Hank BalchOct 11, 20201 minWhat Are the Different Phases of a Sterilization Cycle?Sterilization cycles are broken down into different phases that are monitored during validation. The phases in chronological order are...
Hank BalchSep 15, 20201 minCan I Validate Just One of My Autoclaves?Because there are no regulations that address in-chamber autoclave validations, the answer would technically be yes you can. What I can...
Hank BalchAug 24, 20201 minIs the Annual PM Performed by My Sterilizer Technician the Same As a Validation?The technicians who service and repair autoclaves perform many essential tasks that keep our autoclaves functioning and are vital...
Hank BalchMay 20, 20201 minIf Water Boils at 212°F, How Do We Get 270°F Steam?Steam, the gaseous state of water, is formed when water is heated until it begins to boil. If it is heated beyond the boiling point, the...