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What are major advantages of the water based Spec Clean Disinfectant Formula formula?

• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes quickly remove blood and other soils. If soils are left on surfaces they may block disinfectants from killing germs.• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes stay fully saturated to help maintain contact time. Alcohol based disinfectants tend to “wick out” causing waste as the top wipe may be too dry to use. Alcohol based wipes…

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Why are solvents used in disinfectants?

Most disinfectant formulas include some type of solvent such as isopropanol or ethanol (types of alcohols) or glycol ethers. Solvents boost chemical action needed to kill germs. Solvents may not be listed as active agents on the disinfectant label but are usually listed on the product safety data sheet. Some disinfectant brands have increased the…

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Are Spec Clean Disinfectant wipes suitable for cleaning medical equipment and dental hand pieces?

Yes! Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes contain effective cleaning agents. It is also tuberculocidal thus meeting the OSHA requirement for cleaning when blood soils are present. Use damp paper towels to remove traces of Spec Clean disinfectant from dental handpieces and other items prior to heat, gas or chemical sterilization. Check equipment manufacturer’s instructions for specific applications.

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Why is cleaning a critical step to make surfaces and equipment safe?

• Research shows that organic body soils such as blood and saliva act as a reservoir to keep dangerous organisms viable (capable of infection) for hours or even days on surfaces.• Body soils and dust also act as barriers to reduce or prevent chemical disinfectant action.• Blood is very corrosive and will damage metal surfaces…

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What are the advantages of using pre-saturated towelette wipes for a disinfection program?

Here are a few advantages. • Presaturated wipesreduce aerosols, especially in crowded clinical environments. This in turn reduces sensitivity and potential asthma conditions from excessive spraying.• Application of disinfectant with wipes reduces penetration of liquid into sensitive electronic devices, around switches and on keyboards.• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes are pre-saturated and reduce potential exposure of workers to…

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What are the chemical actives in Spec Clean Disinfectant wipes and are they safe?

The actives in Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes are dual synthetic phenolics, a new generation of phenolic chemistry that combines reliable antimicrobial action with a low toxicity profile for the user. Lab testing on file with the EPA allows approval to use Spec Clean wipes with no glove requirement in the absence of biohazards. This is a…