ARES Scientific specifies and supplies automated cage wash systems for high-throughput vivariums, including tunnel and cabinet washers engineered for validated thermal disinfection, water/energy efficiency, and repeatable results. Systems are designed for stainless longevity, easy service access, and clean integration with rack, cage, and bottle workflows.
Overview (read more)
Whether you process a few hundred cages a day or thousands, we match chamber size, conveyor style, and utilities to your cycle time targets and facility constraints. Features include precise temperature control, conductivity-verified rinses, robust filtration/straining, and options for heat or air-assisted drying modules to reduce turnaround time.
Types of Automated Cage Wash Systems
Tunnel Cage Washers
- Continuous conveyor for maximum throughput and predictable takt time.
- Multi-zone wash/rinse with high-impact spray coverage and thermal disinfection.
- Energy & water recovery to cut utility load while maintaining performance.
Cabinet Cage Washers
- Batch processing ideal for mixed loads, small rooms, or off-peak use.
- Programmable cycles with selectable temps, times, and chem dosing.
- Compact footprints with pass-through options for clean/dirty separation.
Rack & Bottle Wash Integration
- Rack adapters & carts align with cage/tunnel workflows to reduce handling.
- Bottle baskets & manifolds coordinate with downstream rinse and sterilization.
- Air blow-off / drying options to speed re-use and staging.
Performance & Validation
Wash Quality & Monitoring
- Thermal disinfection with verified time-at-temperature profiles.
- Conductivity / TDS checks for final rinse quality assurance.
- Self-cleaning strainers & multi-stage filtration to protect spray performance.
- Data logging for cycle parameters, alarms, and compliance records.
Utilities, Sustainability & Ergonomics
Room & Utility Integration
- Heat reclaim & water recirculation to lower operating costs.
- Steam, electric, or gas heat options matched to plant utilities.
- Low-noise conveyors & access panels for technician comfort and fast service.
- Floor drains & splash control to maintain safe, clean work areas.
Why Choose ARES Scientific
Our Advantage
We help you size, specify, and commission automated cage wash systems that hit your throughput, containment, and sustainability goals—without sacrificing reliability.
- Right-sized capacity: models and options tuned to daily cage counts and peak loads.
- Validated cycles: repeatable disinfection with documentation for audits and AAALAC expectations.
- Lifecycle support: layout guidance, install coordination, training, and responsive service.
Automated Cage Wash FAQ
How do I choose between a tunnel and a cabinet washer?
Tunnel washers maximize throughput and reduce staging for large volumes. Cabinet washers suit mixed loads, lower volumes, or space-limited rooms with batch flexibility.
What temperatures are typical for thermal disinfection?
Many vivarium SOPs target final rinse temps in the 180–190°F (82–88°C) range with validated hold times; follow your institutional standards and manufacturer guidance.
How can I cut water and energy use?
Specify heat recovery, rinse recapture, and optimized spray coverage. Right-size cycle parameters and use conductivity-based final rinses to avoid over-flushing.
What maintenance preserves wash performance?
Routine strainer cleaning, spray arm inspection, nozzle descaling, gasket checks, and logging of temps/conductivity prevent gradual performance loss and unplanned downtime.