OverviewMeets Requirements Established by the European Standard EN14470-1 for Fire Safety Storage Cabinets
The European Design PureSolv-MD™ is one of Innovative Technology's technological innovations in the design, manufacture and distribution of safe and reliable systems for solvent storage, purification and processing. The PureSolv-MD™ system is a fire safety cabinet that meets EN14470-1 performance requirements for the storage of flammable liquids in laboratories. EN14470-1 performance standards establish three primary safety requirements, they are:
• Minimisation of the risk of fire from stored flammable materials
• Protection of the flammable materials in the event of fire
• Minimisation of emitted vapors to the outside environment and retention of any leaks inside the cabinet
The PureSolv-MD™ provides the following capabilities in the storage of flammable liquids:
• Minimise the fire risks associated with the storage of flammable substances
• Protection of the cabinet's contents in the event of fire for a known (tested) minimum length of time (fire rating)
• Minimise the amount of vapor released into the working environment and the retention of accidental spillage within the cabinet
Protection of the cabinet's flammable content is assessed using a well-established measure in the physics of fire safety known as a Fire Resistance (FR) period. FR periods are measured and expressed in minutes. EN14470-1 standards address FR 15, 30, 60 and 90-minute periods. The standards require type test be used to measure existing FR requirements as established by previous ISO and EN standards. Cabinets are classified according to the level of FR determined during testing. The PureSolv-MD™ is field-tested to meet requirements and is classified as having a 90-minute flammable rating.
The total internal volume of the PureSolv-MD™ cabinet is less than one cubic meter, as required by EN14470-1 standards. All flammable solvents are fully contained in the unit. The standards do not address differences in flammable liquids, such as those based on physical properties. The user must comply with other national regulations in determining the suitability of standards for a particular liquid solvent.
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Features
The PureSolv-MD™ advertises the following product specifications:
• Add Solvents as Required
• Grounded & Bonded Against E.S.D.
• No Cross Contamination
• World Wide Install Base
• Emergency Shut Off Valve
• Low PPM Grade Solvent on Tap
• High & Low Volume Systems
• Dry Vacuum Pumps
• Easy to Understand Operational Procedures
• Interchangeable Columns
• Modular Design
• 400-Liter Capacity
• System Grounded and Bonded
• Full line of Solvent System Accessories
Benefits
Construction
In compliance with the requirement for design testing and classification by an accredited materials testing institute, PureSolv-MD™ is approved by multiple fire marshals and recommended by health and safety experts.
System design of the PureSolv-MD™ is driven by safety regulations. Easily vented cabinets are equipped with EN14470-1 compliant safety devices such spill trays, easy to remove columns and easy to fill stainless steel pressure rated reservoirs
Top quality construction puts the PureSolv-MD™ in compliance with regulations regarding performance, flammable materials, liquids, fire safety and fire resistance. The system includes a non-conductive extruded aluminum frame and other quality components that include:
• Type 304 Stainless Steel Columns
• Double Column Design
• All Stainless Steel Tubing
• Gas Manifold
• Schlenk / Vacuum Manifold
• Shelf with Clamping Posts
• Stainless Steel Flex Dispensing Lines
• Glassware Adaptors
• Directional Valves
• Metering Valves
• Swagelok Fittings & Valves
• Swagelok Sediment Filters
• Pressure & Vacuum Indicators
• Emergency Shut Off Valve
• Pressure Relief Valves
• Color Coded Quick Disconnects
• Solvent Trap
In compliance with EN14470-1 standards for storage furniture and laboratory furniture, PureSolv-MD™ cabinets are capable to hold their weight on their base. The cabinets can be either freestanding, wheel (or castor) mounted or restrained to a wall. The PureSolv-MD™ offers a fully compliant and space saving alternative to brick enclosed and walk-in rooms.