Turnkey, Containment Ready Modular BSL Laboratories
Modular BSL Laboratories
Modular BSL Laboratories and biocontainment facilities are an off-site built, all-in-one platform that can be built as a freestanding facility or easily integrate with existing laboratories. Germfree biocontainment laboratories include all HVAC/MEP requirements tailored to your process and equipment. Germfree Modular laboratories have been in use for decades worldwide, performing at biocontainment levels BSL-2, BSL-3 up to BSL-4.
Product highlights
Biocontainment
BSL-2, BSL2+, BSL-3. BSL3+, BSL-4
Built to contain the most hazardous agents in the world
Biocontainment applications require the highest level of process control, reliability, cleanability, and containment of any industry we work with. Our Modular cleanrooms meet these challenges through a variety of niche process and personnel flow designs paired with decades of facility engineering experience. Our modular BSL laboratories include entry rooms, gowning rooms and storage, personnel air locks (PALs), Material Air Locks (MALs), shared corridors, restrooms, mechanical rooms, and more.
- Process driven HVAC design
- Serviced & Maintained by Germfree
- Relocatable
- Cleaning agent & VHP compatible finishes
- Backup power for all critical facility equipment
- Seamless, Leak-Free Arcoplast® Walls
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Modular Biocontainment Lab Layouts
Explore our standard modular BSL laboratories’ layouts options that cover a broad range of applications and process flows. If these do not meet your application needs, learn more about our custom solutions.
Single Module BSL-2 Laboratory
Single Module BSL-2 Laboratory
The room classification flow of this facility is an entryroom connected to an anteroom leading to the main BSL-2 recirculating laboratory suite.
Single Module BSL-3 Laboratory
Single Module BSL-3 Laboratory
The room classification flow of this facility is an entryroom, anteroom with sink and gowning bench leading to the main BSL-3 100% exhaust laboratory suite.
All modular facilities contain an integrated and mechanical space. In some regions an external HVAC chiller (pictured) is needed for BSL-3.
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Modular BSL Laboratories Specifications
Room Classifications
- CNC Entry Room, ISO 7 Anteroom, ISO 8 Anteroom, BSL-2, BSL-3, Exit Shower Room, Animal Room CNC Entry Room, ISO 7 Anteroom, ISO 8 Anteroom, BSL-2, BSL-3, Exit Shower Room, Animal Room
Mechanical
- Our largest module is 14′ x 56 feet and can decrease in size in 2 foot increments.
- Modules can be connected and maintain BSL-2 or BSL-3 classification.
- Stand alone, free standing modular facility
- Fully integrated HVAC
- HVAC is designed to exceed optimal ACH rates in accordance with relevant certifications and standards.
- HVAC is bio-decontamination compatible
- Separate mechanical space
Electrical
- Internal power connection
- Dedicated electrical panel per module
- Dedicated backup power panels for critical facility infrastructure
- 120V, 208V outlets in lab space
- NFPA 70 NEC 2020 compliant
Plumbing
- Ready to accept site tepid, and cold water supply
- Recessed safety showers, eye wash, and sinks included per module and client process
- Complaint with current International Building Code (IBC) – Hot water heaters
- Optional: Restrooms
Door Controls
- Wave to open door controls with configurable interlocks and timing
- Variety of access control systems can be integrated
Building Management System
- A central BMS controls all aspects of the facility through BACnet and dedicated communication panels
- BMS is designed to limit single point vulnerability
- operator interface inside laboratory with various operator levels
- BMS is compatible with local control outputs for override, emergencies, and testing
- Visual and audible alarm system
Architectural
- All finishes are durable against harsh cleaning agents such as sporicidal agents and VHP. Every build decision prioritizes a sealed, smooth, cleanable and compliant interior envelope.
- Seamless 40′ Arcoplast® walls
Security, Access, Fire & Data
- Sprinkler, material, & fire panels built to local code
- Code access with optional key card access into facility
- Dedicated data communication panel with communications via BACnet protocol
Site Requirements
- Concrete pad or pillars, fresh and grey water connections, electrical utility connections, staff access and site security
Integrated Equipment
- Germfree Class 3 Gloveboxes, Germfree Material Active HEPA Pass-Throughs, Germfree Class 2 Type A2/B2. PCR Cabinets, 100% Stainless Steel Casework
Gas piping
- Gas manifolds accept a variety of gases. (co2,o2,n2, & compressed air for example)
- Oxygen cleaned piping to minimize potential contaminants
- 316L Stainless Steel, ASME-BPE Compliant
Types of Equipment Add-Ons
The Germfree difference
Factory Acceptance, Site Acceptance & Quality Control
Facilities are factory acceptance tested before shipment and site acceptance tested onsite to support CQV efforts towards commissioning of the facility.
Project Management
We manage all complexities associated with your project: URS Development, Operational Flow Design, Basis of Design, Site Infrastructure Audits, Engineering, Commissioning, Qualification, Installation, Equipment Sourcing and more.
Support & Maintenance
Germfree’s service team supports facilities 24/7, providing preventative monitoring, diagnostics and maintenance worldwide.
Flexible, Adaptable, Cost Saving Construction Methods
Our Modules do not require a shell building, they can be relocated by our service team, and our robust single HVAC system allows the option to switch between positive or negative pressure in some instances.
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