AUTOCLAVE STERILISATION EQUIPMENT

In the field of autoclave sterilisation equipment, Makfen designs and manufactures autoclaves for medical and laboratory sterilisation and for food applications. An autoclave is a pressurised device that uses saturated steam at high temperature and pressure to free materials of microorganisms (sterilise them).

What Is an Autoclave?

Invented by Charles Chamberland in 1879, the autoclave takes its name from the Greek word auto (self) and the Latin clavis (key), meaning a self-locking device.

Autoclaves are used to destroy microorganisms on or in various laboratory materials (glassware, culture media, waste materials) and medical materials under high temperature and pressure. Because they destroy microbes effectively, they are also widely used in the production of canned fruit and vegetables. Apart from sterilisation, autoclaves are also used in other processes such as the lamination of automotive glass.

How Does an Autoclave Work?

An autoclave that sterilises with pressurised steam operates at temperatures above 100 °C in a steam-saturated atmosphere. In common practice, at 121 °C and approx. 1 bar(g) (approx. 2 bar absolute), it frees the heat-treated material of unwanted microorganisms within a short time of 15-20 minutes.

Design of Makfen Autoclaves

Makfen autoclaves consist of components such as a pressure vessel (sterilisation chamber), a door with a locking mechanism, temperature control, an air vent valve, a pressure regulating and safety valve, a pressure gauge and a thermometer, and are designed as reliable sterilisation equipment to meet your requirements.

• For pressure equipment, design to AD 2000-Merkblatt or EN 13445 in compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU
• Stainless steel (AISI 304/316L) sterilisation chamber and materials selected for the operating conditions
• Jacketed shell and thermal insulation
• Safety valve, pressure gauge, thermometer and door safety lock
• PLC control panel for temperature, pressure and time control on request
• Hydrostatic pressure testing and certified materials
• Polishing and surface treatment suited to the material grade
• Complete operating and maintenance documentation

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