Kathy,Are you smelling formalin in the lab?  If so, check the condition of the filter, or check when the last time the filter was changed.  The filters in the Mopec self-contained ventilation systems contain potassium iodide to trap formalin vapors.  Maybe the filter is exhausted.Just a thought...Bob Robert (Bob) Chiovetti, Ph.D.Southwest Precision InstrumentsArizona's Microscopy Resource132 North Elster DriveTucson, AZ 85710-3212Tel./Fax 520-546-4986www.swpinet.comMember, Arizona Small Business Association(www.asba.com)----- Original Message ----From: Kathy Gorham To: Temple Nancy ; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.eduSent: Thursday, February 8, 2007 5:13:01 PMSubject: Re: [Histonet] Grossing StationsWe have a 600 Mopec grossing station also but we are having some problem with the ventilation.  Is your self contained or is it vented into your hospital vent system?  Our's is self contained.  Is anyone having the same problem or have any suggestions?  ThanksKathy GorhamSupervisor HistologyGrande Ronde HospitalLaGrande Or----- Original Message ----- =0AFrom: "Temple Nancy" To: Sent: Friday, January 26, 2007 6:01 AMSubject: RE: [Histonet] Grossing StationsWhen we remodeled our lab, we put in Mopec grossing stations. Thecompany is great to work with. The stations can be built to suit yourneeds. We have one, I believe it is the 600, that is height adjustable.The other unit is stationary. Ventilation works well on both. Wouldhighly recommend Mopec.Nancy TempleSupervisor Histology/CytologySt. Francis HospitalIndianapolis, In-----Original Message-----From: histonet-bounces@lists.utsouthwestern.edu[mailto:histonet-bounces@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of PatriciaKarlischSent: Thursday, January 25, 2007 6:11 PMTo: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.eduSubject: [Histonet] Grossing StationsAll,  We are considering purchasing two large grossing stations with someextra options.   Can any of you recommend the grossing stations that youwould prefer.  We would like the grossing station to last for areasonable amount of time, be sturdy in construction, offer options thatcan be added later but also be user friendly with enough shelf space andwork area. Most importantly the ventilation must be of high quality.  Wehave several companies that we are looking at but would like to get anidea of what most folks are using and if you are happy with the units ornot.  If you could also tell us what features you liked.   Thank you in advance,Pat Karlisch=0ASupervisor, Histology, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Penn StateMilton S. Hershey Medical Center Mail Code H179 Hershey, PA 17033 Phone(717) 531-6072Fax: (717) 531- 7741email: pkarlisch@psu.edu*****E-Mail Confidentiality Notice*****This message (including any attachments) contains information intendedfor a specific individual(s) and purpose that may be privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure pursuant toapplicable law.  Any inappropriate use, distribution or copying of themessage is strictly prohibited and may subject you to criminal or civilpenalty.  If you have received this transmission in error, please replyto the sender indicating this error and delete the transmission fromyour system immediately._______________________________________________Histonet mailing listHistonet@lists.utsouthwestern.eduhttp://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet_______________________________________________Histonet mailing listHistonet@lists.utsouthwestern.eduhttp://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ____________________________________________________________________________________Expecting? Get great news right away with email Auto-Check. Try the Yahoo! Mail Beta.http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta/newmail_tools.html 
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