Champaign, IL Vivarium Rooms Vivarium rooms in Champaign, IL. We have over two decades of experience working with Champaign, IL researchers to the pinpoint environmental conditions needed for their particular requirements. Darwin Chambers understands what a precise vivarium rooms can do for your research. That's why we are constantly developing new practices and technologies to get our clients the best product for them. To find out more about how Darwin Chambers can help your research in Champaign, IL, check out more of this article, call us today at 877-783-6774 or contact us online. In addition to vivarium rooms, we also offer plant growth rooms and plant growth chambers for Champaign, IL researches who focus on plant research, in addition to insect rearing rooms and insect rearing chambers for the study of insects. What Are Vivarium Rooms? The word "vivarium" comes from the Latin words for "place for" and "living things." In short,. That can include anything from a tarantula cage in a teenager's room, to Biosphere 2. In the scientific community, vivarium rooms are also known as animal research facilities, and their purpose is to house animals and/or plants under conditions simulating a natural environment. These microecosystems are a fundamental aspect of observing plants or animals under certain conditions, or humanely housing experimental animals. Things to Keep in Mind When Getting a Vivarium Room in Champaign, IL There are several environmental controls required for a well-functioning vivarium room. For your facility in Champaign, IL, you need to know that the controlled environment room is capable of meeting them all: Light — Different life forms have grown accustomed to different types of lighting and heating. Ectotherms warm themselves with external heat like the sun, while some plants do best in the shade. Different bulbs offer different levels and types of heat and light, and your vivarium room may need a controller to simulate light and dark periods. Temperature and Humidity — Similarly, some animals cannot live in high humidity and temperature, while others need it to thrive. Heat can be sourced from a building's system or heat lamps. Ventilation — Proper air flow is imperative for circulating air, preventing mold accumulation, reducing the growth of harmful bacteria, and balancing the air flow between the vivarium room and other areas of your facility. There are a variety of exhaust fan options available, depending on the temperature and humidity of the room in question. An animal or plant's habitat plays a vital role in their health. You require a precise vivarium room to guarantee the integrity of both the organisms you're studying and your research in Champaign, IL. The Darwin Chambers Advantage For Your Vivarium Rooms in Champaign, IL There's a good reason Darwin Chambers has been a "go-to" manufacturer and vendor of vivarium rooms to the Champaign area for more than two decades. We are driven to constantly improve our units for our clients, and our commitment to customer support is unmatched. We customize each unit based on a client's specific needs. With a Darwin Chambers vivarium room, you get: Our Technologies — We're consistently looking for new ways to improve our already impeccable products. With our virtual touchscreens, precision ultrasonic humidification, antimicrobial handles, and more, your Champaign, IL vivarium room will be easy to use, dependable, have lower energy loads than other units, and will be safe for all organisms who enter and reside in it. Our Service Plans — We don't stop working for you once you have your ideal vivarium room; we want to make sure your unit stays at peak performance and lasts as long as you need it to. We offer technical support throughout the lifetime of your controlled environment room, such as: Preventive maintenance Calibration Validation and qualification Service plans Our Compliance Standards — The use of animals for research is subject to numerous regulations. All of our vivarium rooms are in accordance with the following regulations: AALAC OLAW USDA NIH NIST All instruments are also calibrated to NIST traceable standards. Financing — We have a relationship with North Star Leasing so our Champaign, IL scientists can work with the impeccable controlled environment rooms they need while maintaining financial flexibility. Our "Quick Ship" Program — Looking for a vivarium room, but need it ASAP? We also offer pre-engineered units, which we promise will be delivered to your Champaign, IL location within 15 business days. With all of our custom or pre-engineered units in Champaign, IL, you'll get: Fans and lights that offer superior efficiency and distribution Available temperature ranges from 20°C to 60°C; 37°C standard set point ADA compliance at no extra cost Humidity control at sensor: ±0.5% Temperature control at sensor / set-point: ±0.2° C A variety of surface and construction options Illuminated personnel emergency alarm, a potentially life-saving feature for injured personnel To see a full list of our vivarium room specifications, click on the button below: Download Brochure Other rooms and reach-in chambers we offer to Champaign, IL clients include: Call Darwin Chambers For Your Vivarium Room in Champaign, IL No one can beat Darwin Chambers in the value, reliability, expertise, and availability of our vivarium rooms and experts. Our mission statement is to "grow and lead our biotech industry through the efforts of a creative, skilled, and professional workforce." We know the importance of a precise vivarium room for your Champaign, IL research, and we know how to build the room for your research to thrive. Call Darwin Chambers today at 877-783-6774 or contact us online for a free quote.