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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.
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2 Material4 Number of Sinks4 Width2 Sink Style2 VoltageMaterial: 304 Stainless Steel, PolypropyleneNumber of Sinks: 1 Sink, 2 Sinks, 4 Sinks, 6 SinksWidth: 24", 48", 96", 144"Sink Style: Integral, Drop-InVoltage: 120 V, 240 V
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Stocked1 Material2 Configuration2 VoltageMaterial: 304 Stainless SteelConfiguration: Recirculating, Single-PassVoltage: 120 V, 240 V
StockedLaboratory Sink; 304 Stainless Steel, 19" W x 15" D x 15" H, Eagle (1373-25)$346Usually ships in 5 - 7 daysStocked
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Hand WasherHands-free faucet and soap dispensers meet aseptic protocol; many sizes accommodate one or multiple users
Mobile SinkSelf-contained sink station on casters; includes water supply and waste water reservoir
Pedestal SinkCompact, free-standing sinks with hidden plumbing and backsplash
Laboratory SinkFree-standing sink stations with deep basins and drainboards
Wall-Mount SinkIdeal for cleanroom and laboratories, these hands-free sinks also allow easy parts washing
Hand DryerULPA-filtered dryer eliminates particles, including microbes, from heated air stream; wall-hugging, sloping stainless steel housing minimize particle build-ups
Hand Washer/DryerIntegrated hands-free washing stations with HEPA-filtered dryer provide optional control of contaminants, including sub-micron microbes
- PolypropyleneOpaque (white) polypropylene resists most acids, alkalis, and solvents
- 304 Stainless SteelDurable; resistant to corrosion, chemicals/solvents, and rust. Making it the preferred material wherever frequent cleaning and sterilization are required.
Terra UniversalDesigned and manufactured by Terra Universal in the USA of domestic and imported materials.
Features and Benefits
Eagle Group Cleanroom USP 797 Sinks
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.
Hands-Free Sink and Hand Dryer Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel Hands-Free Sink and Hand Dryers minimize sources of microbial growth; built-in HEPA-filtered air blades (drop-in model shown).
HEPA-filterd Drying
Captures sub-micron particles and germs that can spread infection.
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Portable Hand-Washing Sink Station- Free-Standing Double Compartment Sink
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Portable Hand Washing Sink Stations feature onboard water tanks and battery-powered fixtures for true mobile operation in critical environments | 9608-01 displayed Portable Hand-Washing Sink 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.
Double-Compartment Free-Standing Laboratory Sinks feature a large basin, dual drainboards and a 10” backsplash (faucets sold separately) | 1373-24 displayed Free-Standing Double Compartment Sink These 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 displayed Wall-Mount Laboratory Sink These 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.
PureDry™ Single-Pass Hand Dryers feature motion-activated drying and a wide ULPA filter for quickly drying arm-length gloves | 3333-00 displayed 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 Hand Dryers feature ULPA filtration and an integral air return that captures moisture PureDry Recirculating Cleanroom Hand Dryer PureDry™ 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 steel Cleanroom Sink and Drying Station This integrated hands-free sink and hand dryer is specifically designed for use in critical cleanroom and gowning room environments.
Ideal for the gowning portion of the cleanroom | 9600-60C displayed Hand Washer and Dryer Ideal 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.
Technical Resources
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Gowning Procedures
Proper gowning protocol supports compliance with cleanliness standards. We explain and demonstrate these recommendations.
