Environmental management system offers new connectivity options Edstrom’s Watchdog System has added new connectivity options that help integrate environmental control, monitoring, watering, and light control systems. Watchdog monitors temperature, humidity, and differential pressure as well as controlling lights and flushing in the vivarium. Even if you already have a system for performing these functions, Watchdog can give animal care management staff the control and alarms they need in a package designed specifically for the vivarium. Watchdog can read data from most building automation systems, providing an alarming and reporting tool customized for the vivarium. Watchdog can also supply reliable room-level readings to your HVAC system, as well as relaying watering conditions and other alarms. Watchdog’s OPC (OLE for process control) options provide an open, standardized, two-way communication between Watchdog and building automation, light control, environmental monitoring, automated watering, access control, and any solution willing to adopt the OPC standard in vendor-to-vendor integration. Contact: Edstrom Industries Inc. 800-558-5913; www.edstrom.com. High-flow lab water system creates convenient package The Water Technologies Div. of Siemens Group Industrial Solutions and Services has introduced the Centra High Flow packaged central lab water systems. Systems are designed for customers who require a central system that supplies up to 10 gpm of pure water to a distribution loop or multiple points of use. The systems offer integrated technology in a single cabinet, eliminating the hassle of component purchasing and installation. Included are a recirculation pump, storage tank, reverse osmosis, UV photo oxidation unit for bacterial control, a 0.2-µ filter, and a feed to and from an optional DI cylinder. Quick- connect pipe work allows flexibility in layout in the lab. The four high-flow models join the multiple offerings of existing standard-flow-rate Centra systems. (Centra is a trademark of ELGA LabWater and was previously offered by USFilter.) Contact: Siemens Group I&S (USFilter). 800-875-7873, ext. 5000; www.usfilter.com. Hydrogen generator line produces lab gas with water The Chrysalis II Standard Economy Purified Gas (SEPG) line of hydrogen generators employs membrane technology for electrolytic production of pure hydrogen gas. It is suggested by the manufacturer, Matheson Tri-Gas, for operation with gas analyzers, as fuel gas for flame tools, or a source of pure hydrogen in plasma chambers and other isolated environments. The electrolytic membrane technology is clean, requires less maintenance than other technologies, and requires no caustic solutions for operation, according to the manufacturer. Only deionized water is required for the production of reliable, continuous output of >99.999% pure hydrogen. A user-friendly digital display provides system operating status and diagnostic capabilities. An optional remote-control feature is available, and an optional “cascading flow” feature allows labs to connect up to 32 units in parallel operation to deliver a large flow of hydrogen.    Contact: Matheson Tri-Gas. 215-648-4000; www.mathesontrigas.com. Casework vendor provides wide range of choices CiF Lab Casework Solutions include a broad range of products, including wood, steel, flexible, and hybrid solutions. Materials include many species of veneer, as well as MDF and laminate. A complete line of fume hoods is also available, including low-flow, percholoric acid, radioisotope, and conventional, plus canopy exhaust, localized exhaust, and down-draft hoods. Custom casework and hood design and manufacturing services are offered. CiF is a certified Wood Institute member and can provide certified casework, meeting sustainability objectives. Contact: CiF Lab Casework Solutions. 905-738-5821; www.cifsolutions.com. Glass piping designed to meet stringent needs KIMAX borosilicate glass drainline systems, from SCHOTT North America Inc., are designed for transport and neutralization of acid waste. Glass drainline piping is sustainable and offers the lowest life-cycle cost in the industry, with adaptability and modularity as key features. According to the manufacturer, KIMAX also exhibits low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the highest corrosion resistance compared with competitive products, and will not burn or emit toxic fumes in the event of a fire. KIMAX glass drainline is designed as a sustainable, long-lasting acid waste piping system. Contact: SCHOTT North America Inc. 914-831-2215; www.us.schott.com/drainline. Vendor offers comprehensive line of lab HVAC control products Laboratory HVAC control products from TSI Inc. encompass a range of instruments for pressure and velocity control, ensuring the safety and energy efficiency of critical environments. Products include the Everwatch fume hood velocity monitors; Sureflow fume hood face velocity controllers; and Sureflow room pressure monitors and controllers. Current applications include monitoring and controlling lab fume hoods, monitoring and controlling room air pressure, and controlling constant-volume devices. The major open control protocols are supported (LonWorks, BACnet, and Modbus). TSI offers free design tools, and has recently introduced a range of venturi valves, in addition to dampers and airflow stations. Contact: TSI Inc. 651-490-2811, www.tsi.com. Point-of-use system produces high-quality lab water The NANOpure DIamond ultrapure water system, from Barnstead, produces water of up to 18.2 megohm/cm purity, exceeding ASTM, CAP, and NCCLS Type 1 water requirements. A single water connection and easy cartridge replacement contribute to efficiency in the lab, according to the manufacturer. The monitor and controls can be mounted up to 10 ft away from the water system for flexibility in installation. Units are field- calibratable to NIST standards, eliminating downtime caused by sending in equipment for calibration. Models are available for analytical, ultraviolet, UF, or life science applications, and are wall or bench mountable. Contact: Barnstead International. 