In modern laboratories, what counts is not how many features a device has, but whether it really makes everyday life easier. Anyone who works with a Class II safety cabinet on a daily basis knows that it must be quiet, reliable and ergonomically designed, easy to clean and intuitive to operate - without distracting menus or annoying noises. It is crucial that the product, personnel and surroundings are protected while the workflow remains undisturbed. This is precisely where Labogene's safety cabinets come in: They combine clear operating logic with tested airflow in accordance with EN12469, work pleasantly quietly, are easy to clean and offer convincing value for money in the Swiss market.
Scandinavian engineering tradition
Labogene is not a newcomer. Its roots go back to Heto Holten, later ScanLaf, before it became Labogene. This path is more than just a change of name - it is the continuity of an engineering tradition that focuses on substance rather than short-term trends. The philosophy is: first perfect the essentials, then develop them step by step. This results in workbenches that deliver reliable performance for decades - formerly as OEM products, today directly via VITARIS for the Swiss market.
Picture: Labogene main building, Lillerød, Denmark
Standard-compliant ergonomics
Labogene's Class II Mars safety cabinets focus on the essentials: stable, laminar airflow, an optimized plenum above the main filter for less resistance and efficient airflow, and energy-efficient EC fans that reduce power consumption and noise levels. Operation is also designed for everyday use: Clear status displays, eco mode for pauses, programmable UV cycles for added safety. Filters can be changed without complicated handling, service technicians have easy access and the smooth interior surfaces make cleaning easier. Segmented worktops and the ergonomic V-shape front reduce cross-contamination and support concentrated work.
The operation also follows this principle: clear status displays for air flow, light and operating mode, supplemented by an eco mode for breaks. A programmable UV cycle can automatically provide additional safety before work begins - naturally only when the window is closed and always as a supplement to wipe disinfection.
Filters can be changed easily and without acrobatic handling, and service technicians have convenient access. HEPA or ULPA filters are available as required. Internal surfaces are deliberately kept smooth to make cleaning easier, and the usable work surface is one of the largest in this class. Segmented worktops allow clean separation of work zones from left to right, minimizing the risk of cross-contamination.
Another detail is the V-shape front: it provides a comfortable hand rest and at the same time prevents sleeves from disrupting the air flow. The result is ergonomics that make it easier to concentrate on your work.
Picture: Close-up V-Shape
In short: Labogene does not follow every trend - but continues to develop in a targeted manner until the solution works naturally. The result is tools that you don't notice because they simply work.
Security in everyday life - clear routines
Working safely in the laboratory does not depend on chance, but on routines. That is why Labogene safety cabinets support clear procedures that have proven their worth:
- 10-10-10 rule: Switch on 10 minutes before starting work, work 10 cm behind the front edge, run on for 10 minutes after finishing work.
- Material flow: From "clean" to "less clean" - the segmented work surface makes it easy.
- Cleaning: Wipe disinfection with 70 % ethanol or isopropanol, from top to bottom, from inside to outside, including under the panels. Observe contact time, use lint-free cloths.
- UV light: Only when empty and closed - always as a supplement to disinfection, never as a replacement.
- Checks & qualification: daily visual inspection and annual qualification by specialists ensure standard-compliant operation and create audit security.
This makes security part of everyday life - simple, comprehensible, reliable.
Sustainable profitability
Substance instead of show also means economic advantage:
- EC fan and intelligent pause modes reduce energy costs.
- Long filter operating times and good access reduce service costs.
- Example: A Mars 1200 saves up to 704 kWh per year - equivalent to around CHF 176 in energy costs.
- "Silent effects": less contamination, fewer rejects, fewer repetitions.
The result: less training, less downtime, more peace and quiet in the laboratory - all factors that are crucial, especially when budgets are tight and schedules are tight.
Simple integration
What counts for laboratory planners is that devices can be seamlessly integrated into the room. Labogene safety cabinets do not require any special interfaces and are easy to integrate. The design department supplies data in all common formats - including BIM integration.
For specific questions or special requirements, the following applies: while the laboratory planner is responsible for the overall planning, we at VITARIS are on hand with product-specific specialists to provide advice - fast, uncomplicated and practical.
Conclusion
What counts in the end is whether a safety cabinet makes work easier, guarantees safety and respects your budget. This is exactly what Labogene safety cabinets stand for. Behind this quality lies Danish engineering tradition, combined with a philosophy of evolution instead of fast trends.
Together with VITARIS, we support you throughout the entire life cycle: from consulting and planning to commissioning, training and annual qualification. Practical aids such as compact SOP posters for handling and cleaning round off the package. This turns a one-off purchase into a stable partnership - which is precisely why leading laboratories in Switzerland choose Labogene and VITARIS.
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