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Solutions
controlled freeze/thaw
The Controlled Rate Chamber Model 4000 Series offers uniformity and repeatability in rapid, controlled freezing and thawing applications. Our technology uses forced-air circulation to provide efficient pulldown from ambient to the desired temperature. Forced-air circulation allows the rapid pulldown process to extend to the fluid core, avoiding false freezing points and optimizing the freezing process (1,000 CFM air circulation).
This unique, convection-based, controlled freezing and thawing process eliminates uncertainty and allows temperature-specific conditioning to satisfy processing and shipping protocols for various pharmaceuticals.
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Model 4000-LC
Applications: Pharmaceutical, BioProcessing
Controls: Programmable LCD
Temp Range: +40°C to -85°C
Storage: 23.3 cu ft / 659.8 l
Electrical:
- 208/240 VAC, 3 Ø, 60Hz, 26 FLA (North America)
- 400 VAC, 3 Ø, 50Hz, 24 FLA (International)
Performance Data:
- Pull Down Empty Chamber < 38 minutes from +25˚C to –80˚C
- Door Open Recovery @ –80˚C < 10 minutes
- 100L Load +25˚C to –80˚C < 12 Hours
- Uniformity Air Temperature +/- 2.0˚C
- Uniformity Product Temperature +/- 1.0˚C
Refrigeration System:
- Heat Transfer Convection, Air Flow
- High Stage R-449A
- Low Stage R-508B
- Defrost - Auto defrost program
- Heat of Rejection – Air Cooled 38,000 BTU/hr (11 kW/hr)
- Heat of Rejection – Water Cooled 1,700 BTU/hr (0.5 kW/hr)
Model 4000
Applications: Pharmaceutical, BioProcessing
Controls: Fixed Controls
Temp Range: +40°C to -85°C
Storage: 23.3 cu ft / 659.8 l
Electrical:
- 208/240 VAC, 3 Ø, 60Hz, 26 FLA (North America)
- 400 VAC, 3 Ø, 50Hz, 24 FLA (International)
Performance Data:
- Pull Down Empty Chamber < 38 minutes from +25˚C to –80˚C
- Door Open Recovery @ –80˚C < 10 minutes
- 100L Load +25˚C to –80˚C < 12 Hours
- Uniformity Air Temperature +/- 2.0˚C
- Uniformity Product Temperature +/- 1.0˚C
Refrigeration System:
- Heat Transfer Convection, Air Flow
- High Stage R-449A
- Low Stage R-508B
- Defrost Auto defrost program, EZ1 Key Touch
- Heat of Rejection – Air Cooled 38,000 BTU/hr (11 kW/hr)
- Heat of Rejection – Water Cooled 1,700 BTU/hr (0.5 kW/hr)
ultra-low temp storage
FARRAR™ pioneered forced air convection cooling to answer the challenge of preserving and storing biological and tissue donor samples and materials. Purpose-built for life science applications, the Ultra-Low Chamber (ULC-190), Ultra-Low Chamber “Pallet” (ULC-311), and the newly launched ULC-259 are the only -20°C to -80°C, forced-air, ultra-low-temperature freezers on the market.
Meet the ULC-259
In 2019, in response to COVID-19, FARRAR answered the call from global manufacturers to provide freezer solutions (ULC-190 and ULC-311) designed for large, bulk commercial ultra-cold storage needs.
Today, drug manufacturers are challenged to develop and release new biologics at an unprecedented pace. Pivoting to meet global distribution demand is critical and requires optimization in manufacturing and distribution.
With the rapid growth of biologic based drugs, more cold storage optimized for material handling is needed for bulk drug substance, final drug product, biologic samples, lot samples, and clinical trial kits. To meet the needs of bio-logistics, biorepositories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and clinical trial customers, FARRAR now offers the ULC-259.
Powerful Options Driven by Process
Engineered for high traffic/frequent access, the ULC-259 is the latest innovation in FARRAR’s ultra-low temperature freezer solution series. Designed for the demanding pull/pack/ship process, this new chamber innovation offers all the features and benefits pharma, biopharma, and biorepository customers have come to rely on with our current ULC-190 and ULC-311 plus intelligent racking and sliding drawer options. The forced- air refrigeration system provides unmatched temperature uniformity and rapid recoveries from door openings to the ULC family.
New ULC-259 Product Capability
- Designed with frequent access storage, clinical trial kitting, and logistics prep process needs in mind
- Ergonomically engineered for high-density storage and pull/pack/ship accessibility
- Chamber accommodates smart sliding racks and carts to minimize product/substance/sample handling
- Allows easy loading and pulling from the ground
- Intelligent drawer systems accommodate clinical donor bag and cryo box upright ULT racking, shippable packaging, bottles, and single-use bags and shells
- Maximized and organized storage density
Applications: Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, Biorepository, Bio-Logistics
Temperature Range: -20°C to -80°C
Temperature Uniformity: +/- 3.0˚C.
Storage: 190 cu ft / 5,380 l
Interior Storage Options: Customizable storage (Vials, Bulk Containers, Cassettes, Bioshells etc.)
