THE HIDDEN COST OF CORROSION

Rust doesn't just ruin the finish. It can compromise the equipment. 

In the ER, medical equipment faces a daily assault from moisture, bodily fluids, saline, disinfectants, cleaning chemicals, and constant use. When equipment begins to corrode, the problem goes deeper than what you can see.

Stainless steel medical equipment is the only way to ensure durability, cleanability, and infection control.

PITTING
Corrosion can create microscopic pits and rough surfaces that are more difficult to thoroughly clean.

 

CONTAMINATION
Damaged surfaces and crevices can provide places where soil and microorganisms may persist if cleaning is inadequate.

 

CLEANABILITY
Smooth, intact surfaces are easier to clean and disinfect than surfaces that have deteriorated.

 

PERFORMANCE
Corrosion can affect drawers, doors, casters, hardware, welds and other components over time.

 

MAINTENANCE
What begins as a small rust spot can become an ongoing maintenance issue or lead to premature replacement.

 

COST
The true cost of corrosion isn't the rust you see. It's the repairs, downtime, replacement and risk that can follow.

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