Autoclaving Liquids: Ensure Sterility, Avoid the Burn Written by: Scott Mechler There are a number of concepts to be aware of when autoclaving liquid loads. We’ve covered the basics of liquid sterilization in this previous post, as well as challenges related to liquid boil-over. Many labs still struggle to achieve the correct balance between reliable sterility and damage to their products when it comes to liquid […] Tweet Like Share
Sterilization in the Cannabis Industry Written by: Dan Butler Public perception of cannabis has dramatically changed over the past decade, with two-thirds of Americans now in favor of legalization, and an entire industry has sprung up around. In fact, Grandview Research valued the global legal cannabis market at $13.2 billion USD in 2021, with a projected compound annual growth rate of 25.5% from 2022 […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Slated to Enter Healthcare Market Written by: CSS Marketing Team UPDATE: August 2, 2022 — Consolidated Sterilizer Systems’ new line of healthcare sterilizers have received official FDA clearance. July 20, 2022 (BILLERICA, MASS.) – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is excited to announce its official venture into the healthcare sterilizer market with three new, FDA-cleared steam sterilizers. These autoclaves will be used in healthcare facilities such as […] Tweet Like Share
Take a Look Inside Consolidated’s Wellness Program Written by: CSS Marketing Team Workplace wellness programs: Are they worth the hype? If we look at the data, all signs point to “yes.” Research shows that of employees who participate in their company’s wellness program: 83% enjoy their work more, 84% are likely to recommend their workplace to colleagues, 91% are less likely to leave, and 84% are more […] Tweet Like Share
CSS CEO Publishes New Book on Fitness, Work/Life Balance Written by: CSS Marketing Team Consolidated’s CEO Publishes New Book on Fitness, Work/Life Balance Consolidated Sterilizer Systems’ very own CEO and President, Art Trapotsis, has published a new book called The Everyday Athlete: How to Balance Work, Family, and Fitness for Life. The book addresses an important topic about weaving fitness into work and life obligations. Questions addressed include: How […] Tweet Like Share
CSS 75th Spotlight: See What Our Employees Have to Say Written by: CSS Marketing Team As Consolidated Sterilizer Systems celebrates its 75th year, we want to take a moment to recognize the fact that this company could not have come as far as it has without the support of its people. Every single one of our employees are an important part of the fabric and journey of this company, and […] Tweet Like Share
Bioreactor Sterilization: What You Need to Know Written by: Arthur Trapotsis Bioreactors — vessels designed to promote the growth of organisms such as yeast, bacteria or animal cells under controlled conditions — are a critical component in biotechnology companies, and a common device used in both established firms and startups. In order to prevent contamination, which can be incredibly costly in by time lost and money […] Tweet Like Share
Beginner’s Guide to Autoclaving Soil Written by: Scott Mechler Autoclaving soil is a laboratory technique used to eliminate microorganisms from soil and is often an important step in any agricultural research process. Here’s how it’s done. Table of Contents How to Sterilize Soil Using an Autoclave Soil Sterilization Methods Sterilize Soil with a CSS Autoclave How to Sterilize Soil Using an Autoclave When sterilizing […] Tweet Like Share
1 Year Later: How CSS Contributed to Fighting COVID Written by: Arthur Trapotsis March 11, 2021, marked the one-year anniversary of the World Health Organization’s announcement officially declaring the novel coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. In the days, weeks and months following the announcement, the world seemed to turn upside down and everyone, including we here at Consolidated Sterilizer Systems, struggled to adapt to what has been deemed “the […] Tweet Like Share
Autoclave Wall Seal Options, Explained Written by: Scott Mechler Though less flashy than other parts, the wall seal around a pass-thru (double door) sterilizer s one of the most essential components of apass-thru autoclave’s design. That’s because this seal creates a barrier between the contained room and non-contained room (or clean room vs dirty room) thereby preventing any possible contaminants from escaping the room. […] Tweet Like Share
1.12.16 70 Years of American Made Autoclaves → Seventy years ago William A. Barnstead acquired Consolidated Machine Corporation with a focus on producing rolling door autoclaves and water stills for the U.S. Department of Defense. Barnstead, an entrepreneur and rugged individualist, worked diligently to create for his company a strong and lasting reputation as an innovator in the sterilizer and water still industry. […]
12.22.15 Autoclave Chamber Material: Stainless Steel vs Nickel-Clad → Current, state-of-the-art laboratory autoclave chambers are manufactured using stainless steel. In the past, autoclave manufacturers constructed sterilizers using nickel-clad, a highly corrosion-resistant material. The industry has shifted due to the rising cost of “cladding” over the last 10-15 years, heading in the direction of primarily 316L stainless steel. Why should you care? Because while stainless […]
12.16.13 4 Reasons Why Where Your Autoclave Is Manufactured Matters → From your car to the food you eat, it’s important to know where things come from. The same goes for autoclaves—you should be aware of where they are manufactured and how this can impact the overall value. In the U.S. market today, there are both foreign and domestic autoclave manufacturers. Autoclaves engineered and manufactured in the […]
