Respiratory Engineering Controls for Isoflurane Anesthesia

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It is a common practice for animal science and research facilities to use lab rodents for conducting studies, surgeries and instructional lessons. According to the Animal Welfare Act of 1966 ― while rodents are not covered under the protection of the Act ― research institutions are required to establish an Institutional Animal Care and Use… Learn More

Jewel Day 2014: Deryn Mentock

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Deryn Mentock’s jewelry is layered, textured and multi-faceted. So is she: jewelry artist, teacher, writer, photographer, and social media maven. Jewelry-making Classes & Workshops She says she’s doing ‘only’ 3-4 in-person workshops this year in addition to her online workshops. Turns out, each workshop requires a significant amount of time and preparation because Deryn always… Learn More

Jewel Day 2014: Catherine Witherell

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If you sometimes struggle with your creative life and occasionally need a lift, visit the happydayart blog of artist Catherine Witherell. She’s a creative tour de force, a jewelry maker, sculptor, printmaker, collagist, photographer, painter — to name only the most obvious. Maker space in her head Catherine’s online presence is one of happy and… Learn More

Elevated Stand

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A complementary accessory to our fume extractors, the Elevated Stand is a one-of-a-kind, high-strength industrial piece of equipment that secures and elevates our fume extractors up and off of the floor. The stand takes up almost zero floor space and doesn’t require wall mounting or ceiling suspension; an option previously hard to come by without… Learn More

Respiratory Hazards of Aluminum Welding

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With increasing pressure from federal fuel efficiency standards and consumer demand for vehicles with higher miles per gallon ratings, motor companies are looking for ways to “reinvent the wheel”. In response to this demand, Ford Motor Company unveiled their new 2015 aluminum-bodied F-150 pickup truck (pictured to the left). By replacing the existing steel body… Learn More

Local pharmacy impressed by Containment Hood, Technical Knowledge

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A local pharmacy in Houston, TX recently purchased one of our Ductless Containment Hoods for their specialty compounding application. Like most compounding applications, their process generates fine powder-like particulate consisting of a variety of medication. Without a source of air capture and filtration this particulate becomes airborne and may be inhaled by pharmacists or technicians;… Learn More

Lab hoods in simulated pharmacies should be high-fidelity and cost-effective

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From astronauts to big rig drivers, computer-simulated work environments are key to their professional success. Other professions also use simulated work environments but they do not rely solely on computers. Pharmacy simulation training Simulation-based training can increase therapeutic knowledge and enhance student performance in a risk-free environment.1 For example, many university pharmacy schools use computerized… Learn More

Controlling Harmful Fumes during Shoe Repair and Leather Refinishing

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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2012 there were approximately 5,750 people employed in the Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers industry. During a typical day, these workers are exposed to a host of chemical vapors and particulate generated during the repair and refinishing process. Whether it is the rubber cement and… Learn More

Controlling Hazardous Fumes during the Electroplating Process

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Electroplating is a metal finishing process in which an object is covered with a metal coating. This process changes the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of the work piece and helps protect the object from abrasion or corrosion. Additional benefits may include lubricity, wear resistance, solderability, added material thickness and various aesthetic qualities. Many types… Learn More