Description
The Treated Seed Inspection Station helps seed analysts avoid neck and back pains and serious arm and wrist problems while protecting them from toxic fumes which may be encountered with the use of treated seed. This station enables analysts to work comfortably for hours, which can increase accuracy and productivity. The purity analysis of seeds that have been treated with poisonous fungicide compounds has been a controversial issue for years. It is the opinion of some individuals that there is a possibility that the more common mercuric treatments could be harmful when a person is subjected to prolonged breathing of dusts and vapors. Some analysists have complained of eye and nose irritation when examining treated seeds. The conventional hand method, using a hand lens and forceps, orients the analyst in close proximity to the treated seed, thus providing an excellent opportunity for breathing these dusts and vapors. The treated seed inspection station was designed to protect the user from harmful dusts and vapors given off by various seed treatments during purity analysis.
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An ergonomic and environmental hazard protection for analysts working with treated seed. Sufficient lighting is provided with a multiple LED light bank placed above the 2X magnification area which the seeds pass under. Seed flows from the hopper through the white powder coated trough for ease of viewing. An acrylic housing protects the user from dust and fumes which are removed by an enclosed blower. The provided vacuum pickup with a variety of tips, is used to remove unwanted materials through an inspection hole. Filter jar protects the vacuum from damage. Trough vibration is controlled with the provided foot switch. Left or Right handed operation. Hardwood cabinet with a smooth laminate top which is hinged for ease of cleaning. Available 110V 50/60Hz or 220V 50/60Hz
Shipping Weight 105 lbs.