800-553-0039; www.barnsteadinternational.com. Compact fiberglass hoods suit research, educational, and clinical applications Fiberglass 30 bypass laboratory hoods, by Labconco Corp., are designed for applications requiring a small working space and efficient fume removal. At only 30 in. wide, these hoods feature a specially formulated, one-piece molded fiberglass liner that offers corrosion and fire resistance and is easily cleaned. Additional features include a clear, vertical-rising tempered safety glass sash that provides maximum visibility; a preset baffle; pivoting air foil; and a right side fixture panel factory-prepared to accept up to three service fixtures, one electrical duplex, and one airflow monitor. All models are of glacier white, dry powder epoxy-coated steel and aluminum frame and have a 6.69-in. ID fiberglass exhaust connection. Models are available with built-in corrosion-resistant, direct-drive exhaust blowers or designed for use with remote blowers. They include a prewired 100W, vapor-proof incandescent lamp, and light and blower switches. Contact: Labconco Corp. 800-732-0031; www.labconco.com. Subsidiary offers accessories for optimizing laboratory operations NuAire Inc. has created Scientific Visions Inc., a subsidiary dedicated to providing equipment and accessories to optimize laboratory operations. Products include accessories, replacement parts, equipment, and supplies for NuAire’s LabGard biological safety cabinets, Autoflow CO2 incubators, Viking ultra-low-temperature freezers, PharmaGard barrier isolators, and AllerGard small animal cage changing stations. A special product line consists of base stands and ergonomic accessories for biological safety cabinets, such as foot rests, elbow rests, pipette holders, turntables, and storage units. Cleaning supplies are also available, including cleaners, cleaning tools, wipes, swabs, and mop covers. Contact: Scientific Visions Inc. 763-553-1270; www.scientificvisions.com. The Innovive System of disposable rodent caging, eliminating washing, sterilization, and storage issues inherent to conventional caging systems. Designed especially for easy trial in areas where legacy conventional systems are not practical, such as satellite facilities or those that are highly contamination-sensitive. www.innovivellc.com/overview.html. ASHRAE’s “GreenGuide: The Design, Construction, and Operation of Sustainable Buildings,” a book intended to help teach design engineers how to participate effectively on teams creating green buildings. The book is an update of the 2003 version, with fuller coverage of the LEED rating system and a new chapter on the environmental impact of HVAC systems. Published in cooperation with Butterworth-Heinemann/Elsevier. www.ashrae.org (bookstore section). The Sorvall Legend microcentrifuge series, from Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., designed to cover a broad spectrum of life science research applications. New models are intended to deliver higher speeds, faster acceleration rates, increased capacity, and improved safety and convenience. www.thermo.com/centrifuge. Hemco’s ModuLab custom-designed enclosures, including control systems that meet a variety of environmental and clean class requirements. Designed for applications such as cleanrooms (Class 100 to 100,000), walk-in specialty labs, pilot plants, hazardous procedure enclosures, and specialty equipment enclosures. www.HEMCOcorp.com Deep-drawn coved-corner sinks from Eagle MHC, offered in a choice of one-, two-, three-, or four-bowl styles. Heavy-duty stainless steel construction includes bowls, drainboards, and backsplash components. Also from Eagle MHC: custom-configured stainless steel worktables for labs, manufacturing, assembly, and material- handling operations. www.eaglegrp.com. Cascada lab water purification systems, from Pall Life Sciences, designed to produce high-quality lab water on demand. The line includes models targeted to bio, analytical, general lab, and less sensitive life science applications. www.pall.com. Esco’s Ascent series of ductless fume cabinets in freestanding and tabletop designs. Certified to major European and American standards, the Ascent cabinets have a recirculating design that requires no external ducting and exhaust fan. Activated carbon filtration provides safe chemical adsorption, according to the manufacturer. www.ductless.escoglobal.com. OxBlue Corp.’s Webcam system, designed specifically for the construction market. Cameras and software help control risk and maintain schedules, providing accurate and timely information and documentation. www.oxblue.com/info.