The 2025 Guide to Mindray Systems Distributed by BOMImed
Why modern veterinary anesthesia machines matter
Inhalant anesthesia is no longer a “nice‑to‑have” for companion‑animal and research practices—it is a patient‑safety imperative. Digital gas blending, precision vaporizers, and ventilator modes that match tidal volumes down to 5 mL prevent hypoxia and barotrauma, while touchscreen workflows shorten the learning curve for rotating staff and locums. The result is smoother inductions, more stable vitals, and faster recoveries—benefits your clients notice and value.
BOMImed × Mindray: Canada’s trusted partnership
BOMImed is the official Canadian distributor for the full Mindray veterinary anesthesia portfolio, offering coast‑to‑coast sales, clinical training, and factory‑authorized service.
Quick‑glance comparison
| Product | Ideal Setting | Signature Advantages |
| Mindray Veta 3 | Small‑animal clinics, mobile vets | Integrated breathing circuit, quantified APL, modular upgrade path |
| Mindray Veta 5 | High‑volume surgical centres | Dual‑vaporizer mount, electronic fresh‑gas mixer, 10″ touchscreen |
| Mindray WATO EX‑20 Vet | Academic labs, budget‑sensitive practices | Compact cart, pressure‑control ventilation, colour alarm indicators |
| Mindray WATO EX‑35 Vet | 24‑hour emergency hospitals | Electronic P‑TV & SIMV, CO₂ bypass loop, large canister design |
| Mindray WATO EX‑65 Pro Vet | Specialty & teaching hospitals | VCV/PCV/PSV, automatic tube compensation, 15″ capacitive screen |
In‑depth look at each Mindray machine
Mindray Veta 3
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Compact enough for mobile units yet powerful for brick‑and‑mortar clinics, Veta 3 packages an integrated breathing circuit, high‑precision vaporizer, and an APL valve with a quantified scale into a footprint under 33 cm wide. The workstation accepts modular upgrades—scavenging, gas analysis, or secondary vaporizer—so startups can buy only what they need today and expand later.
Features at a glance
| Feature | Benefit for your team & patients |
| Integrated breathing circuit | Faster setups and fewer leak points |
| Quantified APL valve | Precise pressure control for <2 kg exotics |
| Modular upgrade path | Add second vaporizer or gas monitor as caseload grows |
| Color‑coded pressure gauge | Instant visual confirmation for new technicians |
| Lightweight footprint (<25 kg) | Fits mobile vans or tight prep areas |
Mindray Veta 5
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Built for heavy caseloads, Veta 5 adds an 8″ capacitive touchscreen, turbine‑driven ventilator that needs no external drive gas, plus dual vaporizers for rapid agent switches. An electronic fresh‑gas mixer tightens FiO₂ accuracy while conserving oxygen—crucial when everyday spay/neuter ramps consume cylinders fast.
Features at a glance
| Feature | Benefit for your team & patients |
| Dual‑vaporizer mount | Seamless sevo/iso swaps—no downtime |
| Electronic fresh‑gas mixer | Precise FiO₂ with 30 % gas savings |
| Turbine ventilator | Runs without drive gas—ideal for rural clinics |
| 10″ swipe‑friendly touchscreen | Smartphone‑like training curve |
| Optional BIS & spirometry modules | Future‑proof monitoring integration |
Mindray WATO EX‑20 Vet
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Universities and budget‑minded clinics gravitate to EX‑20 Vet for its rugged cart, 7″ wave‑form screen, and electronically‑controlled ventilator delivering tidal volumes from 5 mL upward. ACGO support means you can swap to non‑rebreathing circuits without disconnecting the patient.
Features at a glance
| Feature | Benefit for your team & patients |
| Compact cart design | Fits crowded teaching labs |
| Pressure‑control ventilation | Protects fragile lungs at low volumes |
| Colour alarm indicators | Rapid visual cues for students |
| ACGO toggle | Quick switch to non‑rebreathing circuits |
| Large storage drawer | Keeps masks, circuits, and absorbent handy |
Mindray WATO EX‑35 Vet
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Emergency and referral hospitals need ventilator flexibility at 3 a.m.—EX‑35 Vet obliges with dynamic tidal‑volume compensation, PCV‑VG mode, and SIMV for long orthopaedic repairs. A 10.4″ hi‑res display and integrated breathing loop put alarms, loops, and agent levels on one screen.
