This European Standard specifies performance criteria for centrifuges used in biotechnological processes with respect to the potential risks of microorganisms in use for the worker or the environment
This European Standard applies where the intended use of the centrifuges includes hazardous or potentially hazardous microorganisms used in biotechnological processes and/or where exposure of the worker or the environment to such microorganisms is restricted for reasons of safety.
This European Standard applies to centrifuges with no auxiliary equipment It also applies to centrifuge systems equipped with all necessary auxiliary equipment for example valves, probes, filters and steam traps, necessary for operation of centrifuges and to accomplish cleaning and sterilization.
BS EN 12884:1999 history
1999BS EN 12884:1999 Biotechnology - Performance criteria for centrifuges