Esco Frontier Acela Fume Hoods EN14175-3 Certified

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Esco is pleased to announce that the Frontier Acela Fume Hood (EFA), 4’, 5’ and 6’ widths, have been certified by Tintschl Engineering AG, Germany to the stringent European Standard EN14175-3.

Frontier Acela combines key aspects of the patented Berkeley Fume Hood technology with unique Esco innovations, to deliver the industry's premium fume hood solution. EN certification further affirms Esco's commitment to providing customers with hoods that can achieve maximum containment at low face velocities, thus saving energy without compromising safety.

Selecting the Frontier Acela Fume Hood will reap benefits for all stakeholders involved:
1. Health and Safety Authorities

* ASHRAE 110 and EN14175 tested at face velocities down to 0.3m/s (60fpm)‏
* Built in sash-lock and creep-down system ensure operator safety
* Optional Sentinel XL Airflow Monitor

2. Facility Owners

* Can operate at 0.3m/s (60fpm) at 457mm (18”) operating height
* nergy savings of up to US$5,735 annually for each fume hood

3. Laboratory Designers and Architects

* Neutral colour scheme
* Futuristic design
* Detailed architectural specifications and drawings

4. Installation and Service Personnel

* Robust tri-wall side pan construction
* Factory-fitted service fixtures are pre-plumbed
* Chain and sprocket sash
* Wide range of field-installed accessories

5. Laboratory Personnel

* Certified safety
* Precisely-tuned aerodynamics
* High sight line
* Angled front
* Excellent ergonomics

For more information, download the Esco Frontier Acela Fume Hood Icebreaker:
http://www.escoglobal.com/fumehoods/PDF/ES1263_EFA_Icebreaker_vf.pdf