Mayo Table Tray
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The Mayo table tray is a stainless steel, height-adjustable instrument stand used beside or over the operating table to keep key surgical instruments close at hand. Its compact base, smooth tray with raised edges, and easy mobility make it ideal for busy operating rooms and procedure suites. By bringing a clean, stable instrument surface right to the surgical field, it improves ergonomics, speeds up workflow, and supports safer, more organized procedures.
Description
A Mayo table tray is a compact, height-adjustable instrument stand designed to keep essential surgical instruments within immediate reach of the surgeon. It consists of a sturdy stainless steel tray mounted on a slim, mobile stand with a stable base. The tray typically has slightly raised edges to prevent instruments from rolling off, while the stand can be positioned over or beside the operating table without occupying much floor space.
Made from high-grade stainless steel, the Mayo table tray is corrosion-resistant, easy to disinfect, and able to withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization in demanding theatre conditions. Smooth welds, rounded corners, and a polished surface help maintain high hygiene standards and make wiping and washing quick and efficient.
Key features and benefits:
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Height-adjustable stand for comfortable working position and flexible positioning
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Stainless steel tray with raised edges to keep instruments secure
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Narrow, low-profile base that slides easily under operating tables
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Lockable castors or stable fixed feet (depending on model) for safe mobility
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Compact footprint that saves space compared to larger instrument tables
Typical applications include operating theatres, day-surgery units, minor procedure rooms, dental and veterinary surgeries. The Mayo table tray is used to arrange clamps, scissors, forceps, sutures, swabs, and other frequently used instruments so that the scrub nurse and surgeon can work efficiently with minimal movement. Compared with standard trolleys or side tables, a Mayo table tray brings the working surface closer to the operative field, improves ergonomics, and supports a cleaner, more organized surgical workflow.
