Laboratory Specialty Hoods — Tailored Safety for Unique Lab Needs

What Sets Specialty Fume Hoods Apart

Specialty fume hoods are purpose-built ventilation enclosures adapted from standard models, engineered to safely handle challenging or unusual laboratory tasks. These include operations involving corrosive agents, radioisotopes, powders, or thermally sensitive processes—each demanding precise design features and materials.

Key Types & Custom Features

• Acid-Resistant Fume Hoods
  Constructed from highly resistant materials like polypropylene, these hoods are ideal for acid digestion and trace-metal workflows often found in environmental testing or metallurgical labs.
  Common upgrades include Teflon™ spray guns, exhaust washdowns, and integrated drain troughs to manage corrosive buildup.
• Perchloric Acid Hoods
  Engineered to neutralize perchloric acid’s explosive residue, with built-in wash-down systems and rounded, coved interiors to prevent crystal accumulation.
• Radioisotope Hoods
  Featuring stainless-steel lining, HEPA filtration, and sometimes lead shielding, these hoods secure containment of radioactive materials and safeguard environmental release.
• Explosion-Proof Hoods
  Equipped with NEC Division I-certified non-sparking motors, explosion-safe lighting, and rigid conduit, these hoods enable safe handling of flammable vapors.
• Teaching Hoods
  DDesigned for educational labs, these hoods provide enhanced visibility and safe, hands-on instruction for students and instructors.
• ‍Distillation Hoods
  Engineered for distillation processes, these hoods support condensers and vapor-heavy setups with safe, efficient ventilation.

Laboratory Specialty Hoods deliver focused engineering to meet exacting laboratory challenges—whether handling aggressive chemicals, controlling ultrafine materials, or enhancing biosafety