Authorized Baker Distributor for Biosafety Cabinets & Laboratory Containment
ARES Scientific is a factory‑authorized distributor for The Baker Company, a global leader in biological safety cabinets (BSCs), clean benches, fume hoods, animal transfer stations, and high‑containment isolators.
As an official Baker distributor, we provide direct access to genuine Baker equipment backed by full manufacturer warranties, factory‑trained service technicians, and competitive authorized‑dealer pricing. Our partnership gives you a direct channel to Baker’s engineering and support teams, seamless warranty processing, and certified installation and maintenance services.
This category page organizes the complete Baker equipment portfolio by product family — Biological Safety Cabinets, Animal Transfer Stations, Clean Benches, Fume Hoods, and Isolators — each described with the technologies, certifications, and applications that make Baker containment systems the standard in pharmaceutical, research, and vivarium facilities worldwide. Read more about ARES Scientific as your authorized Baker distributor or browse the full clean air and containment category.
Biological Safety Cabinets: SterilGARD, BioChemGARD, and NCB Series
Baker biological safety cabinets set the industry standard for operator, product, and environmental protection across BSL‑1 through BSL‑3 applications.
SterilGARD e3 Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinets
The SterilGARD e3 series delivers energy‑efficient recirculating containment for routine microbiological work, cell culture, and pharmaceutical aseptic processing. Models range from 3‑foot to 6‑foot widths, with the SG604 providing a 70‑inch interior work surface — the largest in the series — supporting multi‑operator procedures, robotic liquid handlers, and production‑scale flask arrays.[reference:0]
StediFLOW self‑adjusting airflow technology automatically compensates for HEPA filter loading, maintaining a consistent inflow velocity of approximately 105 SFPM throughout the filter’s service life without manual recalibration.[reference:1] UniPressure Preflow Plenum delivers uniform laminar downflow across the full interior, eliminating turbulent dead zones, while the momentum air curtain captures aerosolized agents before they exit the containment zone.[reference:2] ReadySAFE low‑flow standby mode sustains HEPA‑filtered airflow at reduced power consumption when the viewscreen is closed, conserving energy during idle periods.[reference:3] Every SterilGARD e3 is certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 49 and backed by a full 72‑month manufacturer warranty.[reference:4]
BioChemGARD e3 Class II Type B2 BioSafety Cabinets
For applications requiring total‑exhaust containment — including work with volatile chemicals, hazardous pharmaceuticals, and toxic substances — the BioChemGARD e3 Class II Type B2 cabinet provides hard‑ducted exhaust with zero air recirculation, ensuring that no contaminants return to the laboratory or environment.[reference:5]
NCB e3 Class II Type B1 Biosafety Cabinets
The NCB e3 Class II Type B1 series offers a hard‑ducted intermediate‑exhaust configuration for work with volatile chemicals and radionuclides where partial recirculation is acceptable and building exhaust capacity is available.[reference:6]
IsoGARD Class III Gloveboxes
For maximum containment research — including BSL‑3 and BSL‑4 work, select agent handling, and high‑potency active pharmaceutical ingredient (HPAPI) processing — the IsoGARD Class III glovebox provides a totally enclosed, gas‑tight stainless steel work environment with glove ports, pass‑through chambers, and HEPA filtration on both supply and exhaust.[reference:7]
Animal Transfer Stations: AniGARD and SterilGARD Configurations
Baker animal transfer stations (ATS) provide Class II Type A2 HEPA‑filtered containment specifically for vivarium cage changing, animal handling, and bedding disposal — protecting personnel from allergens and particulates while reducing animal stress.
AniGARD e3 Animal Transfer Station
The AniGARD e3 delivers ISO Class 4 air cleanliness with a three‑side panoramic slanted viewscreen, electric hydraulic lift motor adjusting work surface height from 32.5 inches to 44 inches, and 14‑inch high access openings accommodating large rodent caging. The hinged viewscreen opens to 21.75 inches for loading oversized items.
AniGARD VF Animal Transfer Station
The AniGARD VF offers a vertical‑flow recirculating design with a 14‑inch vertical sash opening, providing convenient top‑down access for cage manipulation and animal handling while maintaining ISO Class 5 protection.
