Proactive Strategies for Laboratory Shaking Incubator Maintenance

The nightmare scenario: Your shaking incubator grinds to a halt overnight, leaving your cell cultures at risk. Transferring them to another shaker or warm room may introduce variability, potentially compromising your research. With project timelines and resources on the line, your options are limited.

Laboratory shaking incubators play a vital role in applications requiring precise temperature control and agitation, including microbial growth, cell culture, and protein expression. However, their intricate components—heating elements, motors, and shaking mechanisms—are subject to wear and tear. Without routine preventive maintenance, the risk of unexpected failure increases, potentially causing costly delays.

To better understand best practices for incubator shaker maintenance, we spoke with Andrew Magno, Vice President of U.S. Sales, Service, and Marketing at INFORS HT. He highlights the importance of service plans, scheduled inspections, and recognizing the right time to upgrade aging equipment. A proactive maintenance approach not only extends the lifespan of shaking incubators but also ensures consistent, reliable results, minimizing unplanned downtime.

By implementing a preventive maintenance plan, laboratories can maximize productivity, protect valuable samples, and avoid unexpected disruptions. Download the article and learn more about keeping your incubator shakers in peak condition using proactive maintenance strategies.