Disinfectant Neutralizer
May 30, 2012 8:34 am | Airclean Systems | Product Releases | CommentsAirClean® Systems announces new Glycinex™ high-level disinfectant neutralizer. Glycinex is a high-level disinfectant neutralizer developed specifically for post-use neutralization of glutaraldehyde, ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA) and other aldehyde-based disinfectants. Unlike plain glycine, Glycinex ensures a rapid, non-reversible reaction by means of a proprietary buffer to create a stable, truly neutral pH during neutralization.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsEnzymatic Pre-Cleaning Gel
May 29, 2012 6:49 am | Spectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsSpectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. has introduced Spectra-Moist® EZ, a ready-to-use instrument wetting agent and enzymatic pre-cleaning gel. Clinically developed to prevent blood from drying on surgical instruments, Spectra-Moist® EZ safely and effectively begins the cleaning process by breaking down blood and bioburden on contact.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsHigh Touch Area Disinfectant
May 22, 2012 8:11 am | Product Releases | CommentsBleach-Rite® Spray is a one-step, intermediate level disinfectant containing 0.525 percent or 1:10 dilution of sodium hypochlorite. EPA registered Bleach-Rite® Spray is stabilized and the expiration date is stamped on every bottle. Wipe down high-touch areas such as light switches, IV poles, carts, trays, bedrails, doorknobs, commodes, BP cuffs and counters quickly and efficiently.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsIndividually Packaged Towelettes
March 23, 2012 4:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsCurrent Technologies, Inc. offers HYPE-WIPES® which are individually packaged towelettes saturated with the 0.525 percent (1:10) dilution of bleach recommended by the CDC, NCCLS, and OSHA. HYPE-WIPES have a one-minute kill time for TB, Hepatits B and C, Streptococcus, Pseudomonas, Salmonella, Norovirus, RSV, H1N1, ESBL, CRKP, Rotavirus and a two- minute kill time for MRSA.
LISTED UNDER: TowelsHard Surface Disinfecting Wipes
March 16, 2012 6:27 am | Spartan Chemical Co., Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSpartan's Hard Surface Disinfecting Wipes are now available in two fragrances: lemon and fresh scent. The high-quality, durable wipes are packaged 125 to a canister, with 6 canisters in each case. The wipes combat against bacteria and viruses cross contamination on hard, non-porous surfaces such as stainless steel surfaces, plastic surfaces, metal surfaces and bathrooms.
LISTED UNDER: TowelsOperating Room Set-Up Kit
February 22, 2012 6:33 am | Cygnus Medical | Product Releases | CommentsCygnus Medical has introduced the Operating Room Set-Up Kit with Fiber-Free Mop System. Cleaning an operating room requires tools that remove particles at the microscopic level. String mops leave behind thousands of fibers that can become airborne, increasing the risk of hospital acquired infections.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning BrushesLint-Free Wipes
February 3, 2012 5:49 am | Healthmark Industries Company, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsHealthmark Industries has announced that they now offer Lint-Free Wipes. These low linting wipes are to be applied immediately after surgical equipment has been used, and prior to automated or manual disinfection.
LISTED UNDER: TowelsHydrogen Peroxide Disinfectant Wipes And Spray
January 30, 2012 5:30 am | Clorox Professional Products Division | Product Releases | CommentsClorox Professional Products Company has announced the introduction of Clorox Healthcare™ Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaner Disinfectant Wipes and Spray, a new line of ready-to-use, one-step cleaner disinfectants engineered with a patented activated hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) formula. These activated hydrogen peroxide products are registered by the U.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsRobotic Arm Cleaning
January 24, 2012 5:10 am | Healthmark Industries Company, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe RoboticArmCheck™ (RAC) from Healthmark Industries confirms the proper cleaning of surgical robotic arms. These high tech pieces of equipment have a limited use life. Improper cleaning can lead to the buildup of bioburden inside of the instrument - representing not only a source of cross-contamination to patients, but shortening the useful life of the instrument itself.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsEvac Mat
January 23, 2012 6:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsAspen Surgical’s most recent addition to our Fluid Management Line is The SurgiSafe Evac Mat®. Great for fluid intense procedures, this product combines the functionality of absorption and suction to efficiently remove unlimited amounts of fluid from the O.R. Floor. The Evac Mat is also quiet and easy to use.
LISTED UNDER: Absorbent MatsMobile Ultraviolet Disinfection System
January 10, 2012 6:48 am | Medline Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMedline Industries, Inc., has announced an exclusive partnership with Infection Prevention Technologies, LLC (IPT) to market the mobile IRS3200m UV-C (high intensity ultraviolet light) room disinfection system shown to dramatically reduce pathogens found on surfaces. The IRS 3200m applies an automatically determined UV-C dose to selected rooms to aid in the destruction of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs).
LISTED UNDER: Flash Sterilization ProductsCleaner And Disinfectant
December 14, 2011 6:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsMicro-Scientific Industries, Inc. offers the Opti-Cide-3, a ready to use, highly effective cleaner and disinfectant for use in areas where strict control of cross contamination is critical. The product’s non-caustic formula is used to thoroughly clean and disinfect environmental and all equipment surfaces.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsTRU-D SmartUV Virtual Demonstration
December 1, 2011 6:12 am | Videos | CommentsSmartUVC™ stops pathogens that routinely compromise healthcare environments. Increased evidence published in scientific literature confirms that Clostridium difficile , MRSA, VRE, Acinetobacter baumannii , and influenza are transmitted via environmental surfaces. Published studies indicate that only 50 percent of environmental surfaces in a typical OR suite or patient room may be effectively disinfected; and that a patient’s risk of contracting an HAI increases 100 percent when the previous room occupant had been diagnosed with an infection.
LISTED UNDER: SterilizersSurgical Scrubs
November 30, 2011 5:54 am | Ecolab | Product Releases | CommentsYellow Ribbon Winner - Infection Control Category Ecolab’s line of surgical scrubs includes CHG (2 percent and 4 percent) and iodine products in both foam and liquid formulations. According to the company, the surgical scrubs are designed specifically for the OR to be a part of a complete hand hygiene program for the health care facility.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsMultipurpose Surgical Instrument Tray
November 30, 2011 5:37 am | Macpherson Medical | Product Releases | CommentsRed Ribbon Winner – Infection Control Category The Stat-Mat® multipurpose surgical instrument tray from MacPherson Medical delivers a complete and immediate set-up of instrumentation to the operating room in less than 10 seconds, according to the company. The product helps prevent OR personnel from having to spend extra time organizing and laying out instruments prior to a surgical procedure.
LISTED UNDER: Sterilization Containers
