Buying Guides
Practical U.S.-buyer guides for planning, specifying and purchasing pathology, morgue, mortuary, anatomy, histology and refrigeration equipment.
Real measurementsCapacity, dimensions, utilities, access and compatibility.
Procurement-readyRFQ inputs, submittals, bid comparisons and lifecycle factors.
Primary sourcesRelevant U.S. government and standards-body references.
Morgue Refrigeration & Cold Storage
Buyer’s guideMorgue Refrigeration: Capacity, Controls and Procurement
WorksheetAverage Hold, Surge and Bariatric Capacity Planning
EngineeringMatching Evaporators and Condensing Units
PlanningAisles, Doors, Service Access and Workflow
ComparisonPackaged vs. Remote Refrigeration Systems
Risk planningRedundancy for Institutional Facilities
ControlsTemperature Monitoring, Alarms and Notifications
EPA planningRefrigerant Selection for New Equipment
ChecklistElectrical, Drain, Ventilation and Clearances
AcceptanceCommissioning and Acceptance Testing
Body Transport, Trolleys & Lifts
Buyer’s guideMortuary Lift Capacity, Height and Compatibility
ComparisonHydraulic vs. Electric Mortuary Lifts
DefinitionPowered Lift vs. Powered Travel
ComparisonSingle-Scissor vs. Double-Scissor Lifts
CapacityBariatric Mortuary Handling Planning
CompatibilityTray, Rack, Cooler and Lift Alignment
ComparisonFixed-Height vs. Elevating Trolleys
WorkflowCovered Transport for Hospitals and Campuses
MaintenanceBattery, Charging and Emergency Lowering
ChecklistStaff Equipment Evaluation Checklist
Autopsy, Pathology & Histology
Buyer’s guideAutopsy Tables: Downdraft, Height and Plumbing
Buyer’s guideGrossing Stations: Ventilation and Ergonomics
SafetyFormalin Dispensing and Exposure-Control Equipment
LayoutAutopsy Suite Equipment and Transfer Paths
Materials304 vs. 316 Stainless Steel
HistologyMicrotome Safety, Ergonomics and Workflow
HistologyCryostat Temperature, Safety and Service
HistologyTissue Processor Capacity and Reagent Workflow
HistologyEmbedding Center Temperature and Ergonomics
SafetyEmergency Eyewash Planning
RFQs, Bids & Institutional Procurement
TemplateHow to Write a Mortuary Refrigeration RFQ
TemplateBid Specification for Coolers and Walk-Ins
ChecklistTechnical Submittals Required Before Award
MatrixApples-to-Apples Quote Evaluation
CalculatorTotal Cost of Ownership
Due diligenceWarranty, Service and Spare-Parts Questions
PlanningFreight, Rigging and Installation Responsibilities
AcceptanceFactory vs. Site Acceptance Testing
LifecycleReplacement vs. Repair Planning
PreparednessHospital and County Surge Capacity Planning
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