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Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

OPAL | Strategic Acquisition Center

10300 Spotsylvania Ave | STE 400 Fredericksburg VA 22408-2697

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Michael Andrews michael.andrews6@va.gov 678-428-5319

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

POSTAL CODE

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AGENCY CONTACT’S EMAIL ADDRESS

EMAIL DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

1.0 DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment (NX) National Program has identified the Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal product line as candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as “national”) single Requirement’s contract award.

The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources. The period of performance will consist of a base of 12-months with four 12-month option periods from the date of award.

The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to manufacture Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Brand Name or Equal (BNOE) single award Requirements contract for this requirement IAW with FAR 16.503. Vendors will be required to deliver Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 750 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that “All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting an offer or quotation.” You may access the SAM website at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. All quoters must be certified as with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) database, at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ at the time of quote submission.

This notice is for planning purpose only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This RFI is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes.

2.0 SCOPE

Endoscope drying cabinets are specifically designed to remove moisture from endoscopes following high-level disinfection (HLD) and provide a controlled environment to store endoscopes. The cabinets promote efficient drying of internal lumens and external surfaces while providing protected storage. The cabinet utilizes a continuous flow of instrument grade air that represents a higher filtration standard to ensure optimal air quality within the cabinet environment. Effective endoscope drying is essential to the prevention of bacterial transmission and hospital-acquired infections. These cabinets are typically manufactured using materials (e.g., stainless steel, polypropylene, acrylic) that permit ease of cleaning. Horizontal Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal use mesh baskets or cassettes to store and secure endoscopes from swinging and striking other surfaces that could lead to damage and contamination. They are available in single door or pass through versions. Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal allow for user and endoscope tracking and data export to help prevent endoscope handling by unauthorized personnel, to track compliance with endoscope management policies, to facilitate contact tracing in cases of possible cross-contamination, and to prevent theft.

VA estimates the following quantities during the 60-months ordering period:

Vendors who propose brands that meet all the salient characteristics (SCs) below should provide that information in the chart below in their response to this Sources Sought Notice.

CLINS

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinets - Horizontal which meet all the following Salient Characteristics (SCs):

CLINs 0001 - 0008 apply SC’s

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Steelco

For each product the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the SCs specified above. The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the SCs. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:

1. Full name and address of company

1. DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE

1. Business Size

1. Manufacturer or Distributor

3. If distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer.

1. Country of Origin designation for all products.

1. Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale.

1. Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics (if submitting an “or-equal” item).

1. Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.

1. All small business, VOSB, SDVOSB distributors shall provide a valid letter of authorization from the manufacturer of the product/brand that you intend to offer. The letter shall be printed on the manufacturers letter head and be no older than 6 months old. The letter shall also clearly state how long your agreement is place with the manufacturer, e.g., 6 month, 4 years, expires 4 years from XXX, end of 2025, etc. The letter shall also be signed by a legally, authorized representative of the manufacturer.

Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement.

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Endodry.pdf

EFFICIENT PASS-THRU DRYING

WITH MINIMAL HANDLING

ENDODRY™

Endoscope Drying & Storage Cabinet

A COMPLETE DRYING SYSTEM

Designed with a compact footprint, the cabinet promotes efficient drying of internal lumens and external surfaces and provides protected storage of patient-ready endoscopes.

Minimize handling of endoscopes while meeting recommendations for unidirectional processing with the ENDODRY Endoscope Drying and

Storage Cabinet.

Chamber fans re-circulate

Fresh compressed filtered air

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EFFICIENT DRYING, RELIABLE STORAGE

Helps eliminate residual moisture and reduce microbial growth with the flow of instrument-grade compressed air

Maintains the status of a patient-ready endoscope for up to 31 days2

Assists with the endoscope drying process in one hour for the internal channels and in three hours for external surfaces2

Protects endoscope inventory with locking doors

CLEANASCOPE™

ADVANTAGE

Transport Carts

MEDIVATORS™

ADVANTAGE PLUS™

Automated Endoscope Reprocessors

ENDODRY™

Drying & Storage System

ADVANTAGE Cassettes are compatible with:

Help prevent cross-contamination and reduce the potential for damage with

ADVANTAGE Transport

Cassettes that support transport through the reprocessing cycle with minimal handling.

