Flow Sciences, Inc.

ARES Scientific: Your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences Containment Solutions

ARES Scientific is proud to serve as your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences, connecting you with a world-renowned manufacturer of high-performance containment solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research laboratories. Since the 1990s, Flow Sciences Inc. has pioneered advanced containment technology including the industry’s first vibration-isolated Vented Balance Safety Enclosures (VBSE), sophisticated isolators, and USP-compliant sterile compounding systems. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer, Flow Sciences combines cutting-edge Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) engineering with rigorous factory acceptance testing to deliver containment systems that protect personnel, products, and processes at containment levels reaching below 1 μg/m³.

When you partner with ARES Scientific as your official Flow Sciences distributor, you gain access to the complete line of containment enclosures, expert application engineering support, competitive factory-direct pricing, and comprehensive service throughout the Mountain West region. Whether you need vented balance enclosures for high-potency API weighing, restricted access barrier systems (RABS) for sterile compounding, or custom isolators for specialized applications, we deliver genuine Flow Sciences equipment backed by full manufacturer warranty and responsive local support.

Why Choose ARES Scientific as Your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences

Selecting ARES Scientific as your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences provides exceptional advantages that ensure optimal containment system selection, installation, and long-term performance.

• Factory Authorization: Direct access to Flow Sciences engineering resources, technical specifications, and application expertise as an official distributor
• Containment Expertise: Our team understands containment principles, OEL/OEB requirements, and regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical and research applications
• Application Engineering Support: Comprehensive consultation on enclosure selection based on compound potency, process requirements, and personnel protection needs
• CFD-Optimized Solutions: Access to Flow Sciences’ Computational Fluid Dynamics engineering for custom containment designs and performance validation
• Competitive Pricing: Factory-direct pricing on all Flow Sciences vented enclosures, isolators, RABS, and cleanroom systems
• Full Manufacturer Warranty: Complete Flow Sciences warranty coverage including parts, service, and technical support
• Installation and Qualification: Coordination of system installation, performance qualification (PQ), and containment validation testing
• Ongoing Technical Support: Continued assistance with operation, maintenance, filter replacement, and system optimization

Complete Flow Sciences Containment Solutions Product Line Available

As your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences, ARES Scientific offers complete access to containment enclosures, isolators, and cleanroom systems engineered for pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology research, and high-potency compound handling. Browse our selection below or call 720-283-0177 ext 2 to discuss your specific containment requirements.

Vented Balance Enclosures and Contained Vented Enclosures

Flow Sciences Top Mounted Enclosure Series VBE, CVE, Class I Bio Safety – Proven containment below 1 μg/m³ for benchtop, scale-up, and nanotechnology applications. Vibration-free top-mounted fan design ensures weighing accuracy, while airfoils and plenums create laminar airflow across work surfaces for superior containment performance

Vented Balance Enclosures – Complete selection of vibration-isolated containment enclosures for pharmaceutical weighing and dispensing operations

Contained Vented Enclosures (CVE) – Enhanced containment systems for high-potency APIs and HPAPIs with HEPA filtration and negative pressure operation

Hybrid Isolators and Dual-Purpose Systems

Flow Sciences Hybrid Isolator Dual Purpose Glovebox and Vented Enclosure – Innovative dual-mode system providing two enclosures in one. Operates as a traditional vented enclosure with removable glove panel, or converts to full glovebox isolation for highly toxic applications. Third-party tested containment below 50 ng/m³ for OEB 3-5 compounds

Specialized Containment Systems

Flow Sciences DRYSOLATOR with PLC Controlled Interior Environment – PLC-controlled, vibration-free interior with ISO 5 cleanliness. Side-mounted HEPA inlet creates clean working environment while accommodating varying equipment sizes. Ideal for moisture-sensitive or controlled-atmosphere applications

USP Compliant Sterile Compounding Systems

Flow Sciences MicroSphere RABS Restricted Access Barrier System Isolator – USP <797> compliant restricted access barrier system for sterile compounding. ISO 5 primary engineering control suitable for antibiotics, biotech, diabetics, ophthalmics, intrathecals, pain management, respiratory medications, and TPN compounding with MERV 8 prefilter and HEPA filtration

Flow Sciences ChemoSphere cRABS – Closed Restricted Access Barrier System for Chemo Compounding – USP <797/800>, OSHA, and NIOSH compliant closed restricted access barrier system. ISO Class 4 (Class 10) stainless steel barrier isolator with negative pressure for safe, aseptic, ergonomic chemotherapy compounding without cleanroom construction

Flow Sciences CleanFlow Laminar Flow Hood – USP <797> Compliant ISO 7 Cleanroom Solution – Cost-effective USP <797> compliant laminar flow workstation providing ISO 7 cleanroom-grade clean air. Aseptic, ergonomic, modular design available in wide range of sizes for sterile compounding applications

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Clean Air & Containment – Browse all containment solutions from multiple manufacturers including biological safety cabinets, fume hoods, and isolators

Flow Sciences: Engineering Excellence in Containment Technology Since the 1990s

Flow Sciences Inc. has established itself as a global leader in containment engineering through decades of innovation in personnel protection, product containment, and process isolation. Their comprehensive product portfolio serves pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotechnology companies, research institutions, and compounding pharmacies worldwide with solutions engineered to meet the most demanding safety and regulatory requirements.