SterilGARD e3 with Adjustable Mobile Lift
The SterilGARD e3 with adjustable mobile lift combines dual HEPA supply and exhaust filtration with a continuously adjustable electric‑hydraulic lift range of 22 inches to 40.5 inches, accommodating both standing and seated operator positions. Available in 64‑inch and 88‑inch work widths.
SterilGARD e3 Waste Disposal Unit
The SterilGARD e3 waste disposal unit is a specialized configuration for protected bedding dumping and cage waste disposal, featuring an integrated waste receptacle with the same dual HEPA supply and exhaust filtration as standard SterilGARD models — ideal for high‑throughput vivarium operations.[reference:8]
All Baker animal transfer stations are compatible with rodent caging systems and automated cage wash systems for complete vivarium workflows.
Clean Benches: EdgeGARD HF and VF Series
Baker EdgeGARD clean benches deliver ISO Class 4 (Class 10) air cleanliness for product‑protection applications where no biological or chemical hazard is present — including media preparation, tissue culture plate handling, non‑sterile compounding, electronics assembly, optical work, and cannabis processing.
EdgeGARD HF Horizontal‑Flow Clean Benches
The EdgeGARD HF series provides horizontal unidirectional HEPA‑filtered airflow sweeping across the work surface toward the operator, protecting product from room particulate contamination. These recirculating, ductless benches require no building exhaust connection and operate on a standard 115V outlet, making them deployable in any laboratory without HVAC infrastructure.[reference:9]
Features include patented high‑velocity air return slots, momentum air curtain, ReadySAFE low‑flow standby mode for energy savings, front‑loading HEPA filters for serviceability, and one‑piece radiused coved stainless steel work surface. The Space Saver model (EGBIV22) fits underbench installations without compromising ISO Class 4 protection.[reference:10]
EdgeGARD VF Vertical‑Flow Clean Benches
The EdgeGARD VF series provides vertical, uni‑directional controlled airflow over the entire work surface, reducing energy consumption, noise, and airflow turbulence. It is microbiologically challenged for product protection in accordance with NSF International 49, with a 14‑inch access opening (with 20‑inch and 24.5‑inch options) and a hinged viewscreen opening to 30.375 inches.[reference:11]
Fume Hoods: Air Sentry High‑Performance and V3 Low‑Flow
Baker Air Sentry fume hoods provide chemical fume containment solutions that comply with UL 1805, SEFA 1, NFPA 45, ANSI/AIHA Z9.5, and are tested to the ANSI/ASHRAE 110 performance standard.
Air Sentry High‑Performance Laboratory Fume Hood
The Air Sentry High‑Performance model operates at face velocities from 50 to 125 FPM with a restricted bypass design for connection to Variable Air Volume (VAV) or low‑flow constant exhaust systems. Fiberglass‑reinforced polyester side liners, combination vertical/horizontal sash system with chain and sprocket counterbalance, and digital airflow monitor with automatically adjusting baffle system are standard. Available widths: 48, 60, 72, and 96 inches.[reference:12]
Air Sentry V3 Low‑Flow Laboratory Fume Hood
The Air Sentry V3 Low‑Flow is designed for applications requiring reduced face velocities of 60 to 80 FPM through a restricted vertical sash opening of 20 inches or less — ideal for working with powders and precision weighing equipment. Full‑height sash opening of 28 inches facilitates loading and setup. Available in the same width options and depths of 33.5 or 35.5 inches.[reference:13]
Isolators and Specialty Containment Systems
Baker isolators and specialized enclosures provide aseptic, high‑containment environments for pharmaceutical compounding, laboratory automation, and maximum‑containment research.
AeroPROTECT 360° Aseptic Containment Isolator
The Baker AeroPROTECT 360° is a high‑performance aseptic containment isolator engineered specifically for laboratory automation workflows — housing robotics systems and automatic liquid handlers while providing aseptic conditions and operator protection. It meets or exceeds NSF Standard 49 microbiological aerosol testing criteria for both product and personnel protection and is available in four enclosure sizes from 65 inches to 185 inches in length. Features include the X1 Control System with intuitive touchscreen, capacity for 50 programmable sterilization cycles, and seamless integration with automation platforms.[reference:14]
ChemoSHIELD Powdered Drug Containment Hood
The ChemoSHIELD creates unidirectional HEPA‑filtered airflow within a negative pressure chamber to prevent hazardous drug migration during oncology pharmacy compounding.
