EADUR-AM

REPROCESSING - CLEANING, DISINFECTING

AND WASHING THE EADUR AIR MATTRESSES

EADUR-AMs can be reprocessed through two primary methods:

On-site Reprocess: This involves Cleaning and Disinfecting the Mattress.

Laundry Services: These can be performed both on and off-site.

EADUR-AMs are crafted with SUPERIOR QUALITY MATERIALS, featuring uniquely woven dual-tone mattress fabrics that offer both aesthetic appeal and durability.

The ENTIRE MATTRESS, including the Handles and Patient Security Straps, is constructed using High Frequency Welding (HFW).

HFW is a process that employs electromagnetic energy to permanently bond thermoplastic materials.

The resulting bond is HERMETICALLY SEALED, creating a perfect fit that prevents the passage of air.

HFW offers several advantages over other construction methods. For example, it leaves no needle holes, thereby eliminating potential entry points or harbours for microorganisms. This reduces the risks of infection and contamination typically associated with sewn air mattress products.

HFW ENABLES CONVENIENT ON-SITE REPROCESSING (Cleaning and Disinfecting) of the Air Mattresses Removing the Need for Both Internal and External Laundry Services.

ON-SITE REPROCESSING - CLEANING AND DISINFECTING

On-site reprocessing refers to the detailed process of cleaning and disinfecting reusable Air Transfer Mattresses. This process involves two main steps:

Cleaning: This initial step involves thorough cleaning of the air mattress to remove visible dirt, debris, and organic material. It typically includes manual cleaning using appropriate detergents and cleaning solutions.

Disinfection: After cleaning, the mattress undergoes disinfection to eliminate or reduce the number of microorganisms, such as bacteria and viruses, on the surface. Hospitals employ various methods, including chemical disinfectants, to achieve this.

LAUNDRY - WASHING AND DRYING

If the EADUR-AMs become heavily soiled, they can also be machine laundered. The EADUR-AM can be washed and dried at the Recommended Hospital Disinfecting Cycle.

NB: The Mattresses should be Wiped Clean with Water to remove an excess, residual chemicals from various Cleaning and Disinfecting Chemicals

NB: Excessive Commercial Washing and Drying will decrease the longevity of the Mattresses.

The EADUR-AM has been tested with most commonly used Hospital Disinfecting Wipes and Solutions including:

• Phenolic
• Quaternary
• Sodium Hypochlorite
• Chlorine Oxide
• Peracetic Acid

The EADUR-AM can also be Wiped, Cleaned and Disinfected using common Household Chlorine Bleach in a diluted form.

In the USA, the CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - one of the recommended disinfectants to kill many of the pathogens of most concern to healthcare facilities, is common Household Bleach (usually 5.25% or 6.00% sodium hypochlorite) diluted in water at 1:10 or 1:100.

DISINFECTION WASH CYCLE USED BY HOSPITALS

WASHING CYCLE

BS 5651:1978 Hospital Laundry Wash (Normal) Wash cycle using 24 litres (6.34 Gallons) water at 74 ± 3 °C (165 ± 5 °F) for 15 minutes.

DETERGENTS

ECE Reference Detergent + Sodium Perborate + TAED

RINSE CYCLE

4 cycles at 40 ± 2 °C (104 ± 5 °F) for 3 minutes per cycle followed by a 3 minute Hydroextraction. 

DRYING CYCLE

BS EN ISO 6330:2012 Procedure E - Tumble dry (low heat 50°C / 122°F)