Princeton University’s Frick Chemistry Laboratory uses more than 200 Waldner fume hoods as part of its safety and sustainability strategy.
With energy efficiency and environmental responsibility in mind, the Frick Chemistry Laboratory at Princeton University uses hundreds of Waldner fume hoods as part of its laboratory operations and long-term sustainability efforts.
The Frick Chemistry Laboratory, inaugurated in 2010, was designed with features such as large glass windows to maximize natural light, water-saving systems, and a flexible layout. The selection of fume hoods followed the same approach, prioritizing safety, sustainability, and efficiency.
“The chemistry department is one of the biggest energy consumers on campus, mainly because of our extensive use of fume hoods,” says Stellios Maroulis, facility manager at Frick Chemistry Lab, in a release. “So, it was crucial to choose a provider that prioritized not only safety but also sustainability. Waldner fume hoods were selected for their advanced technologies that addressed both concerns—and I’m happy they were. After all these years, all 200-plus hoods have remained efficient and precise, even after constant exposure to chemicals, research, and experimental use.”
Given the demanding nature of the experiments—ranging from analyzing chemical reactions to studying properties like acidity and oxidation—the fume hoods require ongoing maintenance and support.
“These fume hoods are top of the line. And just like a fine car that stays on the road for decades, with proper service, these hoods continue delivering top performance with the right care,” Maroulis says in a release. “
A few years after the lab opened, additional fume hoods were installed to support expanded operations.
Photo caption: Waldner fume hoods at Frick Chemistry Laboratory at Princeton University
Photo credit: Waldner
