This week is the 36th Annual North American Spine Society Meeting and we are excited to be attending! Showcasing our Spine Frame and accessories in person, we thought there was no better time to update the blog...
The Spine Frame is a cost-effective tabletop platform that fits all standard operating tables and provides safe and comfortable support comparable to that of a specialist spine table.
What Makes Hand Lever Drains Different? Hand lever drains allow water to be drained from the sink basin without reaching into the contaminated water to remove a sink drain stopper. Providing a safer work environment, these remote drain levers are a must for any decon sink. Lever handles are mounted externally to the drain below the sink top for maximum drain functionality. Lever Up Your Decon Sink! With this feature, your SPD team no longer needs to reach to the bottom of the murky, contaminated water after cleaning the bioburden off of the instruments soaking. A pull of the lever and the sink will empty. For more sink info, head over to our SPD brochure, or call to...
What is a Clean Dirty Indicator? When contaminated items are transported in your case cart, the cart should be clearly labeled. Clean/dirty indicators are used to protect the sterile field and determine what the contents of the case cart are, sterile/unsterile, clean/dirty, used/unused. Is it ready for use or does it need to be decontaminated? This indicator helps prevent the accidental use of unsterile equipment. Option A A sliding indicator on the front of the case cart with visible signage indicating the contents of the cart. ...
Why are Line-of-Sight Timers so Important? Digital timers are essential to have in your Sterile Processing Department to meet the standards for best practice and ensuring compliance. Line-of-sight timers increase accuracy and efficiency on soak and rinse cycles streamlining the timing in your processes. The highly visible, waterproof display is perfect for soaking stations and sink spaces to monitor soak cycles. It's Time to Get Digital Why guess when it comes to the timing on your processing sink cycles? Without a timer or clock in their line-of-sight, how can the technicians using the sink prove they are adhering to the correct IFUs? In such a meticulous system, timing can be everything. It's easy to assume that you can keep track, but it's...
What is Bolt On Construction? Choosing optional bolt on construction for your case cart means that the bumper, handles, and doors can be easily unbolted and reattached. This allows part order replacements which are faster and less expensive than repairing or replacing welded accessories, or in some cases the entire cart which can sideline that cart for months. The bolt on process is simple and can be done within your department. This option insures little downtime and many years of use. "The convenience of bolt on construction gives me added insurance that if anything is...