Pioneering Containment Innovation

Vented Balance Safety Enclosure (VBSE) Innovation: In the 1990s, Flow Sciences pioneered the VBSE concept by introducing the first independent fan exhaust system mounted on top of the enclosure. This revolutionary design isolates vibrations from the work surface, ensuring weighing accuracy for analytical and micro balances while providing superior containment for high-potency compounds.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineering: Flow Sciences was among the first containment manufacturers to incorporate advanced CFD modeling into enclosure design. This sophisticated computational analysis optimizes airflow patterns, eliminates turbulence, and enlarges containment volumes while maintaining superior personnel protection and environmental control.

Laminar Airflow Technology: Proprietary aerodynamic airfoil designs and internal plenum systems create smooth, horizontal laminar airflow patterns across work surfaces. This eliminates eddy currents and turbulence that can cause balance fluctuations, product loss, and reduced containment performance.

Vibration Isolation: Top-mounted exhaust fans and independently supported structures eliminate vibration transfer to work surfaces, enabling accurate weighing down to microgram levels while maintaining containment performance. This unique capability has made Flow Sciences the preferred choice for pharmaceutical analytical laboratories worldwide.

Quality and Certifications

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing: Flow Sciences maintains rigorous quality management systems ensuring consistent production quality, process control, and product performance that meet international standards.

Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT): Every Flow Sciences enclosure undergoes comprehensive factory acceptance testing before shipment. This includes airflow verification, HEPA filter integrity testing, containment validation, and system performance qualification.

Third-Party Containment Validation: Flow Sciences systems are regularly tested by independent laboratories to verify containment performance. Test results demonstrate containment capabilities reaching below 1 μg/m³ for standard enclosures and below 50 ng/m³ for high-containment isolators.

Regulatory Compliance: Flow Sciences designs comply with relevant industry standards including USP <797>, USP <800>, OSHA regulations, NIOSH guidelines, and cGMP requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing and compounding applications.

Advanced Engineering Features

Dual HEPA Filtration: Primary and secondary 4-inch HEPA filters (99.995% efficiency at most penetrating particle size) provide redundant protection for both personnel and environment. Systems can recirculate filtered air or exhaust through building ventilation.

Chemical-Resistant Construction: Phenolic resin work surfaces with dished edges contain spills effectively while resisting chemical attack. Polypropylene and acrylic superstructures provide visibility, durability, and chemical compatibility.

Modular, Scalable Design: Standard widths from 2 to 8 feet accommodate diverse applications from single-balance installations to large-scale production operations. Custom sizing available for specialized requirements.

Intelligent Monitoring: Integrated velocity alarms with visual indicators (green for proper operation, red for low velocity) ensure continuous performance monitoring. Optional pressure differential gauges, PLC controls, and data logging enhance system oversight.

Ergonomic Features: Angled front panels, optimized working heights, and strategically positioned service doors provide operator comfort and accessibility while maintaining containment integrity.

Application-Specific Solutions

Pharmaceutical Weighing and Dispensing: VBSE and CVE systems provide containment for high-potency active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and highly potent APIs (HPAPIs) during weighing, dispensing, and sampling operations.

Sterile Compounding: USP <797> compliant MicroSphere and ChemoSphere systems create ISO 5 environments for aseptic preparation of sterile products including chemotherapy agents, antibiotics, and complex compounded medications.

Process Development: Hybrid Isolators and custom enclosures accommodate pilot-scale equipment including freeze dryers, evaporators, chromatography systems, and specialized analytical instruments.

Nanotechnology Research: Ultra-low containment levels protect personnel from nanomaterial exposure while preventing environmental contamination during advanced materials research.

Industries and Applications Served

As your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences, we support diverse containment applications across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research sectors. Flow Sciences systems are trusted by:

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing – API manufacturers, formulation facilities, and pharmaceutical production operations rely on Flow Sciences containment for personnel protection during high-potency compound handling, ensuring worker safety and regulatory compliance

Compounding Pharmacies – Hospital pharmacies and compounding facilities use Flow Sciences RABS and isolators for USP <797/800> compliant sterile and hazardous drug compounding, protecting pharmacy staff while maintaining product sterility

Biotechnology Research and Development – Biotech companies utilize Flow Sciences enclosures for antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) development, biologic formulation, and viral vector production requiring high-level containment and product protection

Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) – CMOs serving pharmaceutical clients implement Flow Sciences systems for flexible, multi-product manufacturing facilities requiring validated containment across various OEL/OEB levels

Academic and Government Research – University research laboratories and government facilities depend on Flow Sciences technology for safe handling of toxic compounds, nanomaterials, and emerging pharmaceutical agents

