Cylindrical Autoclaves Improve Lab Performance
15 Sept 2014
The QCS front loading autoclave range introduced by Priorclave should help any laboratory increase its sterilizing throughput owing to the combination of improved load capacity and exceptional operating performance. There may also be an added benefit of lower overall running costs associated with reduced power and water usage.
These factors alone mean that QCS front-loading laboratory autoclaves with their large capacity 500mm diameter sterilizing chambers will appeal to both in-house and contract laboratories serving industrial and research sectors such as food and pharmaceutical. The big draw is that investing in a Priorclave QCS steam sterilizer provides greater versatility where the scale of items to be sterilized may vary significantly. Both small and taller items can be processed in a single machine run, making it highly likely they will be able to cater for a laboratories entire daily throughput.
As part of its comprehensive standard range of laboratory autoclaves Priorclave has introduced three standard capacity QCS front-loading steam sterilizers - 100, 150 and 200 litres - delivering temperatures up to 140oC at 2.4 bar all easily controlled through the Tactrol® 2 microprocessor system. It allows for adjustment of temperature and time for simple cycles to fully featured multi-programme operation with printed records. This powerful controller allows unrivalled flexibility, monitoring and management of the process cycle.
For the busy working environment the QCS autoclave range from Priorclave is ideal, by automating the sterilizing process and with features to assist in autoclave management it enables laboratory staff to continue with other tasks secure in the knowledge that sterilization is proceeding safely and efficiently.
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QCS Front Loading Autoclaves
Priorclave LtdThe QCS EH range of energy-efficient laboratory and research grade autoclave available in three chamber sizes of 100, 150 and 200 litre each featuring a large, spacious 500mm diameter chamber, believed to be largest currently available for this size of autoclave. This enables increased loading over alternative designs and will often override the need to invest in a larger, more costly rectangular steriliser. The QCS front-loading autoclaves was introduced to meet the requirements of lab managers and research institutions looking specifically for an autoclave with a high loading capacity but a limited on available floor space. It also boasts several safety features including a single-handed, door opening mechanism that only releases when temperatures and pressures are at pre-set safe levels. The door is also fitted with a tough silicone seal that, with its extended life, ensures an air-tight seal every time for the ultimate in steam sterilization. Precise control of the sterilizing process is made easy using single push-buttons on the Tactrol® microprocessor control panel. One touch controls enable the user to step through settings of temperature and time in accordance with best practices for specified loads. In addition to guiding laboratory personnel through the simple programming, the intuitive Tactrol® microprocessor also keeps a log of the sterilizing cycle data such as temperature, pressure and time. Held in an archive file, this information can be subsequently downloaded for analysing and sharing, as needed. To help prevent cross contamination in a laboratory the QCS front-loading autoclaves incorporates epoxy coated panels and frame members treated with an antimicrobial agent that is effective against many bacteria and fungi including MRSA, E.coli, Listeria, Legionella, Campylobacter, Salmonella and Pseudomonas. Since Priorclave design and manufacture these laboratory autoclaves they are also able to tailor standards formats to suit specific applications and locations. Energy Efficient Lab Autoclaves Front loading Low loading height Choice of chamber capacities up to 200 litres Wide door swing for easy loading even from a trolley Easy programming from simple to complex sterilising tasks Effective use of water and power reduces operation costs