Precision Indirect Calorimeters for Accurate Metabolic Assessment
Explore advanced indirect calorimetry systems tailored for healthcare, fitness, and research, with B2B-ready integrations across North America.
Essentials of Indirect Calorimetry
Indirect calorimetry plays a critical role in accurately assessing human energy expenditure by measuring oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production. This technology is essential in fields like clinical nutrition, sports physiology, and metabolic research. With innovations in sensors, gas exchange analysis, and cloud connectivity, modern systems now provide real-time insights and automated data tracking.
Environmental Metabolic delivers a full suite of indirect calorimeters built for B2B clients across North America. Our devices are used by hospitals, research institutions, fitness centers, and industrial health programs. We provide dependable, integrated technologies that deliver accurate metabolic data—empowering healthcare professionals and researchers alike.
Based in Oakland, CA, Environmental Metabolic continues to lead the way through innovation, reliability, and expert-driven solutions tailored to diverse industries and regulatory demands.
Top-Tier Technologies from
Environmental Metabolic and Global Partners
In addition to offering products and systems developed by our team and trusted partners for Indirect Calorimeters, we are proud to carry top-tier technologies from Global Advanced Operations Tek Inc. (GAO Tek Inc.) and Global Advanced Operations RFID Inc. (GAO RFID Inc.). These reliable, high-quality products and systems enhance our ability to deliver comprehensive technologies, integrations, and services you can trust. Where relevant, we have provided direct links to select products and systems from GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc
Core Components
Hardware
- Gas Exchange Measurement Modules – Integrated with Chemical and Gas Sensors to precisely analyze O₂ and CO₂ exchange in metabolic assessments.
- Flow Sensors & Breathing Circuits – Enhanced using Biometric and Health Sensors for ergonomic, real-time patient interfacing during respiratory monitoring.
- Touchscreen Monitors – Optimized with Industrial Tablet PCs to provide interactive patient setup and data visualization in lab and clinical settings.
- Portable Systems – Supported by Cellular IoT Devices for compact, mobile operation and on-site metabolic testing across diverse environments.
- Calibration Tools – Equipped with Temperature & Process Calibrators to maintain high-accuracy metabolic measurements over repeated use.
Software
- Metabolic Profiling Algorithms – Automatically interpret energy expenditure and substrate utilization
- User Management Dashboards – Allow patient data storage and comparison across tests
- Analytics & Reporting – Custom reports with trend charts and health insights
- Compliance Logs – Document calibration records and test metadata
Cloud Services
- Data Backup & Syncing – Secure storage with multi-user access
- Remote Monitoring – Clinicians can monitor test sessions remotely in real-time
- API Integration – Compatible with hospital or lab information systems (LIS)
- HIPAA-Compliant Hosting – End-to-end encryption for patient confidentiality
Key Features and Functionalities
- Breath-by-breath metabolic measurement
- Automatic RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate) calculation
- Real-time VO₂ and VCO₂ tracking
- Integrated patient coaching modes
- Portable and stationary configurations
- Wireless or Bluetooth-enabled sensors
Integrations and Compatibility
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as Epic and Cerner
- LIS integration for centralized lab data processing
- Third-party fitness platforms for performance tracking
- GAO RFID-enabled asset tracking for device traceability
- Supports integration into metabolic carts and pulmonary testing workflows
Benefits
- Improve patient outcomes through personalized nutrition or rehab plans
- Enable precise data-driven fitness or metabolic research
- Reduce time-to-diagnosis for metabolic syndromes
- Increase clinical workflow efficiency
- Ensure reproducible results with minimal operator dependency
Applications
- Clinical nutrition and metabolic rate assessment
- Obesity and weight management programs
- Sports science and athlete training
- ICU energy expenditure monitoring
- Research on energy metabolism and disease correlation
Industries Served
- Hospitals & Clinics
- Academic and Research Institutes
- Sports Medicine Centers
- Rehabilitation Facilities
- Occupational Health Programs
Relevant U.S. &
Canadian Industry Standards
- FDA 21 CFR Part 820
- ISO 13485
- IEC 60601-1
- Health Canada Medical Device Regulations (SOR/98-282)
Case Studies
U.S. Hospital-Based Wellness Center
A regional medical center in Ohio implemented our indirect calorimeters to personalize nutrition plans for diabetic and bariatric patients. This led to a 26% improvement in patient adherence and reduced hospital readmissions over 12 months.
Sports Science Lab, California
An elite training facility integrated Environmental Metabolic’s systems into their VO₂ max testing protocol. Enhanced real-time monitoring improved their athlete recovery analysis and injury prevention strategies.
Canadian Research University
A top-tier Canadian university adopted our portable calorimeters to support a longitudinal study on adolescent metabolism. Our mobile solution enabled accurate field data collection across rural locations.
Have questions or need a tailored solution for your metabolic monitoring needs?
Contact Environmental Metabolic today. Our expert team is ready to assist with product information, integration support, or a custom quote. Let us help you transform your operations with trusted technology.
