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Our products have stood the test of time and so has our company. We look forward to the future and are honored to carry on the tradition of quality and excellence that has been the cornerstone of our organization. Providing the next generation of researchers, educators, and students with the highest quality laboratory equipment is what drives us every day.
iQ Labs Blog
1y ago
Advantages of Height-Adjustable Lab Tables
Laboratories are bustling hubs of scientific research and experimentation. In these environments, precision, safety, and efficiency are paramount. One often overlooked, yet crucial, component of a functional laboratory is the lab table. Specifically, height-adjustable lab tables have emerged as a game-changer in modern laboratory settings. In this blog post, we will explore the numerous benefits of using height-adjustable lab tables, ranging from improved ergonomics to enhanced flexibility and increased overall efficiency.
1. Ergonomics: Prioritizing ..read more
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1y ago
In the ever-evolving world of scientific research, laboratory work benches play a pivotal role in fostering productivity, safety, and organization. These workspaces serve as the foundation upon which experiments and discoveries are built. We will look at the key features needed for your next bench purchase, exploring their significance, key features, and the best practices for optimizing laboratory spaces and getting the most out of your space.
The Significance of Laboratory Work Benches
Laboratory work benches are the backbone of any research facility. They provide scientists and researchers ..read more
iQ Labs Blog
2y ago
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2y ago
There are many styles of composing essays, some more formal than many others. An essay can be written in direct, neutral fashion, or as an individual statement of opinion. Generally, an essay is a narrative piece that describes a subject, usually sharing the writer’s opinion, but sometimes the definition is unclear, overlapping with that of a letter, post, paper, pamphlet, and even a brief story. Essays normally have been categorized into two major styles: formal and casual.
Formal essays are composed to express a particular point of view. They may explore a problem, bring forth a hypothesis ..read more
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2y ago
Choosing the Right Material for Your Laboratory Furniture
Finding the right furniture and equipment for your laboratory is important, but a crucial part of that decision is finding furniture that is made from the right materials. Depending on the processes or experiments you intend to conduct, you’ll need laboratory furniture that can withstand certain conditions, such as high heat, humidity, or acidity, as well as more standard wear and tear.
At iQ Labs, we manufacture laboratory equipment and furniture using materials intended to withstand various chemical processes. Let’s take a look at som ..read more
iQ Labs Blog
2y ago
Equipment for Commercial Cannabis Labs
If you’re planning on starting a new commercial cannabis lab, you will need to invest in professional-grade lab equipment. With commercial lab equipment, you can create a safe work environment and ensure compliance with any state or federal regulations regarding cannabis production.
Let’s take a look at some of the equipment needed for the various stages of cannabis production. Whether you’re growing, extracting, distilling, or testing, iQ Labs has the equipment you need for your commercial cannabis lab.
Cannabis Laboratory Design Basics
You’ll want to ch ..read more
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2y ago
Electric vehicles are becoming more and more popular in the United States. As such, more electric vehicle manufacturing is happening here at home. All parts of electric vehicles must meet strict safety regulations, including electric vehicle batteries.
Let’s take a look at some of the different batteries in electric vehicles and how fume hoods can be used to make the battery testing process safer for the automotive industry.
What Kinds of Batteries Are in Electric Cars?
Not all electric vehicles are the same. You may have a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ..read more
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2y ago
Trying to decide which fume hood is right for you? Let’s take a look at some of the differences between two popular models: benchtop fume hoods and floor mounted fume hoods. No matter which one best meets your laboratory equipment needs, iQ Labs is here to help.
What Is a Benchtop Fume Hood?
Benchtop fume hoods are one of the most popular models of fume hoods available for laboratory use. They sit on a laboratory bench, also known as a workstation or utility table. This makes it easy to sit or stand in front of the fume hood and conduct your work through the opening created by lifting the vert ..read more
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2y ago
What Is Face Velocity?
Face velocity is the measure of air flowing across or into a space, measured in feet per minute (FPM). In terms of fume hoods, face velocity is one of the most important measurements that will indicate if your fume hood is working safely and effectively.
Face Velocity and Fume Hood Safety
The safety of your fume hood is determined mainly by the rate at which it sucks in the air around it. Face velocity is how you measure this rate. An adequate face velocity will keep harmful gas from escaping your fume hood and leaking out into the lab.
The recommended face velocity for ..read more
iQ Labs Blog
2y ago
When Decommissioning a Lab, How Do You Dispose of Old Fume Hoods?
When decommissioning a lab, it’s important for environmental and safety reasons that you follow the proper procedure for fume hoods disposal. You must:
Perform a chemical decontamination
Disassemble the fume hoods
Extract the ductwork
Decommission old flammable and acid-proof cabinets
Decontaminating Fume Hoods How Do You Decontaminate Used Fume Hoods?
When decontaminating used fume hoods, it’s important to consider what sort of chemicals were stored in the fume hood as well as what processes were carried out under it. Follow ..read more