Low Energy: 0.33 kWh/cu ft
Footprint: 47 sq ft/ 4.36 m sq
Available Cooling Options:
- Forced Air Circulation
- Water Cooled
Available Electrical Options:
- 50Hz (International)
- 60Hz (North America)
System Backups:
- Controls
- Display
- Electrical
- Refrigeration
Optional Add-On: Shelving System, Portable Material Handling
Applications: Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, Biorepository, Bio-Logistics
Temperature Range: -20°C to -80°C
Temperature Uniformity: +/- 3.0˚C.
Storage: 311 cu ft / 8,806 l
Pallet Capacity (US Pallet):
- 4 - 40” x 48” (W x D)
- 4 - 1016 x 1219 mm
Footprint: 67.5 sq ft/ 6.28 m sq
Available Cooling Options:
- Forced Air Circulation
- Water Cooled
Available Electrical Options:
- 50Hz (International)
- 60Hz (North America)
System Backups:
- Controls
- Display
- Electrical
- Refrigeration
Optional Add-On: Shelving System, Portable Material Handling
Low-Temperature Spaces
Within life sciences, we’re driven to provide customers with proven, engineered, integrated, controlled-environment solutions including bulk storage, blast-freezing, production freezers, and cold spaces (+5° C to -50° C) for product and process development facilities.
What We Do
Our team leverages deep-application expertise and a broad range of equipment and services to deliver walk-in systems that meet your precision-temperature needs and sustainability goals. We understand the challenges involved in maintaining cold-chain integrity and tight environmental specifications and we partner with you throughout project management including:
- Planning the solution
- Installation and setup
- Validation services
- Training and technical support
We also support your solutions with our ongoing preventative and predictive services, currently serving over 200 walk-in chambers in the U.S.
Offerings
Our solutions are ideal for companies committed to mission-critical refrigeration processes and storage for temperature ranges from 5°C to -50°C.
Offerings include:
- Precision-climate walk-in chambers for laboratory, biobanking, biopharma, or clinical storage
- End-to-end planning and installation capabilities (engineering and project management)
- Scalable nationwide maintenance plans
- Remote preventative and predictive monitoring, including proactive technical response
Consultative approach
Whether building a new facility or upgrading your existing one, your project requires careful consideration. Our services include:
- Professional engineering design and drafting
- Refrigeration controls systems with remote monitoring capabilities
- Installation and project management
- Technical support for service operations
- Ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and rapid-response service
additional services
FARRARTM's Service Solutions protects critical cold chain infrastructure at each potential point of failure. Our engineering team can assist with -
- Installation - we ensure your Ultra-Low Chamber or Controlled Rate Chamber gets installed on time and is properly set up.
- Qualification - our expert team knows how to get certification and qualification from governmental regulatory entities. Let us do the hard work of getting approval to start your life sciences application.
- Remote Monitoring - all of our products can be monitored to ensure your application stays within tolerance.
- Predictive Analytics - get insights before a failure occurs.
- Preventative Maintenance - our expert team can keep you up and running through preventative maintenance.
Service Solutions
overview
Efficient process flow requires safe and reliable product transfer equipment. To help maintain product integrity and help ensure material handling safety and efficiency, FARRAR offers standard and custom material handling systems for manufacturing process needs.
These portable carts specifically designed for the ULC-190 and ULC-311 units accommodate all types and sizes of product containers.
Need help identifying the right system? Don’t see what you are looking for? Consult with FARRAR for a custom solution to optimize your process and improve productivity.
Product Cart for Ultra-Low Chamber (ULC-190)
- Bottle Capacity: 36 x 10 L Bottles
- Cart Capacity: 1100 lb
- Shelf Capacity: 275 lb
- Integrated Center Guide and Cane Pin Latch
- Corrosion-Resistant Swivel Locking Casters
- 4 in Phenolic Wheels
- Weight Empty ≈ 200 lb
- Pairs with ULC Transfer Cart
Transfer Cart for Ultra-Low Chamber (ULC-190)
- Cart Capacity: 1300 lb
- Integrated Cane Pin for Concrete Holes
- Corrosion-Resistant Swivel Locking Casters
- 4 in Phenolic Wheels
- Weight Empty ≈ 175 lb
- Pairs with Product Bottle Cart for Ultra-Low Chamber
Product Cart for Ultra-Low Chamber-Pallet (ULC-311)
- Bottle Capacity: 32 x 10 L Bottles
- Cart Capacity: 1100 lb
- Shelf Capacity: 245 lb
- Integrated Center Guide and Cane Pin Latch
- Corrosion-Resistant Swivel Locking Casters
- 4 in Phenolic Wheels
- Weight Empty ≈ 250 lb
Transfer Cart for Ultra-Low Chamber-Pallet (ULC-311)
- Cart Capacity 1350 lb
- Integrated Cane Pin for Concrete Holes
- Corrosion-Resistant Swivel Locking Casters
- 4 in Phenolic Wheels
- Weight Empty≈250 lb