Insect Rearing Chambers Portland, OR

Darwin Chambers designs, manufactures and installs Insect Rearing Chambers in Portland, OR.

Insect Rearing Chambers Portland, OR. When studying or working with drosophila (fruit flies), mosquitos, and other insects, you need access to precise and reliable insect rearing chambers in Portland, OR that provide an environment specifically meant for breeding, rearing, incubating, and observing the insects you are working with. You need a dedicated insect rearing chamber that is designed specifically for insect work and goes beyond simple manipulation and measurement of light, temperature, and humidity provided by a standard environmental chamber.

Insect Rearing Chambers need further enhancements and industry-specific specifications to ensure the growth of specimen and the longevity of the room. Standard Walk-in Chambers and Environmental Chambers often do not meet these requirements due to the problematic conditions that can arise from the rearing of certain specimen. The insect rearing chambers designed and manufactured by Darwin Chambers are specifically designed and manufactured rearing chambers that protect and enhance the growth of specimen while also ensuring that the insect rearing chamber isn’t compromised by the specimen. To find out more about the Insect Rearing Chambers that we make available to Portland, OR clients, contact our team at 314-534-3111 or online right away.

Insect Rearing Chambers Portland, OR

Walk-in Incubators or Coolers have several issues that affect the researcher's ability to rear of insects and other biological organisms. The acids that are commonly produced by the rearing of insects or the food they eat can rapidly corrode a standard refrigeration evaporator. The corrosion is catalyzed by high humidity levels when the acid forms concentrated condensation that will accumulate on the cooling components. Other providers use large evaporator units that are more prone to experiencing leaks that can be costly and also require the replacement of expensive components, other than the evaporator itself, due to compromised oil (modern refrigeration oils are very hygroscopic) in the system. For example, if you have ever worked with Drosophila, you recognize that the propionic acid present in the chamber can destroy a conventional incubator in only 6 months.

The scenario stated above is a clear concern. There are a number of other issues with standard incubators for insect use as well. The vast majority of incubators are designed for a standard audience and are not created with the unique characteristics of insect rearing in mind, and because of this are unsuited to insect rearing applications. Critical details are often ignored, including:

• Ability to shut down all heat or cold producing equipment in the event of a malfunction.
• Decontamination Ability with High Heat.
• Quiet operation.
• Simple to Program.
• Overall reliability in a corrosive atmosphere, and many others.

Many of today's incubator manufacturers are still operating on dated technology, but the truth is much biological research is never done anything lower than 15 degrees Celsius. Any ability to go below that temperature can actually be detrimental to the insect specimen and subsequent research.

For anyone looking for the best insect rearing chamber in Portland, OR, we have a multi-part approach:

• Epoxy coated air handles. This coating is the most resistant against long term corrosion.
• Removing the refrigerant from the room's interior. After almost a decade after turning our back on straight refrigerant in mild heat load applications, we are glad we did. Our Precision Fluid Temperature Control Unit, or PFTCU, is an excellent solution for insect rearing rooms in Portland, OR. This method of cooling boasts low pressure, easy maintenance, and reliability. Ge more details on our technologies page.
• We use a form of humidification that relies on UV sterlized ultrasonics. It is precise. It generates very little heat, which requires a smaller compressor, which leads to lower energy usage. On top of all this, our insect rearing chambers are still able to provide very precise, excellent temperature uniformity.
• Proprietary Antimicrobial Coating on door handles to stop the spread of bacteria and pathogens.
• The low profile, 2" floor maximizes the capacity within the room, improves the insulation performance of the room, and allows minimal ramp requirements to meet A.D.A. requirements.
• Optional panel surface finish available in black embossed galvanized steel to imitate nighttime within the chamber.

Standard controllers are non-proprietary and are extremely accurate and reliable. Our insect rearing chambers in Portland, OR come with setpoints and alarms that are easy to operate. Chambers also come programmed with standard diurnal ramping/soaking/cycling of temperatures.

Insect Rearing Chambers Portland, OR - Our Models

As the research needs, the needs of different types of insects, and other factors related to your insect-related work are so diverse, your needs from your Portland, OR insect rearing chambers will also be different. Darwin Chambers knows that for any important effort in leading scientific study, product engineering, and other insect rearing related programs, there is no single solution for Portland, OR insect rearing chambers. You need a premium insect rearing chamber that meets the requirements of your facility and the object of your insect work. We have engineered a number of insect rearing chambers in Portland, OR that can be extensively customized to fulfill your exact needs. Discover more about the lines we offer for Portland, OR insect rearing chambers below.

Reach-In Insect Chambers - the IN series

We are proud to be the makers of the very first commercially manufactured large capacity thermoelectric-cooled insect rearing chamber, thousands of which are currently being used by researchers throughout the world. We produce this line with benchtop, one-door, to three-door vertical models. Omitting the reliance on complex refrigeration systems, installation and maintenance are incredibly easy.

Walk-In Insect Chambers

We can customize our walk-in chambers to the exact dimensions and specifications your facility requires. We have a list of stadard features that are included in all of our insect rearing chambers of all sizes, but also offer additional characteristics to consider when contemplating our insect rearing rooms for use in Portland, OR.

Because of the capacity and nature of large walk-in chambers such as our insect rearing chamber rooms, we design all of our walk-in rooms with some additional features, including:

• Accessibility: all of our chambers meet ADA criteria to ensure they are accessible to all
• Safety: every walk-in chamber is fitted with safety features such as a glow-in-the-dark emergency personnel alarm with an easy-to-use pull cord
• Efficiency: energy use to refrigerate our insect rearing rooms can be a challenge due to the size of the space, but we use a cooling technology called Precision Fluid Temperature Control Unit, or PFTCU, which is much more affordable and energy efficient than comparable competitor systems
• Durability: we understand that insect rearing walk-in chambers are an enormous investment and have applied solutions such as epoxy coating to ensure that the parts are protected against corrosion and last as long as possible

Low-Temperature Insect Rearing Chambers - INR Series

Low-temperature insect rearing chambers have the ability to remove more heat and reach lower temperatures. These models are appropriate for use in cases where ambient conditions are extreme or difficult to control or when there is a life heat load. Research that necessitates rapid open door recovery times is best done using a low temp chamber.

Below is an expansive list of the Controlled Environmental Chambers we design, build, and install. If you have further inquiries, we can be reached at 314-534-3111 or by filling out the form on this page.

We also offer additional products and services, including:

• Reach-In Chamber Manufacturer
• Low Temperature Biochemical Incubator
• ICH Stability Storage
• CBD Stability Chamber
• Microbiology Incubators

Insect Rearing Chambers Portland, OR - Order Now

When you work with insects, whether studying the effects of a product or rearing insects for a specific use, you know how important it is to have a stable and controllable environment for the insects. Your work requires the best Portland, OR insect rearing chambers available. You need not take your search any further than Darwin Chambers. We have the right state-of-the-art, precision technology and stability your work requires from your insect rearing chambers in Portland, OR. Discuss the products you need with a qualified associate today. Our products, services, and work are guaranteed by warranties and documentation. Our services, products, and solutions allow modern industries to enjoy a peace of mind that is only attainable with superior products and solutions. Determine which Darwin Chambers insect rearing chamber is best for your needs in Portland, OR and start customizing your today. Call us at 314-534-3111 or contact us online.

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