Use of Compressed Air as Sterile Air

Sterile compressed air can be utilized both in the process as well as a conveying and control air. Its designation comes from the characteristic that the compressed air utilized must be sterile. This means that the compressed air must be free of propagating germs. This requirement is specified everywhere where the operating standards for hygiene [...]

What is a Medical Air Compressor?

A Medical air compressor is the main component of a Medical air system and a type of air compressor that transforms power into potential energy in pressurized air, usually found in medical facilities and medical air plants. Medical air compressors as an essential part of Medical air systems, over time, has become a necessity for [...]

Medical Air

Unlike the other piped medical gases which are typically delivered to hospitals in cylinders, medical air is most often manufactured on-site. This is accomplished by pulling outside air into a medical air compressor which is connected to the piping system feeding the facility. Rarely, due to poor quality ambient air, medical air can be produced [...]

5 Common Medical Gases Used in Hospitals

Medical gas is critical to the function of hospitals and many other healthcare facilities. Knowing the most common types of gases, understanding how each is used, and then how to maintain your systems for each gas will ensure your facility's success. 1. Medical Air Medical Air refers to a clean supply of compressed air used in hospitals and healthcare facilities to distribute [...]