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KUBE - Laboratory decontamination system
Automated elimination of liquid biological effluents, right at the source.
Compact, mobile, and fully automated, the KUBE treats your biological liquid effluents directly in the laboratory without the use of chemicals. It guarantees a validated F0 50 decontamination level for every cycle, in an under-bench format compatible with BSL1 to BSL3 environments.
- Treatment capacity: Up to 100 L/day (26 gal/day)
- Effluent type: Aqueous (water-based liquids)
- Buffer tank capacity: 25 L (6.6 gallons)
- Environmental certification: ISO 14001
- Patents: FR3553689 / EP14738747.6 / CA2915774
Why choose the KUBE as your laboratory decontamination system?
- Total thermal inactivation, cycle after cycle Thermal treatment at 135°C (275°F) for 2 minutes guarantees the complete destruction of bacteria, viruses, spores, and heat-resistant pathogens. The F0 50 level is equivalent to 50 minutes at 121°C.
- Zero chemicals, no waste management chain No bleach, no biocides, and no hazardous waste collection contracts. The KUBE reduces your regulatory footprint and radically simplifies consumable management. ISO 14001 certified.
- Zero handling of contaminated effluents A fully closed system. Liquids are never handled between production and treated discharge. Operator exposure risk: eliminated.
- Audit-ready traceability Automatic batch reports for every cycle. Can be integrated with your Building Management System (BMS). Your biosafety audits become a formality.
- Compact format, total mobility Footprint of less than 0.48 m². Mounted on casters. Fits under a standard lab bench, next to a BSC (Biological Safety Cabinet), or in restricted access corridors, with no plumbing work required.
Technical specifications
Parameter |
Value |
Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Treatment cycle | 135°C (275°F) / 2 minutes - adjustable | Customizable according to your internal protocols and biosafety level requirements. |
| Decontamination level | F0 50 | Equivalent to 50 minutes at 121°C; guaranteed destruction of the most heat-resistant microorganisms, including bacterial spores. |
| Power supply | Single-phase 110 V - 60 Hz - 1.1 kW / 5 A | Plugs into a standard outlet; no specialized electrical installation or infrastructure modifications required. |
| Footprint (Standard) | 24″ × 32″ (600 × 800 mm) | Installs under a standard lab bench without reorganizing the workspace. |
| Height (Standard) | 32″ (820 mm) | Under-bench format for seamless integration into constrained spaces. |
| Footprint (w/ Containment) | 25″ × 32″ (640 × 810 mm) | Reinforced containment within a footprint nearly identical to the standard model. |
| Height (w/ Containment) | 48″ (1,220 mm) | Preserves operator access despite increased height from the containment module. |
Key features
Mobile
Mounted on casters; can be repositioned in minutes as your needs evolve.
Chemical-free
Thermal treatment entirely replaces bleach and biocides, eliminating chemical waste streams.
100% electric
No auxiliary power source required; plugs into a standard 110 V single-phase outlet.
How the decontamination cycle works?
1. Automatic gravity collection
Biological effluents flow directly into the 25-litre buffer tank. Levels are detected automatically—no manual action is required to start the cycle.
2. Validated thermal treatment
The onboard PLC brings effluents to 135°C for 2 minutes. Temperature is continuously monitored. If a parameter deviates, the cycle is automatically extended or suspended.
3. Cooling before discharge
An integrated heat exchanger lowers the temperature to between 70°C and 75°C before drainage, protecting your pipes from thermal shock. An additional cooling option can reach 40-45°C for sensitive networks.
4. Automatic batch report
At the end of each cycle, a report is generated and archived. Timestamps, temperatures reached, and holding times—all validation data is recorded without human intervention.
Available options & configurations
Option |
Description |
Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| BSL-4 High-Security Module | Reinforced containment for Risk Group 4 pathogens. | Meets the strictest requirements of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) without changing the central unit. |
| Extended Containment Kit | Additional sealing devices for ultra-sensitive areas. | Eliminates any risk of leakage or aerosolization in restricted access environments. |
| Additional Cooling Section | Lowers discharge temperature to 40-45°C. | Protects PVC piping and meets municipal discharge requirements for sensitive drain networks. |
| Batch Report Module | Automatic data archiving for each cycle. | Prepare for biosafety audits effortlessly; every cycle is documented and archived automatically. |
| Remote Monitoring | Cycle control and technical diagnostics by Actini experts. | Reduces maintenance visits, anticipates failures, and ensures maximum operational continuity. |
| Quick Connection Kit | Optimized fittings for instant deployment and relocation. | Reposition the KUBE in minutes as your needs change, without specialized tools. |
| External Storage Skid | Buffer tank extension for effluent volume peaks. | Handles temporary overloads without interrupting production or investing in an additional unit. |
Fields of application
Research laboratories & biotechnology:
Integrates without major works into BSL1, BSL2, and BSL3 environments. Ideal for both large institutions and fast-growing startups needing a reliable, validatable, and mobile solution.
Healthcare facilities & diagnostic labs:
Effluents from analyzers, forensic services, and clinical units are treated on-site before discharge into the municipal sewer, in compliance with provincial and federal Canadian biosafety requirements.
Contract manufacturing organizations (CMO/CDMO):
Frequent changes in protocols and biological product types are no longer an issue. The KUBE adapts without modifying central infrastructure.
Containerized labs & emergency deployments:
Its “Plug-and-Play” design and standard power supply make it the ideal partner for mobile diagnostic units and temporary infrastructures deployed during health crises.
Backup solution & operational continuity:
During planned maintenance or a failure of your central decontamination system, the KUBE takes over immediately to prevent any research or production downtime.
Need to know more about the KUBE?
Discover how our mobile, ready-to-use unit can simplify your effluent management while meeting the strictest standards in Canada. Contact our technical team for a custom configuration tailored to your site’s specific requirements.