Sep 27, 2023 | Blog, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
Ultrasonic cleaners have become standard equipment in most sterile processing departments. They provide a thorough cleaning of all parts of surgical instruments, from hinges to lumens to the housing on your robotic instruments. How can you make sure your ultrasonic... 
Sep 12, 2023 | Blog, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
Ultrasonic cleaners increasingly play a vital role in meeting stringent cleaning standards for medical instruments. They have adapted to new instrument technologies and as the demand for better infection control in medical facilities rises, they will continue to... 
Aug 16, 2023 | Blog, Infection Control, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
Before surgical instruments can be properly sterilized, they must be completely clean. Any bioburden or residual soil left on the instruments can hide bacteria and viruses. It can block disinfection and sterilization of that part of the instrument. This, in turn, can... 
Jul 26, 2023 | Blog, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
To keep your sterile processing department (SPD) running smoothly, you want to keep your ultrasonic cleaner in tip-top shape. This requires daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance. Here are some of the most important things Ultra Clean Systems recommends to do... 
Jul 19, 2023 | Blog, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
Why does Ultra Clean Systems use two different types of piezoelectric transducers in its ultrasonic cleaning machines? Bonded ceramic and titanium rod transducers (TRTs) each have advantages and disadvantages. The one we choose is driven by the needs of the user and... 
Jun 21, 2023 | Blog, Sterile Processing, Ultrasonics
Ultrasonic surgical instrument cleaners work on the principle of cavitation. So, what is cavitation? In the world of sterile processing, it is the use of sound waves to create bubbles in a mixture of water and a neutral-pH enzymatic detergent. The neutral pH reduces...
