Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, has announced the launch of the new Thermo Scientific™ Heratherm™ Environmental Chamber, designed to help laboratories simulate exact environmental conditions required for shipping, storage, or research environments. Engineered for precision and compliance, the chamber offers repeatable and consistent performance, meeting the growing need for data traceability and regulatory alignment in highly regulated industries.

With a sophisticated data capture system enabling compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, the Heratherm Environmental Chamber is well-suited for pharmaceutical, government, and academic settings. Available in four purpose-built models, the chamber’s design reflects customer input and market needs—prioritising sustainability, user ease, and regulatory excellence.

“Quality control is a crucial component of every drug product, and so is using products that can support the highest regulatory standards, including 21 CFR Part 11,” said Lindsey Low, Director and General Manager, Constant Temperature, Water Purification and Shakers at Thermo Fisher. “The precise control, appropriate data management and traceability of the newest Thermo Scientific Environmental Chambers allow for increased confidence in regulating testing scenarios, which is critical in busy labs. We worked directly with our customers to incorporate their feedback into the design enhancements—delivering a sleek, reliable solution equipped with cutting-edge technology.”

Designed for Critical Applications

The Heratherm Environmental Chamber meets the needs of:

• Pharma & biotech: Drug product testing in QC labs and micro incubation in R&D environments

• Academia: Plant growth studies, animal hatching, stability testing and light simulation

• Industrial & applied sciences: Battery development, cosmetic testing, food and beverage shelf-life assessment

Key Features & Benefits

• Regulatory Compliance: Integrated data logging supports 21 CFR Part 11 requirements, remote monitoring, and complies with ICH Q1A (stability) and Q1B (light and UV exposure) guidelines.

• Sustainability-Driven Engineering: Equipped with Peltier-based electric heating and cooling, the system delivers precise thermal control while significantly reducing energy consumption and avoiding hazardous refrigerants.

• Advanced Lighting System: Vertical low-energy LEDs with UV functionality provide uniform visibility and programmable light cycles, supporting ICH-compliant simulations.

• Streamlined User Interface: A smart touchscreen interface simplifies complex programming, with options for open or restricted user modes—ideal for shared lab environments.

Model Variants

1. Heratherm Light Chambers – Ideal for sensitive or regulated samples needing light stability testing

2. Heratherm Stability Chambers – Suited to long-term stability and shelf-life testing in quality control labs

3. Heratherm CO₂ Chambers – Designed for precision cell growth with tightly controlled environmental parameters

4. Heratherm Incubation Chambers – Versatile and dependable for microbiological incubation and temperature-sensitive workflows

As laboratories worldwide seek smarter ways to meet sustainability goals without compromising compliance or precision, the Heratherm Environmental Chamber stands out as a powerful, modern solution.