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Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle, WA

Darwin Chambers offers state-of-the-art Insect Rearing Chambers in Seattle, WA.

Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle, WA. When studying or working with drosophila (fruit flies), mosquitos, and other insects, you need access to precise and reliable insect rearing chambers in Seattle, WA 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 have to adhere to and maintain a standard level of conditions to ensure that the room can properly grow the specimen without being compromised by the specimen or methods used to procure it. Chambers built for more traditional purposes often struggle with the procurement of insects as their materials and processes aren’t properly designed to be maintained under adverse conditions that can arise with the rearing of insects. Darwin Chamber's Insect Rearing Chambers are specifically designed and manufactured to protect and enhance the growth of specimen while also ensuring that the insect rearing chamber isn’t compromised by the specimen. To inquire about the Insect Rearing Chambers that we make available to Seattle, WA clients, contact our team at 314-534-3111 or online today.

Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle - Specifications

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Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle, WA

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 eat away at a standard refrigeration evaporator. The corrosion is catalyzed by high humidity levels, as droplets of concentrated acid will collect on the cooling components. Our competitors rely on cumbersome 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. Anyone familiar with Drosophila storage, for example, will understand that the propionic acid present in the chamber can destroy a conventional incubator in under 6 months.

The scenario stated above is a clear concern. There are a variety of other similar issues when it comes to working with insects and using a traditional incubator. The vast majority of incubators are produced for a standard audience and don't require the protections that are needed for insect rearing, and because of this are not ideal for insect rearing applications. Critical details that are often overlooked include:

  • Ability to shut down heating and cooling mechanisms in an emergency.
  • High-heat decontamination.
  • Minimal Noise.
  • Simple to Program.
  • Reliability and durability.

Many incubators that are available on the market today are still operating on dated technology, but biological testing almost never tests at temperatures below 15 degrees Celsius. In most cases, dropping below that temperature can actually be detrimental to the insect specimen and subsequent research.

Darwin Chambers' answer for researchers looking for the best insect rearing chamber is a multi-part solution:

  • Epoxy coated air handles. This coating is the most resistant against long term corrosion.
  • Running the rooms without refrigerant in the room. 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 Seattle, WA. Low pressures, ease of repair, and reliability are just some of the reasons we love it. You can read more on our technologies page.
  • We firmly believe in our UV sterilized ultrasonic humidification approach. It is precise. This system generates minimal heat and thus requires a smaller compressor and consumes less energy. Enjoy all this while still enjoying extreme temperature uniformity from our insect rearing chambers as well.
  • Exclusive Antimicrobial Coated door handles to stop the spread of bacteria and pathogens.
  • The low profile, 2" floor maximizes the capacity within the room, provides insulation performance, and allows minimal ramp requirements to meet A.D.A. requirements.
  • A black embossed finish on the galvanized steel panels within the room is meant to emulate nighttime inside the chamber.

Our non-proprietary standard controls are proven and extremely precise. The setpoints and alarms on our insect rearing chambers in Seattle, WA are easy to set. Diurnal ramping/soaking/cycling of temperatures is standard.

Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle, WA - Our Models

As the research needs, different types and lifestages of insects' needs, and other factors related to your insect-related work differ so greatly, your needs from your Seattle, WA insect rearing chambers will also differ. Darwin Chambers understands that when it comes to essential and groundbreaking scientific study, product development, and other insect rearing related programs, there is no single solution for Seattle, WA insect rearing chambers. You need a quality insect rearing chamber that caters to your facility and the purpose of your insect work. We have engineered a variety of insect rearing chambers in Seattle, WA that can be extensively customized to fulfill your exact needs. Discover additional details about the models we offer for Seattle, WA insect rearing chambers below.

Reach-In Insect Chambers - the IN series

We boast the very first commercially produced large capacity thermoelectric-cooled insect rearing chamber, thousands of which are currently being used by researchers internationally. The models range in size from benchtop to three-door full length. With simple components, installation and maintenance are incredibly easy.

