Animal research , cage changing and bedding disposal procedures are now simpler, safer and more productive with the Esco range of VIVA® Animal Containment Workstations.

With the introduction of the VIVA® range, Esco applies decades of experience in clean air technologies to the animal research laboratory, protecting personnel and the laboratory environment from :

• Hazards related to the equipment, materials and practices used in performing routine animal husbandry
• Hazards relating directly or indirectly to animal contact
• Hazards related to the technique or materials or biohazardous substances that may be used during the course of animal research

According to the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) , animal handlers should ensure measures are taken to protect themselves from exposure to animals and animal products which can cause occupational hazards such as asthma and allergies ( NIOSH 1998 ).

When used in compliance with established operating procedures, Esco VIVA® Animal Containment Workstations enable compliance with NIOSH recommendations thereby creating a safer , more productive and healthier work environment for you and your animals!

Universal Animal Containment Workstation Esco VIVA® Universal Workstation provides an ISO Class 3 sterile clean area for animal handling and cage changing operations, and Biosafety Cabinet Class II performance to help protect investigators and animal handlers from occupational hazards. Combination of twin ULPA filters, an activated carbon filter and an intake air pre-filter give this workstation a fully integrated envelope for animal, operator and environmental protection. The 10° angled viewing window and narrow profile front grille improves reach into the work area. The front armrest is raised above the work zone to improve comfort and to ensure that the operator's arms do not block the forward airflow perforations. The interior work area is formed from a single piece of stainless-steel with large radius corners to simplify cleaning. Product Details | PDF Brochure

Dual Access Animal Containment Workstation Esco VIVA® Dual Access Animal Containment Workstation protects the operator from allergens during cage changing or other procedures. At the same time, the workstation protects the animals or work product from external and cross-contamination. Dual sided access faciliates rapid cage changing involving up to two operators. Angled viewing windows reduce glare and permit easier reach into the work area from either side. Independent Minihelic™ gauges indicate both supply and exhaust filter pressures. A combination of twin ULPA filters, an activated carbon filter and an intake air pre-filter give the workstation a fully integrated envelope for animal, operator and environmental protection. Angled edges on drain area and integral work surface/grille component removal simplify cleaning. Product Details | Product Presentation | PDF Brochure

Bedding Disposal Workstation Esco VIVA® Bedding Disposal Workstation protects animal researchers and the laboratory environment from allergens during routine bedding disposal procedures. Cage cleaning and bedding disposal tasks are now simpler, safer and more productive. Industry-exclusive integrated adjustable height hydraulic stand improves ergonomics and enables the workstation to be adjusted to the user's height. Long life ULPA filter protects the user and the environment from harmful particulates created when dumping cages. NanocarbTM activated carbon filter removes odors. Offset opening in the work surface provides a staging area for cages to be dumped. Product Details | PDF Brochure

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