Optimizing Cold Storage Performance
When it comes to scientific research, optimal performance and reliability of laboratory freezers and refrigerators isn't just a matter of convenience - it's a matter of protecting invaluable samples to ensure scientific progress goes unencumbered.
Suboptimal performance - whether through inconsistent cooling or temperature excursions - can compromise sensitive materials, causing disruptions and financial losses. Fortunately, modern cold storage units can be equipped with a range of innovative features to help cold storage units remain dependable.
Cold storage monitoring systems
Cold storage units with monitoring systems can help improve reliability, by providing information that could help teams perform more proactive maintenance or more quickly react to issues such as temperature fluctuations.
Frost Reduction (ULT Freezers)
Frost accumulation in ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers is a common issue that can damage freezer components, put pressure on the freezer outer door, reduce energy-efficiency and compromise performance. ULT freezers that incorporate frost-reducing technology can help minimize the buildup of ice, helping to maintain efficient operations.
In addition to preserving optimal performance, reducing frost accumulation can free-up staff to spend more time on high-value activities and less on routine maintenance.
Dual Cooling Systems (ULT Freezers)
ULT freezers with dual cooling systems offer an extra layer of protection for stored samples and products. With two independent refrigeration systems, they provide a reliable -86°C environment that can be maintained in a -70°C range if one system fails. Users can then arrange maintenance while the contents remain protected, making dual cooling systems an excellent choice for safeguarding critical materials.
Inverter Compressors
Inverter compressors are a recent advancement in cold storage technology. Unlike ‘on-off’ compressors, inverter compressors dynamically and rapidly adjust their speed based on immediate cooling requirements, enabling better temperature recovery and uniformity. Additionally, ramping up on start-up and ramping down on shut-off can help reduce wear and tear on this critical component.
Access Traceability
Access tracing systems, using electronic digital locks, key cards, or facial recognition, can help organizations to spot deviations from best practices in the laboratory (such as prolonged door openings) so they can be swiftly addressed. This can be a useful tool to help minimize temperature excursions and keep stored products reliably protected.
Remote Monitoring Systems
Remote temperature monitoring systems are crucial for ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of cold storage. Using WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth or cellular technologies, they provide real-time temperature tracking and instant alerts when temperatures deviate from acceptable ranges. By enabling teams to swiftly identify and resolve temperature excursions, these systems can play a vital role in protecting valuable samples.
With the right cold storage solutions, with the right features, you can ensure your critical samples and materials remain reliably protected. But with so many different options to consider, it can be difficult to know which one to choose.
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