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About Esco Biological Safety Cabinets
ABOUT ESCO BIOLOGICAL SAFETY CABINETS
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Name / Number Governing Body Referenced
NSF / ANSI 49
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Class II biological safety cabinets
Name / Number Governing Body Referenced
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Class I biological safety cabinets
Class II biological safety cabinets
Class III biological safety cabinets
Name / Number Governing Body Referenced
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Class I biological safety cabinets
Class II biological safety cabinets
Biological safety cabinet plays a significant role in many pharmaceutical, clinical, microbiological and industrial
laboratories. Its basic function is to protect the operator and the environment from biological hazards that would
otherwise pose a threat to human life during microbiological work.
At Esco, we encourage customers to learn more about the functions and operating principles of the biological safety
cabinets available in the market today. We believe this will help you choose the cabinet that is most suitable for your
specific needs.
MAJOR INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
International standards play an important role in harmonization and ensuring that cabinets meet established industry
guidelines for safety and performance. Consequently, you should understand the scope and application of these
standards. The following tables detail some common international standards: