Plug-and-play
Operational in less than an hour, without construction or infrastructure changes.
SINK – Laboratory decontamination system
Thermal decontamination of biological effluents with an integrated sink.
Standalone and fully automated, the SINK treats your biological liquid effluents without the use of chemicals. It guarantees a validated F0 50 decontamination level for every cycle, in a standalone 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 Sink 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 SINK 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. Integration possible with your Building Management System (BMS). Your biosafety audits become a formality.
- Standalone format, simplified installation The SINK connects directly under your existing laboratory sink without structural modifications. A permanent solution that blends seamlessly into your workspace.
Technical specifications
Parameter |
Value |
Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Treatment cycle | 135°C (275°F) / 2 minutes - adjustable | Customizable according to internal protocols and biosafety requirements. |
| Decontamination level | F0 50 | Guaranteed destruction of heat-resistant microorganisms and bacterial spores. |
| Power supply | Single-phase 110 V - 60 Hz - 1.1 kW / 5 A | Plugs into a standard outlet; no specialized electrical installation required. |
| Footprint (standard) | 24″ × 32″ (600 × 700 mm) | Installs without requiring workspace reorganization. |
| Height (standard) | 51″ (1,300 mm) | Column format integrates directly under a bench with a large-format Varicor® sink. |
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.
Standalone unit
The SINK operates completely independently; no connection to third-party equipment is necessary for effluent treatment.
Options and configurations available
Option |
Description |
Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 diagnostics by Actini experts. | Reduces maintenance visits, anticipates failures, and ensures maximum uptime. |
| Quick connection kit | Optimized fittings for instant deployment. | Reposition the unit in minutes as your needs change, without specialized tools. |
| External storage skid | Buffer tank extension for volume peaks. | Handles temporary overloads without interrupting production. |
Fields of application
Research laboratories and biotechnology:
Seamless integration into BSL1, BSL2, and BSL3 environments for both large institutions and startups.
Healthcare facilities and diagnostic labs:
On-site treatment of effluents from analyzers and clinical units, complying with provincial and federal Canadian biosafety standards.
Contract manufacturing organizations (CMO/CDMO):
Easily adapts to frequent changes in protocols and biological products without modifying central infrastructure.
Containerized labs and emergency deployments:
Ideal for mobile diagnostic units and temporary infrastructures during health crises due to its plug-and-play design.
Backup solution and operational continuity:
Takes over immediately during planned maintenance or central system failure to avoid research downtime.
Need to know more about the SINK?
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.