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Life science facilities are required to adhere to numerous sanitation regulations to create a clean and safe environment for both animals and employees. One key aspect of these requirements includes cleaning animal caging by removing and replacing the bedding materials. Some animal research facilities are realizing just how advantageous utilizing chain drag… Read More
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Animal research facilities must adhere to very strict sanitation standards to ensure safety and quality control. For example, animal research laboratories must complete a 28-point inspection process for all cage-washing practices, which includes providing adequate PPE (personal protective equipment) and sanitation techniques. But without vacuum systems to assist, even a… Read More
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The cost of replacing lab glassware and repairing equipment can add up quickly. Laboratory equipment maintenance costs are on the rise, too. The latest estimates report that the lab equipment market has increased by 6% since 2019. Further, about 20% of a laboratory’s entire budget is put towards equipment repairs and… Read More
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Life science and laboratory animal research facilities utilize various material handling carts and racks to transport vivarium cages throughout their operation. All these mobile items utilize a rack washer that is designed to wash and rinse items placed in its chamber. These industrial washers are specifically designed for intended… Read More
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Meeting sanitation requirements is always a top priority for healthcare, laboratory, and life science facilities. To ensure items are thoroughly clean and sanitized, central sterile processing, laboratories, and cage wash facilities require specialized washing equipment. These particular washers ensure sanitation requirements are met by using chemical detergents and temperature-controlled… Read More
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Automation solutions are quite commonplace in most lab animal research facilities today. These solutions can increase the speed, efficiency, of the overall process while improving worker safety. It’s no wonder that automation is extremely advantageous to this industry. However, finding a good automated solution provider is essential for numerous… Read More
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At BetterBuilt, we’ve seen when speaking to universities and research facilities that they continue with the same strategy for cage wash support.  Universities and facilities will provide cage wash with each vivarium that is built.  These cage wash facilities have large energy-heavy requirements, equipment redundancy and personnel. Could there… Read More
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