Solutions for Healthcare Laundry Facilities
- The use of a mixture of chemicals, such as chlorine bleach, to kill microorganisms and mild acids to neutralize any alkalinity in the water supply
- High extract speeds
- A set water temperature—the CDC requires hot water washing at a minimum of 160F for a minimum of 25 minutes to destroy dangerous microorganisms effectively.
The Importance of Laundry Care in Healthcare Facilities
Many studies and procedures point to reducing healthcare-acquired infections, but one overlooked variable that can be just as instrumental is the proper laundering of linens. In fact, one study showed that disinfected bed linens could dramatically reduce the risks of healthcare-acquired infections. In addition, properly handling soiled linens is equally important as healthcare staff can contract and spread infection when changing patients or stripping beds if the process is not properly handled in an approved manner. Therefore, laundry care in healthcare facilities must be highly disciplined to reduce health risks to patients and staff.
While there are no regulations governing how healthcare laundry is handled, there is a list of preferred practices and guidelines from the CDC. The CDC suggests that all soiled linen and bagged linen should be transported by chute or cart within a hospital. Bagged linen is the preferred transportation means since some chutes have the potential to spread microorganisms.
All linen should be adequately sorted and kept separated before use in machinery to help reduce the potential of contamination of clean linen. Chlorine beach is also recommended for regular use to help enhance safety measures.
Recommended Washers and Dryers for Your Clinic or Hospital
Choosing the right laundry machines is critical for healthcare facilities to ensure efficiency, durability, and optimal hygiene standards. Dexter and Continental Girbau are two reputable brands that offer excellent solutions for such demanding environments.
Both Dexter and Continental Girbau models are designed to handle the rigorous demands of healthcare facilities. They ensure that large quantities of laundry are processed quickly and effectively while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
Recommended Dexter Models for Healthcare Facilities:
Dexter T-900 Washer
Capacity: 60 lb
Features: Heavy-duty construction with a welded steel spider and shaft, perforated cylinders, and automatic chemical injection.
Benefits: Designed for durability and efficiency, with features that enhance wash performance and reduce energy consumption. High-speed extraction (100 G-force) helps remove more water, reducing drying times.
Ideal Use: Suitable for handling large volumes of laundry, including bed linens, gowns, and towels.
Dexter T-450 SWD Models
Capacity Options: 20, 30, and 50 lb
Features: Front-loading, stackable design with 6-cycle controls.
Benefits: Space-saving stackable units are ideal for facilities with limited space while providing high efficiency and robust performance.
Recommended Continental Girbau Models for Healthcare Facilities
Continental Girbau E-Series Soft Mount Washers
Continental Girbau Pro-Series II Dryers
Features: High-efficiency drying with programmable controls and robust construction.
Benefits: Offers quick drying times, energy savings, and reliability, making them suitable for high-demand healthcare environments.
Articlean Ozone Cleaning System
Discover the future of laundry with the ArtiClean Ozone Laundry Systems, designed to revolutionize your cleaning processes. This advanced system significantly reduces laundry cleaning time and gas and water usage, achieving an impressive 99.999% disinfection rate against common bacteria, viruses, and germs. By eliminating the need for harsh chemicals like bleach, the ArtiClean system ensures thorough cleanliness and extends the life of hospital linens, ultimately reducing overall operational costs. Embrace a more efficient, eco-friendly approach to laundry with ArtiClean.
Read more about Ozone Laundry Systems: https://www.aadvantagelaundry.com/articlean-equipment/
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