Validate Cleanliness Of Scopes, Cannulated Instruments
September 17, 2009 10:22 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsTest® InstruSponge™ from Ruhof is an absorbent swab on a flexible wand that maneuvers through complex internal channels of scopes and cannulated instruments to verify if there are any contaminants left after cleaning. Test® Instrusponge™ is used in conjunction with the ATP Complete Handheld Unit and Test® Swabs to give an accurate numerical measure of bioburden present.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsKeep Laparoscope Clean, Fog Free
September 17, 2009 10:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsFloShield from Minimally Invasive Devices is a device designed to keep the laparoscope clean and free of fog during surgery. According to the company, the the device offers: Use of CO2 that already exists on the surgical field to direct an air curtain over the end of the lens to form a protective boundary.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsWaste-Reducing Reusable Filter
September 2, 2009 6:26 am | Aesculap, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsUntitled Document Aesculap introduce a reusable filter for use in PreVac Steam Terminal sterilization and PreVac Steam Flash Sterilization modalities. Features include: Constructed of polytetrafluorethylene. A low coefficient of friction so bio-burden will not stick to it.
LISTED UNDER: Steam CleanersEnzymatic Detergent With Rust Inhibitors
August 24, 2009 7:00 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsEndozime® Extreme Power combines the power of a super-concentrate with a proven multi-enzyme formula to create the ultimate surgical instrument and scope cleaner for cleaning abilities to deliver fast, thorough bioburden removal. Enhanced with APA (Advanced Proteolitic Action), Endozime® Extreme Power penetrates into the channels of scopes and cannulated instruments, instantly and actively breaking down gross contaminants upon contact and contains biological additives that speed the process of liquification and solubilization, facilitating enzymatic action and contributing to the product’s overall effectiveness.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsTrays And Accessories
July 23, 2009 8:16 am | Containmed, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsContainMed, Inc. offers the VersaPod™ instrument trays and accessories. Features include: Seamless aluminum bases and covers with optional lift-out trays. Stainless steel handle and latch hardware. Medical grade silicone instrument-holding accessories and mats.
LISTED UNDER: Sterilization ContainersAutoclavable, Anti-Fatigue Mat
June 23, 2009 11:34 am | Medicus Health | Product Releases | CommentsMedicus Health 's Autoclavable Surgical Step Stool Anti-Fatigue Mats help reduce the leg and feet pain associated with standing on surgical step stools for extended lengths of time. Features include: The ability to be completely autoclaved up to 250 degrees F and reused. Mat measurements of 15.
LISTED UNDER: Absorbent MatsSterile Droppers
June 23, 2009 11:34 am | Medi-Dose, Inc./EPS, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEPS, Inc. recently released a 10 ml bottle to add to its line of Steri-Dropper® sterile ophthalmic dispensing containers. Features include: Manufacturing from a special zinc stearate-free resin, minimizing the risk of particulate forming in solution with certain ophthalmic preparations.
LISTED UNDER: Sterilization ContainersHand Hygiene Helps Prevent Infection
June 10, 2009 7:38 am | Henry Schein, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsHenry Schein’s waterless hand sanitizers effectively eliminate germs while leaving hands soft and clean. The sanitizers feature: Disinfecting ingredients and soothing emollients that soften hands. The citrus gel containing alcohol and available in 16-oz.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsManual Cleaning Station
May 22, 2009 11:09 am | Ecolab | Product Releases | CommentsThe Ecolab Manual Cleaning Station is a wall-mounted system that removes clutter and assists in best practices for manual cleaning. According to the company, the station offers: A process wall card providing visual illustrations of the cleaning steps. A fatigue reduction mat that improves staff comfort.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsDouble-Headed Cleaning Brush
May 22, 2009 11:09 am | Spectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsSpectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. introduces a new brush design. The unique, double-headed cleaning brush features: 1 brush head with nylon bristles and another brush head with stainless steel bristles for more aggressive cleaning. The ideal design for cleaning surgical instruments, including the serrations and box-lock areas of hemostats, needleholder jaws, scissors and all orthopedic instruments.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning BrushesClassic Foot Switch
April 20, 2009 5:42 am | Linemaster | Product Releases | CommentsThe Linemaster Classic IV foot switch is designed with rugged cast aluminum housing for ease of use and long life in extremely wet applications. According to the company, the switches are offered in momentary action, and feature: Availability in SPDT and DPDT circuits. Availability of formed steel guards for both the single and twin models to provide the customer with some foot protection.
LISTED UNDER: Dispenser, Soap: Foot OperatedSteam Sterilization
April 20, 2009 5:42 am | Getinge USA, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Getinge 633HC Steam Sterilizer can hold up to twice as many standard instrument trays than other similar sized units. According to the company, the Getinge mid-size steam sterilizer boasts: The ability to accommodate large orthopedic sets performed in many ASC's. A power vertical door and optimal integral boiler.
LISTED UNDER: Steam CleanersDuctless Vapor Control System
April 20, 2009 5:42 am | Pci Medical | Product Releases | CommentsPCI Medical offers the ductless GUS Vapor Control Systems that allows safe disinfection of endoscopes. The system can act as a back-up to automated reprocessors. Harmful vapors from OPA and glutaraldehyde are trapped in a patent filter and clean air is returned to the room. The system also exhibits: A built-in system for the safe transfer of used disinfectant.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsSonic Irrigation For Advanced Cleaning
April 20, 2009 5:42 am | Medisafe America Llc | Product Releases | CommentsMedisafe adds the SI-PCFTM floor model, auto fills, drains and rinses to its line of Sonic Irrigation equipment, which is designed for cleaning difficult cannulated, lumened instruments. The systems use powerful ultrasonic action to remove stubborn debris, enzyme injection into cannulated instrument core to breakdown hidden debris, and a continuous flush of cannulated instrument lumens to remove all debris.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsComplete Contamination Monitoring System
April 20, 2009 5:42 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Test® Instrusponge™, an absorbent swab on a flexible wand that is available in various sizes. It feeds into the internal channels of scopes, providing what the company feels is a more accurate indication of remaining bioburden. An Ultrasnap swab tube.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning Solutions
