Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) announces the availability of the EXPRESS Cycle for the STERRAD® 100NX System. The company says this is the fastest low-temperature sterilization cycle validated for surface sterilization of da Vinci® 3D endoscopes, rigid telescopes, rechargeable batteries and many other devices. The EXPRESS Cycle rapidly sterilizes instruments without the damage associated with other sterilization modalities. Â
The EXPRESS Cycle is a feature upgrade that customers can purchase for their new or existing STERRAD® 100NX Systems. The 24-minute EXPRESS Cycle joins the 42-minute FLEX and 47-minute STANDARD cycles on the STERRAD® 100NX System platform, creating an unrivaled range of sterilization options.
"The addition of the EXPRESS Cycle continues our focus on optimizing our customers' investment in the STERRAD® 100NX System," says Karen Borg, vice president of worldwide marketing for ASP. "Our breadth of cycles combined with first-class technical support and clinical education, ensures our customers have the most flexible and long-term sterilization solution."
The STERRAD® 100NX System EXPRESS Cycle is now available in the U.S., Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). For more information, visit ASP at the 58th AORN Congress in Philadelphia March 21-23, contact your local ASP representative, call (888) 783-7723 or visit www.aspjj.com
.
Hiding in Plain Sight: The Most Harmful and Costly Hospital-Acquired Infection
February 5th 2025Nonventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) is a deadly, overlooked infection impacting patient outcomes. With new diagnostic tools and prevention strategies, hospitals must prioritize oral hygiene to reduce risk.
The Key to Sterile Processing Success: Leadership Engagement and Team Collaboration
January 24th 2025Effective sterile processing leadership requires active engagement, clear communication, and a transformational approach to foster collaboration, accountability, and quality in infection prevention and surgical instrument management.
Top 7 Infection Control Today Articles of 2024: Insights and Innovations
December 30th 2024From advanced sterilization methods to combating antimicrobial resistance, Infection Control Today’s top articles of 2024 delivered actionable strategies for safer healthcare environments and improved patient outcomes.
Redefining Competency: A Comprehensive Framework for Infection Preventionists
December 19th 2024Explore APIC’s groundbreaking framework for defining and documenting infection preventionist competency. Christine Zirges, DNP, ACNS-BC, CIC, FAPIC, shares insights on advancing professional growth, improving patient safety, and navigating regulatory challenges.
Tackling Health Care-Associated Infections: SHEA’s Bold 10-Year Research Plan to Save Lives
December 12th 2024Discover SHEA's visionary 10-year plan to reduce HAIs by advancing infection prevention strategies, understanding transmission, and improving diagnostic practices for better patient outcomes.
Environmental Hygiene: Air Pressure and Ventilation: Negative vs Positive Pressure
December 10th 2024Learn more about how effective air pressure regulation in health care facilities is crucial for controlling airborne pathogens like tuberculosis and COVID-19, ensuring a safer environment for all patients and staff.