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ARES Scientific: Your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia Systems

ARES Scientific is proud to serve as your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia products, bringing you direct access to industry-leading humane euthanasia and laboratory animal anesthesia equipment from E-Z Systems Inc. For over 30 years, E-Z Systems has pioneered innovative solutions for vivarium and research facilities, starting with their revolutionary home-cage euthanasia systems and expanding to include state-of-the-art digital anesthesia platforms. As an authorized Euthanex distributor, ARES Scientific provides complete access to SMARTBOX CO2 euthanasia systems, Prodigy touch-screen controllers, and the full line of E-Z Anesthesia equipment designed to meet AVMA guidelines while ensuring maximum animal welfare and researcher safety.

When you partner with ARES Scientific as your official Euthanex distributor, you receive expert consultation on system configuration, competitive factory-direct pricing, comprehensive technical support, and full manufacturer warranty coverage. Whether you need a single-cage euthanasia solution or a high-capacity system supporting up to 160 cages simultaneously, we deliver genuine Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia equipment backed by responsive local service throughout the Mountain West region.

Why Choose ARES Scientific as Your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex

Selecting ARES Scientific as your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex provides exceptional advantages that extend beyond equipment purchase to encompass comprehensive support for your vivarium operations.

• Factory Authorization: Direct access to E-Z Systems factory resources, engineering support, and technical documentation as an official Euthanex distributor
• Expert Product Knowledge: Our team understands both Euthanex euthanasia systems and E-Z Anesthesia platforms, helping you select optimal configurations for your protocols
• AVMA Compliance Guidance: We provide consultation on American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) guideline compliance for humane euthanasia procedures
• Capacity Planning Support: Assistance determining appropriate system sizing based on daily euthanasia volumes, cage types, and workflow requirements
• Competitive Pricing: Factory-direct pricing on all Euthanex SMARTBOX systems, Prodigy controllers, E-Z Anesthesia machines, and accessories
• Full Manufacturer Warranty: Complete E-Z Systems warranty coverage including parts, service, and technical support
• Installation and Training: System setup assistance and comprehensive operator training on proper equipment use and maintenance
• Ongoing Technical Support: Continued assistance with troubleshooting, protocol optimization, and equipment upgrades

Complete Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia Product Line Available

As your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex, ARES Scientific offers complete access to humane euthanasia systems and laboratory animal anesthesia equipment from E-Z Systems. Browse our selection below or call 720-283-0177 ext 2 to discuss your specific vivarium needs.

Euthanex SMARTBOX Euthanasia Systems

Euthanex EZ-DOCK SMARTBOX Euthanasia Station – State-of-the-art humane euthanasia system compliant with AVMA guidelines, allowing mice to remain in home cages to minimize stress while automated CO2 delivery ensures consistent, protocol-compliant procedures

EA-31000 SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit – Single Preset Time – Fixed flow rate system based on external CO2 source, includes SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit and EA-1130 hose, increases efficiency by staggering cage start times for AVMA-compliant euthanasia

EA-32000 SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit – Two Preset Times – Dual preset time configuration for flexibility in treating different cage volumes and animal types while maintaining AVMA compliance and consistent delivery protocols

Prodigy Touch Screen Euthanasia Systems

Euthanex Prodigy Plus Touch Screen – Three Cage Output – Easy-to-use touch screen control system with automated cage volume calculation, precise flow rate control, unlimited preset times, and administrator programming for maximum versatility treating up to three cages simultaneously

E-Z Anesthesia Digital Anesthesia Systems

E-Z Anesthesia AD-5000 Digital Anesthesia System – Next-generation digital rodent anesthesia system with highly accurate low-flow gas delivery, state-of-the-art digital controls, and precise temperature management for superior surgical outcomes

EZ Systems EZ-7000 Classic Small Animal Anesthesia System – Five independent outputs enabling multi-station anesthesia delivery for increased procedural throughput in research vivariums, supporting concurrent surgeries across multiple animals with dual flow meters

EZ Systems EZ-SA800 Single Animal Anesthesia System – Economical entry-level configuration delivering professional-grade anesthesia for budget-conscious research programs requiring reliable single-animal treatment with compact, portable design

E-Z Anesthesia EZ-AF9000 Auto Flow System – Multi-animal capacity system with five independent outputs supporting one induction chamber and up to four simultaneous breathing circuits for high-throughput research applications with precise low-flow gas delivery

Gas Regulation and Control Accessories

Euthanex EA-255 Solo Gauge Inline Regulator (0-40 PSI Output) – Precision inline pressure regulation for consistent CO2 delivery to Euthanex euthanasia systems

Euthanex EA-285 Heated Regulator (25-125 CFH Output) – Heated regulator for CO2 cylinder gas supply, includes 9-foot connection hose with quick disconnect fitting for seamless integration with Euthanex systems

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Euthanex and E-Z Systems: Pioneering Humane Laboratory Animal Care Since 1990

E-Z Systems Inc. has established itself as the industry’s leading innovator in humane euthanasia and laboratory animal anesthesia through decades of commitment to animal welfare, regulatory compliance, and researcher safety. Their comprehensive product lines serve thousands of research facilities worldwide with solutions that set the standard for ethical animal care.

