Autoclave Range

Autoclave Range
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Autoclave Range

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Introduction
The document highlights the significance of autoclaves in laboratories, focusing on the cost-effectiveness and reliability of Rodwell Autoclaves. It emphasizes potential long-term savings due to reduced maintenance and operational costs compared to cheaper alternatives.
Rodwell Autoclaves Features
Rodwell Autoclaves are distinguished by their high-quality materials, ease of maintenance, advanced control systems, and safety features. They offer various models with different capacities and optional accessories to meet diverse laboratory requirements.
Company Overview
The Rodwell Autoclave Company, part of the Rodwell Engineering Group, has a global presence with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and after-sales service. The company boasts a rich history and financial stability, ensuring high manufacturing standards.
Product Range
  • Phoenix and Monarch Models: Compact autoclaves with capacities from 40 to 75 liters, featuring space-saving designs and optional accessories like fan accelerated cooling and vacuum air removal systems.
  • Ensign and Ambassador Models: Medium capacity autoclaves up to 158 liters, offering features like counterbalanced lids and various heating options.
  • Gemini and Sovereign Models: Large capacity autoclaves with unique features such as dual chambers in the Gemini model and economy round chambers in the Sovereign model.
  • Sapphire and Crystal Models: Large square chamber autoclaves with capacities up to 770 liters, featuring fast cycle times and integrated steam generators.
Control System - MP25
The MP25 control system is versatile and interchangeable across all Rodwell autoclaves, offering 25 programmable cycles, smart card access, and features like load activated sterilize timers and self-diagnostics.
Data Recording and Analysis
Rodwell provides advanced data recording options, including SmartLog software for detailed cycle analysis and USB memory logging for easy data transfer and reporting.
Conclusion
Rodwell Autoclaves provide a comprehensive solution for laboratory sterilization needs, combining reliability, advanced technology, and cost-effectiveness.
SmartLog and SmartLog+ Systems
These systems revolutionize data collection by storing cycle data digitally, eliminating the need for traditional data printers. SmartLog+ allows networking with a PC for real-time monitoring and data backup.
Traceability
The software complies with CFR21 Part 11, ensuring data integrity and traceability. Data can be exported to spreadsheets for further analysis.
Diagnostic Support
SmartLog provides diagnostic features that facilitate quick troubleshooting and technical support, reducing downtime.
Microjet Microwave Autoclave
This innovative autoclave uses microwaves for rapid and uniform heating, significantly reducing sterilization time compared to traditional steam autoclaves. It is user-friendly, requiring only a standard electrical socket.
Specifications
The Microjet model features a 15kg weight, 230v power supply, and a chamber capacity of 2L. It operates at a sterilization temperature of 135°C with a total cycle time of 7-12.5 minutes.
Portaclave Portable Autoclaves
These models are compact, portable, and require minimal maintenance. They are available in various capacities (15L to 50L) and feature manual or digital controllers.
Cooling and Heating Systems
The document describes various cooling systems, including fan-assisted and water cooling, and heating systems like direct steam and electric steam generators.
Chamber Furniture and Accessories
A range of shelves, baskets, and discard systems are available to enhance autoclave performance. The Rodwell Waste Discard Container system simplifies waste sterilization without a vacuum system.
Maintenance and Support
Rodwell provides expert maintenance services through trained engineers, ensuring autoclaves remain in a safe and reliable condition.
Maintenance and Safety
The document emphasizes the importance of using trained and accredited personnel for autoclave maintenance to avoid accidents or litigation. It highlights the necessity of using genuine parts from The Rodwell Autoclave Company to ensure safety and performance.
Calibration Services
The Rodwell Autoclave Company offers calibration services using advanced cycle recording equipment, adhering to high standards and accreditation requirements. They provide expertise in fine-tuning autoclaves.
After-Sales Care
Rodwell Autoclaves are built to high standards and require maintenance by accredited engineers for reliable service. The company provides extensive technical support and up-to-date information.
Sterilisation Monitoring Products
The document details various products for monitoring steam sterilisation processes, including:
  • Bowie & Dick Tests: Used for testing steam penetration in sterilisers, with indicators changing color to confirm effectiveness.
  • Chemical Indicators: Self-adhesive labels that change color to indicate sterilisation exposure.
  • Biological Indicators: Regular and self-contained indicators for ensuring sterility, with a 24-hour incubation period.
  • Autoclave TST Strips: Integrated control system for verifying heat and time exposure in steam.
  • Autoclave Tape: Adhesive tape that changes color after sterilisation, providing a visual confirmation.
Contact Information
The document provides contact details for further inquiries and emphasizes continuous product development and improvement.
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Catalog excerpts

Autoclave Range-2

Why specify a Rodwell Autoclave? Make the smart choice Autoclaves are often overlooked in the central role they play in the operation of the modern laboratory. The vast majority of laboratories simply cannot function without one. Therefore, it is the smart buyer who gives such careful consideration to the single piece of equipment so essential to the efficient every day to day running of a laboratory. Everybody is under constant pressure to reduce costs and save money. However, how smart is the buyer who saves money on the initial purchase, only to incur additional costs in extra maintenance;...

