Q. Did you know there are nine different factors that determine successful cleaning? A. "BATHOCARD" a phrase coined by the Alconox Inc. technical support scientists to assist you in remembering: Before - handling prior to cleaning Agitation - type of movement used to enhance cleaning Time - duration of cleaning cycle Heat - temperature of cleaning solution … [Read more...] about 9 Steps to Successful Critical Cleaning: BATHOCARD
Medical Device
Removing Residues from Artificial Heart
Q: How can I ensure there are no residues left behind in the artificial heart we manufacture? A: Swabbing for detergent and manufacturing residues (machining oils, particulate, etc.) is a validation standby. If you cannot swab the interior of the artificial heart, then we recommend to do a final sampling rinse with high purity water, after you have completed all your … [Read more...] about Removing Residues from Artificial Heart
Join Alconox Inc. at MD&M West In Anaheim
Join Alconox Inc. at MD&M West August 10-12, 2021 at the Anaheim Convention Center We are really excited to be heading to Anaheim for MD&M West. Our cleaning experts will be on-hand to answer all your medical device cleaning questions. Plus, we've got some very cool new merchandise we'll be handing out. Stop by to say hi. We're at booth 1350. We would love … [Read more...] about Join Alconox Inc. at MD&M West In Anaheim
Cleanroom Cleaning
Q: We are in the process of building a cleanroom for medical device manufacturing. What detergents do you recommend? A: For cleanroom cleaning, we would recommend liquid concentrate detergents to avoid the creation of powdered clouds in the classified environment. As part of a cleaning detergent rotation we typically recommend a 0.5% Liquinox® Critical Cleaning Liquid … [Read more...] about Cleanroom Cleaning
How to Make a 1% Solution
Learn the proper way to make a 1% detergent solution by following these four simple steps. To make a 2% detergent solution, simply double up the amount! Alconox Inc. aqueous detergents are sold in concentrate. To use, dilute according to package instructions. Most Alconox Inc. products require only a 1-2% dilution for optimal use. For further detail on how to make a 1% … [Read more...] about How to Make a 1% Solution