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Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Energy-Efficient Hazard Containment Units

New Fume Hoods Feature Improved Ergonomics and Safety

CHICAGO (March 9, 2009) – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today launched its new line of Thermo Scientific Hamilton Infinity Fume Hoods. With enhanced ergonomics for user comfort, these laboratory hoods are designed to address the ever-increasing requirements for safety, energy efficiency and aesthetics. This innovative new range of fume hoods can not only save money, but also maintain user safety while remaining environmentally friendly. The Thermo Scientific Hamilton Infinity Fume Hoods will be exhibited for the first time at the Thermo Scientific booth 1432 at PITTCON 2009, being held March 8-12 in Chicago.

With low-voltage LED lighting, minimal exhaust static pressure, and variable air volume (VAV) compatibility to minimize exhaust air when the sash is down, Hamilton Infinity™ Fume Hoods provide energy-efficient hazard containment. A full-height slanted front viewing area and side viewing panels enable simple and easy monitoring of precious samples, while a flush sill enhances safety by eliminating possible glassware tripping hazards.

Optional GreenFumeHood® technology utilizes Neutrodine® filters in place of traditional carbon filters to eliminate atmospheric pollution from the exhaust, minimizing building infrastructure and dramatically reducing energy consumption. Complete user assurance and filter replacement is provided via the Microsoft gGuard Communications* package, which offers real-time remote management capabilities. In addition, Hamilton AutoSash™ technology maximizes laboratory safety by ensuring correct sash positioning. An additional trough is positioned at the front of the unit to catch any spills.

The Thermo Scientific Hamilton Infinity line of fume hoods is extremely ergonomic, with highly advanced safety and energy-saving features making them ideal for virtually any laboratory. For further information, please visit www.thermo.com/hamilton.

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* Microsoft gGuard Communications is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Thermo Scientific is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With annual revenue of $10.5 billion, we have more than 34,000 employees and serve more than 350,000 customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as environmental and industrial process control settings. Serving customers through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, we help solve analytical challenges from routine testing to complex research and discovery. Thermo Scientific offers customers a complete range of high-end analytical instruments as well as laboratory equipment, software, services, consumables and reagents to enable integrated laboratory workflow solutions. Fisher Scientific provides a complete portfolio of laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in healthcare, scientific research, safety and education. Together, we offer the most convenient purchasing options to customers and continuously advance our technologies to accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, enhance value for customers and fuel growth for shareholders and employees alike. Visit www.thermofisher.com.

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