Test Chambers in Portland, OR Test Chambers in Portland, OR. Also called environmental test chambers, test chambers are essential for ensuring the integrity of research and product testing. You need to know if they can withstand climatic changes, temperature and humidity changes, and other stress. Since 2003, Darwin Chambers has been the preferred controlled environment manufacturers for many Portland, OR companies. If you're looking for test chambers, call Darwin today at (314) 534-3111 or request a free quote. What Are Test Chambers? Test chambers are specially constructed boxes, of various sizes, used to conduct scientific experiments or test the effects of environmental conditions on test subjects. The controlled environment of a test chamber allows researchers to accurately replicate conditions that would be otherwise challenging to duplicate in the real world. Charles F. Conrad designed the first environmental test chamber on his front porch in Holland, MI in 1951, by modifying a residential freezer to reach temperatures of -125℉. He sold it to General Motors Heat Treat Lab, who quickly asked Conrad to produce two more. Ever since, test chambers have been designed and used to simulate a wide range of conditions, from extreme cold and heat, humidity or replicating various altitudes. One of the main advantages of using test chambers is that they allow for very precise control of the environment. This means that Portland, OR researchers can be confident that the results of their experiments are not affected by factors that they are not testing for. Types of Test Chambers in Portland, OR Darwin Chambers initially introduced our stability chambers to Portland, OR researchers in 2003 as the first large-capacity thermoelectric-cooled pharmaceutical test chambers. Since then, we've continued to innovate, incorporating our technologies and our skills to deliver precise and reliable chambers that are perfect for researchers in a variety of fields. Some of our most popular test chambers in Portland, OR are: Environmental Test Chambers — One of our best-selling products, our environmental chambers are quiet, easy to clean, repair, and upgrade, extremely reliable, and well-suited for laboratory use, providing unequaled precisions. Standard units can reach temperatures as low as 2℃ or as high as 50℃, and greater temperature ranges can be reached through upgrades at extra cost. Stability Test Chambers — Our stability test chambers are made to surpass FDA and ICH guidelines. Thousands of our stability chambers are presently in use by many pharmaceutical, cosmetic, nutraceutical, medical device, therapeutic pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical stress testing, and other research purposes both in Portland, OR and globally. Other popular stability options include stability refrigerators and stability freezers. Concrete Curing Chambers — These are great for the rigors of exact temperature and humidity control in concrete, asphalt, and other hard surfaces. Unlike the vast majority of "testing" apparatus available to control temperature/humidity for engineering demands, these chambers offer reliable operation, durable construction, and accurate results. The MC Series offers serious performance to Portland, OR engineers and researchers looking for serious results. Altitude Test Rooms — We have teamed up with Colorado Altitude Training (CAT) in Boulder, Colorado, to offer a unique chamber for altitude simulation. Our system can reduce the oxygen content from 20.9% to 15.2%, while the pressure stays the same. Our altitude testing units have been used by numerous well-known clients, including the U.S. Speed Skating Team, Harvard University, Doha Sports Hospital, College of William and Mary, Mayo Clinic, Tour de France winners and many more. Freeze/Thaw Test Chambers — These are well-suited for Portland, OR researchers looking for ramp/soak programming. These units permit you to determine if your product will remain stable under various conditions. During the freeze/thaw cycle your product undergoes numerous different temperature changes that it might encounter during its lifespan. You can easily change the temperatures, duration of testing, and how many cycles are performed each day. These Freeze Thaw chambers are great for ASTM materials testing, as well as testing for pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and cosmetic products. Temperatures can extend from -25℃ to 50℃. Heated-Humidified Incubators/Ovens Our HH Series chambers are ideal for pharmaceutical stress testing at 50C/75%RH. They can maintain temperatures as low as 5℃ or as high as 70℃ and offer standard control at the sensor of ±0.2℃ and ±0.3%RH. Our proprietary ultrasonic humidification system does not allow for hot spots within the unit and significantly decreases required maintenance costs. Have other research needs in Portland, OR? You can see our full line of reach-in chambers here. We offer sizes to fit any laboratory need, from smaller benchtop models that can be stacked to one, two, and three-door chambers. For greater storage needs and/or the ability to completely customize your unit, check out our controlled environment rooms. Other controlled environment rooms and reach-in chambers we offer in Portland, OR include: Reach-In ChamberTransportable Archival Storage RoomsMobile Environmental RoomsTransportable Concrete Curing RoomsPortable Stability Storage Why Choose Darwin For Your Test Chambers in Portland, OR Our main goal is providing our Portland, OR clients with test chambers that fit your needs while being very energy- and cost-efficient. When you order an environmental test chamber from us, you have access to dedicated technical support 24/7. Beyond building the highest-quality test chambers, we offer a variety of services as long as your unit laughs, including preventive maintenance, calibration, validation and qualification, and service plans. As an industry leader, we strive to get to know our clients. We also offer extended warranties. If you're looking for an environmental test chamber in Portland, OR, contact to Darwin Chambers today for more information. Speak to a Darwin representative at your earliest convenience at (314) 534-3111 or request a free quote.