Fast, Safe Drying Where Tiny Particles Create Big Problems
In a particle-sensitive environment, PureDry™ helps to eliminate contamination problems by reducing the number of airborne particles and germs that can settle on PC boards, chemical solutions, biological cultures, and other sensitive materials.
Unlike conventional drying towels, it ensures fast, thorough drying without contact with foreign media that can shed particles and harbor germs. A brushless motor eliminates carbon contaminants for ultra-clean operation. Its upstream heater warms the air stream before it passes through an ULPA filter and on to the drying area. This noncontaminating operation is especially crucial in cleanrooms and bio-cleanrooms that call for strict environmental controls. The PureDry also eliminates waste disposal and/or laundering costs associated with towel drying.
Select the germ-free recirculating air design to minimize turbulence that can adversely affect cleanroom air circulation and contain particles that may fall from hands or gloves. As the heated, filtered air stream passes downward, it is captured in a collection area (along with moisture and contaminants) and routed back through the heater/filter/blower module. This model thus has almost no impact on the cleanliness, moisture level, or air flow of the surrounding area. And outside air—a potential source of contaminants—is not drawn into the PureDry's filtered airstream. As such, the filter lasts the lifetime of the dryer.
The wall-mount, single-pass design offers the same ULPA filtration and advanced clean motor technology at lower cost. It also eliminates the chance of water droplets that fall from hands to be drawn into the make-up air flow, minimizing the risk of fouling the filter. Filter replacement is suggested every six months to maintain cleanliness. On both units a photo cell allows hands-free operation, and the extended exposure area of the PureDry provides ample space to dry elbow-length gloves. The all-stainless steel housing is compatible with cleanroom requirements. Its space-efficient design and low cost make it ideal for many applications, from pharmaceutical laboratories to semiconductor manufacturing plants to hospitals.
Hand Dryers or Germ Incubators?
We’re used to seeing standard hand dryers in a host of locations, from restaurants to research labs. Do they provide clean performance?
In most cases, no. In fact, they’re often more prolific sources of contamination, including microbial exposure, than paper towels. A June 24, 2014 Wall Street Journal article ("Paper or Power: Nothing Cut and Dried About Hand Washing in Restrooms") details the germ-laden issues common with most commercial hand-dryers.
The reason: non-filtered, high-capacity hand dryers concentrate contaminants inside motor, impeller and heating components. Potentially dirty room air is being draw into the dryer to blow directly on hands or gloves. Although heat may kill some germs, it is rarely hot enough, and exposure time is rarely long enough, to do the job effectively. In fact, the combination of heat and moisture inside the component housing often creates ideal conditions for incubation, turning standard hand dryers into germ factories.
Particulate or germicidal contaminants commonly exit the dryer in higher concentrations than they exist in ambient air. Worse, because hands or gloves are wet when they enter the airstream, contaminants may cling to surfaces, leaving them dirtier than they were before washing.
All things considered, a micro-filtered hand dryer is the only drying equipment that makes sense, particularly in a cleanroom, medical facility, or laboratory.
Terra’s Cleanroom Hand Dryers incorporate Ultra-Low Penetration Air (ULPA) filters rated 99.999% efficient at removing particles ≥ 0.12 microns in diameter. Effective micro-filtration, along with clean component selection and airflow engineering, makes these the ideal systems for cleanrooms from ISO 4 – 8.
Durable; resistant to corrosion, chemicals/solvents, and rust. Making it the preferred material wherever frequent cleaning and sterilization are required.
These stainless steel pedestal sinks feature a hands-free design and smooth welding that helps prevent cross-contamination, ideal for meeting USP 797 requirements.
BioSafe Wall-Mount Cleanroom and Laboratory Sinks
Wall-Mount Sinks meet strict cleanroom and laboratory cleanliness standards. Fabricated from Type 304 stainless steel, these sinks include motion-activated faucets and soap dispensers.
PureDry Single-Pass Cleanroom Hand Dryer
PureDry™ Single-Pass Hand Dryers feature motion-activated drying and a wide ULPA filter for quickly drying arm-length gloves or long instruments.
