Modern Laboratory Vacuum Aspiration Systems for Safer Waste Collection
The Problem with Traditional Glass Vacuum Traps

For decades, laboratories have relied on traditional glass vacuum trap assemblies consisting of Erlenmeyer flasks, rubber stoppers, glass tubing, and loosely connected vacuum lines. While functional, these systems introduce several operational and safety concerns that modern laboratories can no longer ignore.
Traditional glass vacuum trap setups are often:
Fragile and prone to breakage
Difficult to clean and maintain
Time-consuming to assemble
Unstable during operation
Vulnerable to spills and contamination
Risky for operators handling harsh chemicals or biohazardous waste
When a glass bottle breaks during operation, it can create hazardous spills, workflow interruptions, expensive cleanup procedures, and potential damage to surrounding equipment. In addition, liquid or aerosol contamination entering a vacuum line can damage expensive pumps and create serious laboratory safety concerns.
As laboratories continue to prioritize safety, efficiency, and workflow reliability, there is a growing need for a stronger and safer vacuum aspiration solution. The CDC also recommends the use of overflow collection flasks and inline filtration when handling aspiration and vacuum applications involving biohazardous materials to protect both personnel and vacuum systems (CDC, 2009).
Introducing Vactrap™ Rhino™

Vactrap™ aligns with CDC guidelines for handling aspiration and vacuum applications involving biohazardous materials and exceeds standard recommendations in terms of safety, stability, ease of use, and ease of cleaning. The system is also compliant with 40 CFR 264.175 requirements for secondary containment.
Vactrap™ Rhino™ combines the proven performance of the Vactrap™ vacuum aspiration platform with Rhino™ safety-coated glass technology to deliver a safer, more durable solution for demanding laboratory environments.
Designed specifically for harsh chemical applications where PP or HDPE bottles may not be suitable, Vactrap™ Rhino™ provides the chemical resistance of glass while significantly improving handling safety and operational reliability.
The result is a complete vacuum aspiration system engineered to protect:
Vacuum lines
Vacuum pumps
Laboratory personnel
Critical workflows
Built for Harsh Chemical Applications
Many laboratories work with aggressive solvents and chemicals that require the compatibility and resistance of borosilicate glass. While polymer bottles offer durability advantages, some applications demand glass performance.
Vactrap™ Rhino™ addresses this challenge by integrating safety-coated glass bottles into a modern vacuum aspiration system.
This makes the system ideal for:
Chemical aspiration workflows
Solvent waste collection
Harsh reagent handling
Vacuum-assisted liquid removal
Laboratory waste aspiration
The Rhino™ coated bottle technology helps contain glass fragments and liquids in the event of accidental breakage, reducing spill hazards and improving laboratory safety.
Key Features of Vactrap™ Rhino™
Rhino™ Safety-Coated Glass Bottles

The Rhino™ safety coating adds an extra layer of protection around the glass bottle, helping contain fragments and liquids if accidental breakage occurs. Which improves operator safety, reduced spill risk and enhanced durability during daily laboratory use
VersaCap® Technology
Vactrap™ Rhino™ incorporates Foxx Life Sciences’ VersaCap® technology to simplify tubing management and improve workflow organization.
Inline Vent Filtration
The integrated inline 0.2μm Hydrophobic PTFE vent filter protects both the vacuum system and laboratory environment by preventing liquid and aerosols from entering the vacuum line.
Secondary Containment
Vactrap™ Rhino™ are paired with secondary containment bins. Secondary containment provides spill control and additional protection during transport and operation
Why Laboratories Should Switching to Vactrap™ Rhino™
Modern laboratories are under constant pressure to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance safety.
Vactrap™ Rhino™ helps achieve these goals by replacing outdated glass vacuum trap assemblies with a complete engineered system designed for modern laboratory workflows.
Compared to traditional vacuum trap setups, Vactrap™ Rhino™ offers:
Traditional Glass Trap |
Vactrap™ Rhino™ |
|---|---|
Fragile glass setup |
Safety-coated glass technology |
Requires Manual assembly |
Comes pre-assembled simple plug-and-play system |
Tangled tubing |
Includes VersaCap® Technology that eliminates tube tangling |
No Secondary Containment |
Integrated Secondary bin for added safety |
Difficult to clean, requires disassembly |
Easy to clean, wide-mouth bottles |
Hard to move and very easy to break |
Portable, lightweight |
Non-Compliant |
Laboratory-grade materials, 40 CFR 264.175 Compliant, ISO 13485 manufacturing |
Supporting Protection Inside and Outside the Lab
Foxx Life Sciences is committed to protection both inside and outside the laboratory.
Through the PUREGRIP® RHINO initiative, a portion of profits supports rhino conservation efforts, reinforcing the company’s commitment to durability, protection, and sustainability.
