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Tips and tricks for working safely in a laminar flow cabinet

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Last modified: 19 October 2026
Tips and tricks for working safely in a laminar flow cabinet
Tips and tricks for working safely in a laminar flow cabinet | Photo: ELSCOLAB

Working safely in a laminar flow cabinet is essential. Yet you don’t think about it all the time. The right working methods are crucial, however, for optimal protection of yourself, your product and your surroundings. That’s why we’re quickly revisiting the key points to keep in mind when working in a class 2 laminar flow cabinet.

  • Positioning a laminar flow cabinet requires due care. Sufficient space is important, so the operator can move freely. A laminar flow cabinet also needs enough room for its airflows.
  • Don’t place your arms or objects on the inlet slots.
  • Avoid cross-contamination by moving your arms slowly.
  • Only place essential equipment and objects in the flow.
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