+6 Installation Gallery Autoclaves for Veterinary Practices Vets across the country turn to steam sterilization to ensure everything from their surgical instruments to the biowaste they create remains free from harmful contaminants such as bacteria, bacterial spores, and viruses. So when it comes to the equipment your practice uses to keep patients safe and limit the spread of infection, having a reliable veterinary autoclave in your lineup is essential. At Consolidated Sterilizer Systems, we design and manufacture a range of autoclaves that meet the unique requirements of veterinary practices. All of our models are built using high-grade materials, meaning they’re durable, reliable, and able to serve your sterilization needs for years to come. Autoclaves for Veterinary Practices Steam Sterilization & Veterinary Hospitals Patient wellbeing is the top priority at any veterinary clinic. And as one of the most effective sterilization methods, most practices rely predominately on steam sterilization (via gravity displacement autoclaves) to ensure a safe clinical environment. Common veterinary autoclave loads include: Surgical instruments — scalpels, forceps, clamps, scissors Tools — dental scalers, probes, extractors, syringes Textiles — non-synthetic gowns, caps, drapes Glassware — vials, flasks, test tubes Biohazardous waste — used sharps, animal waste, blood samples Culture media and lab samples — petri dishes, agar plates, bacterial cultures Popular Consolidated Autoclave Models for Veterinary Practices Dual Chamber Tower Autoclave The Tower Model is a “stacked” dual chamber autoclave that drastically reduces the space required for sterilization systems within any laboratory setup. Shop All Double Door Pass-Thru Autoclave Choose from a variety of chamber sizes equipped with two doors. This series meets the tough requirements of biocontainment facilities, such as in Biosafety Level 3 rated laboratories, and clean-rooms. Shop All Single Door Hinged Autoclave Choose from a range of chamber sizes that are built with our time-tested and robust radial-arm, hinged door. Shop All Single Door Vertical Sliding Autoclave Choose from a range of chamber sizes equipped with our ergonomically friendly EZ-Glide vertical sliding door. Shop All Performance & Features From sustainability features that reduce water and energy usage to intuitive controls, we prioritize the features that make our autoclaves stand out. When you choose CSS, you always get proven quality and reliability, plus a high-performance solution for your steam sterilization needs. X1 Controls All of our sterilizers come equipped with this state-of-the-art and easy-to-use control system with password protection and 50 programmable cycles. Explore the X1 System Non-Proprietary Parts Consolidated’s sterilizers consist of high quality, non-proprietary parts that can be easily obtained from local suppliers, authorized service groups, e-store, or directly through Consolidated. Order Parts Sustainability Save water and energy in your medical facility with built-in eco-friendly — and utility-saving — features. View Sustainability Features Low Cost of Ownership From affordable service to lower utility costs, Consolidated sterilizers offer the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. Save Money EZ-Glide Sliding Door Simplifies chamber access with a sliding counterbalanced door that seals safely against an air actuated non-stick gasket. Available in both manual and one-touch, automatic power door configurations. See What's Inside Cycle Selection Typical Cycles for Veterinary Practices All of Consolidated’s sterilizers are equipped to run multiple kinds of steam sterilization cycles. Vets will find the following cycle types useful: Gravity The most basic sterilization type, a gravity cycle uses gravity to replace air in the chamber with steam via a drain port. Gravity cycles are best suited for fabric packs, unwrapped and wrapped instrument trays, and glassware. Pre-Vacuum Air is mechanically removed from both the chamber and the load through a series of vacuum and pressure pulses. This allows the steam to penetrate porous areas of the load that can’t otherwise be reached with simple gravity displacement. Pre-vacuum cycles are best suited for double-wrapped instrument trays and fabric packs. Liquids A liquid cycle is the same as a gravity cycle, though it uses a slower exhaust rate to minimize boil-over. Liquid cycles are best suited for media, LB broth, and water. Bowie-Dick Test This cycle is used for daily air removal testing. Veterinary Autoclave Pricing Pricing for new, small- and medium-sized