Overview of incubators and applications
Laboratory incubators
Incubators create controlled conditions for the cultivation, storage and examination of biological samples, cell cultures and micro-organisms. Depending on the application, precise control of temperature, humidity, CO₂ concentration or agitation is essential for reliable and reproducible results.
Various types of incubators are used in laboratories, hospitals, research institutions and biotechnology companies. These range from standard heated incubators for routine applications to CO₂ incubators for cell culture, shaking incubators for microbiological cultures and specialised systems for platelet storage or hypothermia research.
On this page, you will find an overview of the available incubator options and their areas of application.
Which incubator is right for your application?
From cell culture and microbiological research to platelet storage and temperature-sensitive applications: every application requires a specific incubator. Take a look at the different types of laboratory incubators below and find out which solution best suits your laboratory.
Shaking incubators
Shaking incubators are used for the cultivation of bacteria, yeasts and other micro-organisms under controlled conditions. The combination of temperature control and an adjustable shaking motion ensures reliable and reproducible results in microbiological and biotechnological research.
Hypothermia
Hypothermia chambers have been developed for research involving temperatures below physiological levels. These systems provide precise temperature control for studies into cold storage, temperature stress and other temperature-sensitive biological processes. Stable conditions ensure that research results are reliable and reproducible.
Platelet incubators
Platelet incubators have been specially developed for the safe storage of platelets under controlled conditions. By combining a stable temperature with continuous agitation, platelets remain available for transfusion purposes in accordance with current guidelines. These systems are widely used in blood banks, hospitals and transfusion laboratories.
CO2 and multigas incubators
CO₂ and multi-gas incubators create a controlled environment for the cultivation of cell cultures and other sensitive biological samples. By precisely regulating temperature, CO₂ concentration and, where required, oxygen levels, these systems provide optimal conditions for reproducible research in cell biology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical laboratories.
Refrigerated and non-refrigerated incubators
Refrigerated and non-refrigerated incubators provide a controlled environment for a wide range of laboratory applications where temperature stability is essential. Depending on the required temperature conditions, you can choose a model with or without active cooling. These incubators are widely used for microbiological research, sample storage, quality control and other temperature-sensitive processes.
Regular maintenance helps to ensure stable operation, accurate temperature control and a longer service life for the incubator. Depending on usage, periodic inspections, cleaning, calibration and validation may be advisable. For laboratories with high quality standards, a maintenance contract can help to ensure performance and reliability. Any questions? Please contact our Service team at service@hettichbenelux.com or on 088 221 99 00.
