When do you need Laboratory Fume Hoods?

 

When dealing with highly communicable lab samples that demand ventilated enclosure laboratory fume hoods is the most useful equipment. It separates sensitive contaminated samples with a different ventilation and air conditioning system not related to the building’s HVAC system preventing the recirculation of the air back into the building.

When you are working on toxic compounds and compounds with a boiling point below 120 degrees Celsius, laboratory fume hoods are a must. These are effective local ventilation equipment that controls exposure to materials through enclosed lab conditions.

Fume food controls include 

Constant air volume (CAV)

Variable air volume (VAV)

Two state (two speed) control

In the older versions of fume hoods, fume cupboards can still be found.

Fume hoods are grouped into two categories.

The first category belongs to the low standard flow fume food that is designed to operate at 100 linear feet per minute. These maintain an 18 inches sash height.

What should you know when using a fume hood?

There is a possibility of exposure and air contaminants generated by laboratory activity. In such a situation a fume hood rather than a benchtop is more reliable in avoiding any sort of overexposure and keeping your surroundings guarded against highly sensitive materials avoiding room contamination. When there is a requirement for service or repair, lab researchers and personnel should supervise the decontamination of the fuel food and ensure that the ventilation system is shut down. When the room ventilation system is shut down, the fume food must not be used.

What needs to be kept in mind when installing and replacing fume hoods?

When installing a fume hood, you need to follow a design and planning which includes, decontamination, asbestos abatement, and many such pre-installation activities that make the installation process safe and effective. You may need the help of a technician from the company to assist you with the installation of the hood system. When purchasing your hood from iGeneLabserve, https://www.igenels.com/ you will find complete assistance from the team to install your equipment. Connect today.