Enhancing Biomedical Research Safety: The Pivotal Role of Biological Safety Cabinets
In the rapidly advancing field of biomedical research, a myriad of experimental activities pave the way for significant medical advancements. Central to these activities is the biological safety cabinet (BSC) – an essential apparatus that ensures the integrity of research across various disciplines. These cabinets are not merely equipment; they are the vigilant guardians of […]
Biological-safety Cabinets: Choosing the right class
Bio-safety Cabinets are divided into three broad classes – called I, II and III – based, among other things, on the level of protection they provide. This article explores features and functionalities that are unique to each of the classes, highlighting the key differences between them. Class I The first class of BSCs offers the […]
Time to Upgrade: 7 Signs You Need a New Biosafety Cabinet
Biosafety cabinets, often referred to as Bio-hazardous safety cabinets or abbreviated to BSCs, don’t last forever. Also known as biological safety cabinets or microbiological safety cabinets, BSCs provide safe, enclosed spaces for working with contaminants. These essential features of laboratories can typically be used for 15-25 years, but they do suffer wear and tear, and […]