Industry-Leading Innovation

Pioneering Home-Cage Euthanasia: Over 25 years ago, Euthanex Corporation (a division of E-Z Systems) revolutionized laboratory animal euthanasia by introducing the first home-cage CO2 euthanasia system. This innovation allows mice, rats, and other small animals to remain in their familiar environment during euthanasia, dramatically reducing stress and improving animal welfare.

SMARTBOX Technology: The patented SMARTBOX automated CO2 delivery system removes guesswork from euthanasia procedures by providing precise, programmable gas flow rates and delivery times. This ensures consistent AVMA-compliant euthanasia across all animals while simplifying facility protocols and reducing operator variability.

Prodigy Touch Screen Systems: Advanced touch-screen controllers automatically calculate chamber volume, flow rates, and delivery times based on cage type and animal number. Administrator programming capabilities and user override safeguards ensure both flexibility and compliance with institutional protocols.

Digital Anesthesia Platform: E-Z Anesthesia pioneered water-heated surgical beds and patented small animal breather masks for rodent anesthesia. Their current digital anesthesia systems feature state-of-the-art touchscreen controls, precise low-flow gas delivery, and electronically controlled warming beds for superior temperature management during procedures.

AVMA Compliance and Animal Welfare

AVMA Guideline Adherence: All Euthanex euthanasia systems are specifically designed to meet or exceed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) guidelines for humane euthanasia of laboratory animals. Gradual CO2 fill protocols provide pre-anesthetic effects that minimize distress and ensure humane endpoints.

Stress Reduction: Home-cage euthanasia eliminates the need to transport animals to separate euthanasia chambers, reducing handling stress and maintaining familiar environmental cues. This approach aligns with refinement principles in responsible animal use.

Consistent Protocols: Automated delivery systems ensure all animals receive identical treatment times and gas concentrations, eliminating variability from manual procedures and supporting reproducible, ethical research practices.

Advanced Features and Capabilities

Scalable Capacity: Euthanex systems support operations from single cage euthanasia to high-volume facilities processing up to 160 mouse cages simultaneously, accommodating facilities of all sizes with appropriate configurations.

Multi-Animal Anesthesia: E-Z Anesthesia systems offer five-output configurations supporting concurrent anesthesia delivery to multiple animals, increasing surgical throughput while maintaining precise individual gas control.

Precise Gas Control: Low-flow anesthesia delivery conserves expensive volatile agents, reduces personnel exposure to waste gases, and provides superior control over anesthetic depth for improved surgical outcomes.

Temperature Management: Electronically controlled warming beds maintain precise surgical surface temperatures, preventing hypothermia during procedures and supporting faster post-operative recovery.

Safety Features: Activated charcoal passive scavenging systems protect personnel from waste anesthetic gas exposure, while automated controls include safeguards preventing protocol deviations.

Applications and Industries Served

As your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex, we support diverse vivarium applications across research sectors. Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia equipment are trusted by:

Vivarium and Animal Research Facilities – Academic research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and government laboratories rely on Euthanex systems for AVMA-compliant humane euthanasia and precise anesthesia delivery

Pharmaceutical Research and Development – Drug development facilities use E-Z Anesthesia systems for surgical models, imaging procedures, and repeated anesthesia protocols requiring consistent, reproducible results

Academic Research Institutions – University vivarium facilities depend on SMARTBOX systems for high-volume euthanasia operations supporting diverse research programs while maintaining ethical animal care standards

Biotechnology and Life Sciences – Biotech companies utilize E-Z Anesthesia equipment for preclinical studies, transgenic model maintenance, and specialized surgical procedures requiring precise anesthetic control

Contract Research Organizations (CROs) – CROs serving pharmaceutical and biotech clients implement Euthanex systems for standardized, compliant euthanasia protocols across multiple study types and client requirements

Government and Defense Laboratories – Federal research facilities employ Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia equipment for biodefense research, vaccine development, and other programs requiring humane animal care protocols

