The Laboratory Safety Containers category supports laboratories that need to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. The range spans routine bench requirements and more specialised applications where material choice, control and repeatability become especially important. A practical point for this category is that heathrow Scientific and Kartell provide a variety of versatile laboratory storage containers and transport boxes designed for organization and safe handling of non-volatile materials and samples.
PPE and safety products must match the identified hazard, because general-purpose protection may be unsuitable for a specific chemical, exposure route or task. For dependable results, compare inspection requirements, replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use and confirm that the selected item is suitable for both the immediate task and the surrounding workflow.
Risk assessment comes first, followed by selection of suitable engineering controls, PPE, emergency equipment, inspection routines and replacement intervals. This coordinated approach is particularly useful in research, clinical, education, manufacturing, field and service laboratories, where repeatability and clear operating procedures matter. As part of the Laboratory Safety and PPE range, these products can be selected with the equipment and consumables used before and after this stage.
Our Laboratory Safety Containers Range
Our collection covers the linked product groups used to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response, including drum sumps and bunds and transport and storage containers.
Chemical Drum Sumps and Bunds
The Chemical Drum Sumps and Bunds range covers equipment and consumables used to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Zinc-plating provides enhanced corrosion resistance and durability for Asecos KTC trays, making them particularly suitable for harsh industrial environments where aggressive chemical exposure is likely.
Laboratory Transport and Storage Containers
The Laboratory Transport and Storage Containers range covers equipment and consumables used to reduce exposure to chemical, biological, particulate, thermal and physical hazards during routine work and emergency response. Start with the application and sample, then compare protection rating or intended use, material compatibility, fit and coverage, and inspection requirements.
Featured Brands
Kimberly-Clark is known for low-lint wipes, protective apparel and workplace hygiene consumables, AS ONE is known for cleanroom supplies, compact laboratory equipment and general consumables, and LLG Labware is known for practical laboratory consumables, accessories and routine bench supplies. Compare each brand by inspection requirements, replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use, and check what is included with the product so the complete setup is clear before ordering.
Why Choose LabFriend for Laboratory Safety Containers
At LabFriend, we are committed to helping UK laboratories select laboratory safety containers around the actual method, not simply the most prominent specification. Our knowledgeable team can assist with inspection requirements, replacement and storage, identified hazard, and protection rating or intended use, and can help identify the accessories or consumables needed to make the setup workable from the first use. As a 100% online laboratory supplier, we provide competitive pricing, transparent lead times and a convenient way to compare connected products in one place.
Use the laboratory safety containers range to build a coordinated laboratory safety equipment and personal protective equipment workflow, from the primary equipment through to the items needed for preparation, connection, cleaning and repeat use. Useful related areas include Laboratory Safety Footwear and Laboratory Safety Signs, which can help complete the surrounding workflow. Keeping these requirements together makes it easier to maintain stock, train users and plan future replacements without fragmenting purchasing across multiple suppliers. Add the required items to your cart and select Instant Quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Rötzmeier a leader in laboratory safety containers?
Rötzmeier specializes in high-quality stainless steel safety cans and containers, providing laboratory solutions that offer exceptional durability and chemical resistance for the safe storage of flammable liquids. Laboratories should compare identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, and material compatibility and document the selected setup for consistent use.
How do Asecos and Albert Kuhn support secondary containment?
Asecos and Albert Kuhn offer robust laboratory drum sumps and spill trays designed to capture accidental leaks, providing a critical safety barrier for large-volume chemical storage areas. Laboratories should compare identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, and material compatibility and document the selected setup for consistent use.
What are the benefits of using SCAT safety waste systems?
SCAT provides advanced laboratory waste systems and safety caps that effectively block harmful solvent vapours, ensuring a healthier breathing environment and preventing hazardous emissions during liquid disposal. Before ordering, confirm identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, and material compatibility and any accessories or consumables needed for routine use.
Are Bohlender and Bochem containers suitable for corrosive chemicals?
Bohlender provides high-purity fluoropolymer containers and Bochem offers specialised metal hardware, both engineered to withstand highly corrosive laboratory reagents and maintain sample integrity. The final choice should reflect identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, and material compatibility, as these points influence day-to-day compatibility and repeatability.
Can Heathrow Scientific and Kartell containers be used for routine storage?
Heathrow Scientific and Kartell provide a variety of versatile laboratory storage containers and transport boxes designed for organization and safe handling of non-volatile materials and samples. The final choice should reflect identified hazard, protection rating or intended use, and material compatibility, as these points influence day-to-day compatibility and repeatability.