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Testing that simulates over one year of clinical use confirms that Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes have minimal effects on equipment surfaces especially when compared to disinfectants with high alcohol, quaternary ammoniums, bleach actives, peroxides and solvent chemicals. Products with aggressive chemicals may claim fast kill times but the trade-off is equipment damage such as cracking,…
The CDC states in guideline documents that any germicide with a tuberculocidal claim on the label is considered capable of inactivating a broad spectrum of less resistant blood borne pathogens such as HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. This includes Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes.
Yes, Spec Clean Disinfectant wipes are approved for use in Canada. The DIN# is 02419904.
ProChek ID Indicator Strips (SM4340) are internal Class 1 indicators reacting to steam moisture and heat. The ink changes from white to dark brown/black in steam or medium brown in chemical vapor. This product meets the CDC and AAMI ST79 guidelines for an internal chemical indicator to be used inside pouches, cassettes and packs to…
Most self-seal sterilization pouch brands, including MicroCare ProView® plus pouches, now feature built-in external and “internal” indicators. Technically this may be adequate for small pouches with a few instruments. But the “built-in” indicator cannot monitor adequate steam penetration inside instrument cassettes or thick surgery packs that are processed inside self-seal pouches. Therefore it is recommended…
The family of chemicals called “halogens” include bromine, chlorine, fluorine and iodine, among others. The term “halogen” means they are all in the same column on the periodic table of the elements (if you’re interested, see col. 17 on the right-hand side of the table). Notice all four chemicals are good cleaners. These solvents are…