Camlab and Shellab have introduced the Bactron anaerobic chamber to the UK. Already an established technology in the USA, these units are already being used in various UK research facilities.
As more and more laboratories realise the cost savings available by moving from vacuum jars or bags to anaerobic workstations, they also begin to realise the improvement in successful culturing and identification.
The Bactron anaerobic environmental chamber is designed to allow efficient and dexterous glove-free handling and inspection of samples. Modular systems within the chamber facilitate the completion of procedures from unpacking material to inoculation, incubation, inspection and recovery, all without exposure to oxygen.