Thermo's proven reliability in ULT freezing makes it ideal for storage of Covid-19 specimens

Long term storage of all COVID-19 specimen types must be done at temperatures below -70°C as specified by the WHO and CDC in recent publications. The proven reliability of the Thermo Scientific FDE Forma -86°C Ultra Low Temperature Freezer range makes it the ideal choice when you need to increase sample storage capacity due to the COVID-19 emergency.

This series is offered with a 5-year standard warranty from the manufacturers. Forming part of the Standard Performance (STP) family, Thermo Scientific Forma FDE Series ultra-low temperature freezers feature four upright models that maximise storage capacity from 30 000 up to 60 000 2mL vials.

The FDE series is a sustainable and reliable solution with ultimate sample security and operational savings for every laboratory. In addition, this series has a wide range of accessories to facilitate your sample storage.

Features and benefits of this range

• Energy reduction saves on electricity, up to 25%

• Heat output reduction saves on HVAC need/continued cost

• Lower noise allows for “in lab” equipment positioning minimising footsteps, below 53dBA

• Sets the baseline for manufacturer’s warranty coverage – five years

• Recovers cabinet temperature 20% faster after opening the door. 1

• Natural hydrocarbon refrigerants reduce system operating stresses

• The new H-drive Information Center (HIC) combines easy to read temperature with simple capacitive touch buttons in a 5.6” display

• Four capacities (300, 400, 500 and 600 2-inch box) to accommodate a variety of storage needs and lab footprint specifications

• All models contain four inner doors allowing for easy sample access without exposing greater freezer content to ambient conditions

• Improved customer convenience with new ergonomically designed handle, high contrast eye-level display, and comfortable easy-access shelf locations

• Security features including alarm settings and padlock-compatible doors

• Slimline version allows maximum storage with less floor space.

Typical freezer test data based on internal testing inambient temperature at 20°C; Typical standardvalidation protocol of +/-10°C.

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