Description
A chemical storage cabinet is a fire-resistant, ventilated steel cabinet for storing toxic solvents, corrosives and other hazardous chemicals inside laboratories and workplaces, keeping incompatible substances segregated and contained. MEK chemical storage cabinets are tested to EN 14470-1 for 30-minute fire resistance and are available from MEK Uganda for laboratories, hospitals, schools and industry.
Key Features
- Designed for toxic lab solvents and chemicals
- Polypropylene (PP) trays protect shelves and contain spills
- Doors with 5 mm toughened safety glass
- Optional top exhaust port with blower, sized to requirement
- Supports segregation of incompatible chemicals
- Thermo-fuse automatically seals the ventilation system in a fire
- Thermo-expanding door seals keep the interior fire-resistant
Technical Specifications
- Glass: 5 mm toughened / safety glass doors
- Trays: Polypropylene (PP)
- Fire resistance: 30 minutes (approved Type 30) in accordance with ISO 834 fire heating curve
- Testing: Tested and approved according to EN 14470-1 (04/2004) and EN 1363-1 (06/2000) by an independent European laboratory
- Labelling: ISO 3864, 92/58/CEE Directive and EN 14470-1 (04/2004)
- Construction: Double wall: steel sheet outer housing, H.P.L. (high pressure laminated) coated inner body, thermal insulation panel between walls
- Finish: Epoxy coating RAL 9010
- Exhaust connection: Ø 100 mm on roof; air inlet and outlet channel in rear panel
- Door closing: Self-closing; fuse link closes doors automatically at 50°C
Applications
- University, school and hospital laboratories
- Pharmaceutical and research facilities
- Factories storing solvents, acids, paints and inks
- Quality-control labs in manufacturing plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What can be stored in a chemical storage cabinet?
It is designed for toxic laboratory solvents and hazardous chemicals such as flammables, corrosives, acids, paints and inks, with incompatible chemicals kept segregated.
How long does the cabinet resist fire?
It is rated for 30 minutes of fire resistance (Type 30) according to the ISO 834 heating curve, tested to EN 14470-1.
Can it be connected to an exhaust system?
Yes. It has a Ø 100 mm roof exhaust connection, and a top exhaust port with blower can be supplied for critical applications.
To request a quotation or technical consultation, contact MEK Uganda at sales@mek.co.ug.
