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PlasmaTYPHOON+ & PlasmaBAG
Reduce Endoscope
Drying and Storage to just 1−3 Minutes

PlasmaTYPHOON+ and PlasmaBAG ECO: Endoscope Drying and Storage Solution

Thorough drying of endoscope right after the disinfection process is crucial to avoid proliferation of microorganisms due to remaining humidity. Appropriate endoscope storage is necessary to avoid its recontamination or cross-contamination during the storage period.

PlasmaTYPHOON+ is an endoscope drying and storage solution. It provides complete drying of endoscope channels in only a few minutes, and individual active storage of endoscope in a single-use PlasmaBAG ECO, that enables to maintain the disinfected state of the endoscope for up to 31 days.This innovative drying and storage solution enhances hygiene and patient safety, while boosting hospital efficiency and productivity.

PlasmaTYPHOON+ in use
Features

Ultra‑fast Endoscope Drying and Storage Solution

PlasmaTYPHOON+ and PlasmaBAG ECO system is an innovative storage and drying solution that provides:

  • Ultra‑fast and complete drying of all endoscope channels after disinfection, in only 1 to 3 minutes.

  • Individual active storage of endoscopes in a single-use bag, PlasmaBAG ECO, that maintains the disinfected state of the endoscope for up to 31 days. The system is fully compatible with endoscopes from all major manufacturers.

Space-Saving Storage with Unlimited Capacity

PlasmaTYPHOON+ is a small table‑top system that enables to effectively and efficiently dry and store all endoscopes in single-use PlasmaBAGs ECO, with no restrictions on the number of endoscopes to be stored.

It prevents infection risks upon storage, but also upon transport from the centralized reprocessing unit to the operation room or to satelite locations.

Safe, Traceable, and Sustainable Storage Solution

Storage of endoscope in PlasmaBAG ECO:

  • Prevents infection risks upon storage and transport.

  • Maintains the disinfected state of the endoscope for up to 31 days.

  • Is fully traced (both printed and digital data records).

  • Is a sustainable solution..

WHAT EXPERTS SAY

The PlasmaTYPHOON+ is the perfect compact solution for us, contributing to an overall reduction in time, cost and space needed. Being able to store the endoscope in the PlasmaBAG for up to 31 days, the endoscope is ready to use for our patients at any time.

Prof. Rocco Trisolini – Head of the Interventional Pulmonology Unit Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli Rome, Italy
TECHNOLOGY

Drying Process of PlasmaTYPHOON+

1.Laminar Airflow

Eliminates most of the residual fluid in the channels.

2. Turbulent Flow of Heated Air

Evaporates the remaining droplets
on channel walls.

3. Result

Produces perfectly dried channels

Plasma Technology for Safe Endoscope Storage

During the storage cycle, a plasma containing a few ppm of ozone molecules is instantly generated inside the PlasmaTYPHOON+ device and insufflated into the PlasmaBAG ECO.

After creating a clean atmosphere inside the bag within the first few minutes, ozone molecules spontaneously recombine into oxygen molecules.

1.Medical Airflow

2. High voltage discharge

3. Plasma Containing Ozone Molecules

WHAT EXPERTS SAY

Since we have had the PlasmaTYPHOON+ and PlasmaBAG system, we have not only improved our reprocessing efficiency but also the hospital efficiency. With the improved endoscope turnover, we are able to reduce waiting times between procedures and therefore schedule more patient procedures.

Anne Hillion – Health executive for GI endoscopy & pulmonology Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou, Paris, France.

The use of PlasmaTYPHOON+ supports the “green endoscopy” position statements on sustainable decontamination units…

Dr A. Sibley, Independent Evaluation of PlasmaTyphoon+, Health Innovation Wessex
WHAT STUDIES SAY
Magazine Health Innovation Wessex, 2024/05/31
Dr Andrew Sibley, Health Innovation Wessex, 2024/05/31

Compared to other drying and storage solutions on the market , PlasmaTYPHOON+:

  • Provides a faster endoscope drying process.

  • Ensures higher acceptability by the reprocessing staff.

  • Greatly reduces electricity consumption.

  • Generates less waste.

  • Enables financial savings for the decontamination unit.

  • Decreases the number of endoscopes sent for repair.

WHAT USERS SAY

I’m very confident to use PlasmaTyphoon+, it’s very easy, I can use it with my eyes closed.

Endoscope reprocessing staff, Independent Evaluation of PlasmaTyphoon+, Health Innovation Wessex

With the guys that have been here for a long time, yeah, they are happy. They’re happy with the plasma… it’s just a lot quicker.

Endoscope reprocessing staff, Independent Evaluation of PlasmaTyphoon+, Health Innovation Wessex

There’s more room in the decontamination unit, we’re not squashed in as much…we were using drying cabinets all the time and they’re quite large…the trays in the rack system are very space-saving compared to the footprint of a storage cabinet.

Endoscope reprocessing staff, Independent Evaluation of PlasmaTyphoon+, Health Innovation Wessex

Technical Specifications

Find the PlasmaTYPHOON fact sheet in our online catalog.

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