What Matters When Buying an Autoclave? 8 Factors to Consider Before You Buy Written by: Jason Thompson Purchasing an autoclave is a significant investment for any research facility, so it is important to work with the right autoclave manufacturing company. At Consolidated Sterilizer Systems, we take great pride in the autoclaves we build and believe these eight factors set us apart: Read more → Tweet Like Share
Why Your Autoclaves Are Wasting Water (and Money) and How To Stop It Written by: Scott Mechler Steam autoclaves (also referred to as sterilizers) are common and essential pieces of equipment in today’s microbiology and animal labs; however, they traditionally consume a significant amount of water. Read more → Tweet Like Share
Are You Risking Unnecessary Autoclave Downtime? Written by: Arthur Trapotsis Just like a car, your autoclave should receive routine maintenance to ensure that it works properly today, tomorrow, and for years to come. So, let’s investigate what this really means for laboratories looking to get the most out of their autoclaves. Read more → Tweet Like Share
CSS Announces Arthur Trapotsis to Present at The 2014 Turnkey Conference Written by: Jason Thompson Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is proud to announce that our President and CEO Arthur Trapotsis will be presenting at The 2014 Turnkey Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, taking place May 13-14 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Read more → Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Sterilizer Systems to Attend 64th AALAS Meeting Written by: Arthur Trapotsis Consolidated Sterilizer Systems will have a booth at this year’s 64th AALAS National Meeting in Baltimore, MD, from October 27-31. Read more → Tweet Like Share
8 Questions to Ask Before a Steam Sterilizer Installation Written by: Arthur Trapotsis At Consolidated Sterilizer Systems, we perform multiple sterilizer installations each week. There are a number of considerations to address on every installation. The following is a list of questions to ask prior to your sterilizer installation to ensure your facility is ready. 1. How am I going to get the sterilizer from the delivery truck […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Sterilizer Systems Announces New MiniBulk™ Large Sterilizer Written by: Amit Gupta July 10, 2013 , Boston, MA – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is pleased to announce the launch of their new large sterilizer, the MiniBulk. The MiniBulk accommodates a higher volume of contaminated material than a small or medium sterilizer, while taking up less space than a full bulk sterilizer. “The MiniBulk is essentially a happy medium between a […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Launches Line of Water Purification Systems Written by: Scott Mechler BOSTON, MA, FEBRUARY 25, 2013 – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems today announced the launch of their new line of water purification systems, spearheaded by the WPS-1200-RO and WPS-1200-DI. Consolidated’s Water Purification Systems help remove contaminants such as salts and minerals from inlet water, ensuring maximum uptime and low maintenance costs for sterilizers. The WPS-1200-RO reverse osmosis […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated CEO to Present Sustainable Sterilizer Systems Written by: Scott Mechler BOSTON, MA, OCTOBER 2, 2012 – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems announced today that Arthur Trapotsis, President and CEO, will be presenting innovative ideas on sustainable steam sterilizers at the 2012 International Conference on Sustainable Laboratories: Choosing the Right Equipment. His presentation is entitled: Green Autoclaves – Water Saving Designs and Practices for Steam Sterilizers. This 2012 […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Sterilizers Launches New, User-focused Website Written by: Arthur Trapotsis BOSTON, MA, AUGUST 13, 2012 – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems today announced the launch of their new, customer-focused website at www.consteril.com. consteril.com has been an online repository for information on Consolidated’s products, company news, and latest releases for the past several years. However, CEO Arthur Trapotsis decided it was time for a facelift as more customers […] Tweet Like Share
12.10.25 Introducing SterilSteam Sampler, The Steam Condensate Sampler for AAMI ST108 Compliance → Released in 2023, AAMI/ANSI ST108 establishes water quality requirements for water used in the cleaning, rinsing, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable medical devices. In addition to these requirements, ST108 mandates quarterly testing of steam condensate quality to ensure incoming steam does not stain instruments or pose a risk to patient safety. To help healthcare facilities […]
11.6.25 AAMI ST108 & Critical Water for Autoclaves: What ASCs Need to Know → A major step forward in patient safety, ANSI/AAMI ST108 establishes new minimum water quality requirements for water used in the cleaning, rinsing, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable medical devices. Despite providing guidance on water quality management for sterile processing, ST108 has also created confusion, especially regarding test protocols, water treatment, and critical water requirements. In […]
10.20.25 What Is an Autoclave Machine Really Used for? [Applications, Costs & More] → Autoclave machines are mission-critical equipment in a variety of industries, from healthcare to biotech, ensuring equipment and materials are sterilized and safe for use. Whether you’re considering purchasing an autoclave for a new facility, replacing a broken one, or expanding your current sterilization capacity, understanding the ins and outs of autoclave technology is key to […]
