Author: Daisy McCarty

Censitrac Presents Advanced Instrument Tracking System

Submitted by Daisy McCarty
June 12, 2009

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In February, Censitrac launched its first quarterly company newsletter. It showcases their instrument tracking system for Sterile Processing and Distribution. The company installed this product at London Health Sciences Center (in Canada) last year, and they have more jobs lined up. Tracking individual instruments is not a common practice in Canada. However, it is standard for many hospitals in the U.S. The FDA’s recent public workshop on unique device identification (UDI) has brought new attention to this subject. As inventory and quality control improve, healthcare facilities can expect to see results in the form of cost savings and better patient care.

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Author: Ken McCarty

Hydrogen Peroxide Decontamination Option Sets High Standards

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Hydrogen peroxide decontamination in a new incubator product is safe, relatively fast, and effective.  Introduced on June 8th 2009, the Sanyo MCO-19AIC CO2 Incubator incorporates this process as an option to help meet demanding sample integrity protocols in high-tech laboratories.  Cycles using H2O2 only take about 130 minutes. This is a significant improvement over the 3 or more hours required using just heat sterilization.  The hydrogen peroxide is quickly broken down into harmless water and oxygen at the end of the cycle.  The interlock door enhances safety during this sanitization procedure.

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Author: Ken McCarty

New TSO3 Ozone Sterilization Cycle Launched

Submitted by Ken McCarty
June 8, 2009

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At the annual stock holders meeting on April 30th 2009, TSO3′s CEO broke some good news. The company intends to add an extra processing option to their STERIZONE ® 125L product.  This new TSO3 ozone sterilization cycle (currently under development) will allow hospitals to use the system with an expanded range of sensitive medical devices.  The goal is to reduce healthcare sterilization costs and expand into additional markets.

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Author: Daisy McCarty

DAC Universal Autoclave Brings Validation To Dental Professionals

Submitted by Daisy McCarty
June 7, 2009

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On March 24, 2009, dental equipment manufacturer Sirona issued a press release to make German clients aware of a significant milestone. The DAC Universal autoclave can now be validated on-site in dental offices. The German Societies for Hospital Hygiene and Sterile Supply, and the Working Group for Instrument Preparation develop the guidelines for medical and dental providers regarding sterile processing. Creating a technology that receives the stamp of approval for meeting the strictest operational and hygienic standards is no small feat, but Sirona was up to the task.

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Author: Daisy McCarty

Midbrook Cart Washer Makes A Splash In Michigan

Submitted by Daisy McCarty
June 4, 2009

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When it comes to disinfecting large medical equipment, sometimes a traditional sterilizer just isn’t big enough. For many Central Sterile Processing departments, it makes sense to invest in a cleaning system that can handle everything from IV poles to case carts and stretchers. The Midbrook cart washer was the solution chosen by a Michigan hospital early this year. The medical facility needed a washing station that would fit into a specific area. The footprint for this location didn’t match standard sizes in the industry, so they turned to local manufacturer Midbrook, Inc. for help. This metal fabrication company specializes in designing custom products for industrial parts cleaning.

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Author: Ken McCarty

Autoclavable RFID Tags Show Real Value

Submitted by Ken McCarty
June 3, 2009

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Real time tracking of healthcare assets using RFID (Radio Frequency Identification Device) technology is not a new concept. Items such as gurneys and wheelchairs are easily tagged and monitored.  However, medical devices that need to be autoclaved have traditionally been left out of the RTLS (real time location system) market.  This is because most RFID tag designs could not survive the sterilization process.  Then, last year, Awarepoint began marketing autoclavable RFID tags for medical instrument tray tracking.

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