RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

MEDIMARK SCIENTIFIC will be showcasing a full suite of CE marked class IIa and IIb biocides, including its new CHEMGENE HOCL2000 biocide, a rapidly sporicidal biocide for medical devices. CHEMGENE HOCL2000 has been extensively tested by HIRL and commands a one minute efficacy against Clostridium difficile, even in dirty conditions.

SUREWASH is an e-learning kiosk using gesture recognition technology to deliver hand-hygiene training – all staff can have their technique validated using SureWash without the presence of a trainer being required.

UV LIGHT TECHNOLOGY is announcing the launch of its new UV LED lamp for use in conjunction with Reveal UV glow lotion for high impact hand washing training. Incorporating the very latest UV-A LED technology, it produces bright glow effects guaranteed to engage and inspire trainees to learn good hand hygiene.

The Biopatch antimicrobial dressing, from ETHICON, is supported by an evidence base of 14 randomised controlled trials for the prevention of CRBSIs and has seen a decrease in the risk of these infections by up to 69%.

An alarming rise of carbapenem-producing Enterobacteriaceae is being noted worldwide. The pathogens are exhibiting multi-resistance to all common antibiotics leading to increased mortality rates. Guidelines issued across the UK advocate active screening and isolating high risk patients until results are available. This includes patients with recent exposure to public healthcare in countries and UK cities with endemic occurrence of carbapenemases.

The NHS faces a difficult challenge of reaching its Public Health England targets on C-difficile, MRSA and E-coli while managing its budget and reducing significantly its spend on disinfectant wipes. MEDIPAL works in partnership with a number of Trusts helping them meet their clinical target and achieve major savings.

The LIMBO Waterproof Protector is designed to reduce the risk of infection and restore patient quality of life. For over 20 years, the LimbO has solved the problem of bathing and showering without getting PICC lines, midlines, dressings or casts wet.

HYGIENA INTERNATIONAL manufactures and sells rapid hygiene detection systems to measure cleanliness and risk that are proven and well established.

Disinfection is a major priority in all hospitals, which is why all surgical sites and operating rooms are sterile environments. However, one element of surgery cannot be sterilised by hospital staff: the patient. Studies have shown that the patient’s own skin is responsible for most of the pathogens that cause SSIs.

DEXX will be demonstrating Pseudalert – a test which facilitates the rapid identification of Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) in hospital water systems.

DDC DOLPHIN is dedicated to innovation in sluice room and dirty utility room design, equipment manufacture, installation, testing and servicing.

GAMA HEALTHCARE, the manufacturer of Clinell, Carell and Cleanall, is able to provide a vast array of wet wipes, dry wipes and cleaning cloths, through NHS Supply Chain.

Providing validated disinfection for the entirety of your probes, the Antigermix range will be showcased on PFE MEDICAL’s stand at Infection Prevention 2015.

Fighting pathogens is already a serious concern in hospitals globally and is becoming ever more challenging with the emergence of superbugs.

WASSENBURG is a global specialist in flexible endoscope reprocessing and has been dedicated to the design and manufacture of endoscope washer disinfectors for more than 30 years. The latest model WASSENBURG WD440 PT incorporates some new, exciting developments which include:

ECOLAB’s infection control solutions focus on hand, skin and environmental hygiene, as well as decontamination and sterile draping solutions for surgical equipment. Working in partnership with healthcare professionals, the company’s quality chemistry and innovative dispensing systems are designed to help prevent the spread of healthcare acquired infection.

Sporicide Plus is a ready-to-use liquid surface disinfectant from DIVERSEY CARE with outstanding bactericidal, yeasticidal, fungicidal, virucidal and sporicidal performance in healthcare. It is effective against Clostridium difficile within one minute which helps meet demand for highly effective products with shorter contact or dwell times.

From a single endoscope to a fully integrated operating theatre, laparoscopic surgery to flexible endoscopy, KARL STORZ has a comprehensive selection of innovative products for a wide range of GI procedures.

CANTEL MEDICAL is dedicated to delivering innovative infection prevention and control products and services. The company’s Medivators division applies this mission to the area of endoscopy through a product portfolio that includes endoscope reprocessing systems and procedural disposables.

WASSENBURG is a global specialist in flexible endoscope reprocessing and has been dedicated to the design and manufacture of endoscope washer disinfectors for more than 30 years. The latest model, the Wassenburg WD440 PT, features: