Premier Source: An all inclusive program for your preparation room

Building a new embalming room or remodeling an existing one can be a daunting task. Duncan Stuart Todd developed Premier Source after years of experience in understanding the needs of funeral service professionals and the requirements of regulatory agencies.

Premier Source is an all-inclusive package that combines architectural design with a range of time-tested equipment, all from a single source.

Duncan Stuart Todd has been creating state-of the-art, code compliant preparation rooms across the United States and Canada for over twenty years. Capitalize on our expertise and range of innovative equipment.

Discover the benefits of a Duncan Stuart Todd preparation room below, or contact us now.

Design

Vision

It all begins with a clear vision. Our professional knowledge enables us to transform your ideas into design solutions that meet the functional and code requirements of the modern day preparation room.
Communication

The staff at Duncan Stuart Todd is trained to help you realize your objectives and guide you through the design and construction process. We develop an effective working relationship with the project team and utilize detailed questionnaires, phone consultation, and technology to meet the needs of your project.
Execution

After the room design is approved, Duncan Stuart Todd prepares 6 full size CAD drawings that address ventilation, placement of cabinetry, foot-end and safety equipment, as well as guideline recommendations for floors, walls, ceilings, and lighting. DST orders equipment and schedules delivery of products to dovetail with construction phases.
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Premier Source Product Sheet

Carmony – Ewing Chapel

I'm 200% satisfied with eveything

As I remodeled my building, I thought I could save money by designing my own prep room. ‘Because no one knows better about what I want, than I do.’ Then I realized this was a daunting task, something would be left out! Duncan Stuart Todd came to my rescue and I’m 200% satisfied with eveything from the instrument drawers and cabinetry, countertops, modern and up-to-date water supply units and drains.

Ventilation

Perhaps the most critical issue facing funeral service professionals is the need to provide safe air in the embalming room. Duncan Stuart Todd specifies and supplies state-of-the-art PrepAir G2 Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) and PrepArm Localized Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Systems for your preparation room.

PrepAir G2 HVAC

PrepAir G2 systems heat, cool and ventilate the entire preparation room with 100% fresh air while using less energy than traditional systems. PrepAir G2 Systems are the first fully integrated HVAC systems designed specifically to produce the results necessary to meet or exceed OSHA standards for safe air in preparation rooms.

Duncan Stuart Todd determines which energy efficient PrepAir G2 unit will work properly in your preparation room and provides CAD drawings and installation specifications.
PrepArm Localized Exhaust Ventilation

PrepArm LEV systems prevent toxic fumes from entering the breathing zone of the embalmer. LEV systems, recommended by the National Association of Funeral Directors (NFDA) and The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are supplemental to whole room exhaust.

Five available PrepArm models accommodate installation considerations and address single and multiple station embalming room configurations.
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PrepAir Product Sheet

PrepArm Product Sheet

Calvin B. Scruggs Funeral Home

The air system was our first priority, and it is excellent

The air system was our first priority, and it is excellent. We do not smell any odors–all of the airborne contaminants are exhausted and we feel that we are well protected. I love it. The new equipment and technology provided by the Todd’s put the final touches on our facility.

Equipment

The Premier Source package includes all the equipment that is necessary for a proper functioning, code compliant embalming room.

After your room design is approved, Duncan Stuart Todd provides an itemized proposal that includes Duncan Stuart Todd’s exclusive embalming room equipment and third-party products.

Package Components

Equipment includes ventilation systems, foot-end equipment, and high quality plumbing and safety products. Our modern products are designed and manufactured based on over twenty years of continual evolution and improvement. We provide the best equipment available at the best possible prices.
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Premier Source Equipment List

Music City Mortuary Service

The DST Morgue Table Receptors have been one of the best investments

We recently remodeled our preparation room. The DST Morgue Table Receptors have been one of the best investments we have made. They are compact, clean and easy to maintain. We also installed the DST Water Control Units. The design takes up a minimal amount of space on our countertops and provides a clean and professional appearance, while allowing us to operate very efficiently.

Cabinetry

Custom Cabinetry

Premier Source includes custom cabinets that are tailored to each project. Duncan Stuart Todd cabinetry is specific to the embalming room and designed to meet the unique needs of the practitioner.

Special Features

Among the custom features offered are upper and lower cabinets, bio-hazard cabinets, instrument drawers, and built-in desks. Cabinetry materials are moisture resistant and easy to clean.
Reliable and Precise

Duncan Stuart Todd’s long-time fabricator manufactures your cabinets with care. Professional detailed cabinet drawings make installation easy.
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DST 700 Custom Cabinetry Technical Information

Carmony – Ewing Chapel

I'm 200% satisfied with eveything

Interiors

Premier Source includes seamless medical grade flooring, rub rail wall protection, and high-scrub paint.

Interior Elements

Our Interior Elements packages offer a coordinated palette of colors and surface materials for cabinetry, wall coverings, paint and flooring, all selected by a professional interior designer.

Duncan Stuart Todd will send color samples so that you can select the perfect scheme for your new or renovated embalming and dressing rooms.
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Interior Elements Palettes

Davis & Davis Funeral Home

We love everything about the preparation room

We love everything about the preparation room. The ease of how everything works, from the aspirator to the foot controls on the sinks, and the PrepAir ventilating system have given us a state-of-the art facility.

Support

Project Support

Duncan Stuart Todd is committed to serving its clients throughout the design and installation process. We provide drawings and specifications to assist your construction team and are available for direct consultation with your architect, general contractor, plumber, HVAC technician and other support staff.

The Power of Expertise

Duncan Stuart Todd has established a reputation for superior quality in design and products, a tradition of service to the client, and respect from funeral service professionals. We are available for assistance year after year. We have designed hundreds of preparation rooms for remodeled and new funeral homes and look forward to the opportunity to serve you on your project.

Piper Funeral Home

Great people to work with

What an easy company to work with. From start to finish, they were there to help. Great people to work with.