Veterinary Medical Schools – Teaching hospitals and veterinary research programs use E-Z Anesthesia systems for training veterinary students in proper small animal anesthetic techniques

Expert Support for Your Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia Equipment

ARES Scientific provides comprehensive support throughout your Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia equipment ownership experience:

Pre-Purchase Consultation

• Vivarium workflow analysis to determine optimal euthanasia system capacity and configuration
• Protocol review and AVMA guideline compliance evaluation for institutional animal care programs
• System sizing recommendations based on daily euthanasia volumes, cage types, and animal species
• Anesthesia equipment selection guidance for surgical throughput requirements and procedural types
• Gas supply infrastructure assessment including CO2 and oxygen source evaluation
• Budget planning assistance with detailed quotations and configuration options
• Comparison of SMARTBOX, Prodigy, and traditional systems to match facility needs

Installation and Training

• Professional installation coordination ensuring proper gas connections and system setup
• Comprehensive operator training on SMARTBOX controls, protocol programming, and safety procedures
• IACUC presentation support with technical documentation for protocol submissions
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development assistance for euthanasia and anesthesia protocols
• Hands-on demonstration of proper technique for home-cage euthanasia and anesthetic delivery
• Administrator training on system programming, user management, and preventative maintenance
• Documentation packages for facility compliance records and regulatory inspections

Ongoing Service and Technical Support

• Technical assistance for troubleshooting, protocol optimization, and system adjustments
• Preventative maintenance programs ensuring reliable long-term operation
• Genuine E-Z Systems replacement parts and component availability
• Protocol modification support as research needs and IACUC requirements evolve
• Software updates and system upgrades for Prodigy and digital anesthesia platforms
• Annual recertification and calibration services for anesthesia vaporizers
• Emergency service coordination and rapid response technical support

Our team maintains current knowledge of AVMA guidelines, IACUC requirements, and E-Z Systems technology through ongoing factory training and regulatory updates. When you choose ARES Scientific as your Euthanex distributor, you gain a partner committed to supporting humane, compliant animal research.

Complementary Vivarium Equipment Solutions

In addition to Euthanex euthanasia and E-Z Anesthesia systems, ARES Scientific represents leading manufacturers across vivarium equipment categories:

Rodent Caging Systems – Individually ventilated cages (IVC), static microisolator caging, and barrier housing systems for mice, rats, and other laboratory animals

Cage Change and Transfer Stations – Laminar flow stations and downdraft tables providing clean environments for cage changing procedures

Cage and Rack Washers – Automated washing systems for vivarium equipment decontamination and sanitization

Sterilizers and Autoclaves – Steam sterilization equipment for feed, bedding, and vivarium materials

Animal Watering Systems – Automated watering solutions including bottle filling systems and reverse osmosis water purification

Necropsy Tables and Procedure Hoods – Ventilated necropsy stations and procedure hoods for safe animal examination and tissue collection

Visit our Architectural Resource Library for CAD drawings, specifications, and technical documentation supporting vivarium planning and design projects.

Request a Quote for Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia Equipment

Ready to discuss your vivarium equipment needs? Contact ARES Scientific today to speak with a Euthanex and E-Z Anesthesia specialist. Our team will help you configure the ideal euthanasia or anesthesia system, review AVMA compliance requirements, and provide detailed technical quotations.

Call us at 720-283-0177 ext 2 to speak with a knowledgeable representative who understands vivarium operations and can guide you through equipment selection.

Request a Quote Online – Complete our contact form with your vivarium requirements, and we’ll respond promptly with personalized recommendations and competitive pricing.

Browse All Euthanex Products – Explore our complete selection of Euthanex euthanasia systems, E-Z Anesthesia equipment, and accessories.

Whether you’re establishing a new vivarium facility, upgrading aging euthanasia equipment, or expanding anesthesia capabilities for increased surgical throughput, ARES Scientific provides the expertise and support you need. As your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex, we’re committed to delivering exceptional value, genuine products, and comprehensive service that ensures humane animal care and research success.

About ARES Scientific – Your Authorized Distributor for Euthanex: ARES Scientific is a factory-authorized distributor for Euthanex, E-Z Anesthesia, and other leading vivarium equipment manufacturers serving the Mountain West region. We provide expert consultation, competitive pricing, and comprehensive support for academic research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and government laboratories. Our team combines deep knowledge of laboratory animal care with responsive customer service to help you select, install, and maintain equipment that meets AVMA guidelines, IACUC requirements, and institutional animal care standards. Contact us today to experience the ARES Scientific difference.