Animal Vivarium Equipment and Supplies

ARES Scientific provides complete animal and vivarium equipment & supplies for modern research facilities. From animal care and handling to washing, sterilization, and material movement, our portfolio is engineered for durability, cleanability, and compliance—helping your team improve efficiency, protect staff, and support animal welfare across the entire workflow.

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Whether you are outfitting a new vivarium or upgrading a single room, we help you specify, install, and maintain solutions that integrate with existing SOPs and infrastructure. Our focus is consistent performance, validated cleanliness, ergonomic operation, and long-term reliability.

Featured Vivarium Equipment Categories

Animal Care & Handling

• Anesthesia Systems – precise vapor delivery, scavenging compatibility, and easy maintenance.
• Animal Transport – secure, ergonomic carts and carriers for safe intra-facility movement.
• Procedure Lights – adjustable, high-illumination task lighting for surgery and inspection.
• Euthanasia Systems – controlled, compliant solutions to support humane endpoints.
• Necropsy Tables & Procedure Hoods – stainless, downdraft workstations for clean, efficient procedures.

Caging & Containment

• Rodent Caging – high-density, ventilated options that promote airflow and ergonomics.
• Rabbit Caging – modular housing with optimal air exchange and easy sanitation.
• Ferret Caging – species-specific layouts balancing enrichment and hygiene.
• Marmoset Caging – primate-focused designs with enrichment and observation access.
• Tree Shrew Caging – specialized environments supporting behavioral/biomedical studies.
• Large Animal Caging – rugged construction and safe technician access.
• Isolators – sealed bioexclusion/gnotobiotic containment for strict microbiome control.

Washing, Sterilization & Disinfection

• Automated Cage Wash Systems – high-throughput tunnels and cabinets with validated disinfection.
• Cage, Rack & Bottle Washers – thorough coverage, repeatable cycles, and easy service access.
• Steam Sterilizers – autoclaves for cages, racks, and instruments.
• Dry Heat Sterilizers – dependable sterilization for heat-tolerant components.
• Vivarium Dry Heat Sterilizers – energy-efficient chambers for continuous operation.
• Zebrafish & Aquatics Washers – precision washers and filtration for aquatic research.

Bedding, Watering & Workflow

• Animal Watering – automated and bottle-based systems with reliable valves and manifolds.
• Bedding Fill & Disposal Systems – dust/odor containment via pre-filters, HEPA, and carbon.
• Cage Change & Transfer Stations – vertical laminar flow for safe, efficient husbandry.
• Bulk Trucks – fully welded stainless transport with smooth, cleanable interiors.
• Material Handling – carts, trolleys, and shelving that streamline daily tasks.

Why Choose ARES Scientific

• Built for research: 304/316 stainless, autoclavable/clean-in-place designs, and rugged construction.
• Containment & compliance: solutions that support AAALAC expectations and GLP/GMP workflows.
• Throughput & automation: equipment that shortens cycles, reduces rework, and frees technician time.
• End-to-end support: specification help, install coordination, training, and responsive service.

Vivarium Equipment FAQ

What should I consider when selecting a cage washer?

Match capacity to daily cage counts, verify thermal disinfection, review water/energy recovery options, and confirm rack/bottle compatibility. Look for validated cycles and serviceable components to reduce downtime.

How do bedding systems reduce allergen exposure?

Closed dispensing and disposal with staged filtration (pre-filter, HEPA, carbon) minimize dust and odor, improving room air quality and protecting technicians.

When do I need an isolator instead of standard caging?

Use isolators for bioexclusion, germ-free, or gnotobiotic studies requiring sealed environments, controlled air treatment, and pass-through procedures.

Can ARES help with room layout and throughput planning?

Yes. We review cage counts, cycle times, and material flow to recommend equipment pairings and placement that balance containment, capacity, and ergonomics.