Sterilization is a fundamental process in any medical or laboratory environment, and selecting the right equipment ensures safety, efficiency, and reliability. A medical sterilizer is designed to eliminate harmful microorganisms from instruments, protecting patients, staff, and clients. In this article, we focus on the three main types of autoclaves and how each one supports professional sterilization needs.
Table-Top Class B Autoclaves
Table-top Class B autoclaves are compact yet highly efficient medical sterilizers, making them suitable for clinics, dental offices, and small laboratories. These devices, such as WEGO Medical’s MST.B series, comply with European Standard EN13060, guaranteeing thorough sterilization of instruments, including porous and hollow items. The MST.B series features automatic operation, fast cycles, and built-in safety mechanisms, providing a reliable sterilization solution without occupying excessive space. By integrating a table top Class B autoclave into daily operations, facilities can maintain strict hygiene standards while streamlining their workflow.
Vertical Pressure Steam Sterilizers
Vertical steam sterilizers offer a versatile option for larger instruments and high-demand environments. A medical sterilizer of this type, like the WEGO MSL series, is designed for surgical instruments, glassware, and laboratory equipment. Vertical sterilizers are widely used in research labs, hospitals, and other professional settings where volume and efficiency are critical. These devices use pressurized steam to ensure complete sterilization while maintaining safety through regulated temperature and pressure control. Their vertical design saves floor space and allows for convenient handling of multiple instrument trays simultaneously.
Horizontal and Vertical Sliding Steam Sterilizers
For facilities with diverse sterilization needs, horizontal and vertical sliding steam sterilizers provide flexibility and capacity. The MSG.BSD horizontal Class B sterilizer is suitable for instruments, implants, and devices with lumens, offering uniform sterilization for complex items. Meanwhile, the MSG series vertical sliding sterilizers are engineered to meet strict international standards, ensuring safe reuse of sterilized equipment. These medical sterilizers are designed for ease of use, with automated cycles and reliable safety features, making them ideal for hospitals, pet clinics, and laboratories that require frequent sterilization of multiple instrument sets.
The importance of a medical sterilizer to patient safety and staff productivity is something we at WEGO Medical fully grasp. Autoclaves from our range include tabletop Class B, vertical steam, and horizontal/vertical slide sterilizers, so we can meet the needs of any institution. An organization’s everyday processes, infection risks, and sterilization results can all be improved with the help of these autoclaves. Ensuring that instruments are cleaned properly using the right sort of medical sterilizer is crucial for providing safe and professional care in any setting.
