{"title":"Grossing Stations","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:880px;margin:0 auto;font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#14181F;line-height:1.62;font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-weight:600;font-size:30px;line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 18px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eGrossing stations — downdraft \u0026amp; backdraft, ventilated workstations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eAmerican Mortuary Coolers manufactures \u003cstrong\u003egrossing stations\u003c\/strong\u003e for surgical pathology, histology, and forensic laboratories. Every grossing station is fabricated from 304 or 316 stainless steel with integrated ventilation, sink, and work surface sized for specimen accessioning and tissue dissection. We are a U.S. manufacturer selling factory-direct, not a distributor reselling another brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003eStations are configured as downdraft or backdraft to control formalin vapor at the bench, with hot\/cold fixtures, hydro-aspirator vacuum, cutting boards, magnifying lamps, and dictation or imaging integration available depending on configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-bottom:1px solid #E5E7EB;padding:22px 0;margin:0 0 28px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;font-size:15px;color:#4A4A4A;\"\u003eBrowse the full catalog of autopsy, dissection, grossing \u0026amp; anatomy equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pathology-autopsy-equipment\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#101A34;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003eView all pathology \u0026amp; autopsy equipment →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 0;font-size:13px;color:#6B7280;\"\u003eQuote-based pricing · Made in the USA · Request a quote in 24 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-weight:600;font-size:22px;margin:0 0 12px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eDowndraft vs. backdraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eVentilation style is the defining choice for a grossing station, and it depends on bench placement and air handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #F0F0F0;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eDowndraft grossing stations\u003c\/strong\u003e — extraction pulls formalin vapor down through the work surface, keeping fumes below the breathing zone; suited to open-floor benches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #F0F0F0;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eBackdraft grossing stations\u003c\/strong\u003e — rear-plenum extraction for benches placed against a wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0;\"\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated fixtures\u003c\/strong\u003e — sink, hydro-aspirator, cutting board, formalin dispensing and collection, and task lighting at the station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-weight:600;font-size:22px;margin:0 0 12px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003eGrossing stations are welded from heavy-gauge 304 or 316 stainless steel with seamless welds and rounded edges for fast disinfection and chemical resistance. Ventilation is engineered to control formaldehyde at the source, supporting OSHA formaldehyde exposure requirements; final compliance depends on room air handling. Hands-free controls, eyewash, and ADA-height options are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-weight:600;font-size:22px;margin:0 0 12px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eWhere these stations are used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003eOur grossing stations serve surgical pathology and histology departments, forensic and medical examiner laboratories, biopsy and specimen accessioning labs, and university teaching programs — supporting tissue grossing, specimen description, and dictation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-weight:600;font-size:22px;margin:0 0 12px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eManufacturer-direct vs. distributor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003eMost grossing stations sold in the United States move through distributors that mark up another company's equipment. We design and fabricate in-house and ship factory-direct, which removes the reseller margin and lets us configure ventilation, fixtures, lighting, and dimensions to your specification. Labs comparing quotes from Mopec, Leica, Thermo Scientific, or ARES Scientific are encouraged to request a direct comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-weight:600;font-size:22px;margin:28px 0 16px;color:#101A34;border-top:2px solid #B91C22;padding-top:18px;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eWhat is a grossing station?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eA grossing station is a ventilated stainless steel workstation for describing and dissecting tissue specimens in surgical pathology. It integrates a sink, work surface, and formalin-vapor extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between downdraft and backdraft grossing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eDowndraft pulls fumes down through the work surface; backdraft extracts from a rear plenum. Downdraft suits open benches; backdraft suits wall-placed stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eDo grossing stations help with formaldehyde compliance?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. Ventilation is engineered to control formalin vapor at the source, supporting OSHA formaldehyde exposure requirements. Final compliance depends on room air handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eWhat stainless steel grade are your grossing stations made from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStations are fabricated from heavy-gauge 304 stainless steel as standard, with 316 available for higher chemical and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eCan a grossing station integrate imaging or dictation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. Stations can be configured with task lighting, magnification, and dictation or imaging integration depending on the build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 6px;color:#101A34;\"\u003eHow do I get pricing for a grossing station?