Flammable Safety Storage Cabinets, Type 30 for Reliable Laboratory Safety
Flammable Safety Storage Cabinets, Type 30 by Labor Security Systems provide TÜV Certified protection for storing flammable liquids and solids in South African laboratories. These cabinets are ideal for settings requiring short-term fire containment. They meet the stringent standards of EN 14470-1, SANS 54470-1, and EN 16121/16122, offering 30-minute fire resistance without disrupting your lab’s workflow.
Certified Fire Resistance and Safety Compliance
Each Type 30 cabinet is tested and certified to provide 30 minutes of fire resistance, offering an essential layer of safety for flammable materials. In case of a fire, several automatic safety features are triggered:
- Safety valves close at 70 ± 10 °C to block air recirculation
- Intumescent seals expand to insulate and seal the cabinet interior
- The Ignis-Lock system locks the doors to prevent access during exposure
As a result, the fire remains contained, minimizing risks to personnel and facilities.
Smart Ventilation and Operator Protection
To ensure safe air exchange, the cabinets are equipped with dual certified valves that enable natural ventilation at least 10 times the cabinet’s internal volume per hour. Moreover, the system supports connection to a motorised extractor. You can also add a charcoal filter to remove toxic vapours—enhancing safety for both staff and lab environments.
Practical Models for Flexible Storage
The Type 30 series offers multiple models suited to different storage needs:
- MINIBOX – a compact underbench unit designed to hold four 2.5 L bottles
- AC 600 T30 – a medium-sized cabinet for storing up to 100 L of flammables
- AC 1200 T30 – a large capacity unit with space for up to 160 L
All models use eco-friendly, fire-resistant insulation and include tray-style shelves with a bottom spill basin for leak containment. In addition, a palletised base ensures simple transport and fast installation.
Apex Scientific proudly supplies certified, high-performance safety cabinets for chemical storage across South Africa. Explore our full range and visit our Insights page to read our article, Flammable Safety Cabinets in South Africa: Regulations, Types, and Best Practices.