Why Erlab’s Ductless Air Filtering Products are Different

Erlab's R&D developed advanced molecular air filtration, starting with the first ductless fume hood in 1968, ensuring trusted global lab safety solutions

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The unseen difference

The Erlab Above Technology is the result of more than 50 years of innovation and safety in filtration. It also encompasses technology components that detect and communicate, ensuring your safety.

Protection through the chemical journey

Filtration improves your safety, wherever a chemical needs to be. We eliminate inhalation risks.

We are our own customer

Our R&D laboratory has performed thousands of chemical reactions and tests using our very own filtration technology. Not only does this keep our laboratory personnel safe but also provides knowledgeable insight into our filtration capabilities. This data is available within our published chemical listing booklet and is key to guaranteeing your safety.

The key that unlocks unlimited possibilities in your lab

Filtration. Without it, this would not be possible:

  • Energy savings
  • Independence from HVAC
  • Ultimate adaptability
  • Flexibility
  • Safety—protecting you and the environment

We understand safety is your priority

That is why we have been perfecting our filtration technology for more than 50 years:

  • Strict compliance to the AFNOR NF X 15-211:2009 Standard and ANSI z9.5 filtration standard
  • A comprehensive analysis by our R&D laboratory of the chemicals to be used in the hood
  • A certificate of validation from our R&D laboratory of the filter(s) efficiency

To learn more, visit usa.erlab.com.

          Laminar flow hood with HEPA filter and UV lights offers end users protection from chemical and particulate exposure.

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