The Importance of Preventative Maintenance for Autoclaves

There are several reasons why preventative maintenance is absolutely critical when operating an autoclave. In today’s blog article, we are going to talk about why preventative maintenance is so important. 

Safety 

The first reason for preventative maintenance when using an autoclave is that of safety. Remember that autoclaves operate under high pressure, with high temperatures and steam. It is not only important to verify that everything is operating correctly for purposes of achieving the sterilization that you need, but also for the safety of anyone operating the autoclave. 

Regulatory Requirements 

Medical research facilities may be open to inspections and may have to send in proof of regular maintenance to a governing body. For that reason, not only does the maintenance have to be performed, but the maintenance has to be carefully documented as well. It is necessary to document what maintenance was performed, when it was performed, as well as that testing showed the autoclave to be working perfectly. 

Service Life 

Large autoclaves can be major capital investments. Regular maintenance ensures the longest possible service life of the equipment. Regular maintenance addresses small problems before they become large problems. A well-running autoclave is not just important for the investment, but it is necessary for a business to operate efficiently. 

We have not covered every single reason why preventative maintenance with an autoclave is important, but rather some of the most important ones. You absolutely must do preventative maintenance with your autoclave, and if you have any questions about how to do it, then talk to your autoclave dealer, who will be happy to help you. 

If you need help choosing, repairing, 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.