Each project request is always accompanied by a personalised solution, in line with our focus on client satisfaction. For this, please find below a list of frequently asked questions.
We hope that one of these questions resolve your doubts, otherwise please feel free to Contact Us. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
1) Decontamination is performed at 100°C-110°C (212°F-230°F). Is this high enough to obtain good decontamination results? Is it possible to check the process reliability?
The decontamination process consisting in maintaining dry waste at 100°C (212°F) for 1 hour is validated by the WHO and the Institut Louis Pasteur in France. It is in line with the norm NF X30-503, one of the strictest in the world for medical waste decontamination.
The efficiency of the Ecosteryl system allowsfor obtaining 6 log reduction, and each unit is supplied with biological indicators for periodic testing.
2) What kind of waste is treated with Ecosteryl’s technology?
The Ecosteryl can treat any kind of medical waste, with the exception of the following:
- No pharmaceutical wastes
- No chemical wastes
- No radioactive wastes
- No cytotoxic wastes
The microwave technology designed for the Ecosteryl is not affected by small metal objects mixed with other wastes. The training given during the installation explains how to achieve an efficient mix for optimal treatment.
3) What are the technical requirements for the Ecosteryl units’ installation?
The Ecosteryl only requires electricity connection (no chemical product, water, nor fuel generator) and its parameters can be adapted to any country’s power grid. The installation requirements consist mainly in guaranteeing a stable power supply and a proper access to the site.
4) What are the shipping, handling & packaging conditions?
Depending on the model, the Ecosteryl is delivered in one or two 20’ or 40’ containers specially prepared for sea or road freight. The manufacturing lead time is between 4 and 8 weeks.
5) What is the final disposal of treated waste?
The Ecosteryl is the only technology allowing either to recycle the waste, or to dispose of it in an efficient way in a landfill thanks to an 80% volume reduction and up to 10% weight reduction during the process.
6) Do the Ecosteryl units require a specific room temperature for proper operation? Would it be necessary to have an air conditioning system in the plant?
The Ecosteryl can function at a room temperature not above 35°C (95°F) and 80% humidity. If the conditions are more severe, an air conditioning system in the plant is required.
7) What are the maintenance and support options available?
An extensive training is given during the installation. Our engineering team is also available for remote maintenance, technical support, and can perform on site missions if necessary.
80% of the maintenance comes from the shredder blades, and we’ve designed an anti-blocking system to guarantee a maximum lifetime of all the parts.
8) How many hours per day can the Ecosteryl units operate?
The Ecosteryl can operate 24/7. Its process is continuous, saving you the time to design complex batching solutions of the waste.
9) Do the Ecosteryl units generate any toxic emissions?
No. The Ecosteryl does not produce any contaminated emission (no water, steam, chemical products rejection).