Choosing a new fume cupboard can seem overwhelming due to the various models and installation options available. This guide is designed to help you select the right fume cupboard for your school lab or prep room. For personalised advice, feel free to contact your sales manager.

Fixed Fume Cupboard

Fixed fume cupboards are permanently installed against a wall within a lab and are suitable for most schools and colleges. They are available with both ducted and recirculating extraction systems.

Mobile Fume Cupboard

Ideal for smaller schools or those with limited space, mobile fume cupboards offer 360-degree visibility and can be moved between rooms thanks to their wheeled design. They feature recirculating extraction and connect to water, gas, power, and drainage through docking stations in each room.

Fume Hood

Fume hoods are compact, bench-mounted units with recirculating extraction. Additional accessories are available upon request.

Ducted Extraction

Ducted extraction systems provide 100% external extraction for a variety of chemicals. Ducting connects either to an existing system or directly to an exterior wall or roof. These units have low running costs since there are no filters to replace.

Recirculating (Ductless) Extraction

Recirculating systems use fans and carbon filters to return air into the room, suitable for standard chemicals used in GCSE and A-level labs. Filters need to be replaced periodically in compliance with COSHH regulations, with intervals displayed on the unit depending on chemical exposure.

Docking Station

Docking stations are necessary for mobile fume cupboards, providing water, gas, drainage, and power connections. They can be mounted on a wall or bench and are lockable when not in use. Quick-release connections allow for easy movement of the fume cupboard between rooms.

Semi-Mobile Ducted Fume Cupboard

Semi-mobile ducted fume cupboards can be moved up to 2 meters from the wall, offering 360-degree visibility for students. They use ducted extraction and connect to a docking station.

Sizing

Our fume cupboards are available in widths of 1m, 1.2m, and 1.5m.

Installation and Commissioning

Ducted fume cupboards require professional installation and commissioning on-site. Recirculating fume cupboards do not need installation or commissioning, though these services are available upon request.

Servicing

Annual servicing is mandatory to ensure the correct operation of fume cupboards.

Delivery

We provide direct delivery from the supplier, with charges included in your quote.

For delivery, we need the following details:

▶ Delivery address

▶ Contact name and phone number

▶ Final location (ground or first floor)

▶ Obstacles like stairs, doorways, or tight turns

Quotations

To get a quote for your new fume cupboard, contact your Select Education sales manager. If necessary, we can arrange a site visit to ensure the best solution is provided.

Browse our range of fume cupboards here.

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