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Animal Changing Stations

Tecniplast Animal Changing Stations and Biosafety Cabinets are engineered to ensure high safety standards, operator comfort, and animal welfare in laboratory environments. These systems deliver ISO Class 3 air quality for guaranteed protection against contamination, while their ergonomic and lightweight design makes them easy to maneuver. The hinged view screen allows seamless access to the work area, simplifying cage changes. With a versatile work surface that supports both flat and recessed configurations, these units are suitable for various species and procedures. Available in three sizes and designed for energy efficiency and ease of maintenance, they also promote a quieter, more comfortable working environment.

  • Ergonomic, lightweight design with hinged view screen for easy cage handling
  • Dual-surface configuration: flat (for mice/minor procedures) or recessed (for rat cages)
  • ISO Class 3 air quality ensuring high contamination control
  • LED lighting for energy efficiency and longer service life with Red Light Option
  • Adjustable Height for mobility and ergonomics 
  • Quiet operation and low vibration to support operator and animal well-being
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Model Width Weight Working Area Features
ARIA CS36 36 in (90 cm) 375 lbs (170 kg) 34.25" x 24.02" x 23.23–25.20" (870 x 610 x 590–640 mm) ISO Class 3 / Dual access / Recessed-flat surface / Auto-lift / Energy efficient / HEPA + prefilter
ARIA CS48 48 in (120 cm) 408 lbs (185 kg) 44.09" x 24.02" x 25.20–27.17" (1120 x 610 x 640–690 mm) ISO Class 3 / Flat-recessed config / Low noise / LED dimmer / Rounded surfaces / EC motor
ARIA CS60 60 in (150 cm) 432 lbs (196 kg) 51.18" x 24.02" x 25.20–27.17" (1300 x 610 x 640–690 mm) ISO Class 3 / Wide access / Dual config / Height adjustable / Red light option / Vibration dampening
ARIA CS60 D 60 in (150 cm) 441 lbs (200 kg) 54.88" x 24.02" x 26.77–28.74" (1394 x 610 x 680–730 mm) ISO Class 3 / Large footprint cages / Motion sensor / Options: folding shelf / magnifier / Filter protection net

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Ergonomics at the Forefront

Tecniplast change stations are designed with ergonomics at the forefront, ensuring comfort and efficiency for users during long or repetitive tasks. Features like electric height-adjustable work surfaces, recessed or flat working configurations, low noise operation, and wide access openings allow technicians to work comfortably whether seated or standing. Rounded corners, integrated armrests, and optimized airflow reduce strain while maintaining high safety and containment standards.

Built to Last

Tecniplast change stations are designed with ergonomics at the forefront, ensuring comfort and efficiency for users during long or repetitive tasks. Features like electric height-adjustable work surfaces, recessed or flat working configurations, low noise operation, and wide access openings allow technicians to work comfortably whether seated or standing. Rounded corners, integrated armrests, and optimized airflow reduce strain while maintaining high safety and containment standards.

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What makes Tecniplast change stations different from traditional laminar flow cabinets?

Tecniplast change stations are purpose-built for laboratory animal handling. They combine ISO Class 3 air quality with patented dual-configuration work surfaces (flat or recessed) to support both experimental and cage-changing activities. With integrated features like electric height adjustment, noise reduction, and ergonomic design, they enhance both operator comfort and biosecurity compared to standard clean benches.

How does the dual-configuration work surface improve cage changing operations?

The patented surface design allows users to switch between a flat mode (ideal for mice cages or procedures) and a recessed mode (better suited for larger cages like rats), without altering airflow integrity. This flexibility improves containment, ergonomics, and workflow adaptability—especially useful in multi-species facilities.

How portable are these stations within a facility?

Models such as the ARIA CS36 and CS48 are designed for easy movement. They are 20% lighter than typical comparable units and include integrated push/pull bars and optional castors, making it simple to relocate them between rooms as needed while maintaining containment performance.

What sustainability and maintenance features do Tecniplast stations offer?

Tecniplast change stations are equipped with EC motor technology, LED lighting with dimmer, and HEPA filters protected by pre-filters, significantly extending filter life and reducing energy and maintenance costs. Surfaces like TRESPA® panels are autoclavable and easy to clean, supporting high hygiene standards with minimal downtime.

What options do these offer?

Tecniplast offers a comprehensive range of change stations to meet the diverse needs of animal research facilities. The ARIA CS series—including models CS36, CS48, CS60, and CS60 D—provides ISO Class 3 air quality with ergonomic designs, recessed or flat work surfaces, red light, option detection, automatic on/off, magnifying glass, dispensers, and lightweight mobility for routine cage changing. For advanced applications, the TECH series—TECH60, TECH48 GAS, TECH60 GAS, and ISO-TECH60 P—combines cage changing functionality with Class II Biosafety Cabinet performance, offering features like integrated anesthesia systems, dual-mode operation, automatic sash windows, and optional germ-free configurations. Together, these models deliver flexible, safe, and high-performance solutions for both standard and specialized workflows.