Walk-In Insect Chambers

We construct our walk-in chambers to the custom dimensions and specifications your facility requires. In addition to the standard features that are a part of all of our insect rearing chambers of any size, there are other features to consider when discussing our insect rearing rooms for use in Seattle, WA.

Due to the size and nature of our insect rearing chamber rooms and any other large walk-in chambers, 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: all of our walk-in chambers are complete with safety considerations 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 our indirect cooling system known as a Precision Fluid Temperature Control Unit, or PFTCU, is less expensive and more efficient than comparable competitor systems
  • Durability: we understand that insect rearing walk-in chambers are an enormous investment and have taken measures 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 environments where ambient conditions are extreme or difficult to control or when there is a life heat load. They are also the best choice for researchers whose work requires rapid open door recovery times.

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:

Insect Rearing Chambers Seattle, WA - Order Now

For any organization or institution that works 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 Seattle, WA insect rearing chambers available, and your mission to find them goes no further than Darwin Chambers. We produce the best environment with the highest-performing technology that offers the reliability you need and expect from your insect rearing chambers in Seattle, WA. 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 right for you in Seattle, WA and begin customizing your today. Give us a call at 314-534-3111 or contact us online.

  • Quick and Easy Setup

    Entire cooling systems can be installed and replaced, quickly, with simple tools - no refrigeration tools or certified technicians necessary.

  • Elegant Designs

    We have the capability to offer the best operational fit for your specific requirements—while typically providing systems that are the most efficient, sustainable, and competitively priced, as well.

  • Customized Solutions

    Flexibility and an expert engineering and design team, to provide innovative and highly customized solutions, in addition to our standard product.

  • 24/7 Technical Support

    Free 24/7 technical support via phone or e-mail, throughout the lifetime of your Darwin Chambers product.

  • Temperature & Humidity Control

    Exceptional temperature and humidity control due to proportional microprocessor control.

  • Precision Fluid Temperature Control Unit

    A proprietary indirect cooling system for walk in's. It utilizes a combination of refrigeration technologies, propylene glycol/water heat exchange technologies, and the latest temperature control methods in order to out perform conventional refrigeration systems.

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FDA / ICH Stability Rooms

FDA / ICH Stability Rooms

Our stability chambers offer superior environment control for a variety of applications, and are proven to exceed ICH/FDA stability requirements.

Environmental Rooms

Environmental Rooms

Darwin Chambers Company designs, manufactures, installs, and services custom chambers of all types and sizes, for a wide array of applications.

Insect Rearing Rooms

Insect Rearing Rooms

We have over a decade of highly specialized experience in insect rearing working with researchers to address their needs for studies involving droso …

Cold Rooms

Cold Rooms

Our walk-in cold rooms offer reliable, efficient environmental controls for a variety of applications; including: GMP Storage and Cold Storage for S …

Freezers

Freezers

Darwin Chambers Company Freezer Rooms are designed for maximum reliability, efficiency, and stability.

Incubator / Warm Rooms

Incubator / Warm Rooms

Our walk-in incubators offer reliable, efficient environmental controls for a variety of applications.

Plant Growth Rooms

Plant Growth Rooms

Darwin Chambers Company provides Plant Growth Rooms that are engineered for maximum value, sustainability, and conformance with USDA-APHIS standards …

Material / Test Cure

Material / Test Cure

Our walk-in Materials Test and Cure Rooms offer reliable, efficient environmental controls for a variety of applications.

Archival Storage Rooms

Archival Storage Rooms

Darwin Chambers Company’s NFPA, GSA, and NARA Directive 1571-compliant Archival Storage Chambers are engineered to provide maximum value, efficien …

Altitude Test Rooms

Altitude Test Rooms

Darwin Chambers Company has teamed up with Colorado Altitude Training (CAT), located in Boulder Colorado, to offer a unique chamber for altitude sim …

Vivarium Rooms

Vivarium Rooms

Darwin Chambers Company ALAAC, OLAW, USDA, and NIH-compliant Vivarium Rooms are designed for maximum value, sustainability, and conformance with app …

Drying Rooms

Drying Rooms

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