Kansas City, Mo.--February 2004--Labconco Corporation introduces the new Protector® XVS™ Ventilation Stations in 22.75" and 32" heights and in 2-, 3-, and 4-foot widths to provide user protection by keeping powders and fumes contained during light-duty procedures.

Protector XVS Ventilation Stations feature a deep 23" interior to accommodate a variety of apparatus. The patented (US patent #6,461,233) Clean-Sweep™ air foil sweeps the work surface for maximum containment. Airflow openings pull in flow air from under the air foil so clean air creates a constant barrier of protection from contaminants. Other containment features include an upper sash foil to bleed air into the enclosure to direct contaminants away from the user's breathing zone; an upper dilution air supply to introduce room air at the top of the sash; zone-perforated rear baffle that creates horizontal laminar-like airflow; and side-entry air foils to sweep interior glass surfaces.

The frame is sturdy glacier white and gray, dry powder epoxy-coated aluminum with a steel rear plenum and baffle to dissipate static and resist corrosion. Tempered safety glass front sash, side, and top offer excellent visibility and provide better fire, scratch, and corrosion resistance than acrylic and do not promote static charge. The ergonomic angled sash allows a closer view, reduces glare, and provides a more comfortable operating position than vertical sashes. The enclosure may be ducted to the outside or connected to the FilterMate™ Portable Exhauster outfitted with carbon and/or HEPA filter(s). Accessories include Guardian Airflow Monitors and Fluorescent Light Kit.

For additional information about the Protector XVS Ventilation Station, call Labconco Corporation at (816) 363-0130, email labconco@labconco.com, or download the brochure at www.labconco.com.