Priorclave - Autoclaves and Steam Sterilisers

Priorclave designs, manufactures and services laboratory autoclaves, specifically targeted toward the healthcare industry, ranging from bench-top to large capacity models with power operated doors and steam jackets.

The TACTROL® control system and BioCote® powder coating technology that inhibit the growth of a wide range of micro-organisms are common to all models.

The healthcare environment represents a significant percentage of Priorclave’s core business and demands continuing review and innovation to deliver the right technology.

Compact laboratory autoclaves

Low-volume users benefit from the Compact range, which includes the 40L capacity bench-top and the 60L capacity floor-standing unit, which has lockable castors that make it ideal for confined areas.

Top loading and front loading autoclaves

The top loading 100L–150L and front loading 100L–200L autoclave models with cylindrical vessels have a 500mm diameter for more effective loading and are available for electric heating or for connection to plant steam. Top loaders feature low loading heights for operator comfort and safety while the front loaders, with their larger 200L chambers, are useful for autoclaving heavy or bulky items.

Rectangular section autoclaves

Where bulky or high-volume throughput is the norm these small-footprint units are recommended. While available in 235L, 350L, 450L and 700L capacities, the 235L and 350L models fit through a standard door.

Those with power doors can be supplied as stand-alone cabinet autoclaves or built into a fascia panel in a plant room installation. A steam / water jacket can also be fitted to all these models.

With a 320L capacity chamber, the Q63 autoclave (the front loading option) complements the smaller 100L top loading version.

Pass-through / double door autoclaves

These are designed for installation through a wall enabling two-way sterilisation traffic. The totally sealed unit with interlocking doors maintains integrity during the cycle.

Autoclave post-installation testing

With Priorclave’s registration as a UKAS calibration laboratory post-installation testing and servicing options are available, including IQ / OQ / PQ regimes and fully comprehensive servicing arrangements.

Products and processes have been independently approved by authorised bodies and are CE marked to the following standards:

• European PED – 97/23/EC (approved for the entire pressure system, not just the pressure vessel structure)
• EN61010-2-41 – Electrical safety
• EN5008-1 / EN50082-1 – Electromagnetic compatibility

Autoclave calibration, testing and service

As a fully accredited UKAS calibration laboratory Priorclave is able to carry out HTM2010 testing and performance qualification to other standards as required. Routine calibration is available as a one off or as part of a regular maintenance contract, and maintenance contracts for all models are available with parts-inclusive and extended term options.