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Health and Safety Authorities
  • ASHRAE 110 and EN14175 tested at face velocities down to 0.3m/s (60fpm)
  • Built in sash-lock and creep-down system ensure operator safety
  • Optional Sentinel XL Airflow Monitor
Installation and Service Personnel
  • Robust tri-wall side pan construction
  • Factory-fitted service fixtures are pre-plumbed
  • Chain and sprocket sash
  • Wide range of field-installed accessories
Facility Owners
  • Can operate at 0.3m/s (60fpm) at 457mm (18") operating height
  • Energy savings of up to US$5,735 annually for each fume hood
Lab Personnel
  • Certified safety
  • Precisely-tuned aerodynamics
  • High sight line
  • Angle front
  • Excellent ergonomics

Energy-Efficient

  • Operates safely at 60fpm (0.3m/s) at 18" (457mm) or full open sash position while maintaining excellent ASHRAE and EN containment.
  • Energy savings of up to US$5,735 annually.
  Conventional Fume Hood Variable Air Volume (VAV) Fume Hood High Performance Low Flow Fume Hood
Working Principle 0.5m/s (100fpm) @ full open sash position 0.5m/s (100fpm) @ all sash positions with help of sophisticated control system 0.3m/s (60fpm) 457mm (18") sash opening using advanced aerodynamic designs
Initial cost Low High Medium
Running Cost Very High Low Low
Ease of installation, commissioning and maintenance Easy Difficult Easy
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