When it comes to outfitting your hospital morgue, pathology lab, or medical examiner’s facility, choosing the right morgue equipment is critical—not just for workflow, but for dignity, safety, and sanitation. One of the most overlooked yet essential tools in this environment is the covered transport cart.
These carts, sometimes referred to as mortuary transport stretchers, are designed to offer discreet, stable, and professional-grade transport for deceased individuals within facilities. Whether you're working in a hospital morgue, forensic pathology unit, or a funeral home, a high-quality covered mortuary cart helps maintain compliance and respect in high-sensitivity settings.
🚑 What Makes a Covered Transport Cart Essential?
Covered transport carts serve several important functions in a clinical and mortuary environment:
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Discreet body transport within hospitals and morgues
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Sanitary containment during internal movement of remains
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Heavy-duty support for cadavers or lab specimens (often up to 1000 lbs)
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Professional presentation for family viewings or sensitive environments
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Mobility through hallways, elevators, and limited-access spaces
They differ from basic medical stretchers or gurneys by offering greater load capacity, better concealment, and often custom features like locking casters, stainless trays, and vinyl covers.
🛠️ What to Look for in a High-Quality Mortuary Cart
When sourcing a cart for your morgue or facility, make sure to look for:
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304 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance
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Locking swivel casters for directional control
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Removable tray or shelf for dissection or transport
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Premium-grade vinyl covers in standard or custom colors
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Customizable dimensions to suit different room layouts
Also, consider facilities that offer bulk pricing, custom fabrication, or Made in USA certification.
🔗 Recommended Product: Covered Transport Cart by American Mortuary & Pathology Equipment
One of our top recommended options is the Covered Transport Cart – AME 600015-CR. This cart is built with 304 stainless steel, includes a 23" removable tray, and is covered with a durable vinyl shell for full discretion. It’s designed to carry up to 1000 lbs and is manufactured in the USA.
If you're upgrading your hospital morgue equipment, building out your autopsy suite, or simply replacing an outdated cart in your pathology lab, this is an industry-grade solution with proven reliability.
🏥 Related Equipment for Medical and Mortuary Use
Alongside covered carts, your facility may also require:
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Refrigerated mortuary coolers
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Embalming stations
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Autopsy tables
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Mortuary body lifts
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Pathology grossing stations
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Medical stretchers with bariatric support
Having a properly equipped environment ensures compliance with safety protocols, enhances workflow efficiency, and maintains the dignity of the deceased.
📞 Need Help Outfitting Your Facility?
Contact our team at American Mortuary and Pathology Equipment for expert guidance, quotes, and bulk pricingacross our entire line of morgue equipment.
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