Features of autoclaves with drying
The benefits of using an autoclave with drying capabilities for sterilization are well-established. By removing the necessity for separate drying equipment like an external oven, it creates a more efficient workflow that saves time, allows for immediate handling of sterilized items, and frees up staff to focus on other essential duties. Moreover, maintaining a moisture-free environment extends the sterility of the contents and minimizes the risk of reintroducing microorganisms to the materials during handling.
Autoclaves equipped with drying functionality incorporate a heating jacket and a vacuum system designed to remove air trapped in small spaces, like those found in textile fabrics. This technology not only warms the contents but also effectively extracts moist air, facilitating rapid and thorough drying during the sterilization process.
Over time, investing in an autoclave with drying capabilities can prove to be highly cost-effective. While the upfront cost might be greater, the long-term savings in time, reducir risk of recontamination, reduced manual labor, and the elimination of the need for separate drying equipment can easily justify the initial expenditure.
Autoclaves with drying capabilities are indispensable for labs prioritizing both efficiency and safety in their sterilization practices. The process in these autoclaves unfolds as follows: Once the sterilization phase is complete, the chamber’s temperature is raised by the heating jacket. Following this, vacuum pulses are employed to remove humid air from the chamber, which in turn reduces the internal pressure and gradually eliminates moisture outward.
In the autoclave, each vacuum pulse plays a critical role in water removal. Following each pulse, the device admits external air, but only after it has been purified through a bacteriological filter.
This measure guarantees that there’s no risk of contamination from external sources. The incoming air, being less humid, is naturally drier. As it enters the chamber, it gets warmed by the heating jacket, aiding in the evaporation of any remaining water from the load. This evaporated water combines with the introduced air, raising its humidity level. This humid air is subsequently expelled, with this cycle repeating to define the drying phase. Through this thorough process, the load emerges not just fully dry but also retains its sterility.
Autoclaves with drying are particularly beneficial for a wide range of applications. These include sterilizing laboratory glassware, textile items like gowns and towels, metal utensils, wrapped objects, and other materials.
A key feature of these autoclaves, as observed, is the inclusion of bacteriological filters on both the air inlet and outlet, utilized during the final drying stage. By filtering the incoming air, any risk of external contamination is ruled out, ensuring that the processed load retains its sterility. Because of this, it is essential to replace these filters regularly, as they tend to clog and wear out over time.
Autoclaves with drying of certified quality
Our autoclaves with drying ensure thorough drying of the load on each sterilization cycle. Our product portfolio includes several models with this capability, including those from the TLV-PD, AE-DRY, AE-B, AHS-B and AHS-DRY Series. These devices come fitted with a heating jacket, bacteriological filter, and vacuum pump to effectively eliminate all moisture from solid loads, thereby rendering sterilized items dry and ready for immediate use or storage.
Trust in sterilization equipment is essential for conducting safe and successful experiments, as well as for upholding production quality in laboratories and workplace settings.
That is why for over 45 years, all our autoclaves with drying have been designed and constructed at our facilities in Barcelona, reflecting our commitment to quality and our extensive experience.
This equipment undergoes extensive testing to comply with regulations and standards, including the European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). By adopting this approach, we pursue the highest levels of production excellence and ensure the safety of our products.
At RAYPA, we provide comprehensive solutions tailored to meet our customers’ sterilization requirements. With our wide selection of autoclaves and the expert advice of our team, we assist you in finding the equipment that best suits your requirements.
For more detailed and customized guidance on choosing the ideal autoclave for your laboratory, do not hesitate to contact our experts. Working together, we can identify and provide a solution that ensures both efficiency and safety in all your sterilization operations.
Why RAYPA?
GLOBAL REACH
With half a century of experience, we have a lengthy list of satisfied customers around the world. Currently, we export 85% of our annual turnover and have a stable network of distributors in over 100 countries.
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Our team of highly qualified technicians and engineers is expert in our products. If you experience a technical issue, it will be our priority to rectify it. When you purchase a RAYPA unit, you’re guaranteed top-level support and technical assistance.
EXPERT MANUFACTURER
RAYPA is a global leader in manufacturing laboratory autoclaves. Each of our autoclaves is designed and built entirely at our facilities in Barcelona, ensuring the highest levels of production excellence.
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We offer an extensive portfolio of laboratory autoclaves to cover multiple applications and market segments. Discover the combination of autoclave model and accessories that best fits your needs within our 11 series and 35 available models.
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Our products feature advanced technology, ongoing innovation, superior construction quality, and are designed for a long service life. Our technical and engineering staff works tirelessly every day to optimize our products and exceed our customers’ expectations.
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Our team of specialists assesses each project and provides guidance to clients on the option that best suits their requirements. After the sale, we offer training on the use and recommended maintenance of each unit to ensure its optimal operation and extend its lifespan.
