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Sterilization of Medical Waste
The sterilization process is defined as the neutralization of infectious waste (medical waste) by exposing it to high-pressure steam and temperature over a specific period. In other words, it is the process of inactivating microorganisms through moisture, heat, and pressure.
The sterilization of medical waste originating from healthcare facilities using high heat and steam is the most effective method. The medical waste sterilization method recommended by the World Health Organization is a solution that is easier to use, allows for faster training of staff, and has significantly lower investment and operational costs compared to incineration.
According to the Medical Waste Control Regulation, medical waste sterilization facilities must include not only a sterilization autoclave but also a waste shredding mechanism. The medical waste shredders in the shredding unit are positioned either at the end or before the sterilization section. If the shredding unit is used before the sterilization unit, the shredding unit itself must undergo sterilization at the end of the process.
Vertisa in Numbers
- Vertisa Environmental was established in 2007.
- The Ankara Production Facility was opened in 2010.
- In partnership with us, the Erzurum Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2012.
- Our 25th device was manufactured in 2013.
- In partnership with us, the Muş Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2014.
- Our 50th device was manufactured in 2014.
- Our Ordu Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2016.
- In partnership with us, our Bingöl Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2016.
- Our Balıkesir Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2016.
- Our Hatay Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2017.
- Our 75th device was manufactured in 2017.
- Our Karaman Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2019.
- Our 100th device was manufactured in 2019.
- Our Kilis Medical Waste Facility was opened in 2020.
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MEDICAL WASTE STERILIZATION DEVICE
A device designed to sterilize and neutralize medical waste that cannot be recycled. One of the core principles of waste management is to minimize the volume of hazardous and domestic waste. Sterilization of medical waste is a crucial process to prevent environmental issues caused by medical waste.
There are several methods for sterilizing medical waste, including thermal methods, chemical methods, irradiation methods, and biological methods.
The most advantageous of these methods is Steam Autoclave Sterilization.
Advantages:
- Steam sterilization is a suitable method for all materials classified as medical waste.
- It is the safest, fastest, and most cost-effective method known.
- It does not release toxic (poisonous) gases.
- It is the only disposal method proven effective for all types of medical waste.
Medical Waste Sterilization
The condensation of steam on the object to be sterilized releases energy that irreversibly damages microorganisms. Saturated, superheated steam is currently the fastest and most reliable method for medical waste sterilization.
In steam sterilization, the material to be sterilized is placed inside a pressure-resistant sterilization chamber exposed to saturated steam at a specific temperature and duration. This process typically involves exposure at 121°C for 15 minutes (average steam pressure of 2 bar) or at 134°C for 3 minutes (average steam pressure of 3 bar).
Unlike steam sterilization, where microorganisms are hydrated, dry heat sterilization dehydrates microorganisms. This dehydration results in microorganisms developing greater heat resistance. Additionally, the transfer of heat via dry, hot air is more challenging compared to steam-based heat.
For this reason, dry heat sterilization requires significantly higher temperatures than steam to achieve effective sterilization. In dry heat sterilization, only temperatures above 160°C guarantee safe sterilization. The process must last at least 30 minutes at 180°C or 200 minutes at 160°C.
The dry heat method for medical waste sterilization takes considerably more time to achieve the same level of reliability as steam-based sterilization.
Why Vertisa Medical Waste Sterilization Device?
Vertisa Medical Waste Sterilization Devices are advanced technological devices that meet the latest technological requirements in line with the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO).
Our devices are continuously developed and updated to meet national and international needs through the work of our company’s R&D department.
Our company holds the title of a manufacturer of medical waste sterilization devices that comply with international standards among medical waste companies. We produce high-quality sterilizer devices and medical waste autoclaves suitable for all purposes.
You can find the various types of medical waste disposal devices produced by Vertisa on our products page.