H2O Flusher
Anti-pathogen watertight drain
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Efficient Solution for Preventing Nosocomial Infections in Hospitals
In recent times, increasing awareness has been raised about the critical role that water hygiene plays in the transmission of pathogens. For instance, it is now known that hospital drains represent a significant reservoir of pathogens (7, 8, 9). Additionally, the siphons located beneath hospital sinks are a continuous source of germs, as they typically contain an average of 10⁵ to 10¹⁰ CFU/ml of bacteria, including 10³ to 10⁶ CFU/ml of gram-negative bacilli (1, 2, 3).
When water enters the siphon, aerosols are generated at the surface of the sealing liquid, capable of emitting germs up to a radius of 1.5 meters. If the sealing liquid contains more than 10⁵ CFU/ml of bacteria, such a high quantity of microorganisms is released into the air that they can be transferred to the hands of patients or medical staff, increasing the risk of infection (4, 5, 6).
For this reason, Biogen Technologies has developed H2O Flusher, a product that definitively solves this problem. This innovative solution includes a serviceable drain that allows for routine disinfection and a fully airtight non-return valve, preventing the emission of germs from the siphon. H2O Flusher is ideal for high and medium-risk hospital areas and only requires a small quarterly expenditure on consumables (H2O Flusher-Siphon).
Ensure the safety of your facilities with a simple, efficient, and accessible solution.
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