Guidance on specimen storage

Just as important as the control of temperature to your research, organisation is too. Mislabelled or unorganised storage can lead to human error. Having a refrigerator that has in-built and adaptable storage helps mitigate errors related to organisation. 

Mercatus Bioscience laboratory refrigerators are equipped with shelves and drawers designed with flexibility in mind. Our laboratory units are built for purpose, offering a variable arrangement interior that is designed to fit both grids and drawers according to your requirements. This adaptability ensures efficient use of space while maintaining the required temperature. 

Temperature control is at the heart of laboratory refrigeration. Temperatures can deviate for many reasons, be it whether a refrigerator is opened too long, malfunctioning, overloaded and even power cuts. Fluctuations in and of themselves are not necessarily harmful, permitting that they stay within the specified limits.

Mercatus Bioscience includes a visible temperature gauge to enable a streamlined monitoring of the temperature process. In fact, all products in the Acura range are equipped with visible internal temperature and product temperature displays, and provide minimal fluctuations of just ±2°C from the set temperature to ensure the optimal storage of samples.

Additionally, our refrigerators include alert systems that detect temperature deviations, whether above or below the set temperature range. This feature ensures that any fluctuations are promptly addressed, safeguarding your valuable materials.

Ensuring the security of laboratory materials is just as critical as maintaining precise temperature control. Temperature stability is undoubtedly a paramount factor when storing laboratory materials, but it's not the sole concern. 

The integrity of samples, vials, and other contents can be compromised not only by temperature fluctuations but also by improper handling or potential tampering. Access must be restricted to qualified individuals with authorised permissions. This stringent access control is essential to prevent any intentional or accidental interference, which could lead to inconsistencies or compromised results in experiments.

While temperature regulation is a fundamental aspect, safeguarding against unauthorised access and tampering is equally vital to the success of laboratory operations and should be a basic part of laboratory security. 

Controlling access and managing inventory plays an important component of laboratory operations and can lessen several risks, such as:

- Theft or diversion of critical or high-value equipment 

- Theft or diversion of dual-use chemicals or materials that may be used for illegal activities 

- Accidental or intentional release of - or exposure to - hazardous materials 

- Sabotage of chemicals or high-value equipment 

- Release of sensitive information

- Rogue work or unauthorised laboratory experimentation 

Mercatus Bioscience offers advanced security features that allow for customisable user settings, such as requiring a password for access in Acura models. This restricted access not only serves as a safeguard against theft or unauthorised handling of materials but also provides a recorded account of access. The accountability that recording enables a heightened level of lab management but also a deterrent of foul play. 

Keep your specimens and sensitive products safe with Mercatus Bioscience. Contact our team today.