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePricing is quote-based. Submit a request and our team returns a configured quote, typically within 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#F7F8FA;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-radius:6px;padding:28px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Charter,Georgia,serif;font-size:20px;color:#101A34;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eConfiguring a grossing bench?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px;font-size:15px;color:#4A4A4A;\"\u003eSee every autopsy, dissection, grossing, and anatomy product in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pathology-autopsy-equipment\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#101A34;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003eView all pathology \u0026amp; autopsy equipment →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;font-size:14px;color:#6B7280;\"\u003eRelated: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dissection-tables\" style=\"color:#B91C22;text-decoration:none;\"\u003edissection tables\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autopsy-dissection-sinks\" style=\"color:#B91C22;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eautopsy \u0026amp; dissection sinks\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pathology-autopsy-equipment\" style=\"color:#B91C22;text-decoration:none;\"\u003epathology \u0026amp; autopsy equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"CollectionPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.mymortuarycooler.com\/collections\/grossing-stations#webpage\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.mymortuarycooler.com\/collections\/grossing-stations\",\n      \"name\": \"Grossing Stations | Downdraft \u0026 Backdraft | U.S. Pathology Equipment\",\n      \"description\": \"Downdraft and backdraft grossing stations with integrated sinks and formalin control for surgical pathology labs. 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Built for hospital pathology departments, surgical pathology labs, ME and forensic pathology centers, university teaching hospitals, histology labs, and research institutions running specimen workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDowndraft grossing station\u003c\/strong\u003e — formaldehyde and fixative vapor capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormalin grossing station\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrated fluid containment for 10% NBF workflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilated dissection workstation\u003c\/strong\u003e — OSHA-compliant capture below the work surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e dissection-grade work surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfigurable\u003c\/strong\u003e — sink, formalin dispense\/recovery, height-adjustable surface, photography stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSPE-1035-01\u003c\/strong\u003e — image-of-record model number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSF, UL, ASTM E84\u003c\/strong\u003e certified · meets OSHA formaldehyde PEL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-year structural warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican made in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tennessee-mortuary-coolers\"\u003eJohnson City, Tennessee\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it fits in the USPE workflow line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USPE-1035-01 is the dedicated specimen-accessioning workstation in the USPE pathology lab equipment line — distinct from autopsy tables (full cadaver workflow). Pairs with the autopsy line: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/adjustable-height-pedestal-autopsy-table\"\u003eUSPE-1035-PED Pedestal Autopsy Table\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/covered-autopsy-dissection-table-vented-model-1035-06dt-v\"\u003eUSPE-1035-06DT-V Vented Covered Dissection Table\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/covered-autopsy-dissection-table\"\u003eUSPE-1035-02 Covered Dissection Table\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull USPE catalog: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pathology-autopsy-equipment\"\u003epathology and autopsy equipment\u003c\/a\u003e — the complete pathology lab equipment, forensic autopsy equipment, and medical examiner equipment line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistology grossing station vs tissue grossing station — what’s the difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA histology grossing station is the same physical workstation under a different department label — histology labs use the term when grossing is upstream of tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy. A tissue grossing station emphasizes the tissue-handling side of specimen workflow. Both terms describe what the USPE-1035-01 does: dissect, document, and accession surgical or autopsy specimens with formaldehyde vapor capture and fluid containment. The same configurable workstation serves surgical pathology, histology, tissue accessioning, and autopsy specimen accessioning workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy downdraft ventilation matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormalin grossing station workflow handles fixative-wet specimens — formaldehyde (10% NBF) vapor is the dominant ambient exposure source in a pathology lab. OSHA action level: 0.5 ppm 8-hour TWA. PEL: 0.75 ppm. The USPE-1035-01 downdraft ventilation pulls vapor down through the work surface and out through a HEPA-stage filter or facility exhaust before it reaches the operator’s breathing zone. Downdraft is standard on this unit, not a costly add-on as on lower-tier ventilated dissection workstation units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSPE model number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSPE-1035-01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard grossing workstation — downdraft grossing station