Updating Your Autoclave Has Never Been Easier Save tens of thousands of dollars and add years to the life of your autoclave with our X1 Control System upgrade kits and refurbishment services. Save Big with Autoclave Upgrades From a simple controller upgrade to a major replacement of all pumps, valves, pipes, and electrical systems, there are numerous enhancements you can make to your autoclave that could save you tens of thousands of dollars and add years to the life of your equipment. Discover why more and more autoclave owners are choosing to refurbish their existing equipment rather than purchase a new unit, and how on-site refurbishment can reduce disruption to your facility. Enhance Autoclave Performance with a Controller Upgrade Consolidated offers X1™ Control System upgrades for any type of autoclave, regardless of make and model, to ensure quality control and process integrity with every cycle. Whether you own a Consolidated sterilizer or a competing model, upgrading to the X1 controller without replacing your existing unit is fast and easy, thanks to our autoclave controller conversion kits. Program up to 50 custom cycles for frequent load types — with the X1 controller, getting started has never been easier Enhance ease of use with a large, colorful touchscreen that’s easy to navigate, even for first-time users Support sustainability with built-in energy-saving features that reduce utility consumption and HVAC load Ensure reliability and avoid unnecessary downtime by upgrading to a control system with readily available replacement parts Get up and running in just days — regardless of make or model, upgrading your autoclave controller has never been easier Explore the X1™ Controller’s Sustainability Features EcoCalendar™ Our calendar-based automatic start-up and shut-down feature minimizes utility consumption and HVAC offload through a software-controlled steam shut-off program. Auto Idle Shut-Off Similar to sleep mode on your computer, this feature saves energy by shutting the autoclave when not in use. EcoJacket Automatically lower the temperature of the sterilizer jacket between cycles, reducing steam and water usage and heat-load to the room. Hood Control Integrate your sterilizer with a local canopy hood to reduce unnecessary venting of conditioned air to better control heat-load and environmental conditions. EcoCalendar™ Auto Idle Shut-Off EcoJacket Hood Control See the X1 in Action Play Video :30 X1™ Controller Replace your existing controller unit to access the X1 controller’s state-of-the-art capabilities, including: Intuitive user interface with modern, easy to view 7” touchscreen display Ability to program up to 50 sterilization cycles Ability for managers to prevent users from modifying sterilization parameters on individual cycles Built-in energy-saving features to reduce utility consumption and HVAC load Thermal printer for higher quality printouts of sterilization cycle information Electronic Data Storage via USB See More Details Breathe New Life into Your Autoclave with Our Refurbishment Service Consolidated’s autoclave refurbishment services can extend the life of your unit by up to a decade, at a fraction of the cost of buying new. Whether you have a Consolidated sterilizer or a competing model, we’ll strip your autoclave down to the studs and rebuild it around the original pressure vessel, tailoring every aspect of the project to your equipment’s condition and your facility’s needs. Extend the life of your autoclave by anywhere from five to 10 years Save up to 50% — tens of thousands of dollars — by refurbishing instead of purchasing a new unit Dramatically improve performance and access new features, including more cycles Prevent unplanned downtime due to premature equipment failure or obsolete components Avoid disruption to daily operations by conducting an onsite refurbishment What Does a Full Refurbishment Entail? We perform both partial and full refurbishments, tailoring every engagement to meet your particular needs. A full refurbishment typically includes: Controller replacement New piping and plumbing components New high-performance valves New sensors New electrical components Are You Eligible for an Autoclave Controller Replacement? If you own a sterilizer or competing unit built in the past 10 years, you’re a good candidate for an X1 autoclave controller upgrade. If you have a Consolidated unit, we’ll send you a conversion kit and connect you with a certified service technician. If you have a competitor unit, fill out a brief questionnaire to determine your eligibility. Request the Questionnaire Is It Time to Upgrade or Replace Your Autoclave? Experiencing a drop in sterilizer performance? These are the nine signs it might be time to replace your autoclave. Read the Article 17 Questions to Ask Before Buying Your Next Autoclave Thinking of replacing your autoclave? Make an informed purchasing decision with the insights in this buyers’ guide. Download the eBook Our team of experts can help you choose the right conversion kit for your autoclave controller. Talk to a Sterilization Specialist Today Reach out to our team today to find out if you’re eligible for a sterilizer controller upgrade or conversion. Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions How much does an autoclave controller upgrade cost? The cost varies depending on whether you’re upgrading the controller for a Consolidated unit or a competitor unit, though both options cost less than $5,0 How much does an autoclave refurbishment cost? The cost varies depending on the scope of the project. Partial refurbishment is less expensive than full refurbishment; however, both are more affordable than purchasing a new unit, offering savings in the tens of thousands. How long does it take to complete an autoclave controller upgrade? Controller upgrades take less than a day for Consolidated units and no more than one to two days for competitor units. How long does it take to complete an autoclave refurbishment? Depending on the amount of work involved, a full refurbishment can take one to two weeks to complete. I want to upgrade my control system or refurbish my autoclave. What do I need to do? First, reach out to the Consolidated team, and we’ll connect you with a qualified local service provider within our network. From there, the service provider will conduct a full inspection of the unit and put together a detailed proposal, then begin ordering parts and scheduling service. Within just a couple of days (for a controller upgrade) or weeks (for a refurbishment), you’ll have a fully updated autoclave with advanced capabilities, ready to serve you for years to come.