Features at a glance
| Feature | Benefit for your team & patients |
| PCV‑VG & SIMV modes | Smooth transitions from manual to controlled ventilation |
| CO₂ bypass loop | Canister swap without circuit break |
| Large soda‑lime canister | Fewer absorbent changes on overnight cases |
| Auto leak-test | Saves critical seconds during crash inductions |
| Gas‑scavenging interface | Lowers WAG exposure for staff |
Mindray WATO EX‑65 Pro Vet
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The flagship EX‑65 Pro Vet brings a 15″ capacitive touchscreen, electronic flowmeters, and full modular gas monitoring (O₂, CO₂, N₂O plus five agents) to teaching hospitals handling species from 500 g rodents to 150 kg livestock. Ventilation ranges from 5 mL to 1.5 L with VCV, PCV, PSV, and automatic tube compensation for exotics.
Features at a glance
| Feature | Benefit for your team & patients |
| 15″ capacitive display | Full waveforms & loops in one view |
| Electronic flowmeters | Visualise ultra‑low (≤0.5 L min) flows |
| Automatic tube compensation | Accurate pressures despite ETT resistance |
| Multi‑gas module (5 agents) | Research‑grade agent trending |
| BeneVision™ CMS Vet integration | Auto‑export to EMR & anaesthetic record |
Choosing the right system for your facility
- Caseload & species mix – Mobile spay days favour Veta 3 or EX‑20 Vet; exotic‑heavy teaching labs lean toward EX‑65 Pro Vet.
- Ventilation requirements – If you frequently ventilate <1 kg patients, pick a platform with 5 mL tidal volumes and PCV‑VG (EX‑35 Vet, EX‑65 Pro Vet).
- Agent flexibility – Dual vaporizers on Veta 5 reduce sevo‑iso swaps; EX‑65 Pro Vet’s electronic flowmeters future‑proof for emerging agents.
- Budget & footprint – Entry pricing starts with EX‑20 Vet; modular designs let you defer costs until caseload justifies upgrades.
Beyond the box: BOMImed service & training
BOMImed’s field engineers provide factory‑authorized installation, annual vaporizer calibration, and user training customized to your SOPs. Their clinical specialists host CE webinars on low‑flow techniques and agent stewardship, ensuring your team extracts every ounce of safety from Mindray hardware.
FAQs
How do veterinary anesthesia machines differ from human units?
Although they share core principles—fresh‑gas delivery, vaporization, and ventilation—veterinary machines must accommodate a 300‑fold patient‑weight range, offer low (<5 mL) tidal volumes, and integrate ACGO for non‑rebreathing circuits commonly used in <2 kg animals. Vaporizer mounts accept sevo‑flurane as default, whereas human ORs still lean on des‑flurane and isoflurane interchangeably.
What routine maintenance do Mindray machines require?
Daily leak checks and canister changes, weekly filter inspections, and annual vaporizer calibration/ventilator preventive maintenance. BOMImed’s technicians perform ISO‑compliant calibrations, update firmware, and run full ventilator self‑tests to maintain warranty coverage.
Can I finance an upgrade through BOMImed?
Yes. BOMImed partners with Canadian leasing firms to bundle equipment cost, accessories, and five‑year service into a single monthly payment, preserving capital budgets while locking in predictable operating costs.
How does low‑flow anesthesia save money?
Reducing fresh‑gas flow from 2 L min⁻¹ to 0.5 L min⁻¹ can lower isoflurane consumption by ~70 %, slicing annual agent spend and cutting greenhouse‑gas emissions. Mindray’s electronic mixers (Veta 5, EX‑65 Pro Vet) display real‑time flow, making low‑flow adoption straightforward.
What training is available for new hires?
BOMImed provides free online video modules covering startup, ventilator modes, and troubleshooting. For larger hospitals, on‑site competency sessions can be booked, ensuring every technician can run induction, maintenance, and recovery independently within a single shift.
Key takeaway
Choosing the right veterinary anesthesia machine is a decision that ripples through patient safety, workflow efficiency, and your bottom line. With BOMImed’s Canada‑wide support and Mindray’s scalable lineup—from the nimble Veta 3 to the powerhouse EX‑65 Pro Vet—you can match technology to caseload today and grow confidently tomorrow.
