COVID-19 Update: Consolidate Sterilizer Systems Staying Open Written by: Arthur Trapotsis 03/25/2020 Consolidated Sterilizer Systems will remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has designated 16 critical infrastructure sectors that are deemed to be crucial to the nation’s economy, security, and health. Consolidated is supporting our clients in the Healthcare and Public Health Sector. This Sector is vital to the economic […] Tweet Like Share
Covid-19 Pandemic: Face Mask Disinfection & Sterilization for Viruses Written by: Scott Mechler UPDATED 04/10/2020 New information regarding Covid-19, SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) and the reuse of N95 masks is being released at an increasing rate. CSS will attempt to update this page in a timely manner to reflect important changes. However, as information is rapidly changing, CSS is not able to guarantee that the information […] Tweet Like Share
An Automated Autoclave Process for Use in Determining Glassware Quality [USP 660] Written by: Amit Gupta Glass containers for pharmaceutical use are intended to come into direct contact with pharmaceutical products. The glass container manufacturing process directly results in the quality of glass produced. Certain types of glass are less durable than others and are therefore more susceptible to delamination of the interior of the glass container. If delamination occurs on […] Tweet Like Share
Leading Autoclave Manufacturer Awarded $140k Workforce Grant Written by: Jason Thompson January 31, 2020, (BILLERICA, MASS.) – Consolidated Sterilizer Systems was recently awarded a $143,500 grant by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as part of the Workforce Training Fund Program (WTFP). This funding presents an exciting opportunity for Consolidated to train their employees in many areas of the business. Employees will receive training in lean manufacturing, continuous […] Tweet Like Share
Why Water Quality is Important When Using a Steam Autoclave Written by: Scott Mechler Water is the lifeblood of a laboratory autoclave. The quality of water you use will drastically affect the lifespan of your autoclave chamber and steam generator, as well as the types of loads that you can sterilize. To understand why, let’s address seven common questions about water quality and how to improve it. Read more → Tweet Like Share
Laboratory Autoclaves That Are Built to Last Written by: Scott Mechler When choosing an autoclave to purchase, it’s important to select one that is designed for durability and built to last. Here at Consolidated Sterilizer Systems (CSS), we’ve manufactured over 14,000 state-of-the-art laboratory autoclaves since 1946 — some of the oldest of which are still in operation today. Take, for example, the autoclave pictured below. This […] Tweet Like Share
10 Items That Should Be on Every Autoclave Log Sheet [w/ Free Template!] Written by: Arthur Trapotsis There’s a well-known saying in the business world that “You can’t manage what you don’t measure”; this concept is true for sterilization cycles, as well. In order to ensure that each cycle meets the appropriate sterilization standards, multiple agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Organization for Safety and Asepsis Prevention […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Sterilizer Systems to Host Manufacturing Day Plant Event on October 4th for Billerica Community Written by: Arthur Trapotsis Program Designed to Expand Knowledge of Manufacturing, Improve Public Perception of Manufacturing Career Opportunities September 13, 2019 (BILLERICA, Mass.) – In celebration of Manufacturing Day 2019, Consolidated Sterilizer Systems (CSS) will open its doors on Oct. 4th to dozens of students and community members as part of an effort to change people’s perceptions about today’s […] Tweet Like Share
Discover Exciting Innovations with CSS at the 70th AALAS National Meeting Written by: Arthur Trapotsis It’s finally fall, which means the AALAS’s National Meeting is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited. This year, the Consolidated Sterilizer Systems team will be showcasing our state-of-the-art X1 sterilizer control system at booth number 545. Designed and programmed with “ease-of-use” in mind, the X1 Controller enables technicians to program up […] Tweet Like Share
Consolidated Sterilizer Systems Completes Challenging Autoclave Installation for Leading Medical Device Manufacturer Written by: Scott Mechler Project Name: Scientific Device Laboratory Type of Project: Custom Installation, Sterilizer Validation Sales Team: DAI Scientific Service Team: Amity Hospital Service The Client: Scientific Device Laboratory Scientific Device Laboratory is a Des Plaines, Illinois-based medical device manufacturer that applies its expertise in the fields of microbiology and specialty printing to the production of microscope slides, […] Tweet Like Share
5.29.26 Protect Your Sterilizer & Keep Your OR Running With SterilSource → For sterile processing teams at healthcare facilities, providing purified water for their autoclave has historically meant accepting tradeoffs around floor space, budget, and throughput. Ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and other, smaller healthcare facilities have felt this most acutely, with many having to choose between installing a bulky reverse osmosis (RO) system that takes up significant […]
5.28.26 Consolidated Sterilizer Systems Introduces SterilSource, a Premium Water Purification System for Healthcare Facilities and Life Science Labs → May 2026, Billerica, MA — Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is proud to announce the launch of SterilSource, a compact wall-mounted water purification system designed to meet the demanding water quality regulatory requirements of healthcare and life science environments. SterilSource is available in three configurations, offering scalable water treatment solutions from basic mineral and contaminant removal to […]
5.14.26 Consolidated Selected as Small Business Manufacturer by the University of California → What Set Us Apart Throughout the RFP process, Consolidated stood out for our: Relationship with UC, which predates this agreement, with many campuses already standardized on our autoclaves Low cost of ownership through non-proprietary parts and third-party service models, including local service Built-in water- and energy-saving features Support for both in-house and generator steam Custom […]
