Sterilux Steribox and Control Station

Target SDGs

Market Suggested Retail Price

$27,520.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Public Sector Agencies

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

SteriLux

Competitive Landscape

Direct competitors include Eniware Portable Sterilizer PS-25.

Manufacturing/Building Method

As of July 2016, the first 10 products are planned for manufacturing and distribution by the end of 2016. ^{Interview with designer, July 2016}

Intellectural Property Type

Patent

User Provision Model

Users can purchase this product directly from the manufacturer.

Distributions to Date Status

10+

Design Specifications

The Control Station generates ultraviolet light (UV), which creates the sterilizing agent (ozone) from the oxygen present in the air. Software is included to execute the complete sterilization process. The SteriBox ensures the sterile barrier. This system needs 10 minutes of electricity/cycle or can be battery-powered for up to 100 cycles. Experts emphasize that a reliable source of power or electrical storage and/or backup power is required. 5 mL of drinkable or non-drinkable water is needed per cycle. Control station design specifications: Dimensions: 40 cm x 30 cm x 45 cm 15.7 in x 11.8 in x 17.7 in Weight: 10 Kg, 22 lb Power: 100 W Voltage: 110 / 230 V Frequency: 50/60 Hz Battery life: 100 cycles Shelf life in number of cycle: 20,000 Capacity: 10 cycles per hour Wavelengths: 185 nm and 254 nm SteriBox design specifications: Dimensions: 62 cm x 30 cm x 17 cm 24.4 in x 11.8 in x 6.7 in Bigger and Smaller boxes will also be made. Weight: 0.5 Kg, 1.10 lb Material: HDPE Capacity: 30 liters, 7.9 US gal lqd Storage maximal period: 3 months

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Provided by the manufacturer.

Replacement Components

Batteries

Lifecycle

Control Station : 10,000 sterilization cycles or 5 years. SteriBox : 1,000 cycles or 3 years.^{Interview with designer, July 2016}

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Manufacturer specified performance targets include low temperature, safety, cost-effective, and sustainable.

Vetted Performance Status

The SteriLux team tested the effectiveness of using ozone as a sterilizing agent for metal and non-metal medical equipment. Ozone levels ranging from 100 - 1 000 ppm (0.2-2 g/Nm³) were generated and several variables were studied. Survivor curves for the sterilization process were created. The study demonstrated the feasibility of using ozone to sterilize medical devices at room temperature.

Safety

Surgical equipment that is improperly sterilized may cause infection and other medical complications. The Sterilux website describes that no toxic components are created by the system because the product uses ambient air to temporarily induce ozone, but the gas is then destroyed and the air returns to its initial composition at the end of the sterilization cycle.

Complementary Technical Systems

The SteriBox and Control Station are complimentary systems. Other complimentary technical systems include consumables such as a blue indicator sticker and printed label. Experts note that UV technology requires a source of UV (which may be difficult to access in remote areas as the availability of UV hardware is limited). Other components such as housings, covers, electronics and controls are available if an appropriate supply chain is developed and maintained to provide these materials at the appropriate cost, quality and delivery to support production. No special piping or chemicals are required to support UV sterilization.

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

ISO 13485, ISO 14937, ISO 11607, ISO 14161, ISO 11138, CE marking

Evaluation methods

The product and manufacturing has been evaluated in accordance to ISO 14937, ISO 11607, ISO 14161, ISO 11138.

Other Information

2nd Prize for the Best Poster Presentation Award at the 20th World Sterilization Congress.