Berner claire® neo achieves Occupational Exposure Band (OEB) 4

We are pleased to share an outstanding result from the SMEPAC (Standardized Measurement for Equipment Particulate Airborne Concentrations) tests recently undertaken.

The Berner claire® neo safety cabinet more than met expectations in a defined powder-handling process.

The target was OEB 3 – classification as OEB 4  

During a manual weighing process involving approximately 500 g of fine pharmaceutical lactose powder, all measurements of particulate concentration in the air met the OEB 4 requirements for substances with high toxic potential (defined as 1 to 10 µg/m³). This confirms the claire® neo’s outstanding containment performance for ensuring personnel safety in the workplace.

Additionally, independently confirmed: low-contamination filter replacement in accordance with DIN 12980. Of particular note, for the first time, an external institute has demonstrated that the replacement of H14 HEPA filter cartridges in accordance with DIN 12980 takes place with virtually no external exposure. All measurement points at the working opening of the claire® neo were below the detection limit – an important advantage for the safety of service and laboratory personnel.

What does this mean for our customers?  

* Maximum protection for your staff

* Validated performance in powder handling

* Containment safety for highly toxic substances

* Audit trail

* A demonstrably safe system for critical service work

SMEPAC is the gold standard for measuring containment performance. This independent testing confirms the outstanding safety and quality of the claire® neo.

To find out more about this premium quality safety cabinet, please contact our expert team: info@optical-sciences.co.uk | Phone +44 (0)1604 493200

Berner were grateful to the IUTA for conducting this SMEPAC analysis in a precise and transparent manner.