Decontamination
News
Research reveals 'halo' effect of copper surfaces– 24-Jan-2013
Copper touch surfaces have bug-busting effect on non-copper surfaces within 50cm radius, trial proves
Study findings indicate Bioquell system should be used to maximise patient safety– 16-Jan-2013
Hospital rooms decontaminated using Bioquell HPV technology significantly less likely to harbour multidrug-resistant organisms
MDPH reveals preliminary findings of meningitis outbreak investigation– 24-Oct-2012
Finds black particulate matter in sealed vials, dirty powder hoods and mats and a leaking boiler
Connect 2 Cleanrooms extends cleanroom solutions for machine building and automation– 16-Oct-2012
Positive airflow is delivered through HEPA filters with low torque energy
Sterilant could reduce exposure to micro-organisms from surgical instruments– 4-Oct-2012
Ygiene 206 could also be an effective alternative to enzymatic detergents, says BioNeutral Group
Queen’s University ‘cold’ plasma jet kills superbugs– 4-Oct-2012
Has the ability to decontaminate surfaces rapidly and curb the spread of these bacteria
Bioquell ICE-pod helps control infection– 1-Oct-2012
Temporary enclosure is tailored to an individual bed space
French study confirms impact of HPV technology on multidrug-resistant bacteria– 16-Aug-2012
Hydrogen peroxide vapour found to have positive effect on burns unit bugs
Guardline to distribute Phileas Airborne Disinfection Systems– 31-Jul-2012
Scalable technology can disinfect small volumes right up to extremely large volumes
AAF to unveil air filtration technology at ICCCS symposium– 20-Jul-2012
Will present a technical paper with new research results on the latest advancement in air filtration
Shield fabrics fight spread of hospital bugs– 19-Jul-2012
Study finds they can play a role in reducing contamination
Dycem removes airborne contaminants by 60%– 16-Jul-2012
Polymeric flooring and wall panels from the UK manufacturer help reduce contamination
Articles
Testing for spores in laundry water– 29-Aug-2012
Among the most common microbiological contaminations in commercial laundries are bacteria that turn into permanent forms, so-called spores, under life-threatening conditions. These endospores formed by the bacteria are extremely resistant, for example, to hot and cold temperatures, or to drying out. This high chemical and thermal resistance means that spores are not safely inactivated or killed during disinfecting washing processes
Isolator decontamination with nitrogen dioxide– 29-Aug-2012
The majority of isolators are decontaminated using hydrogen peroxide vapour technologies, but limitations in process control, aeration efficiency, and product compatibility have led to research into new decontamination methods. DNA in mammalian cells is degraded via single-strand breaks upon exposure to nitrogen dioxide, which is now being developed as a sterilant.
Bringing clinical efficiency to decontamination– 20-Oct-2011
Decontamination of instruments is a critical link in the surgical pathway. Synergy Health has set up a centre in Leicester to collect, decontaminate, sterilise and pack surgical equipment. Track and trace technology ensures that the correct instruments are returned to the correct client on time
Seeing the light on room disinfection– 27-Apr-2011
As healthcare acquired infections continue to plague hospitals, national governments are raising funds to advance the development of new technologies that will beat the bugs. Susan Birks reports on some recent initiatives on both sides of the Atlantic and at studies involving UV hospital disinfection systems
Medical Device Sterility – 24-Aug-2010
The sterility of a medical device is often seen as a given by the user – but achieving and maintaining that sterility requires considerable thought, as a visit to Isotron’s laboratories, near Swindon, reveals
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Events
Introduction to Microbiology– 3-May-2013
29 May 2013
Webinar: 2-3pm (BST)
Online
ICCCS 2014– 10-Sep-2012
13 - 17 October 2014
International symposium
COEX, Seoul, Korea