cryo-room
design

Design Consultation

Efficient cryo-room design and installation services, delivering tailored solutions for optimal functionality and performance.

Whether you’re setting up a new cryo-room or expanding an existing one, we offer a comprehensive design and installation service to ensure optimal efficiency.

Our team works closely with you to understand your specific requirements, ensuring the cryo-room is not only well-organised but also optimised for peak performance.
From conceptualisation to implementation, we prioritise efficiency, creating a seamless and productive environment for your cryogenic needs.

Choosing the right equipment

When planning your cryo-room, thoughtful consideration of the application is crucial, taking into account the nature and size of the units (liquid or vapour) and the specific storage requirements. Certain designs excel in optimising liquid nitrogen usage, offering enhanced sample security and substantial reductions in liquid nitrogen consumption.

Prioritising efficiency in your unit selection can have a profound impact on both sample preservation and operational cost-effectiveness.

Pipework and Control

Our Design Consultation service goes beyond just choosing the right equipment, encompassing intricate pipework and comprehensive control systems to ensure the seamless and efficient operation of your lab.

In numerous cryo-room installations, we employ Super Insulated Vacuum Line (SIVL) technology to guarantee highly efficient and reliable liquid nitrogen transfer. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also contributes to the overall reliability of your cryogenic system.

Security Access

Ensuring the security of a cryo-room is paramount for safeguarding valuable samples and equipment. Typically, card or code access systems are employed to enhance security. However, it is equally crucial to establish well-defined emergency escape routes to prioritise safety in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Balancing robust security measures with comprehensive safety protocols is integral to the design and functionality of a secure cryo-room.

Cryo-room Setup

Confidently set up a new cryo-room that meets your specific needs, complies with safety and regulatory requirements, and provides reliable and efficient storage of your biological samples.

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Dewars

Dewars are vacuum-insulated containers designed for the storage and transportation of liquid nitrogen or other cryogenic liquids.

Freezers

Liquid Nitrogen Freezers achieve ultra-low temperatures for long-term storage of biological samples, vaccines, cell cultures, and other sensitive materials.

Speciality Gases

Our Speciality Gases line is an invaluable resource for laboratories, offering a diverse array of ultra high-purity (UHP) gases and gas mixtures tailored for instrument calibration, process control, and various chemical applications

Low Heat Loss

With SIVL pipework, you can reduce heat loss thus minimising liquid nitrogen consumption

Pipework

We employ Super Insulated Vacuum Line (SIVL) technology to guarantee highly efficient and reliable liquid nitrogen transfer.

CryoEase® Service

A convenient and cost-effective, reliable liquid nitrogen supply solution. A compact on-site cryogenic tank that is regularly replenished by a specially-designed delivery vehicle.

Have you considered the following essentials when designing your cryo-room?

Are BCGA (British Compressed Gas Association) regulations considered in the cryo-room design, ensuring compliance and legal requirements?
Is the cryo-room optimally located on the ground floor against an external wall, simplifying ventilation, reducing losses during refilling, and minimising liquid nitrogen delivery pipeline costs?
Have the current cryo-room size and potential expansion needs in the next 1-3 years been thoroughly assessed, including the evaluation of the number and types of liquid nitrogen freezers?
What strategic considerations are taken into account when placing freezers, considering proximity to external/internal walls and the liquid nitrogen delivery point in alignment with current requirements?
Have careful material selections been made for flooring and door components in the cryo-room, considering potential spillages and the need for controlled access?
Is the implementation of daisy-chaining explored for multiple liquid nitrogen freezers to optimise filling and reduce overall liquid nitrogen consumption?
When determining liquid nitrogen tank capacity, is the evaluation based on a 2-week consumption plus a minimum 30% reserve, and have options for fixed outdoor storage tanks been considered?
Are there sufficient extraction systems in place to safely vent gases outside, ensuring continuous operation for enhanced safety in the cryo-room?
Is regular oxygen monitoring implemented due to nitrogen's potential impact on oxygen levels, and is proper maintenance prioritised for ongoing safety?
Are common control panels utilised for streamlined management of electronic inputs, encompassing local exhaust ventilation, atmospheric monitoring, door securing, and oversight of supply tanks, distribution systems, and freezers?

Liquid Nitrogen Supply & Delivery

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The right fit for you and your samples

From gas supply to laboratory design, installation, sample storage, training and ongoing maintenance and support, we're here to help you find the optimum cryogenic storage for your needs. Start by using this interactive selector guide to find the right options for you.