Tents, Accessories, & Ventilation Units

Q: Are containment tents ventilated?

For proper ventilation, HEPA filters and ventilation units are available courtesy of our partner Radiation Protection Systems, a company that has maintained a trusted reputation in the hazardous materials industry since 1978. Units range from small, portable devices to permanent installations. Depending on the size, units can perform 7 to 12 air changes every hour.

Q: What factors should I consider when choosing a containment tent?

All of the following factors will come to bear on your final product: Overall tent size Hazard type Ventilation needs Frame design Materials (plastic film, laminate vinyl sheet, or woven fabric) After careful consideration of these and other factors, we will create a containment system that offers the performance and protection your site requires.

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CONTAINMENT TENTS, TENT ACCESSORIES, AND VENTILATION UNITS

Properly designed work tents will reduce cross-contamination from work being done on structures or spaces contaminated by radiological or other hazardous materials. Serving as a barrier between work surfaces and clean areas, containment tents and covers are used to create a controlled environment to reduce overall exposure levels during work, and to minimize the scope and complexity of subsequent cleanup operations.

Lancs Industries has been providing work tents for our customers since the company’s inception in 1974. We have been involved with hundreds of different site configurations ranging from simple single chamber tents with limited access to complex requirements such as expandable and collapsible, multi-tier, multi-chamber tents spanning areas of thousands of square feet. We also provide a wide array of radiation containment products including portable containment tents as well as glovebags and catch containments.

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MORE ABOUT TENTS

We can work directly from your design to fabricate tents precisely to your specifications. Or, drawing upon our longstanding experience, we can suggest best practices to incorporate needed features and collaborate with you to develop a tent design that addresses all the requirements of your project scenario.

A tent from Lancs Industries can be from among 4 standard layouts with popular dimensions and common features. These standard tent designs may address many of your project requirements with little or no modification.

We can also provide decon chambers, steam generator work tents, bull pen containments (no roof), and large scale covers with irregular shapes. If it can be drawn, we can make it.

WORK TENT MATERIAL

All materials used by Lancs in fabricating tents are fire retardant to ensure worker safety.

Tent walls and ceilings are generally made using Pacifitex 1400 with a yellow exterior and white interior.

Floors are made using Pacifitex 1800 in yellow or white, for durability. Removable floors can be included to facilitate decontamination for extended use tents.

Windows made using 20 mil double polished clear PVC will be included to ensure adequate light. Service sleeves and access ports are attached wherever required and are made using 12 mil translucent yellow PVC.

Doors are made using YKK Vislon #10 heavy duty molded tooth zipper with double pull sliders.

Frames are made from galvanized steel pipe (see Section 400 for detail) with custom-machined fittings for easy assembly.

WORK TENT FABRICATION

All wall, floor, and ceiling panels are heat-sealed together using RF electronic technology. Work chamber panels are double sealed to ensure the integrity and maximize tensile strength.

All window panels and service sleeves are heat-sealed with a minimum 1/2” seam.

Door zippers are double stitched to prevent rip-out. Velcro flaps are included as covers for added security.

Inlet filters made from reticulated foam filter media in mesh screen pouches can be included to support negative ventilation.

Tie-off points made from heavy-duty injection molded PVC are attached to tent exterior by heat sealing at spaced intervals along external frame lines to provide adequate support of the tent chamber.

TENT FRAMES

The external frame used to support a work tent is an integral part of the tent design. Spacing and location of frame pieces must be planned in a way to ensure a solid tent structure while avoiding interference with tent access or service features.

Lancs uses 1 inch nominal Schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe to fabricate tent frame pieces. Frame members are joined with fittings made of ASTM A47 Grade 32510 heavy duty cast iron. Pipe and fittings are custom made to accommodate any necessary shape and angle.

Tie-offs are heat sealed to the exterior of tent walls at points running along frame positions. Nylon tie wraps are commonly used to fasten a tent to its frame.

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LI-360A Dual Chamber Tent

Description

8′ wide x 15′ long x 7′ high overall dimensions
8′ wide x 12′ long work chamber
8′ wide 3′ long ante room changing area
One vent filter screen per chamber
Set of two 3" dia service sleeves & one 8" dia service sleeves on opposite walls

LI-360A Dual Chamber Tent Details

LI-361B Dual Chamber Tent

Description

6′ wide x 6′ long x 7′ high overall dimensions
6′ wide x 6′ long work chamber
6′ wide 3′ long ante room changing area
One vent filter screen per chamber
Set of two 3" dia service sleeves & one 8" dia service sleeve on opposite walls

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LI-362 Single Chamber Tent

Description

8′ wide x 8′ long x 7′ high overall dimensions
One vent filter screen with velcro panel
Set of two 3" dia service sleeves & one 8" dia service sleeve on adjacent walls

