Therapeutics Company
Focusing on Neuroscience Diseases
INDUSTRY
Neuroscience Disease Research
LOCATION
Cambridge, MA
PRODUCT
(4) Custom designed 483 enclosure for Rotovaps
(2) Captair 481 Powder Weighing Stations
(2) CaptairStore 1634 Chemical Storage Cabinets
(1) CaptairStore 822 Chemical Storage Cabinet
(1) CaptairStore 834 Chemical Storage Cabinet
PROCESS
Their research includes unraveling the challenges of the brain for people living under the cloud of neurological issues such as Epilepsy, Stroke, ALS, Alzheimer’s, Acute Anxiety, and Parkinson’s diseases to name a few.
“ERLAB EQUIPMENT PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN SAFETY AND INDOOR AIR PURIFICATION
APPLICATION AREA:
Reasearch concerning diseases of the brain.
This leading-edge center for research and experimentation is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their current research includes unraveling the challenges of the brain for people living under the cloud of neurological issues such as Epilepsy, Stroke, ALS, Alzheimer’s, Acute Anxiety, and Parkinson’s diseases to name a few.
Experts in their fields, they have altruistically chosen to focus their research on under-served communities.
THE CHALLENGE
The chemist who contacted Erlab was affable and agreed to answer our survey questions in regards to their recent purchases. As noted in the survey, their number one reason for researching lab equipment was to find a solution that would protect the health and well-being of their staff. Other important concerns voiced were hazards associated with poor indoor contaminated air, toxic fumes, and possible viral transmission among staff. In addition this lab is located in a congested city with a high level of outdoor pollution. A complete, compatible array of lab equipment was needed. Only Erlab brand models were considered by this lab as they had previous user experience and were completely satisfied with the safety measures and their project outcomes.
THE SOLUTION
In keeping with their current and anticipated growth, their lab chemist shared that this startup had recently built new lab space. He mentioned they already had ducted fume hoods but his wish list included custom rotovap enclosures that utilized Erlab’s proprietary filters. The chemist had worked for a similar company for 18 years prior to his current position and he remembered how well the Erlab equipment performed and it’s ease of use. On the request list were custom rotovap enclosures, stand-alone chemical storage, and powder weighing stations. Erlab’s safety product specialist visited their lab to access the space available and determine the best placement of the equipment for staff project work, comfort, and efficiency.
Filtering Fume Hoods
Safer to operate
• The configurable filtering system above the enclosure can be adapted to filter gases, solvents, powders and particulates
keeping the user and the lab protected by safely and efficiently recirculating air within the room and releasing purified air
back into the room free of any toxic hazardous vapors or odors.
• Meets AFNOR NFX 15 211/ANSI Z9.5-2012 filtration efficiency standard (classes 1 and 2).
• New sensors are added for detection of solvents or acids or formaldehyde.
• New electronic anemometer monitors face velocity.
• ESP Program: Usage certification delivered with each unit after approval of your handlings or process by our in-house lab.
Captair 1634 Chemical Storage Cabinet
Safer to operate
– Exclusive Erlab filtration technology
– Filtration performances tested in accordance with AFNOR NF X 15 211
– Secured storage
– Filtration failure sensors for solvents, acids or formaldehyde
– Erlab Safety Program: be guided for the right choice of your secured storage solutions
Simpler to use with Smart-LightTM
With Smart-Light, you can easily see that the hood is operating safely.
Should the light pulse, you are notified that:
– Containment has been compromised or,
– The filter has breakthrough or,
– There is a fan failure
Flexibility
– 2 possible configurations:
Double doors and shelves
Pull-out doors with storage trays
Savings
– No ductwork needed
– Low annual energy cost
– Low replacement filter cost Environment
– Pollutants filtered at the source
Captair 483 Weighing Station
Safer to operate
– Erlab’s advanced carbon filtration technology and/or HEPA/ULPA accommodates your specific needs
– Meets AFNOR NF X 15 211/ANSI Z9.5-2012 filtration efficiency standard (class 1 and 2)
– Sensors that detect filter breakthrough of solvents, acids or formaldehyde
– Safety back up filter in case of main filter saturation
– Continuous monitoring of Air face velocity
– Erlab Safety Program: application analysis and validation, usage certification, filter change reminders
Simpler to use
With Smart Technology, you can easily see that the hood is operating safely. Should the light pulse you are
notified that:
– Containment has been compromised or,
– The filter has breakthrough or,
– There is a Fan failure
Flexibility
– The configurable filtration column will accommodate application changes
– No ductwork needed. This allows you to move the hood anywhere.
Savings
– No ductwork cost
– Annual energy costs decreases significantly
– Energy savings outweigh filter replacement costs.
Environment
– No dangerous chemical released into the
atmosphere
– Low energy consumption
THE RESULT
The chemist made a point to say that ‘while price is always a consideration, equally important is a brand’s reputation’, in this case for Erlab high quality filtration, above standard equipment and service capabilities. Being able to custom make a fume hood to fit their needs along with the level of support and personal service before, during, and after the sale is one of the benefits that make Erlab stand out as the best in their industry.
When asked what benefits their lab hopes to gain from purchasing equipment from Erlab, the chemist was quick to offer:
“The benefit is assured safety and compliance within our laboratory work environment.”
ABOUT ERLAB
We provide safety, we protect your health
Erlab invented the ductless fume hood in 1968. With more than 50 years of experience in the field of chemical filtration and protection of laboratory personnel; we know the formula for safety. With Erlab, you will never have to wonder or worry if our products are safe. Our process includes 5 ingredients for all of our products, and without all of them, your health and safety will be compromised.
ERLAB R&D LABORATORY
The engineers and chemists in our state-of-the-art R&D laboratory understand molecular filtration. We are committed to designing products that are safe and of the highest quality, strive to improve our products, and continuously develop new products that provide greater protection in the laboratory.
STRICT SAFETY STANDARDS
We hold ourselves to the highest standard and adhere to the strict AFNOR NF X 15-211: 2009 filtration safety standard as endorsed by ANSI Z9.5-2012.
A PUBLISHED CHEMICAL LISTING
It all begins here. Without this listing, we are not compliant with AFNOR NFX 15-211. Our in-house laboratory tests, as well as independent testing, to verify the retention capacity of over 700 chemicals for our filters.
INDEPENDENT TESTING
Erlab filters have been independently tested multiple times at various concentrations guaranteeing that our safety solutions all adhere to the strict performance criteria of theAFNOR NF X 15-211:2009 standard assuring that the emission concentration at the filter exhaust will always be lower than 1% of the TLV.
APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE (VALIQUEST)
Our laboratory specialists will recommend the appropriate filtration fume hood, type of filter, and personalized advice.
CERTIFICATE OF VALIDATION FOR THE CHEMICALS USED IN THE HOOD
A certified PhD chemist issues a Certificate of Validation with a list of the chemicals approved for use in the hood.
Our Safety Program
We back up our products 100%. This program includes your specialized chemical evaluation, validation of your hood upon installation, and a filtration safety specialist at your service to ensure that your hood is operating to its full potential.