BioPROTECT III Walk‑in Clean Air Enclosures
The BioPROTECT III walk‑in enclosures accommodate high‑throughput screening, drug discovery, tissue culture, and molecular biology workflows requiring Class II‑style protection in expansive work areas for multiple users.
Key Technologies and Compliance Certifications
Baker equipment incorporates proprietary technologies and meets rigorous international standards for safety, energy efficiency, and validated performance — ensuring reliable containment across decades of operation.
NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Certification
All Baker Class II biological safety cabinets and animal transfer stations are certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 49, which defines specific airflow patterns, filter placements, and exhaust requirements distinguishing Type A2, B1, and B2 variants. NSF certification requires annual recertification to maintain optimal performance and regulatory compliance.[reference:15]
StediFLOW Self‑Adjusting Motor Technology
Baker’s patented StediFLOW technology automatically compensates for HEPA filter loading throughout the filter’s service life, maintaining consistent inflow velocities without manual recalibration — sustaining NSF/ANSI 49‑compliant containment performance across the full equipment lifecycle and reducing total cost of ownership.[reference:16]
UniPressure Preflow Plenum and Momentum Air Curtain
The UniPressure Preflow Plenum delivers uniform laminar downflow across the full interior width, eliminating turbulent dead zones and airflow inconsistencies found in standard BSCs. The momentum air curtain and high‑velocity return air slots work together to capture aerosolized biological agents before they exit the containment zone.[reference:17]
ReadySAFE Standby Mode
ReadySAFE low‑flow standby mode reduces blower speed and energy consumption when the viewscreen is closed while maintaining a safe, HEPA‑filtered internal environment — delivering significant annual energy savings without compromising operational readiness.[reference:18]
UL, SEFA, NFPA, and ANSI Compliance
Baker fume hoods comply with UL 1805, SEFA 1, NFPA 45, and ANSI/AIHA Z9.5 standards for chemical fume control, and are tested to the ANSI/ASHRAE 110 performance standard — providing verified containment for hazardous chemicals and ensuring facility compliance with applicable fire and building codes.[reference:19]
Applications and Regulatory Compliance
Baker equipment is deployed across pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing, academic and commercial research, clinical and diagnostic laboratories, and vivarium and animal research facilities — each application with specific regulatory and operational requirements.
Pharmaceutical cGMP Manufacturing
Baker cGMP‑compliant biological safety cabinets and isolators feature all‑stainless steel Type 316L construction, crevice‑free design, and full documentation packages to meet FDA and EU GMP requirements for aseptic processing. Pharma applications include cell and gene therapy production, sterile compounding, and high‑potency API handling.[reference:20] Baker equipment is available through the cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing category.
Research Laboratories and Core Facilities
Research laboratories use Baker BSCs for cell culture, tissue culture, virology, molecular biology, and microbiology workflows. The 70‑inch interior work surface of the SterilGARD e3 SG604 accommodates multi‑operator procedures, robotic liquid handling platforms, and production‑scale flask arrays.[reference:21]
Vivarium and Animal Research Facilities
Baker animal transfer stations provide safe cage changing environments for research vivaria, protecting personnel from animal allergens and dander while reducing animal stress through low‑noise operation. These stations integrate with cage change stations and rodent caging systems. Vivarium applications are supported through the animal vivarium equipment and supplies category.
Clinical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Clinical laboratories rely on Baker BSCs for handling patient specimens, performing diagnostic assays, and preparing samples for analysis — with size options ranging from 3‑foot benchtop models to 6‑foot floor‑standing configurations.
Chemical Safety and Fume Containment
Baker fume hoods protect personnel during chemical handling, sample preparation, and powder weighing — with low‑flow options specifically designed to contain fine particulates and minimize building exhaust volume. Explore the full ducted fume hoods category for chemical safety solutions.
Cleanroom and Pharmacy Applications
Baker clean benches provide ISO Class 4 air cleanliness for product‑protection workflows including media preparation, non‑sterile compounding, and cannabis processing. These recirculating benches operate without ducting, making them deployable in any laboratory or cleanroom environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baker Equipment
Why choose ARES Scientific as an authorized Baker distributor?
