Lab Coat
Product Code : SCL-CLE-11900
The StemAids Student Lab Coat is a specialized protective garment engineered to provide a primary barrier between the user and potential laboratory hazards, including chemical splashes, biological contaminants, and thermal energy. Designed specifically for university and secondary school environments, it balances ergonomic comfort with rigorous safety standards. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 quality protocols, this garment is a mandatory prerequisite for any Chemistry, Biology, or Physics laboratory to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Material Composition |
High-grade Poly-Cotton Blend (65% Polyester / 35% Cotton) |
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Fabric Weight |
200–240 gsm (Medium weight for breathability & protection) |
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Closure System |
Heavy-duty non-corrosive Snap Buttons or Traditional Buttons |
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Design Features |
Notched lapel collar, long sleeves, and back slit for mobility |
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Pocket Configuration |
3-Pocket Design (1 Breast pocket, 2 Lower patch pockets) |
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Cuff Style |
Open cuffs (standard) or Elasticated/Knitted (safety option) |
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Color |
Optic White (facilitates immediate detection of spills) |
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Size Range |
XS to XXXL (Standardized anatomical fit) |
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Durability |
Industrial-grade stitching; resistant to frequent high-temp laundering |
Key Pedagogical & Safety Outcomes
- Hazard Mitigation Interface: Facilitates the understanding of the Safety Hierarchy. The lab coat acts as a "sacrificial layer," protecting personal clothing and skin from corrosive reagents and stains.
- Aseptic Quantification: In microbiology, learners apply the use of a lab coat to prevent the transfer of environmental microbes to sterile cultures and vice-versa.
- Professional Standards Analysis: Supports the analysis of "Laboratory Etiquette"; wearing a lab coat fosters a disciplined mindset and reinforces the transition from a general classroom to a high-risk technical environment.
- Fire Safety Evaluation: Allows institutions to evaluate risk management; the heavy fabric provides a critical delay in heat transfer and flame spread compared to common synthetic streetwear.
Care and Maintenance Guidelines
To maintain the integrity of the protective barrier, the following protocols are recommended:
- Laundering: Machine wash separately in warm water. Avoid excessive bleach which can weaken fiber tensile strength over time.
- Contamination Protocol: If saturated with a hazardous chemical, the coat must be neutralized or disposed of according to institutional hazardous waste protocols.
- Inspection: Regularly check for frayed cuffs or missing buttons, as these can snag on equipment or fail to provide a full frontal seal.
International Logistics & Compliance
StemAids ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade bulk packaging. Coats are individually folded and poly-bagged to prevent moisture absorption and soiling during maritime transit.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and fabric composition certification.
- Branding: Optional institutional embroidery or silk-screened logos available for bulk university orders to ensure departmental uniformity.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the StemAids Student Lab Coat directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- Consistent Fabric Quality: Direct oversight of the weaving process ensures that the "spill-resistance" and "breathability" are uniform across every unit in a 1,000+ piece order.
- Reinforced Stress Points: We utilize "bar-tack" stitching on pocket corners and side slits to prevent the common tearing associated with heavy student usage.
- Direct Factory Inventory: Guaranteed availability of all sizes to ensure that every student, regardless of build, is provided with an anatomically correct and safe fit.
- Quality Assurance: Every garment undergoes a "pull-test" on buttons and a visual inspection for seam integrity to ensure maximum field-life.
