Automatic cage washers are specialized cleaning devices designed to efficiently sanitize and disinfect cages and related equipment used in laboratory, breeding, or research settings. Their key applications include:  

 1. Laboratory Animal Facilities  

- Scenario: In scientific experiments (e.g., drug testing, disease modeling), rat cages require frequent cleaning to prevent cross-contamination.  

- Function:  

  - Rapidly removes residues like feces, urine, and hair.  

  - Eliminates pathogens via high-temperature, UV, or chemical sterilization, ensuring experimental accuracy.  

  - Automated processes reduce human contact and contamination risks.  

 2. Large-Scale Breeding/Research Farms  

- Scenario: High-throughput cleaning of cages, feeders, and water bottles in breeding facilities.  

- Function:  

  - Batch processing of cages (e.g., multi-tier racks) improves efficiency.  

  - Removes stubborn stains (e.g., bedding, grease) to extend equipment lifespan.  

  - Ensures animal welfare by minimizing disease spread due to hygiene issues.  

 3. Pharmaceutical & Medical Industries  

- Scenario: GLP/GMP-compliant environments where cage cleaning must meet strict regulatory standards.  

- Function:  

  - Standardized workflows (pre-wash, main wash, rinsing, drying) ensure residue-free results.  

  - Automated data logging (e.g., temperature, time, detergent usage) for audit compliance.  

  - Eliminates variability in manual cleaning, safeguarding experiment consistency.  

 4. Biosafety Laboratories (BSL-3/4)  

- Scenario: Research involving infectious agents (e.g., viruses, bacteria).  

- Function:  

  - Closed-system design prevents aerosol contamination, protecting operators.  

  - High-temperature or chemical sterilization thoroughly eliminates biohazards.  

  - Integrates with automated conveyor systems for "dirty-in, clean-out" workflows.  

 5. Educational Institutions  

- Scenario: University labs or teaching environments with high cage turnover.  

- Function:  

  - Rapid processing of large volumes of cages for student experiments.  

  - Reduces labor intensity and frees up staff for other tasks.  

  - Minimizes experimental failures caused by hygiene issues.  

 Key Advantages  

- Efficiency: Processes tens to hundreds of cages per hour, far surpassing manual speeds.  

- Hygiene: High-temperature (60–90°C), UV, or chemical sterilization meets aseptic standards.  

- Cost Savings: Lower labor costs, reduced cage replacement, and optimized utility use.  

- Compliance: Supports traceability (e.g., sterilization logs) for regulatory or research audits.  

 Target Users  

- Research laboratories, universities, pharmaceutical companies, CDCs, and breeding facilities.  

- Compatible with equipment: Stainless steel cages, plastic boxes, water bottles, feeders, etc.  

Automatic cage washers address the limitations of manual cleaning (low efficiency, hygiene risks) and are essential tools for maintaining animal health, experimental reliability, and operational sustainability in research and breeding contexts.