The Technical Vault
By SOSCleanroom
Glove Stations • Visual Management • Waste Reduction
Last reviewed: Jan. 21, 2026
Building a disciplined glove-change station with a 4-box horizontal dispenser
The Cleanroom Exam Glove 4-Box Dispenser (horizontal) is a wall-mounted, clear acrylic fixture designed to stage four glove cartons in a defined, repeatable location. It is constructed from 1/8" clear acrylic and fastens to the wall using screws and anchors provided. The published size is 10.125"W x 20"H x 3.5"D, with one dispenser per case.
1) The real problem: glove changes are a contamination-control moment
In many facilities, gloves are technically “available,” but the access method is uncontrolled: boxes migrate between rooms, sit on carts, get placed on benches, and are handled repeatedly. That pattern creates three predictable failure modes:
- Packaging contact risk: outer cartons become a frequent-touch surface that can carry residues back into the controlled space.
- Waste through damage: crushed or torn cartons dispense inconsistently, leading to double pulls and discarded gloves.
- Process ambiguity: when glove type/size is unclear, operators substitute or “test pull,” increasing waste and variability.
What a dispenser actually does
A dispenser does not sterilize gloves. It improves repeatability: a consistent location, consistent access point, and consistent restocking method. In quality terms, it reduces uncontrolled variation in a step that happens hundreds of times per shift.
2) Published specifications
| Attribute |
Published value |
Why it matters |
| SKU |
EBD-4000 (Acrylic) |
Supports change control and consistent reordering. |
| Material |
Clear acrylic only, 1/8" |
Visibility for inventory; rigid construction for repeatable dispensing. |
| Capacity |
Holds 4 glove boxes (horizontal) |
Supports size sets (S/M/L/XL) or defined glove types per SOP. |
| Size |
10.125"W x 20"H x 3.5"D |
Helps confirm fit on walls, pass-through areas, and gowning-room layouts. |
| Mounting |
Screws + wall anchors provided |
Reduces improvised mounting that loosens and becomes a handling hazard. |
| Order unit |
1 dispenser per case |
Useful for station-by-station standardization. |
3) Acrylic vs PETG: the decision should follow your disinfectant SOP
This model is acrylic. Published guidance states acrylic is ideal when the environment does not require IPA/harsh chemical wipe-down on dispensers; for acrylic, cleaning is described as soap and water. If a facility routinely uses IPA on dispensers, PETG is cited as the material with improved IPA/chemical compatibility, since IPA use on acrylic can cause deterioration/cracking over time.
Practical compliance note
Do not standardize dispenser material based on appearance alone. Align it to your validated cleaning agents, contact times, and frequency. If you want help matching dispenser material to your disinfectant program, SOSCleanroom can walk through it with your team.
4) Station design: pairings that reduce searching, substitutions, and waste
Gloves (define the station purpose)
Wipers (control the high-touch zone)
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Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe — stage wipers near the dispenser for controlled wipe-down of adjacent wall surfaces and for clean restocking technique (per SOP).
Garments (reinforce correct gowning flow)
5) Implementation checklist (simple controls that hold up to audits)
- Slot labeling: Size/type + approved use + room/zone designation.
- Restock control: Avoid mixed lots unless your SOP permits and documents it.
- Chemistry alignment: Confirm your cleaning agent list is compatible with acrylic (or specify PETG where required).
- Training: Teach a consistent withdrawal technique to reduce double pulls and glove waste.
Why SOSCleanroom for dispenser standardization
The best stations are standardized stations: consistent products, consistent training, and consistent replenishment. SOSCleanroom supports programs built on Texwipe, Ansell, and Kimtech product families with practical selection guidance and reliable supply continuity for critical environments.
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