Innovations

Ruhof

Prepzyme_ X.F. provides a thick, long-lasting enzymatic foam that keeps soiled biopsy forceps and scopes moist and begins breaking down bioburden prior to decontamination. Prepzyme_X.F. makes cleaning easier and helps speed up turnaround time by preventing bio-burden from drying on to the surface of scopes. The applicator spray tip is designed to reach into cannulas and lumens providing a deeper more thorough cleaning. Perfect for use in endoscopy suites, operating rooms, outpatient surgery and other departments where scope cleaning is not immediately available. No more messy spills or splashing during transportation. Prepyzme_ X.F. is clinically tested to be free rinsing and 100 percent biodegradable.

(800) 537-8463
www.ruhof.com

Metrex

The power of CaviCide in a wipe. CaviWipes and CaviWipesXL are proven to kill TB in five minutes and HBV in three minutes. Convenient, durable, nonwoven, nonabrasive towels that will not bunch up during use, they offer superior surface contact and better fluid capacity versus other wipes. CaviWipes and CaviWipesXL are recommended for all nonporous surfaces in the healthcare setting, such as operating rooms, surgical centers, neonatal units, medical operatories and other critical-care areas. CaviWipes Disinfecting Towelettes now come in two sizes: regular and the 34 percent larger XL. CaviWipesXL is a great value, designed to provide 10 percent more wipes per canister than the competition.

(800) 841-1428
www.metrex.com

B. Braun

The passive Introcan_ Safety™ IV Catheter is designed to minimize accidental needlesticks without requiring user activation. A stainless steel clip is used to shield the needle tip. The passive design eliminates risk of inadvertent activation while offering a short learning curve with minimal in-service training. Compliance is virtually assured since the safety mechanism cannot be bypassed. A syringe can be pre-attached to the Introcan Safety IV Catheter to facilitate aspiration and injection during insertion.

(800) 854-6851
www.bbraunusa.com

Lighthouse Imaging Corp.

The Lighthouse endoscope lens tester checks for endoscope lens damage in seconds. The device analyzes rigid endoscope lenses for problems such as cracked relay lenses, moisture in the optical system, dirt on surfaces, and adhesive degradation. The endoscope lens tester includes a precision glass imaging lens for the clearest view of the endoscope interior, acceptance of all DIN standard endoscope eyepieces, auto-clavability, and a locking eyepiece attachment for minimizing possible damage during testing. The tester adapts to standard endoscopic video cameras for documentation.

(207) 253-5350
www.lighthouseoptics.com

Spectrum Surgical

Spectrum offers an extensive line of stainless bowls, basins, trays, graduated cups and pitchers, iodine cups, emesis basins, and ring basins. The seamless construction allows for easy cleaning and sterilization. Products are available in a variety of sizes.

(800) 444-5644
www.spectrumsurgical.com

Current Technologies, Inc.

HYPE-WIPE bleach towelettes are registered with the EPA as a one-step cleaner/disinfectant. Used to disinfect equipment and patient treatment areas, and saturated with a 1:10 dilution of sodium hypochlorite, the towelettes have an 18 month shelf life, with the expiration date printed on every pouch. The full-sized HYPE-WIPE_ in a pocket-sized pouch, unfolds to 6 inches by 12 inches, and contains enough fluid to wipe down 40 sq. feet.

(800) 456-4022

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