As an official Baker distributor, ARES Scientific provides genuine Baker products with full manufacturer warranties, factory‑trained service technicians, direct factory technical support, official dealer pricing, and seamless warranty claims processing — benefits not available through third‑party resellers.[reference:22]
What is the difference between Class II Type A2 and Type B2 biological safety cabinets?
Class II Type A2 cabinets recirculate approximately 70% of filtered air back into the room and exhaust 30% through a HEPA filter — suitable for standard biological work without volatile chemicals. Type B2 cabinets exhaust 100% of air to the building exterior through hard‑ducted connections — required for work involving volatile chemicals, hazardous pharmaceuticals, or any substance that cannot be safely recirculated.[reference:23]
What NSF/ANSI Standard 49 certification do Baker BSCs carry?
All Baker Class II biological safety cabinets are certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 49, which defines specific airflow patterns, HEPA filter placements, and exhaust requirements for Type A2, B1, and B2 variants. Annual field recertification by an NSF‑accredited certifier is required to maintain compliance.
What is the warranty on Baker biological safety cabinets?
Baker SterilGARD e3 cabinets are backed by a full 72‑month (6‑year) manufacturer warranty on parts and labor — an industry‑leading guarantee that reflects Baker’s engineering quality and supports low total lifecycle cost.[reference:24]
How does StediFLOW technology reduce total cost of ownership?
StediFLOW self‑adjusting motor technology automatically compensates for HEPA filter loading throughout the filter’s service life, maintaining consistent airflow without manual recertification adjustments. This reduces ongoing maintenance costs and ensures continuous NSF/ANSI 49 compliance without service intervention.[reference:25]
Can Baker animal transfer stations be used for infectious agents?
No. Animal transfer stations are designed specifically for non‑infectious allergen and particulate protection during routine cage changing. For infectious agent work, facilities must use Baker biological safety cabinets (SterilGARD e3, BioChemGARD e3, or NCB e3) as primary containment devices.[reference:26]
What is the difference between a clean bench and a biological safety cabinet?
Clean benches provide HEPA‑filtered air to protect products from particulate contamination but do not protect the operator — they are suitable only for non‑hazardous materials. Biological safety cabinets provide HEPA‑filtered supply and exhaust air, protecting product, operator, and environment — required for work with biological agents. Never use a clean bench for hazardous or biological materials.
What fume hood certifications do Baker Air Sentry hoods meet?
Baker Air Sentry fume hoods comply with UL 1805, SEFA 1, NFPA 45, and ANSI/AIHA Z9.5 standards for chemical fume control, and are tested to the ANSI/ASHRAE 110 performance standard for containment verification.[reference:27]
Does ARES Scientific offer custom‑configured Baker equipment?
Yes. Contact ARES Scientific to discuss custom configurations including pass‑through designs, specialized gloveport layouts for isolators, custom work surface heights for animal transfer stations, and integration with facility automation systems.
What size Baker equipment fits through standard laboratory doorways?
All Baker equipment — including 6‑foot BSCs, clean benches, and fume hoods — is designed to fit through standard 36‑inch laboratory doorways with proper disassembly and reassembly protocols. ARES Scientific provides installation planning and coordination services.
How do I request a quote for Baker equipment?
Request pricing, delivery timelines, and configuration assistance online through any ARES Scientific product page or contact the ARES Scientific containment team directly. As an authorized Baker distributor, we provide competitive official dealer pricing on all Baker equipment.
About Baker Equipment Procurement Through ARES Scientific
ARES Scientific is your factory‑authorized Baker distributor, providing direct access to the full Baker product line with full manufacturer warranties, factory‑trained technical support, and competitive authorized distributor pricing.
From biological safety cabinets and animal transfer stations for vivarium operations to clean benches, fume hoods, and high‑containment isolators for pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing, ARES Scientific supplies the complete Baker containment portfolio to research, clinical, and industrial facilities nationwide.
Our authorized distributor relationship guarantees genuine Baker equipment, validated performance, and comprehensive support throughout the equipment lifecycle — including installation coordination, annual recertification services, and warranty administration. Our application specialists help match specific workflows — whether cell culture, hazardous chemical handling, vivarium cage changing, or pharmaceutical aseptic processing — to the appropriate Baker product configuration.
Browse the full clean air and containment category for complete laboratory safety solutions, use our vivarium equipment planning tools, or contact ARES Scientific to discuss your Baker equipment requirements with an authorized distributor representative.
