3 requirements
• 9 different programmable cycles with printer for verification of cycle time, temp and pressure
Pass-through double door autoclave
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Rapid Transfer Ports
The Rapid Transfer Port (RTP) system allows the rapid transfer of samples, tools, supplies or waste between primary containment systems.
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Class II BSC with 190mm RTP integration for sample transport from Class III BSC to Class II BSC.
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Rapid Containment Kits (RCK)A low cost solution for:• Additional containment space• Disposable containment for messy applications• Field laboratory
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Other Custom Equipment
• Germfree provides a complete line of custom Class II BSC and Laminar Flow products.
Pictured: Vertical Laminar Flow Class I. Div. 1 electrical (explosion proof)
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Compliant and Tested• Germfree Class III BSCs are engineered and
manufactured for service in the worlds most advanced BSL-3 and BSL-4 Laboratories.
• Germfree Class III BSCs will meet applicable global guidelines and standards.
• Germfree Class III BSCs undergo rigorous testing throughout the manufacturing process. Final testing is performed at the F.A.T. (Factory Acceptance Test) and after installation certification.
Germfree Labs, Inc. 11 Aviator Way
Ormond Beach, FL 32174 USAPhone: +1-386-265-4300