With the rapid development of the global healthcare system, whether it is a public, private or specialized hospital, it is facing increasingly severe market competition pressure. How to provide a high-quality medical environment and medical services has become a problem that must be addressed. SLOAN SLOAN, A CENTURY-OLD MANUFACTURER OF COMMERCIAL PLUMBING SYSTEMS, HAS A SOLUTION THAT CAN BE IGNORED IN ENHANCING HEALTH CARE AND REDUCING HEALTH-ACQUIRED INFECTIONS (HAIs).
The "Invisible Killer" in the Pipeline
Johns Hopkins University, a prestigious private research university, found that 50 percent of water samples taken from 20 electronic faucets contained Legionella bacteria in a study on whether electronic faucets increase the risk of bacteria in healthcare facilities. Legionella bacteria can cause progressive pneumonia with respiratory failure and/or shock and multi-organ failure that can lead to death.
Sources of Legionella transmission have been linked to hot and cold water supply systems, air-conditioning towers, humidifiers, and whirlpool jacuzzis. Legionella bacteria are always acquired from the environment, and no direct human-to-human transmission has been reported, and almost all outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease of identified environmental origin are due to inhalation of contaminated aerosolized water. Disease infections can also be caused by inhaling contaminated water and ice, especially in susceptible patients in hospitals.
How faucets respond to germs
According to research from Johns Hopkins University, stagnant water created by a lower dynamic flow in a faucet is the culprit that triggers higher levels of bacteria. In response to this, the World Health Organization (WHO) has proposed to flush unused faucets in buildings every week to reduce the immobility of water.
To solve the problem of stagnant water, the state-of-the-art electronic faucet is able to program the control module to have a pipe cleaning function. The pipe cleaning function is a preset command that automatically starts the flow of water from a faucet once and continues for a certain period of time. MOST OF SLOAN'S SENSOR FAUCETS HAVE A PIPE CLEANING FEATURE THAT AUTOMATICALLY FLUSHES ONCE AS NEEDED, 12 OR 24 HOURS AFTER LAST USE, OR CAN BE SET TO FLUSH VIA THE APP TO PREVENT STAGNANT WATER.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in the U.S. has installed more than 500 Optima® ETF-80 sensor faucets equipped with Optima® control boxes, allowing maintenance personnel to remotely monitor each faucet via the Sloan Connect® app, activate pipe flushing, and clean water or drain pipes to prevent bacteria from growing in stagnant water.
Rush University Medical Center takes hygiene and safety a step further by providing a laminar flow of water that does not draw air into the water stream by regularly cleaning the pipes to eliminate stagnant water, as well as a laminar flow device that does not draw air into the water stream and prevents bacteria from mixing into the indoor air in the handwashing stream.
Sensor faucets vs manual faucets
In fact, several studies have found that, in addition to water contamination in pipes, handle-operated manual faucets are a source of bacterial infections in hospital patients, including Legionella. Healthcare facilities need to take a variety of measures to ensure health, and restrooms are no exception. The most obvious benefit of touch-free sensor faucets is improved hygiene. Eliminating the hand-operated handle means eliminating the point of contact where germs can spread from one user to another. Touch-free operation also makes it easy for almost anyone to clean their hands, regardless of age or physical condition, making sensor faucets ideal for use in this special environment in healthcare facilities. Another benefit is water conservation, as sensor-activated faucets discharge only the water users need, reducing water waste.
AND THERE'S NO DOUBT THAT SLOAN'S GOOSENECK FAUCETS AND THE HIGH-END SENSOR FAUCETS FROM THE BASYS SERIES PROVIDE A HIGH LEVEL OF HANDWASHING HYGIENE. The tall shape and well-designed water outlet angle make the handwashing space more abundant, and meet the user's hygienic cleaning requirements for larger areas such as washing the forearm.
The BASYS Guided Sensor Faucet EFX-177 provides a guided handwashing function that follows Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, guiding users through a five-step handwashing process to ensure proper hand washing.
Professional solutions, more than just faucets
SLOAN'S SPECIALTY PRODUCTS DESIGNED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS HELP MINIMIZE CROSS-CONTAMINATION WHILE REDUCING WATER USAGE AND WASTE.
WHEN A HIGHER LEVEL OF HANDWASHING HYGIENE IS REQUIRED, SLOAN STAINLESS STEEL MEDICAL SINKS ARE A GREAT CHOICE FOR HEALTHCARE FACILITIES. The whole sink is made of 304 stainless steel, and the inner surface is sandblasted, which has excellent flushing characteristics and strong stain resistance. The front of the sink is equipped with a sensor to ensure the amount of water during preoperative hand cleaning, and with a knee-activated soap dispenser, the hands can be cleaned without hand contact, meeting the highest hygiene standards required by the hospital.
AS THE INVENTOR OF THE MODERN FLUSHOMETER, SLOAN HAS THE BROADEST PORTFOLIO OF FLUSHOMETERS IN THE INDUSTRY, PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL RESTROOM SOLUTIONS THAT GO BEYOND THE STANDARD. SLOAN BEDPAN WASHERS ARE PURPOSE-BUILT FLUSHOMETERS DESIGNED FOR HEALTHCARE FACILITIES. SLOAN BEDPAN WASHER FLUSHOMETERS ARE AVAILABLE IN SENSOR, MANUAL, AND HYDRAULIC OPTIONS, WITH OFFSET FLUSH CONNECTIONS AND STERILIZERS THAT MEET ADA ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS.
Elmhurst Hospital's 295 private rooms are fitted with ROYAL BPW 1005 bedpan washer flushometers, providing a more hygienic and effective way to clean bedpans and avoid liquid backsplashes. Its simple installation also reduces the potential for bacterial growth on the surface of other bedpan washers, ensuring the level of quality required for care.
In the midst of the rapid development of the global healthcare system, Sloan, a century-old brand, is leading the innovative design of healthcare facilities with professional and efficient restroom products, providing practical solutions to eliminate all kinds of unhealthy risks in the environment and ensure the health and safety of healthcare institutions. The future of healthcare is promising, and Sloan will continue to create smarter restroom spaces to support the high-quality development of the healthcare environment.
Disclaimer: The copyright and accuracy of the content of the above pictures and texts are fully responsible for the original unit or organization providing the message, if there is any infringement, please contact to delete!