Thermocare®
Intensive Care Units
Through the power of state-of-the-art, water-lined,
temperature-controlled ThermoCare technology, lab researchers
can conduct their work without leaving animals vulnerable to
cold or inconsistent temperatures. Instead, ThermoCare cages
provide a secure environment designed to support post-operation,
hypothermic, or otherwise unstable animals. The patented warmers
are ideal for safely administering tests, oxygen, and nebulized
medication or monitoring subjects' vital signs. The patented Thermocare
water-jacketed warmer base is made of heavy gauge fire retardant
plastic. The UL and CSA approved heater maintains the
temperature of the water accurately through resistance heating
controlled thermostatically with a direct water-contact sensor.
Creates a natural thermal convection current within the walls of
the unit and the heat is radiated to ensure a constant,
sustainable temperature within a safe therapeutic range of
75°-100°F wherever the patient lies. This combination of radiant
heat and convection currents preclude the use of a pump, fan, or
motor which may spark and ignite with the use of oxygen. Uniform
temperature is achieved without "hot spots" and "safe heat" is
assured because the animal is surrounded by comforting warmth,
just like a "hot water bottle", making Thermocare Warmers a
critical part of recovery for reptiles, rodents and animals.
Vents on the top of the heated or unheated covered units allow
warm air to rise and escape with any carbon dioxide build up. It
is the combination of therapeutic heat with respiratory therapy
that creates a stand-alone ICU (Intensive Care Unit). For
example, with the addition of a cover (domed or flat - which
allows respiratory therapy) the Thermocare Warmer becomes an
ICU. To meet your specific needs, ThermoCare® offers a wide
selection of intensive care units. Intensive Care Unit with Dome
Cover allow a full latitude of respiratory therapeutic
procedures, including administering oxygen, humidity and
nebulization in combination with heat. Units accommodate animals
up to 20 pounds (small size) or up to 80 pounds (medium/large
sizes). The optional perch facilitates treatment for birds. Dome
covered units include: Water conditioner, Water level gauge,
Spin/venting handport covers, Humidiguide (temperature/humidity
gauges) - Accessories include 2 nebulizers, humidifier, O2
tubing, hose fittings and hose connectors. ThermoCare
water-lined warmer with dome addresses the post-procedural
requirements for larger subjects and birds to allow safe
recovery and observation in a controlled environment.
