High-Quality Laboratory Fume Hoods Supplier

Catalina Laboratory Products (CatLabPro) stands as an industry leader in laboratory fume hoods, providing reliable quality, safety, and compliance for a wide range of industries that handle dangerous chemicals and lab procedures. Our US-based operation is dedicated to ensuring that every lab has access to safe and durable fume hoods at affordable prices to empower local businesses, organizations, educational facilities, and research foundations across the country.

The laboratory environment must be safe, even if your procedures pose certain risks. Fume hoods play an essential role in controlling toxic fumes and reducing your team's exposure to fumes, vapors, or dust that might be harmful. When building a complete laboratory setting, quality lab furniture including reliable fume hoods is key.

CatLabPro is proud to offer tested and compliant fume hoods that are not only affordable but also always in stock. This allows us to rapidly meet the needs of labs in many different industries, from medical to manufacturing to cosmetics, whether you are building a new lab or need an immediate fume hood replacement.

We believe in providing high-quality and long-lasting fume hoods at a good value.

Understanding Laboratory Fume Hoods: How They Work and Why They're Essential for Lab Safety

A laboratory fume hood is an enclosure with built-in ventilation that can capture, contain, and safely expel harmful airborne materials. Fume hoods are essential in removing dangerous vapors, fumes, and dust that might be released during laboratory experiments or manufacturing procedures and prevents the release of these vapors to protect staff and the lab itself.

Fume hoods play a vital role in allowing the safe handling of hazardous substances in the lab, serving to contain and ventilate anything airborne that might cause harm. Proper installation and use of fume hoods serve to protect lab personnel and ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations.

How Do Laboratory Fume Hoods Work?

Fume hoods are enclosures that draw air and harmful fumes away from the user. Different fume hood designs direct the harmful fumes differently after they are pulled safely from the workstation. Ducted fume hoods may direct the air outdoors through ducts, while ductless fume hoods may cycle filtered air back into the room.

Discover the Right Laboratory Fume Hoods & Accessories for Your Needs

There are several types of fume hoods to choose from, such as standard, high-efficiency, ductless, and even large floor-mounted fume hoods. Each one has unique features tailored to different laboratory workflows and hazard levels.

The best choice will depend on the type of work that is conducted in your laboratory and the scope of hazardous fumes that might be released by your work. Fume hood design may also need to align with the structural design of your building to ensure efficient air redirection.

Basic Laboratory Fume Hoods

Basic laboratory fume hoods are an affordable and reliable option suitable for general lab use. These are typically ideal for labs with standard safety requirements and light duty applications where safe ventilation is required. They are cost-effective, easy to install, and meet basic safety needs for your standard lab design.

Premium Laboratory Fume Hoods

Premier laboratory fume hoods offer advanced features suitable for labs with higher safety requirements. They offer superior durability and provide opportunities for customization. Premier fume hoods give laboratories access to enhanced protection design, advanced airflow control, and customizable features that adapt to the unique needs of a more advanced laboratory.

High-Efficiency Laboratory Fume Hoods

High-efficiency fume hood models offer superior airflow control and minimize energy consumption at the same time. These are ideal for labs looking to reduce operating costs or meet sustainability standards while still maintaining a high degree of safety and laboratory compliance standards.

Standard Laboratory Fume Hoods

Standard laboratory fume hoods are reliable and built for safe handling of chemicals in most lab environments. They are versatile and easy to use. The standard models are suitable for a wide range of industries and meet the need for fume hood protection for the majority of lab operations.

Fiberglass Laboratory Fume Hoods

Fiberglass fume hoods are compact and are ideal for small working spaces. These hoods are suitable for general chemistry applications. The fiberglass liner is corrosion-resistant, durable, fire-resistant and light reflective. The smooth one-piece molded construction offers fewer crevices for easy cleaning. 

Laboratory Fume Hood Base Cabinets

For every fume hood, it's important to plan for the base cabinet. Fume hood base cabinets provide specialized storage solutions for storing your chemicals or equipment safely under the fume hood compartment. They offer additional storage, durable construction, and are optimized for compatibility with fume hoods to create a complete workstation.

Laboratory Fume Hood Bundles

Fume hood bundles make it easy to assemble a complete and secure fume hood system workstation. The bundle includes a fume hood, a compatible base cabinet, and accessories that naturally complement the workflows that call for fume hood protection. Each bundle provides a turnkey solution for quick, easy, and comprehensive lab setup. We strive to ensure easy installation and cost-effective bundle solutions.

Why CatLabPro is the Trusted Choice for Laboratory Fume Hoods

CatLabPro provides high-quality, affordable, and always-in-stock fume hoods to empower your laboratory with everything you need for safe operation. Our fume hood designs focus on safety, compliance, durability, and the ability to customize your lab design to suit each lab's unique needs and functions. CatLabPro is the preferred provider for lab professionals across many industries due to the many advantages our equipment and services can provide.

Key Benefits:

• Compliance and Safety: Our fume hoods meet OSHA and SEFA standards to ensure maximum lab safety at all times.
• Advanced Airflow Technology: Our fume hoods help you protect against substances with superior ventilation systems.
• Durability: Each of our fume hoods are made with high-quality, long-lasting materials to reduce maintenance and replacement costs.
• Customization: We can tailor each fume hood to fit the specific needs of the lab and industry.
• Energy Efficiency: We offer fume hood models designed to reduce operational costs while maintaining high safety standards.

Why CatLabPro Stands Out:

• Wide Product Range: From standard to high-efficiency models, we offer fume hood solutions that meet the needs of many different lab environments.
• Tested and Certified: All of our fume hoods are rigorously tested for reliability and compliance.
• Tailored Solutions: We offer customizable options to meet unique lab requirements and ensure safety.

FAQ's

What factors should I consider when choosing a laboratory fume hood?

Consider the scope of your work with hazardous materials, including the level of hazard and volume of fumes that may be produced.

How do I determine the right size fume hood for my lab?

Fume hood size should be determined by the size of your work with hazardous materials and the size of your workstations.

What is the difference between ducted and ductless fume hoods?

A ducted fume hood directs toxic fumes outdoors, while ductless fume hoods filter and recycle air back into the lab space.

Are CatLabPro fume hoods compliant with OSHA and SEFA standards?

Yes, all of our fume hoods are tested for OSHA and SEFA compliance.

How often should a fume hood be inspected or maintained?

Fume hoods should be inspected quarterly and maintained at least once a year.

Can I customize a fume hood to fit my specific lab setup?

Yes, we provide customizable premium fume hoods that can be adapted to the unique setup and workflow of your lab.

What are the installation requirements for CatLabPro fume hoods?

CatLabPro fume hoods have different installation requirements depending on the model you select.

How energy-efficient are CatLabPro fume hoods?

High-efficiency fume hoods reduce the power requirements for fume hood operation while maintaining safety standards.

What safety features are included in CatLabPro fume hoods?

Each fume hood comes with features unique to the model. We can also bundle fume hoods with base cabinets and workstation accessories.

How long does it take to receive a fume hood after placing an order?

We usually ship within 5-7 days after receipt of order.