LI-362 Single Chamber Tent Details

LI-363 Dual Chamber Tent

Description

10′ wide x 9′ long x 7′ high overall dimensions
10′ wide x 5′ long work chamber
10′ wide 4′ long ante room changing area
One vent filter screen per chamber
Two 24" dia drum sleeves for direct attachment to waste drums
Set of two 3" dia service sleeves & one 8" dia service sleeve on opposite walls

LI-363 Dual Chamber Tent Details

LI-300-POP-6×6

Lancs Industries - Containment Tent Pass Out Port

Description

Pass-out Port/Swipe Box, 6″ x 6″ x 6″ with 2ea 4″ x 4″ opposing door openings, on 8″ x 8″ flange. Made from PVC or Polyurethane.
Add this feature to your custom tent or glovebag design or install onsite with adhesive glue and/or tape.

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LI-300-PATCH KIT

Description

Patch/Repair Kit for glovebags and small containments
Used to repair small nicks, tears or cuts in glovebags or small containments
Includes the following:
6″ x 12″ piece of 20 mil transparent clear PVC
6″ x 12″ piece of 8 mil translucent yellow PVC
6″ x 12″ piece of 14 oz Yel/Wht PVC laminate
6″ x 6″ piece of reinforced tape
4 oz can of HH-66 adhesive glue

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LI-300-MOD KIT

Description

Modification Kit for glovebags and containments
Used to make modifications or repairs to existing glovebags and containments
Includes the following:
12″ x 27″ piece of 20 mil transparent clear PVC
12″ x 27″ piece of 8 mil translucent yellow PVC
12″ x 27″ piece of 14 oz Yel/Wht PVC laminate
6″ x 6″ piece of reinforced tape
Pint can of HH-66 adhesive glue
5ea small yellow tie-offs
5ea plastic snap grommets
18″ length of 1″ adhesive-backed Hook & Loop
12″ length of press-lock zipper attached to 14 oz Yel/Wht Laminate
Also available in Polyurethane

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LI-300-FP

Description

Filter Pouch. Used for allowing air into tents and large containments. Adjustable via Hook & Loop front door.
Standard materials: PVC laminate and PU Laminate, screen mesh and 1/2″ thick reticulated foam
Standard size is 1′ x 3′. Additional sizes to your requirements are available upon request.
Add this feature to your custom tent design or install onsite with adhesive glue and/or tape

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Lancs Industries - Containment Tent Filter Pouch

LI-300-FS

Description

Flanged Sleeve, Round. Used when an additional penetration into containment is needed onsite.
Attach to glovebag or containment tent with tape and/or glue. Available in various sizes. PVC or Polyurethane

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LI-300-FGS

Description

Flanged Glove Sleeve, Oval-Shaped. Used when an additional glove sleeve into containment is needed onsite.
Attach to glovebag or containment tent with tape and/or glue. Available in various sizes. PVC or Polyurethane

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Frequently Asked Questions About Containment Tents

As North America’s leading manufacturer of essential protective equipment, Lancs Industries has earned a reputation for quality over our 49-year tenure in the industry. Here we offer a brief overview of answers to some commonly asked questions.

What is a containment tent and what purpose does it serve?

A containment tent serves as a physical barrier between clean and hazardous areas where contamination has occurred.

Containment tents provide our customers with some degree of control over a contaminated environment. A tent can be installed over and around a work area of almost any size to contain the hazardous condition whether it’s for the safety of people inside or outside the perimeter of the tent. Lancs’ tents are custom designed and constructed, and can be made with multiple work chambers and several stories high.

Made well and used properly, a securely contained workplace (or any area at risk), reduces the likelihood of exposure and cross-contamination.

What materials do we use in our containment tents?

Lancs’ tents are generally made from PVC film. Pacifitex can also be used. All materials used by Lancs are fire retardant and durable to ensure compliance with the highest safety standards. PVC ports and sleeves can be added at your discretion, and double polished clear PVC windows are added to facilitate proper visibility.

The tent structure is supported by a frame consisting of galvanized steel pipe and cast-iron fittings. Along with durability, tent frames are designed to allow efficient access to the interior. Frames can be customized to meet your specific needs.

Are containment tents ventilated?

What factors should I consider when choosing a containment tent?

Robust Protection is Non-Negotiable

For nearly five decades, Lancs Industries has developed radiation containment products, containment glovebags and containment tents for a multitude of workplaces across many industries. We have established long-standing relationships with many high-level clients, including the U.S. Navy, NASA, and numerous National Laboratories. Please contact us today so we can find the best containment solution for your worksite.

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