Medical Device

Q: An industry colleague mentioned to that Liquinox can be used for replacing mold release for demolding purposes.  Can we do that?

A: Liquinox® Critical Cleaning Liquid Detergent has been used for many decades for its lubrication properties.  Not just its powerful emulsifying and general cleaning characteristics.  Anyone who has worked with it is well aware of its lubricity…..

Alconox Inc. cleaners that are used to clean pharmaceutical, biotech, medical, food and other regulated industries product contact surfaces, in good manufacturing practice (GMP) validated environments, need certificates of analysis obtained and kept on file. These certificates of analysis (COA) can document the analysis of a specific lot of detergent and verify that it conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications.  Confirming that the detergent has not changed.

Q. We are looking for a product to effectively remove silicone oil from a HDPE/ABS medical device. We currently use a combination of washing treatments to efficiently remove the silicone oil.

A. Remove silicone oil with ultrasonic cleaning with extremely hot (over 170 F or over 77C) 2% Alconox detergent solution followed by a thorough rinse with water. Ideally, make sure the first rinse is with extremely hot water. Typically 10-20 minutes in ultrasonics is adequate to remove the residue.

Q. We need to clean 3D printed plastic parts made of methacrylate. We need to make sure it’s safe for the plastic, but also ensures all crevices are residue free for critically clean parts.

A. Particulates and other residue, including environmental residues, can be effectively cleaned using a….

Q. I’m looking for appropriate cleaning wipes for GE logic 7 ultrasound probes.
A. Thank you for your interest in Alconox for your healthcare cleaning needs. Although we do not sell wipes, a far preferable means of cleaning ultrasonic probes would be . . .