Advantages of ASI's Self-Contained Cart Systems:

1. Ease of relocation - With ASI's portable self-contained cart you are able to transport the cart to a different location. If you are not sure where to open a self-contained unit is the perfect way to test your market without financial obligation.
2. Reduced startup cost - ASI's self-contained unit eliminates the expense associated with plumbing a building. All that is required to be fully operational is a standard 120 volt outlet.
3.  Immediate startup - ASI's self-contained cart allows you to open without waiting for additional permits and building inspections. If you are moonlighting, setting up a satellite office or working out of a specialty office on the side, ASI's Advanced Integrated Self-Contained cart gives you the flexibility to practice anywhere without the hassle of assembling and disassembling your instruments for transport.
4. Painless lease negotiation - With ASI's self-contained cart you are able to negotiate more favorable lease terms because there is no need to compromise to the building structure for plumbing renovations.
5. Connect to central plumbing - ASI's self-contained cart's internal air compressor and vacuum can be bypassed and connected to central plumbing at any time. If your central plumbing fails, ASI systems can be converted back into a standalone cart at any time, making it the most versatile self-contained system on the market.

Considerations of ASI's Self-Contained Cart Systems:

1. Required maintenance - ASI's Self-Contained systems include an internal air compressor, vacuum, purge and closed water systems that require periodic maintenance to sustain a high level of performance. Some of the maintenance required should be done daily, monthly or annually.
2. Suction purge and cleaner - Knowing how to maintain your equipment is essential. ASI self-contained systems are designed to minimize maintenance, however there is still a need to purge out the contents of the suction system at the end of the day and vacuum up evacuation system cleanser to sit overnight. The entire procedure takes less than ten minutes but is a necessary and important process.
3. Sound and vibration - Although ASI's self-contained systems are remarkably quiet for having an air compressor and vacuum right in the room with you it does make some sound while operating. The vacuum makes a gentle hum sound while operating and the air compressor is slightly louder. If you want your treatment rooms to be absolutely quiet, then a self-contained system may not be for you. ASI has applied technological advancements by installing special spring isolators to absorb and eliminate cart vibration. Because the system contains all of your pumps, the running air compressor and/or vacuum motor will produce vibration which may even vibrate your hand-pieces located on the hand-piece holder bar. Vibration is a normal byproduct of any self-contained system and should not affect the overall experience of using the equipment.
4. Understanding of mechanics- Although the systems are designed to be easy to operate and generally do not require action from you, the basic understanding of how they operate goes a long way in maximizing their use. If you don't feel you are at all mechanically minded or inclined, then a self-contained may not be the best choice for you.
5. Heat - ASI systems are designed to accommodate an entire day of procedures year round.  The air compressor and vacuum do generate heat which is cooled and vented into the operatory via an internal cooling fan. Please be aware that the equipment does produce heat and increased temperature (if any) will depend on operatory size and usage.

For more information please call 1-800-566-9953 or visit our website for an overview of our complete line of ASI's Self-Contained or Integrated Dental Systems.