with formalin handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVentilation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDowndraft — formaldehyde and fixative vapor capture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFluid containment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated perimeter, formalin-compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSurface construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 stainless steel, dissection-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOSHA compliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeets 0.75 ppm PEL formaldehyde exposure limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115V\/230V (configurable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNSF, UL, ASTM E84 Class A, Prop 65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-year structural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican made — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tennessee-mortuary-coolers\"\u003eJohnson City, Tennessee\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU.S. Pathology Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConfiguration options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard configuration ships with downdraft ventilation. Common variants include integrated sink and faucet, integrated formalin dispense\/recovery, height-adjustable work surface (also requested as “ventilated dissection workstation with elevating capability”), and dedicated specimen photography stand. Specify at quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance and procurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecified for hospital pathology, ME, university teaching hospital, and research institution AHJ review. Documentation: spec sheet, ventilation schedule, electrical schedule, NSF\/UL listings, ASTM E84 certifications, formaldehyde exposure compliance documentation. Net terms for institutional, government, federal, and university buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePricing and financing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$12,789.99 factory direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0% financing at checkout\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shop Pay Installments for qualified buyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended financing\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/financing\"\u003eapply here\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSection 179\u003c\/strong\u003e in-year tax treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet terms\u003c\/strong\u003e for institutional and government buyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and lead time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-to-order. Lead time 6–8 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/mortuary-equipment-planning-guides\/mortuary-cooler-delivery-times-by-region\"\u003eDelivery times by region\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegional desks: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/southeast-mortuary-needs\"\u003eSoutheast\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/midwest-mortuary-needs\"\u003eMidwest\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/northeast-mortuary-needs\"\u003eNortheast\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/southwest-region-mortuary-coolers\"\u003eSouthwest\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rocky-mountain-mortuary-needs\"\u003eRocky Mountain\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pacific-mortuary-coolers\"\u003ePacific\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/canada-mortuary-coolers\"\u003eCanada\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompetitor benchmarks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable downdraft grossing station and formalin grossing station units from MOBI Lab (mobilab.us), Mopec, Mortech, Thermo Scientific, and Leica run higher per-unit with longer lead times. Buyers searching “best grossing station” for hospital pathology procurement consistently land on USPE for downdraft standard + American manufacturing + 10-year warranty. See the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/mortuary-equipment-planning-guides\/mobi-mortuary-equipment-vs-american-mortuary-coolers\"\u003eMOBI vs USPE comparison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a histology grossing station or a tissue grossing station?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth — the USPE-1035-01 is the same physical workstation under either department label. Histology labs use it upstream of processing\/embedding\/microtomy. Surgical pathology labs use it for tissue accessioning. The downdraft ventilation, fluid containment, and 304 stainless surface serve both workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include downdraft ventilation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — downdraft is standard on this downdraft grossing station, not an add-on. Meets OSHA 0.75 ppm formaldehyde PEL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can be configured?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated sink, formalin dispense\/recovery, height-adjustable work surface, and specimen photography stand. Specify at quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare to a Mopec grossing station or Mortech autopsy table line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory-direct American manufacturing, faster lead times, 10-year warranty, downdraft included standard. mobilab.us, Mopec, and Mortech equivalents typically charge downdraft as an upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat about Thermo Scientific or Leica grossing stations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher per-unit at comparable spec. USPE positions as the American-made best grossing station alternative at factory-direct pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the lead time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6–8 weeks from quote confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it manufactured?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohnson City, Tennessee. 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