Adjustable Microtome Table
Electric Sit to Stand Microtome Table Comfort Built for Histology
The PrecisionGlide™ Workstation is an electric adjustable microtome table that gives your lab the sit-stand flexibility technicians need, without sacrificing the stability microtome work demands. It runs on electric controls, letting your technician set the exact height they need at the touch of a button. With electric controls, your technician can sit and stand while working, which is recommended for tasks in histology. It also means every technician gets the correct hand height at the table, regardless of their own height. That kind of fit and movement helps comfort and supports long-term wellness, instead of locking them into one position for a full shift.
Description
Engineered Specifically For Microtome Work
The PrecisionGlide was custom engineered and designed for use as an adjustable microtome table. Not every height-adjustable table works for microtome use. Most do not. It’s vetted and running in labs around the country, and it ships fully assembled since everything is welded together for maximum support.
If your team is working with a fixed-height table, they may be at risk for Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) due to uncomfortable postures and having to sit all day. OSHA’s laboratory ergonomics guidance specifically names microtome operation as a repetitive task that puts lab workers at risk, and recommends neutral wrist and arm positioning, which is hard to get with a non-adjustable table.
What Makes The PrecisionGlide Essential For Microtome Work?
An electric height-adjustable sit-stand microtome table lets technicians customize the table height for both sitting and standing positions. This ergonomic design reduces strain and increases comfort, so technicians can focus on accuracy and precision. The PrecisionGlide’s stability keeps the water bath and thin ribbons of paraffin-embedded tissue steady for smoother, more efficient specimen preparation.
Stability Expectations For A Microtome
When the table moves up and down, the water bath, slides, and microtome move with it. Once it’s in place, this gives you the most stable surface available with a height-adjustable solution.
“The dense, heavy top prevents vibration and grounds the table.”
Benefits Of The PrecisionGlide Workstation
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Flexible positioning
Switch between sitting and standing to prevent fatigue, reduce back pain, and lower the risk of chronic health issues.
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Enhanced alertness
Alternating positions keeps technicians focused and energized through their shift.
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Reduced MSD risks
Proper ergonomic posture decreases the likelihood of neck, shoulder, and back strain.
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Improved comfort
Customizable heights let technicians adjust the table for the right eye level and posture.
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Increased productivity
Comfort boosts focus, which improves productivity and work quality.
PrecisionGlide Or PrecisionGlide-L: Which One Fits Your Lab
Each layout has its own benefits.
| PrecisionGlide-L | PrecisionGlide (Standard) | |
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| Work surface | Fixed surface built into the table — room for a tool bucket, ice bath, and a run of slides without crowding the main work area. | Pull-out shelf on a slide, adding 22″ of surface when needed and tucking flush against the table when it’s not in use. |
| Floor space | A 24″ return leg (as specified on a recent build) permanently uses about 2 extra square feet of floor space. | Keeps the floor around the table clear, since there’s no fixed return leg in the way. |
| Cost | Higher cost than the standard model. | Lower cost than PrecisionGlide-L. |
| Best fit | Labs that want fixed surface built into the table itself. | Labs with tight space, or teams that already run supplies off a rolling cart. |
Which one fits comes down to how your team works day to day and your budget: fixed surface built into the table with PrecisionGlide-L, or open floor, lower cost, and a mobile cart with the standard PrecisionGlide.
The PrecisionGlide Workstation replaces uncomfortable, static work positions with sit-stand flexibility built for microtome work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the PrecisionGlide height adjustable microtome histology table different from a standard height-adjustable table?
Standard adjustable tables aren’t built for the load and rigidity microtome work needs. The PrecisionGlide is custom engineered for microtome use, welded for maximum support, and vetted in labs around the country.
Can technicians sit and stand while using the table?
Yes using a lab chair, the table adjusts from 30″ to 42″. With a lab stool for seated height, it adjusts from 36″ to 48″.
Should I choose PrecisionGlide or PrecisionGlide-L?
Choose PrecisionGlide-L for more fixed surface built directly into the table. Choose the standard PrecisionGlide with a pull-out shelf if floor space is tight, your team uses a supply cart, or you want a lower cost option.
Does the table ship assembled?
Yes. Everything is welded together and ships fully assembled for maximum support.
Can I get custom colors?
Yes. Custom colors are available upon request in addition to our standard base and top finishes.
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PrecisionGlide Specifications
Height-Adjustable Microtome Table — All Configurations
| Main Table Depth | 30″ or 36″ |
| Main Table Length | 60″ or 72″ |
| Return | 12″ deep × 24″ wide |
| Pull-Out Shelf | 12″ deep — specify left or right side |
| Open Working Surface | 44″ with 60″ table | 48″ with 72″ tableMeasured when pull-out shelf is deployed |
| Depth | 30″ or 36″ |
| Length | 60″ or 72″ |
| Pull-Out Shelf | 12″ deep — specify left or right side |
| Depth | 30″ or 36″ |
| Length | 42″, 48″, 60″, or 72″ |
| Chair Configuration | 30″ to 42″ | sit-to-stand with a chair |
| Stool Configuration | 36″ to 48″ | sit-to-stand with a stool |
| Surface Options | Epoxy | Phenolic |
| Pull-Out Shelf Surface | Epoxy Black | Phenolic Black |
| Base / Frame | Grey | Silver | White |
| Top Surface | Phenolic Black |
| Pull-Out Shelf | Phenolic Black |
| Custom Colors | Available upon request |
