Academic Research & Labs
Solvent purification and lab water—done right for research.
Academic laboratories depend on two essentials: dry, oxygen-free solvents for air- and moisture-sensitive chemistry, and clean, on-spec water for instruments, glassware, and experiments. PPT designs inert-gas solvent purification systems and reliable RO/DI lab water that are safe, maintainable, and easy for EH&S and facilities teams to support—serving universities, colleges, and hospital research labs across New England, the United States, and abroad.
Why Academic Labs Choose PPT
PPT combines safety-focused design, practical documentation, and responsive service to support research environments with confidence.
Safety-First System Design
Clean installs coordinated with ventilation, grounding, and campus EH&S requirements.Right-Sized for Academic Use
Systems scaled from small teaching labs to multi-building research campuses.Reliable Quality & Uptime
Straightforward maintenance, stable performance, and responsive regional service.Clear Documentation & Training
Submittals, commissioning support, and operator training that simplify turnover.Proven Academic Experience
Deep experience supporting university chemistry, biology, and materials labs.Local Expertise, Long-Term Support
New England–based team with ongoing service and preventative maintenance programs.
Typical Applications
PPT systems support a wide range of research and teaching activities where solvent purity and water quality directly impact safety, results, and repeatability.
Air- and Moisture-Sensitive Chemistry
Analytical Instrument Feed
Teaching Lab Utilities
Glassware Washing & Rinse Water
Autoclave & Steam Generator Make-Up
Media & Buffer Preparation
Systems that fit the way you work
recommended systems for Academic Research & Labs
A short list of platforms we commonly specify for this environment. Each can be configured around your quality targets, flow demand, and facility constraints.
Cabinet Mount Systems
Our most popular configuration between 3-5 solvents with a compact footprint that saves valuable lab space
Compact System
When the tightest spaces require the highest performing system.
Hooded System
When mandated hood installations require the highest-performing solution.
Free Standing System
When expanding research needs require the highest-performing, scalable system.
SkidSpec
High-capacity purification system built to your specs. Provides reliable, continuous high-purity water for demanding environments.
MiniLab
Compact, space-saving system for low-demand applications. Delivers dependable ASTM-grade water in a smart, efficient footprint.
QuickLab
Compact turnkey system delivering ASTM-grade water for mid-volume labs. Flexible configurations fit your space, budget, and performance needs.
SaniSpec
USP Water Systems built to cGMP standards and specifications. Sanitary design in a cost-effective package without the high cost of ownership.
Reclaim
Recover and reuse RO reject water with confidence. Reduces waste and cost by recycling rinse or reject streams.
Coordination Constraints & Design Considerations for Academic Research & Labs
EH&S and Fire Safety Coordination
Solvent systems must integrate with ventilation, grounding, bonding, and spill containment requirements.Shared Infrastructure and Aging Facilities
Systems often need to fit into existing buildings with limited space and constrained utilities.Varying Skill Levels of End Users
Equipment must be intuitive, clearly labeled, and easy to maintain across rotating staff and students.Clear Utility Demarcation
Well-defined separation between base-build utilities and process scope is critical for coordination.Service Access and Maintainability
Layouts must allow safe access for maintenance without disrupting lab operations.
Typical Scope of Support
PPT supports lab environments from early planning through long-term operation, with services designed to meet the coordination, safety, and operational needs of campus-based facilities.
System selection and sizing based on solvent lists, instrument demand, and future growth
Design-assist, submittals, and documentation aligned with campus standards and review processes
Turnkey installation and commissioning with startup support and operator training
Preventive maintenance, SPS column replacement programs, and RO/DI service plans
Campus-wide standardization strategies to simplify operation across departments and buildings