Indicative Testing, LLC
Cutting edge quality cannabis testing
INDUSTRY
Agricultural Testing and Research
LOCATION
Sanford, ME
PRODUCT
(1) HALO HEPA
(5) HALO Chemplus
Purchases in collaboration with Erlab Partner
Emerald Scientific-
(1) CaptairStore 834 V2
(1) CaptairBio 321 PCR
(1) Captair 714 (2C)
(1) Captair 483 (2C)
(1) Chemtrap H402 Midcap
PROCESS
This thriving analytical laboratory’s mission is to test products and provide reports to the marketplace that help define product quality
“ERLAB EQUIPMENT PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN SAFETY AND INDOOR AIR PURIFICATION
APPLICATION AREA:
Agricultural Testing and Research
Indicative Testing, LLC in Sanford, Maine is a newcomer to the cannabis safety testing lab industry, but the owners are a team of ‘Mainers’ with over 100 years of combined experience in quality assurance, analytical testing, and mechanical processes. As the vital need for both medicinal and recreational cannabis becomes a reality that is gaining prevalence in Maine, the need for ‘Safety Testing’ is crucial to maintain quality products and keep pace with demand.
THE CHALLENGE
This thriving analytical laboratory’s mission is to test products and provide reports to the marketplace that help define product quality. Their services assists Maine clients and their customers by testing for heavy metals, harmful molds, mycotoxins, pesticide residuals or solvents commonly used in both cultivation and processing. They are an important link in the chain but have no stake in cultivation, processing, or storefronts beyond providing the necessary testing.
At this time, there is a severe lack of testing available in the State of Maine with only a handful of laboratories. With the receipt of their conditional license their lab will be the premium option for clients looking to work with an experienced team
of professionals, state of the art facility, and world class equipment.
THE SOLUTION
The knowledgeable professionals behind the success of Indicative Testing recognized the advantage of going beyond industry compliance to offer the ultimate in laboratory air and research protection for the health and well being of their staff. To accomplish their goals they researched many filtration alternatives with quality being their priority. In addition to the criteria for purchasing they wanted air filtration that was flexible and easy to rearrange for future lab expansion and did not want the cost and downtime incurred with HVAC renovation.
The goal was to find filtration solutions that had a proven track record in
handling their specific chemical processes and a company that would take the time to consult with them to find the best solutions that would improve lab safety, and offer containment solutions for user and product protection. After consulting with the team at Erlab on the best ways to approach their labs safety, their selection included multiple HALO air filtration systems to handle particulates and general odors, Captair Fume Hoods for end-user protection, a PCR Bio workstation for sample protection and filtering storage cabinets.With a team of dedicated professionals Indicative is poised to lead the analytical testing industry in Maine and beyond, and Erlab’s chemical air filtration products will assist day to day with keeping their lab safe from harmful chemical emissions and general viable and non-viable particulate pollution, providing continuous protection during all the stages of their process.
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
When asked to share their opinion of Erlab’s chemical filtration
products the Indicative Testing staff expressed that their expectations were exceeded by on time delivery, valuable training, superior customer service, and first hand experience that Erlab filtration has successfully captured harmful fumes and performed as advertised in their laboratory.
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.
