Trox assists with Labcontrol

UK-based air movement specialist Trox has launched Labcontrol, a fully functional and integrated variable air volume (VAV) system designed for use in laboratories where the responsive control of air is critical.

The system incorporates options for volume flow air regulation of fume cupboards, while its co-ordinated hardware and software ensure ease-of-use. Protecting staff from hazardous substances is the central focus for ventilation and air movement systems in laboratory areas, and where bespoke systems are required to match specific design criteria, Trox is able to advise and supply the correct control components for the comfort of the occupants. It can provide precise control of room extract and supply air to ensure the safe control and discharge of contaminated air, and in instances where corrosive substances are used, can provide a full range of manufactured component materials suitable for the individual application. Where integrated variable fume cupboard control is required, the system can control extracted air to ensure a constant and uniform face velocity at varying sash openings. For fume cupboards, closed loop control is incorporated to ensure that the system remains responsive and reliable. Each unit is supplied complete with all necessary components, including fume cupboard mounted velocity sensor, operator terminal panel, integral control unit (analogue or LON digital), and a fast response damper actuator. To ensure long lasting reliability, the damper and all internal mechanical components are constructed from chemically resistant polypropylene materials. Using LON compatible controllers allows Trox to link each unit via a common twisted pair cable, thus simplifying installation, and to monitor and change functions from a central point, reducing on-site commissioning and ongoing maintenance costs. Trox is also able to supply other common laboratory products, including filtration, smoke and fire dampers, sound attenuation, grilles and diffusers.