autoclaves ranges from $40,000 to $100,000, depending on the size, configuration, and options you select. For pricing related to your practice’s autoclaving needs, contact us for a quote. Our Commitment to You At Consolidated, we’re committed to providing the best customer experience, and that means supporting you through your entire autoclave ownership journey. Pre-Purchase Advice Not sure which autoclave is right for your veterinary practice? We can help guide you through the key components in choosing your sterilizer — whether you opt for a standard model or choose to customize your unit. Installation Assistance Not only can we manufacture your steam sterilizer to your exact specifications, we also offer installation services. We’ll take care of getting your new veterinary autoclave up and running so you can focus on what matters most — your patients. Ongoing Support We stand behind our autoclaves, which is why we provide free technical and phone support for the lifetime of your unit. If there’s a technical problem, our service technicians and engineers will get to the bottom of it, at no cost to you. Plus, all Consolidated autoclaves come with a one-year warranty. See details > Not Sure Which Autoclave You Need? Help Me Choose Frequently Asked Questions What is a laboratory autoclave? A laboratory autoclave — also known as a steam sterilizer — is a sophisticated piece of equipment designed to use steam heat to kill any microbial life that may be present on a contaminated load. Autoclaves are considered essential equipment in almost any laboratory setting because they prevent the spread of foreign and sometimes harmful organisms within sensitive environments, ensuring the safety of researchers and the integrity of the research itself. What materials can I sterilize using a laboratory autoclave? Depending on the particular unit, laboratory autoclaves can sterilize a wide variety of goods, including (but not limited to) both solid and liquid media, metal instruments, glass containers, animal cage bedding, biohazardous materials, soil samples and red bag waste. What is the difference between a Class B and a Class N autoclave? The primary difference between Class B and Class N autoclaves is how they remove air from the chamber prior to sterilization. Class B autoclaves utilize a vacuum pump to completely remove air from the chamber, which enables steam to better penetrate the load. Class N autoclaves use steam from a boiler or generator to create downward displacement, which pushes air out of the chamber. Unlike a Class B autoclave, a Class N autoclave does not guarantee 100% air removal. For this reason, Class B autoclaves are preferable for more difficult loads that contain porous or hollow materials. Class N autoclaves are suitable for most standard applications. Does CSS offer laboratory autoclaves with different chamber volumes? Yes. We offer a wide selection of autoclave models with chamber volumes ranging from 3.9 cu. ft. (109 L) to 36 cu. ft. (1,019 L). You can view all of our laboratory autoclaves and corresponding chamber dimension and volume information in our laboratory and research autoclave brochure. Does CSS offer eco-friendly options? Yes. Here at CSS, we’re dedicated to helping our clients protect the environment (while lowering their operating costs) by reducing their water and energy consumption. To that end, our EcoJacket and WaterEco® water-saving systems come standard with all of our laboratory autoclaves, and we offer a range of additional sustainability features. You can learn more about all of our eco-friendly autoclave solutions here. Does CSS offer a warranty for laboratory autoclaves? Yes. All of our laboratory autoclaves include a one (1) year warranty covering defective parts and labor, as well as a substantial warranty on the sterilizer chamber. We can also customize your warranty to meet your specific needs. For more information about our product warranty, please contact our service team. What is the difference between a horizontal and vertical autoclave? While a horizontal autoclave features a chamber that’s horizontally oriented and accessed via the front of the unit, a vertical autoclave’s chamber is vertically oriented and top-loading. This leads to a smaller footprint for vertical autoclaves, as horizontal models sit in a wide frame to position the chamber at an ergonomic height for loading and unloading. Due to their larger capacity, horizontal autoclaves are better equipped for increased throughput. Though smaller, vertical autoclaves have the ideal chamber shape for accommodating long, narrow, or tall items.
