Table of Contents Understanding Cleanroom Testing Cleanroom Certification in New York Certification Professional Management Program Cleanrooms play a critical role in the labs and professions that rely on them. Industries such as life sciences, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food manufacturing require highly controlled environments to refine products and conduct research without contamination. Airborne particles, dust, and … Read more
In laboratories across the tri-state area, fume hoods serve as the first line of defense against exposure to hazardous vapors and chemicals. Whether you’re operating in a hospital, research facility, university lab, or private biotech company, proper fume hood performance is non-negotiable. That’s where ASHRAE-110 Fume Hood Testing and Certification—performed by SEPS—comes in. At SEPS … Read more
Within several scientific industries, workers must conduct research or manufacture in extremely clean, sanitary environments. Cleanrooms are the solution to this particular need. And, in critical environments, the cleanliness relies heavily on airflow. Creating and maintaining the perfect cleanroom is no easy task. They must adhere to high, rigid standards, specifically the FDA’s. In addition, every … Read more
These days, cleanliness is more important than ever. The world continues to grapple with a pandemic. At SEPS, helping labs stay clean and sterile has been part of our mission for many years. Often, lab workers must handle some pretty dangerous organisms. This is especially true in labs with biological safety (or “biosafety”) lab ratings. … Read more
In our previous two posts, we explored biosafety levels (BSL) 1 & 2. Labs that handle hazardous biological materials are each given biosafety ratings. These numbers, ranging from 1 to 4, indicate both the danger of the materials within and the precautions that must be taken by personnel. The higher the number, the more dangerous … Read more
Managing a lab these days is a spectacular balancing act. At SEPS, we’re experts on helping to keep labs clean, safe and functional. Hygiene, equipment operating, maintenance and repairs demand constant attention. And considering our decades of experience, plus varied repair and certification services, we know all about how to maintain a lab. Of course, … Read more
Originally posted on November 11, 2019, this post has been updated for accuracy and relevancy Working in a lab involves using some pretty elaborate equipment. Here at SEPS, we’ve certified and decontaminated equipment for over 18 years. Scientists in several industries rely on their instruments to produce data and conduct their research. And one device … Read more
Originally published on January, 7, 2020, this post has been updated for accuracy and relevancy. Cleanrooms are controlled environments used in scientific, pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries. Within these rooms, laminar airflow limits pollutants like dust, aerosol particles and airborne organisms that can compromise work and the health of your employees. In addition to laminar airflow, … Read more
No matter what your scientific industry may be, making sure your equipment is in excellent shape is essential. At SEPS, we maintain a multi-decade commitment to serving the scientific community with our services. Our cleaning, decontamination, repair and more are all refined to ensure your lab continues to operate with maximum efficiency. Without a doubt, … Read more
S.E.P.S. has provided Tri-State area labs with fume hood certification for years. Of course, our numerous techniques ensure your unit (and consequently, your lab) operates efficiently and maintains safety. In addition, every industry veteran understands that fume hoods are an essential part of any modern lab. So what exactly are fume hoods, and why are … Read more