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97% less likely to have MRSA [methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus] outbreak if you use Novaerus.”2
The secondary finding
concerns surface-count reduction: “Novaerus reduced total viable counts of surface bacte- ria by 23 percent on average for low heights (units on the floor) and 68 percent for high heights (units on table).”
Jones concluded, “If these units can pre- vent employee sicknesses and/or patient infections, the units will pay for themselves, compared to the costs associated with those issues. Also, with value-based reimburse- ment, facilities need to reduce re-admissions and HAIs to ensure they maximize their reimbursement.” Reliability is the buzzword at Lamiflow Technologies, LLC. Tim Lybarger, Vice President Sales, Lamiflow Technologies LLC, explained that, because the hospital’s airflow system must remain operable 24/7/365, the choice of equipment is paramount. Devices that are designed to run constantly, and that can do so without scheduled maintenance or calibra- tion, provide the huge benefit of reliability and trouble-free performance year after year.
“The most difficult and costly device in any work envi- ronment is the one you must constantly replace or service,” averred Lybarger. “Lamiflow airflow indicators provide a lifetime of calibration-free service guarantee that avoids the stress and uncertainty. The most frustrating thing for service personnel is repeated service calls for the same issue.” “Product attrition is a never-ending challenge in every hospital,” continued Lybarger. “Devices that you know will last, and products the staff can trust, are ultimately the most cost-effective.” He said Lamiflow indicators can stand the test of time with a near-zero percent failure rate. “Airflow has many important aspects, and pressure indication shouldn’t be a consuming focus for busy engineers. Avoid downtime
Lamiflow airflow indicator
and uncertainty with a device that won’t leave you guessing if it needs calibrating. In the world of airflow, that is a tremendous benefit for everyone involved,” said Lybarger. Sarah Callahan, Marketing Man- ager, Aircuity, stated that Aircu- ity’s solution puts the patient first, taking into account the impact it has on infection control through better indoor environmental qual- ity. “Designed for OR use, Clean Standby Mode is an application
that continuously measures total VOCs, particles, and dew point. “During occupied times and operations, the OR runs at full occupied flows,” explained Callahan. “When unoc- cupied, if the air is clean, then the flow can be reduced and then increased again if containments are sensed.” A bonus is that the smart data the platform provides also helps hospital officials with documentation such as for Joint Commission compliance. Callahan highlighted another ben- efit of their system: saving money and costs by providing a healthier space for patients and possibly reducing secondary inflection rates. “In addition, the opportunity for energy sav- ings exists,” said Callahan. “Average energy savings with Aircuity’s platform can be as much as 75 percent in critical spaces and 10 to 30 percent in areas with variable population, such as waiting rooms or lobbies.”
Karl Oelker, Director Worldwide Sales, Steril-Aire, made a somewhat alarming statement. “The fact is that air-handling units (AHUs) are the largest reservoir and amplification device for microorganisms in a hospital.” Most of us never think about the potential for danger in the air when lying on a gurney or visiting someone who is.
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