The Benefits of Proactive Autoclave Servicing

As you probably already know, autoclaves are the gold standard for sterilizing materials and equipment. They are an essential part of the operations in all kinds of laboratory, medical, and industrial settings. In today’s blog article, we want to talk about the benefits of proactive autoclave servicing. 

The benefits of proactive servicing apply to autoclaves just like they would apply to any important piece of equipment, without which, your business grinds to a halt. Imagine if your medical clinic could not see patients one day because the autoclave does not work? 

Proactively servicing your autoclaves catches small problems before they become big problems. Fortunately, autoclaves already come with several different ways to test them. And how these tests are administered depends on the type of autoclave. Nevertheless, owners can test if the autoclave is reaching the designated temperature or pressure and if sterilization is, in fact, taking place. 

But you can also call whoever services your autoclave to come and take a look themselves. They will be able to test in ways that you cannot. We would recommend that you have a professional service and test your autoclave on a regular basis, at least once a year. 

Both plumbing and electrical connections need to be checked. All the parts of the autoclave can and should be inspected. Be sure to keep careful documentation of when you have tested and/or serviced your autoclave for future reference. 

These professionals are likely the people that you bought your autoclave from. However, if not, Alpha Scientific is always available to help you in western Canada. 

If you need help choosing, repairing, servicing, maintaining, installing, operating, or validating an autoclave, this is our business and area of expertise for many years. Give us a call, in western Canada at (888) 818-4847. We can help with every aspect of autoclaves including choosing the right one for you. 

Alpha Scientific supplies, installs, and services medical equipment in western Canada. If you have any questions about this article or would like to talk to us about medical equipment, please call our toll-free number, (888) 818-4847, or email us at sales@alphascientific.ca.