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Biotechnology

Precise light climate technology for reproducible growth conditions

In biotechnology, botanical research, food development, or applied laboratory research, the controlled simulation of temperature, humidity, and light is crucial for reliable experimental results. ThermoTEC offers a broad portfolio of light climate cabinets, plant growth cabinets, and walk-in light climate chambers (phytochambers/phytotrons) for simulating optimal growth conditions for plants, insects, fungi, and algae.

From compact laboratory solutions to walk-in chambers—our systems enable in vivo and in vitro experiments, seed germination, insect rearing, and demanding research projects under precisely reproducible conditions.

Our solutions at a glance

Young plants arranged on several levels inside an illuminated plant growth chamber with perforated interior walls.

Light climate & plant growth chambers

For controlled experiments on multiple levels – with high light and climate homogeneity.

Typical features:

  • Volume of approx. 100 to 2,000 liters
  • LED lighting with 200, 400, or 1,100 µmol, dimmable from 10% to 100%
  • Horizontal airflow with low air velocity to prevent drying out
  • Very homogeneous light distribution
  • Natural refrigerant
  • Double-wing door without a center bar for continuous loading
  • Favorable ratio between footprint and growing area
  • Programming of independent day/night cycles (temperature, humidity, light)

Depending on the model, growth heights of up to 49 cm with three lighting levels or up to 160 cm with single lighting are achievable.

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Potted plants inside a walk-in plant growth chamber with large climate panels on the walls.

Walk-in light climate chambers / phyto chambers

For larger experimental volumes and custom project requirements.

  • Modularly adjustable size
  • Flexible temperature and humidity ranges
  • High homogeneity of experimental lighting
  • Outdoor installation possible
  • Natural refrigerant
  • Simulation of optimal as well as extreme and rare climatic conditions
  • Extremely high temperature and humidity stability

Thanks to the modular design, we can tailor the chambers precisely to your structural conditions and research requirements—from the classic plant growth chamber to a full-scale phytotron.

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Precise lighting control technology for consistent growing conditions.

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For light climate technology to function reliably in everyday research, more than just a device is needed. ThermoTEC supports you throughout the entire lifecycle of your system.

For you, this means: a dedicated contact person, fewer points of contact, and maximum investment security.

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Product — Consulting, testing solutions, rental models, and suitable system configurations.

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Process — Transparent, on-time project management and custom modifications.

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Quality — ISO 9001-certified company with an accredited testing and calibration laboratory according to ISO/IEC 17025.

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Service — Comprehensive service network, manufacturer-independent, available 24/7.

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Support — Ad-hoc support from experienced service technicians as well as customer-specific user training.

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Project process and working methods

From the initial idea through validated operation to service

A clearly structured process is crucial, especially for larger chamber solutions. That is why we guide our customers through defined project phases:

With technical design, scheduling, and a binding timeline.

Including installation, commissioning, and fine-tuning.

To ensure all specified parameters are met.

Including complete documentation.

To ensure long-term system availability.

Applications in Research and Development

Our solutions are used in, among other things plant cultivation and seed germination experiments, insect rearing (e.g., Drosophila), fungal and algal cultivation, in vivo and in vitro studies, basic botanical research and food and agricultural research.

By precisely controlling temperature, humidity, and LED lighting, our systems simulate both optimal growth conditions and defined stress or extreme climates—regardless of the season or geographic location.

Frequently Asked Questions About Biotechnology:

Light climate technology enables the precise control of temperature, humidity, and lighting within a closed system. It is used in biotechnology, research, and development to simulate defined growth conditions for plants, insects, fungi, or algae and to achieve reproducible results.

Light climate cabinets are compact systems designed for laboratory applications and smaller sample sizes. Light climate chambers, on the other hand, are walk-in solutions for larger experiments or complex climate simulations. Both systems offer precise control but differ in size, capacity, and application.

In light climate systems, temperature, humidity, light intensity, light spectrum, and day-night cycles can be precisely regulated. This allows for the precise simulation of both optimal growth conditions and extreme or stress-based scenarios.

Typical applications include plant propagation, seed germination, insect rearing, and the cultivation of fungi and algae, as well as in vivo and in vitro studies. They are used in research, biotechnology, agricultural science, and food development.

Reproducibility is achieved through precise control technology, homogeneous light distribution, and stable temperature and humidity conditions. Additionally, programmable cycles and continuous monitoring ensure consistent and reliable experimental conditions.

Custom systems are precisely tailored to the experimental setup, room conditions, and requirements. This allows for the simulation of realistic conditions, the optimization of processes, and the achievement of reliable results over the long term.

A phytotron is a walk-in light climate chamber designed to simulate defined environmental conditions. It is used primarily in plant research to study growth under controlled conditions.

Typical light intensities are 200, 400, or 1,100 µmol and are continuously dimmable. This allows different growth phases and environmental conditions to be simulated realistically.

A light-controlled climate chamber combines sensors and control technology to automatically regulate temperature, humidity, and lighting. The conditions are continuously monitored and adjusted to ensure consistent and reproducible growth conditions.

In the lab, plants require a specific combination of temperature, light, and humidity. Additionally, regulated day and night cycles are crucial for replicating natural growing conditions.

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Are you planning new experimental series, looking to expand capacity, or modernize existing facilities?

We provide expert, practical, and solution-oriented advice - from compact laboratory solutions to custom light-climate chambers.

Dirk Bauer

+49 (0) 6471/6293-223
bauer(at)ttwe.de