Improving Indoor Air Quality in Food Processing Facilities

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  In the food processing industry, monitoring indoor air quality (IAQ) plays a vital role in helping to prevent food contamination and preserving employee health. Poor indoor air quality in food processing or production facilities can lead to foodborne illnesses for consumers and occupational asthma for workers. Food processing facilities can benefit from improving indoor… Learn More

Compounding Allergenic Extracts Safely with USP 797 Guidelines

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  Allergy and ENT practices must follow USP 797 when mixing patient-specific allergen extracts for subcutaneous immunotherapy (ACAAI 2023). Section 21 of USP 797 details the requirements for allergen extract compounding to reduce the chance of contamination and protect the patient’s overall health. Requirements apply for mixing allergen extracts for allergy testing and regular immunotherapy…. Learn More

Deluxe Ductless Fume Hood (DCH2) Now UL-Certified

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  Sentry Air’s Deluxe Ductless Fume Hood aka DCH2 is now a UL-certified product. The DCH2 – Ductless Fume Hood Gen II underwent stringent testing by UL to ensure operator safety and product functionality. Who is UL? UL, Underwriters Laboratories, is a widely known non-profit organization that offers testing, inspection, and certification services to companies… Learn More

Portable Clean Rooms – Generation II – New Line from Sentry Air

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Introducing Portable Clean Rooms – Generation II (PCR2). This system features an updated design that provides the operator with easy fan control, improved airflow, and efficiency. This line also offers larger sizes with the same dependability. Portable Clean Rooms – Generation II Updated Features Clean and Sleek Look The Portable Clean Room Generation II offers… Learn More

Mail Handling Safety: Engineering Controls for Minimizing Hazards

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  To minimize safety concerns, mail-handling procedures at private mailrooms should follow safety guidelines and implement engineering controls to minimize staff exposure to pathogens, particulate, and biohazards. On average, about 6,300 mail-borne incidents are reported every year to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) (Newman,… Learn More

New Product: Quick Ship Walk-in Hoods

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Sentry Air Systems will now be offering off-the-shelf walk-in hoods or Quick Ship Walk-in Hoods. Quick Ship Walk-in Hoods ship in 5 business days instead of the industry standard 4-6 weeks+ lead time. With a few custom options, Quick Ship Walk-in Hoods provide a timely solution to help your facility start controlling fumes and particulate…. Learn More

USP 797 Guidelines for IV Bag Preparation

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The official date for USP 797 is steadily approaching. The latest revision of guidelines defines proper sterile compounding procedures for CSP’s (compounded sterile preparations) including injections, infusions, and IV bags. By November 1, 2023 applicable facilities must follow all guidelines in order to preserve medication quality. USP 797 sterile compounding rules applies to hospitals, other… Learn More

Help Prevent PCR Contamination with Laminar Flow Hoods

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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) requires strict laboratory protocol and procedures to prevent contamination and ensure accurate results (Rhea-McManus, 2022). PCR has revolutionized molecular biology and gene studies but recently became widely known for pathogen tests such as COVID-19 (Rhea-McManus, 2022). Laboratories should utilize Laminar Flow Hoods or Portable Clean Rooms for preparation and other sensitive… Learn More