Analytical Laboratories – Quality control and analytical laboratories require Flow Sciences VBSE systems for accurate weighing of reference standards, test samples, and high-potency compounds without vibration interference

Chemical Research Facilities – Chemistry laboratories use Flow Sciences containment for organic synthesis, reactive compound handling, and specialized research requiring environmental isolation

Expert Support for Your Flow Sciences Containment Systems

ARES Scientific provides comprehensive support throughout your Flow Sciences equipment ownership experience:

Pre-Purchase Consultation

• Application assessment and containment requirement analysis based on compound potency and exposure limits
• OEL (Occupational Exposure Limit) and OEB (Occupational Exposure Band) evaluation for appropriate enclosure selection
• Process workflow review to determine optimal enclosure configuration and features
• Regulatory compliance consultation for USP <797/800>, cGMP, OSHA, and NIOSH requirements
• Facility integration planning including utility requirements, exhaust systems, and cleanroom interfaces
• Budget development with detailed quotations for standard and custom configurations
• CFD modeling consultation for complex containment challenges or specialized applications

Installation and Qualification

• Professional installation coordination ensuring proper positioning, leveling, and utility connections
• Performance qualification (PQ) and operational qualification (OQ) support with documented testing
• Containment validation testing including smoke pattern visualization and quantitative exposure assessment
• HEPA filter integrity testing and certification using photometric or aerosol challenge methods
• Airflow verification and velocity measurements at specified monitoring points
• Operator training covering proper use, safety procedures, maintenance requirements, and emergency protocols
• Documentation packages for quality systems, regulatory submissions, and facility compliance records

Ongoing Service and Technical Support

• Preventative maintenance programs including filter replacement scheduling and system recertification
• Annual recertification services with airflow testing, HEPA integrity verification, and containment validation
• Genuine Flow Sciences replacement parts including HEPA filters, carbon filters, and system components
• Technical assistance for troubleshooting, process optimization, and containment performance issues
• System modification and upgrade services as applications evolve or requirements change
• Emergency service coordination and rapid response for critical containment system failures
• Regulatory support documentation for inspections, audits, and compliance reporting

Our team stays current with containment technology advances, regulatory requirements, and Flow Sciences product innovations through ongoing factory training and industry education. When you choose ARES Scientific as your Flow Sciences distributor, you gain a partner committed to protecting your personnel, products, and processes through superior containment technology.

Complementary Clean Air and Containment Solutions

In addition to Flow Sciences containment systems, ARES Scientific represents leading manufacturers across clean air and containment equipment categories:

Biological Safety Cabinets – Class I, Class II, and Class III biological safety cabinets for infectious agent handling and cell culture work

Ducted Fume Hoods – Chemical fume hoods for laboratory chemical handling and vapor containment

Ductless Fume Hoods – Carbon-filtered recirculating fume hoods for facilities without exhaust infrastructure

Cleanroom Laminar Flow Cabinets – Horizontal and vertical laminar flow workstations for cleanroom applications

Compounding Aseptic Containment Isolators (CACI) – USP <800> compliant isolators for hazardous drug compounding

Decontamination Systems – Vaporized hydrogen peroxide and other decontamination technologies for isolators and cleanrooms

Visit our Architectural Resource Library for CAD drawings, specifications, and technical documentation supporting laboratory planning and facility design projects.

Request a Quote for Flow Sciences Containment Systems

Ready to discuss your containment requirements? Contact ARES Scientific today to speak with a Flow Sciences product specialist. Our team will help you evaluate your application, select the appropriate containment system, review regulatory requirements, and provide detailed technical quotations.

Call us at 720-283-0177 ext 2 to speak with a containment expert who understands pharmaceutical manufacturing, compounding pharmacy operations, and research laboratory safety.

Request a Quote Online – Complete our contact form with your containment requirements, and we’ll respond promptly with personalized recommendations and competitive pricing.

Browse All Flow Sciences Products – Explore our complete selection of Flow Sciences vented enclosures, isolators, RABS, and cleanroom systems.

Whether you’re establishing a new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, upgrading compounding pharmacy equipment, or expanding research laboratory containment capabilities, ARES Scientific provides the expertise and support you need. As your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences, we’re committed to delivering exceptional value, genuine products, and comprehensive service that ensures personnel safety, product protection, and regulatory compliance.

About ARES Scientific – Your Authorized Distributor for Flow Sciences: ARES Scientific is a factory-authorized distributor for Flow Sciences Inc. and other leading containment and laboratory equipment manufacturers serving the Mountain West region. We provide expert consultation, competitive pricing, and comprehensive support for pharmaceutical manufacturers, compounding pharmacies, biotechnology companies, and research institutions. Our team combines deep knowledge of containment engineering, regulatory requirements, and pharmaceutical manufacturing with responsive customer service to help you select, install, and maintain systems that protect your personnel and meet all applicable safety standards. Contact us today to experience the ARES Scientific difference.