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Insect Rearing Chambers Washington, DC

Darwin Chambers designs, manufactures and installs Insect Rearing Chambers in Washington, DC.

Insect Rearing Chambers Washington, DC. When studying or working with drosophila (fruit flies), mosquitos, and other insects, you need access to precise and reliable insect rearing chambers in Washington, DC 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 that the room can properly grow the specimen without being compromised by the specimen or methods used to procure it. 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. Darwin Chamber's Insect Rearing 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 Washington, DC clients, contact our team at 314-534-3111 or online today.

Insect Rearing Chambers Washington - Specifications

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Insect Rearing Chambers Washington, DC

Walk-in Incubators or Coolers that aren't specifically designed for the rearing of insects or other biological organisms will experience several issues. 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 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. Anyone familiar with Drosophila storage, for example, will know that they bring propionic acid to the chamber that can render a new, conventional incubator useless in under 6 months.

This is clearly a major cause for concern. However, it is not the only issue. The vast majority of incubators are produced for general use and are not created with the unique characteristics of insect rearing in mind, and because of this are unsuited to the needs of an insect researcher or worker. Critical details are often ignored, including:

  • Ability to shut down heating and cooling mechanisms in the event of an emergency.
  • Decontamination Ability with High Heat.
  • Quiet operation.
  • Simple to Program.
  • Reliability and durability.

Many of today's incubator manufacturers still rely on outdated technology, but the truth is much biological research is never done at temperatures below 15 degrees Celsius. In most cases, dropping below that temperature can actually cause damage to the organisms and related research.

For anyone looking for the best insect rearing chamber in Washington, DC, we have a multi-fold 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, works out very well in insect rearing rooms in Washington, DC. Low pressures, ease of repair, and reliability are just some of the reasons we love it. Ge more details on our technologies page.
  • We use a form of humidification that relies on UV sterlized ultrasonics. It is precise. This system generates minimal heat and thus requires a smaller compressor and consumes less energy. On top of all this, our insect rearing chambers are still able to provide very precise, excellent temperature uniformity.
  • Exclusive Antimicrobial Coating on door handles to reduce bacteria from growing and spreading.
  • The low profile, 2" floor maximizes the capacity within the room, improves the insulation performance of the room, and allows minimal ramp requirements to satisfy A.D.A. requirements.
  • Optional panel surface finish available in black embossed galvanized steel to mimic nighttime within the chamber.

Our non-proprietary standard controls are proven and extremely precise. Our insect rearing chambers in Washington, DC come with setpoints and alarms that are easy to operate. Diurnal ramping/soaking/cycling of temperatures is standard.

Insect Rearing Chambers Washington, DC - Our Models

Because each researchers' needs, different types and lifestages of insects' needs, and other factors related to your work with insects are so diverse, your needs from your Washington, DC insect rearing chambers will also differ. Darwin Chambers understands that when it comes to essential and groundbreaking scientific study, product testing, and other endeavors that may involve insect rearing, there is no single solution for Washington, DC insect rearing chambers. You need a premium insect rearing chamber that caters to your facility and the purpose of your insect work. We have manufactured a series of insect rearing chambers in Washington, DC that can be extensively customized to fulfill your exact needs. Discover more about the products we offer for Washington, DC insect rearing chambers below.

Reach-In Insect Chambers - the IN series

We are proud to be the makers of the premiere commercially manufactured large capacity thermoelectric-cooled insect rearing chamber. There are currently thousands in use by researchers throughout the world. The models range in size from benchtop to three-door full length. With simple components, installation and maintenance require little effort.

Walk-In Insect Chambers

We construct our walk-in chambers to the exact dimensions and specifications needed to work in your facility. 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 think about when choosing one of our insect rearing rooms for use in Washington, DC.

Due to the capacity 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 special considerations in mind, 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 an easy-to-pull and readily visible emergency personnel pull cord alarm
  • Efficiency: because of the size of a typical insect rearing room, consistent and reliable refrigeration can be difficult. However, our indirect cooling system known as a Precision Fluid Temperature Control Unit, or PFTCU, is much more affordable and energy efficient than comparable competitor systems
  • Durability: insect rearing walk-in chambers are a hefty investment. We have taken measures like an epoxy coating on functional components to encourage longevity of the chamber and protect against corrosion and other destructive events

Low-Temperature Insect Rearing Chambers - INR Series

Low-temperature insect rearing chambers reach lower temperatures than our other models and have advanced heat removal abilities. 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. 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:

Insect Rearing Chambers Washington, DC - 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. You need and deserve the best Washington, DC insect rearing chambers available. You need not take your search any further than Darwin Chambers. We produce the best state-of-the-art, precision technology and stability your work requires from your insect rearing chambers in Washington, DC. Speak to one of our associates about your needs today. We provide testing, warrantees, and documentation to ensure our products are in top condition and perform as expected for our clients. Our thorough services and considerations give each one of our customers provide a peace of mind that can only be realized when the best products and engineers are used. Find out which Darwin Chambers insect rearing chamber is best for your needs in Washington, DC and start customizing your today. Call us 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

The rapidly expanding industry of medicinal plant cultivation has led to inquiries regarding controlled environment chambers for processes in this f …

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