Building a Vivarium Cleaning Program That New Employees Can Learn in One Week

Staff turnover is one of the most persistent operational challenges in laboratory animal facilities. When new technicians ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 09/01/2026

The Hidden Cost of Contamination: What Facility Downtime Really Costs a Vivarium

When contamination occurs in a laboratory animal facility, the immediate concern is usually the affected room. But ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 08/07/2026

Five Places Cross-Contamination Happens Even in Well-Managed Vivariums

Cross-contamination is one of the most persistent threats to laboratory animal facilities. Even in well-managed vivariums ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 08/05/2026

Vivarium Cleaning SOPs: What Leading Research Institutions Have in Common

A well-written cleaning Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is more than a compliance document; it is the foundation of a ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 06/15/2026

What AAALAC Inspectors Look for in Vivarium Cleaning Programs

For vivarium managers and directors of animal resources, few events are more important than an AAALAC International site ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 03/27/2026

Protecting Animal Welfare and Research Integrity Through Process Improvement

Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness in lab animal facilities is essential not only for animal health and ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 02/20/2026

Disinfecting Rodent Cages in the Vivarium: What You Need to Know About Hydrogen Peroxide-Based Products

With so many disinfectant options on the market, how do you know which hydrogen peroxide product is safe and effective for ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 01/15/2026

2025 in Review: Advancing Vivarium Care Through Partnership, Innovation, and Real-World Support

As we wrap up 2025, all of us at Contec Lab Animal are reflecting on what truly matters: supporting the incredible teams who ...

Contec Lab Animal Science 12/15/2025