Medical Responsibilities For Air Compressors

American industries have depended on compressed air for as long as it has been in existence. It is a simple tool that has made every industry better and more efficient. The reliability and consistency of compressed air power is second to none and a mainstay for years to come.

AVP’s air compressor’s products serve a wide variety of industries. Medical compressed air applications are no exception. We have worked hard to ensure that our equipment, accessories and service and support for medical and dental professionals and administrators are suitable for assisting in providing excellent care.

The need for compressed air can come in the form of powering working tools and utensils to providing fresh air for patients to breathe. They can provide resistance for rehabilitation equipment and general precision cleaning which allows technicians to control the air flow of cleaning instruments while also performing actions without physically touching them. Because of some of these applications, medical and dental air compressors need to ensure air is pure and free of contaminants.

Below are several important functions compressed air plays in the medical field:

• autoclaves, sterilizing
• blood-analyzers
• chiropratic/physiotherapy tables
• ear/nose/throat doctors; air/vaccuum aspirators
• evacuation/sealing/welding of bags/bottles (blood)
• hospital beds, seats, air cushioning, adjusting
• mammography x-ray
• optical tables, microscopes
• podiatry
• pumping of bandages (ambulances and physiotherapy)
• respiratory equipment, oxygen concentrators, nebulizers
• surgical instruments
• transfer of liquids, dispensing, bottling
• wheel chair tire inflation
• X-ray

Another Thing To Consider

While ambient noise may not be regulated by NFPA 99 requirements, most medical facilties strive to provide a relaxing and quiet atmosphere for their patience. Because of this it is important to consider how noise may impact patients and patient care. The loud rumble, and constant switching on and off of a normal air compressor can add an extra layer of stress and anxiety to both the patient and caretaker. Making sure the patient is at ease and comfortable in the environment is extremely important to the overall experience.

Our Compressors

The outstanding performance and quality of Werther International’s line of quiet oil-less air compressors is essential in providing a turn key solution and an easy installation and start up for most applications needing a source of quiet compressed air. With our quiet oil-less motors, selection of ASME certified air tanks, self regenerative air dryers, and silencing cabinet options, the Werther oil-less compressors are well suited for a variety of applications including laboratory, automation, medical, clean room, gas generation, and food and beverage where dependability and long service life is a must.

Our Recommendation

For most of these tasks we would recommend one of our Panther Silent Mini Air Compressors, or one of our Panther Oil-Free Mini Air Compressors. Both types of compressors offer outstanding performance and value for those who demand the most quiet, dependable, clean air systems. The jobs that are performed with compressed air are too important to NOT get the best item available.

Trust the Experts

At AVP, we know a thing or two about air compressors. Call us for an expert recommendation at (281) 866-9700 or check out our store at shop.airvacuumprocess.com.