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Autoclave Range-3

The Rodwell Autoclave Company has been exporting for the past 30 years and has established distributors in many nations all over the world. Our distributors share our commitment for proficient after-sales service, using fully trained engineers with access to the latest technology and total support from the manufacturers they represent. Making full use of modern available technology Email and the internet has allowed us to develop up-to-date software (optional) which allows the scientist to email complete cycles to our technical department for full on-screen diagnosis and set-up recommendations....

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Autoclave Range-4

Compact Autoclaves (Round Chambers) Phoenix Benchtop Design Features • 40 or 60 litres • MP25 Control (see page 8) • Space-saving design • Single phase ’plug in & play’ • Integral drip tray under each door • Bench or trolley mounted • Phoenix 40 has capacity for up to 13 x 1L media bottles • Can be completely stand alone Optional Accessories • Fan accelerated cooling • Loading baskets • Waste discard system • Condense collector (eliminates need for a plumbed drain service) • Range of data recording options • Scale prevention systems • Automatic fill • Vacuum air removal systems Capacities and...

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Autoclave Range-5

Medium Capacity Autoclaves Ensign Design Features • 100 & 125 litres • MP25 control (see page 8) • Space-saving design • Counterbalanced lid for easy opening • Available in electrically heated version or from a piped steam source Formats 1) 6 kW in-chamber heating (100) 2) 9 kW in-chamber heating (100 & 125) 3) Heated from an external steam supply 4) Remote steam heated with generator Optional Accessories • Fan accelerated cooling • Loading Hoist • Air ballasting option • Loading baskets • Waste discard system • Drain line condenser for plastic drains • Range of data recording options • Scale...

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Autoclave Range-6

Large Capacity Autoclaves (Round Chambers) Gemini Totally Unique: Two independent autoclaves in one robust frame! Design Features • 2 x 158 litre vessels • 316 litre total capacity • MP25 control (see page 8) • Independent control of each chamber • Space-saving design • Can be used as a clean and dirty autoclave in one frame • Integral drip tray under each door • Available in electrically heated version or from a piped steam source • Integrated steam generator available Optional Accessories • Fan accelerated cooling • Hydraulic loading trolley • Air ballasting option • Loading baskets • Waste...

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Autoclave Range-7

Large Capacity Autoclaves (Square Chambers) Crystal Design Features • 300 litres • Square section chamber • MP25 control (see page 8) • Cost effective hinge / bolt door • Space-saving design • Integral drip tray under door • Available in electrically heated version or from a piped steam source • Fixed seal • Integrated steam generator • Fan accelerated cooling Optional Accessories • Loading trolley • Air ballasting option • Loading baskets • Waste discard system • Drain line condenser for plastic drains • Range of data recording options • Scale prevention systems • Automatic fill • Vacuum air...

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Autoclave Range-8

MP25 Controller & Smartcard The common control system fitted to every autoclave in the Rodwell range. The MP25 has evolved to be one of the finest laboratory instrument control systems on the market today. What sets this system apart from any other control system is that it is totally interchangeable. The same MP25 control system with any Rodwell Autoclave: from a bench top to a large square chambered vacuum machine. Total versatility in 25 programs! Standard Features 25 programs Can be programmed and stored by the laboratory supervisor Smart Card Access System • Allows programs to be stored...

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Autoclave Range-9

USB SmartLog™ System The MP25 SmartLog system from The Rodwell Autoclave Company is revolutionising the way that autoclave cycle data is collected and analysed. In the past data collection would have been carried out by use of a data printer, which meant regular paper re-fills, replacement ink ribbons and reams of paper reports accumulating on the laboratory manager’s desk. Now with our SmartLog & SmartLog+ systems instead of large bulky chart recorders, or paper printers, every cycle is automatically stored to memory, which can then be downloaded and analysed in our SmartLog software. Complete...

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Autoclave Range-10

Microjet Microwave Autoclave • Temperature Sterilisation • Liquid Media Sterilisation • Data Stored on Micro SD Card Heating Time 1.5—4.5 mins Sterilisation Time 60-80 sec Total Process Time 7-18 mins Working Range from 100ml to 500ml A Revolution in the Sterilisation of Liquid Media In the MICROJET autoclave, the thermal energy < required for sterilisation is supplied directly to Ø the medium. Microwaves are used as the energy source, so that heating of the medium is immediate and uniform. In comparison with the traditional steam autoclave, sterilisation takes 5 times less time, while the exposure...

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Autoclave Range-11

Portaclave Portable Autoclaves Specifications for ST1528E ST2228E ST3028E ST1528V ST2228V ST3028V Design Features • 15, 22, 30 or 50 litres • Manual or Vario digital Controller • Robust space saving design • Single phase ‘plug & play’ • Compact and fully portable • No plumbing needed • Minimal Maintenance • Grade 316 stainless steel chamber • Suitable for Culture Media Vario Controller • Variable Temperature 100°C - 137°C • Variable Time: 199 minutes • Preset Cycles: - 30mins @ 115°C - 15mins @ 121°C - 30 mins @ 121°C - 60 mins @ 115°C Capacities and dimensions Model Name Autoclave Weight Export...

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