PureDry Recirculating Cleanroom Hand Dryer
PureDry™ Recirculating Hand Dryers feature ULPA filtration and an integral air return that captures moisture and reduces turbulence.
Stainless Steel Portable Hand Washing Station
This mobile sink station is fully self-contained: an onboard water tank provides fresh water for rinsing and a carboy collects waste water. The hands-free faucet and soap dispenser detect motion with IR beams.
Compact and Hygienic Design
Stainless steel hands-free sink and dryer station minimizes sources of microbial growth. With a combined hand washer and dryer, there's no need for users to move to a separate drying area, so no water is dripped on the floor. The space saving design also gives extra space for additional stations or equipment.
Dyson Airblade with HEPA-filtered Drying
Mess-free Dyson Airblade lets you wash and dry hands at the sink. Sheets of high-velocity air dry hands in just 14 seconds. HEPA filter captures sub-micron particles and germs that can spread infection.
Manufacturer, Distributor and Service Provider
Terra is not just a product manufacturer, we provide a suite of services to help our customers navigate the complex process of ensuring their equipment is operational
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Hand Washers & Dryers
PureDry Single-Pass Cleanroom Hand Dryer
PureDry Recirculating Cleanroom Hand Dryer
Cleanroom Sink and Drying Station
Free-Standing Double Compartment Sink
Wall-Mount Laboratory Sink
Portable Hand-Washing Sink Station
Hand Washer and Dryer
Hands-Free Cleanroom Wash Stations for Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation Facility
PureDry™ Single-Pass Hand Dryers feature motion-activated drying and a wide ULPA filter for quickly drying arm-length gloves | 3333-00 displayedPureDry Single-Pass Cleanroom Hand DryerPureDry™ Single-Pass Hand Dryers feature motion-activated drying and a wide ULPA filter for quickly drying arm-length gloves or long instruments.
PureDry™ Recirculating Hand Dryers feature ULPA filtration and an integral air return that captures moisturePureDry Recirculating Cleanroom Hand DryerPureDry™ Recirculating Hand Dryers feature ULPA filtration and an integral air return that captures moisture and reduces turbulence.
Integrated Hand Washer/Dryer Stations shown in stainless steelCleanroom Sink and Drying StationThis integrated hands-free sink and hand dryer is specifically designed for use in critical cleanroom and gowning room environments.
Double-Compartment Free-Standing Laboratory Sinks feature a large basin, dual drainboards and a 10” backsplash (faucets sold separately) | 1373-24 displayedFree-Standing Double Compartment SinkThese wall-mount and free-standing laboratory sinks feature Type 304 stainless steel construction with smooth, seamless welding and coved corners, ideal for aseptic facilities; all sinks are NSF-certified.
Wall-Mount Laboratory Sinks feature a marine (no-drip) edge, seamless welding and include a gooseneck faucet | 1373-25 displayedWall-Mount Laboratory SinkThese wall-mount and free-standing laboratory sinks feature Type 304 stainless steel construction with smooth, seamless welding and coved corners, ideal for aseptic facilities; all sinks are NSF-certified.
Portable Hand Washing Sink Stations feature onboard water tanks and battery-powered fixtures for true mobile operation in critical environments | 9608-01 displayedPortable Hand-Washing Sink StationThis mobile sink station is fully self-contained: an onboard water tank provides fresh water for rinsing and a carboy collects waste water. The hands-free faucet and soap dispenser detect motion with IR beams.
Ideal for the gowning portion of the cleanroom | 9600-60C displayedHand Washer and DryerIdeal for the gowning portion of the cleanroom, Terra’s cleanroom sinks offer touchless operation for compliance with aseptic protocols; shown with integrated HEPA-filtered hand dryer.
Hands-free cleanroom wash stations for pharmaceutical drug preparation facility; Dyson Airblade washer and HEPA filtered dryer; automatic soap dispenser | 9600-63C displayedHands-Free Cleanroom Wash Stations for Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation FacilityHands-free cleanroom wash stations for pharmaceutical drug preparation facility features Dyson’s Airblade with combined washer and HEPA filtered hand dryer. BioSafe® design features a smooth and easy-to-clean, continuous-seam welded sink top with no exposed cracks or crevices to harbor contaminants.