Whitley A135 Laminar Flow Workstation

Whitley A135 Laminar Flow Workstation

Product description

Don Whitley Scientific has over 40 years of experience in the design and manufacture of anaerobic cabinets, and in 2013 developed the Whitley Internal HEPA Filtration System, primarily to serve our research customers. In collaboration with customers running GMP licensed facilities, we have now developed innovative laminar airflow technology, and successfully added this feature to an anaerobic workstation to create a unique product offering: a laminar airflow workstation that allows users to process samples under strict anaerobic conditions.

The A135 Laminar Flow Workstation* is the latest workstation to be added to the anaerobic range, and is specifically designed to be used as a clean-air isolator in processes following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). This new anaerobic workstation provides Grade A air cleanliness (EU GMP), and combines sterile laminar airflow, positive operating pressure, and physical isolation, to provide highly effective product protection. Due to being a completely closed, re-circulating, isolator system, this workstation can be housed in a Grade D cleanroom during GMP compliant use.

Each workstation is tested by an independent organisation to ensure compliance with ISO 14644-3. In addition, tests carried out in our own laboratories confirm the integral HEPA filtered laminar flow system meets the requirements set out in BS EN 12469:2000 with regard to protection of the working area from particulate and microbial contamination.

The 17 litre airlock provides effective transfer for up to 10 x 500ml Duran bottles to and from the workstation in just 60 seconds. The patented oval glove ports provide maximum comfort when used over extended periods.

With internal working area dimensions of (w x d x h): 1075 x 587 x 608mm, there is a generous amount of working space inside the workstation chamber to house equipment such as centrifuges and homogenisers.

*Patent applied for

• This workstation maintains strict anaerobic conditions, operating from two gas supplies for the most effective and efficient running costs.
• HEPA filter face velocity/uniformity of laminar flow and Dispersed Oil Particulate (DOP) tests are carried out in accordance with ISO14644-3 to validate system integrity and performance. All tests are performed by an independent organisation.
• Whitley Intelligent Monitoring continually measures atmospheric down flow to ensure optimised filter performance.
• ‘Standby’ feature automatically decreases fan speed when the chamber is at rest to maximise energy efficiency.
• The large workstation chamber is perfect for accommodating a variety of items of equipment, which can be installed and removed via the removable front (fitted as standard).
• A password protected full colour touch screen interface allows easy monitoring of all parameters simultaneously. Alarms and status notices are also displayed.
• This workstation is Ethernet-enabled for remote access review and control.
• Data logging system records all monitored parameters every 60 seconds
• The Event Log lists events showing the date and time they occurred. The log retains information for 100 days and can be downloaded if either the Data Logging option has been purchased.
• A fully automated de-humidification system is included as standard. It does not require any operator intervention.
• A bespoke trolley with heavy-duty castors is provided as standard. A trolley not only saves desk space but is also useful for ease of mobility for service and maintenance.
• Other optional features are available to tailor the system to your requirements.
• Workstation can also be run aerobically if required.
• Range of possible decontamination protocols, including the use of vaporised hydrogen peroxide.
• IQOQPQ documentation available.