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Introducing the PHCbi VIP® ECO Natural Refrigerant FrostLess Ultra-Low Freezer

November 13, 2023

At LabRepCo, we take pride in bringing you the latest advancements in laboratory equipment. Today, we’re excited to introduce the newest innovation from the PHCbi brand, the MDF-DU700ZHA-PA model VIP ECO Natural Refrigerant FrostLess Ultra-Low freezer. This ULT freezer is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern laboratories. Say goodbye to frost build-up problems ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs

Cold Storage, PHCBi

PHCbi Brand VIP ECO Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers: Series Overview

June 29, 2023

The VIP ECO Series Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers from PHCbi brand is one of the most recognized and reliable -80C freezer brands in the laboratory industry. These ULT freezers are specifically designed, rigorously tested, and field-proven to ensure the safe and reliable storage of biologicals, vaccines, and high-value samples. All VIP ECO series freezers have earned ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs

Introducing the Latest PHCbi Brand VIP ECO SMART Ultra-Low Temp Freezers

February 27, 2023

The PHCbi brand VIP ECO Ultra-Low Temp Freezers just got an upgrade. Still with the same storage capacities, the new and improved VIP ECO SMART Ultra-Low Temp Freezers now feature more technology with lower energy usage. PHCbi will be keeping their original VIP ECO freezers as an alternative, but the latest ULT’s are the new ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs

What Are Remote Alarm Contacts?

September 26, 2022

Remote alarm contacts are used to send temperature information from a refrigerator or freezer to an external monitoring device. There are two types of remote alarm contacts: 4-20 mA Contacts (analog) and Dry Contacts (digital). These are not actually a remote alarm themselves, but a way to connect and monitor cold storage equipment with an ...

COVID-19, Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, Laboratory Refrigeration Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs, Vaccine Cold Storage & Monitoring Blogs

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Organize Your Laboratory Freezer in 4 Easy Steps

May 26, 2022

Finding the correct freezer racks for laboratory freezers, including upright, chest and liquid nitrogen LN2 freezers, can be difficult. With thousands of options to choose from, it can be an extremely tedious task to go through all of the specifications for each rack. Even knowing the dimensions of the inside of your lab freezer may ...

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The Risks of Using an Old Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer

February 24, 2022

The lifespan of a ULT Freezer and what you should consider if you have an older model. Just how long has your laboratory used the current Ultra Low Temp Freezers in your facility? Ultra-Low Temp Freezers are used to store highly sensitive samples and therefore must be extremely reliable machines. Because of the time needed ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, Laboratory Refrigeration Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs, Vaccine Cold Storage & Monitoring Blogs

Cold Storage, PHCBi

Ultra-Low Freezer Compressors: TwinGuard Dual Cooling Technology vs. Traditional Cascade System

September 15, 2021

Refrigerator & freezer compressors are used to pump refrigerant through a circuit to absorb heat from the cabinet, allowing it to maintain a set temperature. All ultra-low temperature freezers use refrigerants and therefore all have compressors to remove heat from the interior cabinet. But not all compressors are alike… Many ULT Freezers use a traditional ...

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Preventative Maintenance for your Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer

August 3, 2021

Preventative maintenance for your ultra-low temperature freezer is one of the best ways to ensure your unit performs at peak potential. Preventative maintenance helps improve energy consumption and can help extend the lifespan of the freezer. It can also help you meet manufacturer warranty and compliance requirements. Typically, preventative maintenance is performed on an Ultra-Low ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs

COVID-19 Vaccine Potential at Ultra Low Temp Storage of -94F (-70C)

September 17, 2020

Most common frozen vaccines are stored between -58°F and +5°F (-50°C and -15°C). With the release of the new Pfizer coronavirus vaccine, some COVID-19 vaccines will require ultra-low temp storage. These vaccines will call for constant, strict temperatures of -94°F (-70°C) up until 24 hours before administration to the patient. This may prove extremely challenging ...

Laboratory Cold Storage & Equipment Blogs, ULT Freezer Blogs

-70C, -86C, -94F, Coronavirus, Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The Benefits of Air Phase Cryogenic Storage and the PHCbi Brand -150°C Chest Freezer

June 29, 2020

The -150C Cryogenic Freezer from PHCbi provides a reliable air phase cryogenic storage solution without the need for use of Liquid Nitrogen (LN2). This freezer is powered by a high performance auto-cascade refrigeration system to deliver superior cooling and temperature uniformity. Unlike traditional cryo freezers using liquid or vapor phase, the MDF-C2156VANC-PA model -150C freezer ...

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-150C Freezers, Lab Cold Storage, PHCBi, PHCbi Freezers