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National Science Day: A Blueprint for Academic Laboratories

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posted on February 27, 2022April 30, 2022
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National Science Day India observes February 28 as National Science Day. On this very day, in 1928, Sir C.V. Raman, announced his discovery related to “the phenomenon of the scattering of light, as

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Tackling Common Fume Hood Working Issues

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posted on February 23, 2022April 30, 2022
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Any equipment could pose some issues during its working and the Fume Hood is not an exception. Let us discuss some common complaints related to the working of a fume hood and ways to resolve them.

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Fume Hood Installation Prerequisites

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posted on February 12, 2022April 30, 2022
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You have received a communication from the manufacturer that the ordered fume hood(s) is ready for dispatch. This is just about the time to take a look at the prerequisites for installation. Proper

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5 C’s of Choosing the Right Fume Hood

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posted on January 27, 2022April 30, 2022
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Routinely, scientists and researchers work in an environment that contains airborne chemical contaminants. The sources of these contaminants could be chemical powders, hazardous chemicals, odors,

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Important things to know about Fume Hood Airflow Monitor/Flow Indicator

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posted on January 10, 2022April 30, 2022
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A fume hood is essentially a safety device. It protects the user from hazardous airborne chemical contaminants. It is therefore important that fume hood performs this primary function without fail,

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Fume Hood Standard Sizes and Dimensions

While selecting a fume hood the most obvious parameter that needs attention is the size and overall dimensions. Lab space availability and features, Type(s) of intended experimentation, Equipment

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Fume Hood Airflow Requirements

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posted on December 29, 2021April 30, 2022
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A fume hood needs adequate airflow to remove, contain and safely discharge airborne chemical contaminants. The fume hood is essentially air handling equipment. It doesn’t work in isolation but

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Accessories Used to Enhance Fume Hood Safety

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posted on December 18, 2021April 30, 2022
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Fume Hood by itself keeps the user and the lab environment safe by reducing airborne contaminant hazards. However, there are additional accessories available to enhance the safety and convenience of

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The face velocity standards/ requirements for fume hoods

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posted on December 8, 2021April 30, 2022
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A fume hood works by drawing the air past the user, into the fume hood, fumes contained inside as the experiment is on-going, and exhausting the contaminated air safely outside the facility.

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Difference Between a Fume Hood and a Bio Safety Cabinet

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posted on November 28, 2021April 30, 2022
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In these challenging times that the world is facing, it is very important to know about the safety devices that we use in our laboratories. Fume Hoods and Bio Safety Cabinets are two such equipment