Laboratory workstations need to have furniture that can handle the harsh chemicals in the laboratory. This ensures that work is done efficiently and reduces the levels of dangerous encounters. There are some factors to consider while setting up a laboratory workstation. Here is a list.[Read More]
Archives for February 2018
Here’s a Tip for a More Functional Drawing Workspace
If you are looking for ways to improve the functionality of your drawing work space, consider adding an inspection light table to your furniture selection. This table presents the advantage of a fully illuminated surface area, brightly lit from lights within the table to illuminate even the smallest details on the drawing. In addition to increasing the functionality of the work space, including this type of drawing table also reduces the need for additional lighting in the work space, creating a multi-functional dynamic that not only saves valuable space, but is sophisticated and effective for producing top quality drawings and artistic creations. [Read More]
Working Principle and Uses of Fume Hoods and Flow Hoods
A laboratory is a building where experiments are conducted. There are many kinds of laboratories, and each type is used for performing a particular type of tests. The two major types are the chemistry lab and biology labs. These chemistry labs involve experiments that use toxic substances and thus care should be taken during the performance to prevent accidents. In a biology lab, most tests aren’t as toxic as in chemistry labs. However, care should also be taken to avoid wastefulness and ensure that the safety of the user is assured.
A laboratory fume hood is an enclosure that is built inside a chemistry lab for conducting experiments that release toxic chemicals. A fume hood is also used to store volatile compounds that can be harmful to the environment. A laminar flow hood, on the other hand, is also an enclosure built mostly in a biological lab for conducting of experiments that involve delicate microorganisms. It is used to create a sterile environment for doing biological experiments. It is also called a biosafety cabinet.[Read More]