Laboratory Research

We have been a recognized industry leader in laboratory washing equipment for over 45 years.

Argonne National Labs became our first customer in this arena, when in 1955 it ordered two stainless steel washers to clean animal cages. That request spurred the development of out Laboratory Division, which today manufactures washing equipment for Laboratories, Universities, and Hospitals throughout the world.

Girton understands that every laboratory facility has unique requirements. That’s why we employ an in-house engineering department capable of responding to your specific needs. In fact, throughout the history of this division, Girton has responded to ever-changing, increasingly stringent sanitation standards through pioneering innovation and cutting-edge technology.

Some of our Technological Firsts:

Microprocessor-based washing machine control systems.
Development of washing solution filters and screening systems which are largely self-cleaning.
Development of the commercialized use of a powered traveling header system in cabinet-style washers.
The use of vertical, submerged head, seal-less pumps on washing machines.
The perfection of washing header systems that can be quickly and easily dismantled for cleaning by hand, with out the use of tools.

With a Girton washer in your facility, you will feel secure knowing that the highest degree of cleanliness and sanitation is being achieved. Additionally, you’ll receive the benefits of our superior customer support system long after the equipment is put into operation.

80-O Rack & Cage Washer

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The 80-0 is a heavy duty, large capacity hydrospray washer designed for thorough, efficient cleaning of cages, racks, debris pans and miscellaneous items used in the care of laboratory animals.

794A Cabinet Washer

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The washer shall be a Girton Model 794A Cabinet Type Pressure Washer constructed of type-304 stainless steel, utilizing a reciprocating header spray system. The spray header is suspended from a carriage riding on an overhead track. The operating cycle is entirely automatic with each stage of operation under microprocessor control at all times.

Purpose of System:

To ensure the adequate cleaning and rinsing of bottles, utensils, cages, etc.

Tunnel Washer

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The Girton Tunnel Washer is a heavy duty, conveyorized, hydro-spray washer designed for thorough, efficient cleaning of cages, debris pans, bottles, feeder bowls, and miscellaneous items used in the care of laboratory animals.

BD80 Automatic Bedding Dispenser

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Girton pioneered this dispenser in 1979, and introduced it to the market place in 1980, hence BD80. The bedding transfer system consists of stainless steel “flights” attached to commercial-grade hardened steel chain links, which were sourced to cure the problem of pinching, link wear, jumping off drive sprockets, jamming, etc., associated with other types of chain. These links are not available in stainless steel material.

All other components of the BD80 are fabricated of stainless steel material.
The Girton BD80 Bedding Dispenser is designed to prevent water from entering the bedding dispenser at the load end of the unit. Cleanouts, debris pans, screens, etc. are provided where appropriate.
The Bedding Dispenser shall be a completely packaged unit complete with all wiring for single service connections.
The bedding dispenser shall be designed to accurately dispense varying amounts of bedding into animal cages as they are conveyed through the bedding dispenser in random fashion. The bedding dispenser shall handle various forms of solid bedding as used in the Animal Care Industry.

BD96 Bedding Dispenser

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The Bedding Dispenser is a completely packaged unit complete with all wiring for single service connection. It is designed to accurately dispense varying but uniform amounts of bedding into two animal cages at one time as they are manually placed under the dispensing ports. The bedding dispenser shall handle all the various forms of bedding used in today’s Animal Care Industry. This bedding dispenser has been designed to eliminate the jamming, clogging, bridging, and non-conveyance of ultra-light bedding materials, problems commonly associated with other semi-automatic bedding dispensers.