LESS CONTAMINATION

LESS HANDLING =

Endoscope goes in from AER

Comes out Patient-Ready

SUPPORTS

UNIDIRECTIONAL

WORKFLOWS

As standards evolve, STERIS is at the forefront of innovative product development to meet your reprocessing needs.

ANSI/AAMI ST91:2021 and

AORN guidelines recommend unidirectional processing and separate work areas to help reduce the risk of cross-contamination after reprocessing.1 The ENDODRY

Cabinet’s pass-thru model with two doors meets the latest recommendations.

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Incorporating STERIS products into every phase of your endoscope reprocessing will help improve department efficiency, reduce the risk of cross-contamination and provide reliable outcomes.

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SMART INFORMATION

MANAGEMENT

• Pair with ADVANTAGE PLUS AERs to facilitate data transfer on endoscope status between the two devices

• Alert users that the endoscope has not completed a successful

HLD cycle in the AER, supporting compliance

• Help reduce cross-contamination by not allowing an endoscope to enter the cabinet if it was removed from the

AER for an hour or more

SMART Connect software in the cabinet allows it to:

COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

DISPLAY for quick identification of endoscope storage time

INTERNAL

LED LIGHTS

provide instant system status identification

BARCODE SCANNER

for ease of endoscope and operator identification

EASY IDENTIFICATION

steris.com Mentor, OH 44060 | USA

© 2023 STERIS. All Rights Reserved. M11972EN.2023-10, Rev.D

VISIT WWW.STERIS.COM/ENDODRY

or contact your STERIS representative for more information.

1. ANSI/AAMI ST91: 2021 Flexible and semi-rigid endoscope processing in health care facilities. Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. 2022.

2. Perumpail, Ryan B. et al. Endoscope reprocessing: Comparison of drying effectiveness and microbial levels with an automated drying and storage cabinet with forced filtered air and a standard storage cabinet. American Journal of Infection Control, Volume 47, Issue 9, 1083-1089.

ENDODRY CABINETS FOR MEDIVATORS ADVANTAGE PLUS AER PLATFORMS

PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

DRY-2001 Pass-Thru Cabinet with Operator Door Opening Left and User Door Opening Left

DRY-2002 Pass-Thru Cabinet with Operator Door Opening Right and User Door Opening Left

DRY-2003 Pass-Thru Cabinet with Operator Door Opening Left and User Door Opening Right

DRY-2004 Pass-Thru Cabinet with Operator Door Opening Right and User Door Opening Right

DRY-1001 Single-Sided Cabinet with Door Opening Left

DRY-1002 Single-Sided Cabinet with Door Opening Right

ENDODRY CABINETS FOR DSD AER PLATFORMS

DRY-1003 Single-Sided Cabinet with Door Opening Left

DRY-1004 Single-Sided Cabinet with Door Opening Right

TRANSPORT CASSETTE

CAS-1000 Endoscope Transport Cassette

ENDODRY Endoscope Drying & Storage Cabinets Ordering Information

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ED Series Endoscope drying and storage cabinets

Steelco Endoscope drying and storage cabinets ED Series

Customization.

Innovation.

Excellence.

Driven by customer needs Steelco is a leading infection control solution provider, supplying the healthcare, laboratory research and pharma sectors. Active in over 100 countries, Steelco has equipped numerous world renowned hospitals and counts among its customers household names in the laboratory, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors.

Driven by customer feedback, Steelco develops, manufactures and supplies solutions that maximize infection control, safety, optimize processes and minimize costs. Already a leader in innovation in areas such as automation, the integration within the Miele organization has provided additional boost in technological development.

Steelco provides technical service and user training courses at the Steelco Academy as well as at customer sites.

Our optional remote diagnostics capabilities and worldwide team of factory trained engineers ensure that you receive the service support you need to cost effectively maximize the uptime of your equipment.

Steelco ED Series Storage and logistics for flexible endoscopes

Small Endoscopy Clinics Steelco drying cabinets are designed to store flexible endoscopes, and respond to the needs of both small clinics and endoscopy departments of big hospitals dealing with significantly high throughput.

The wide range available allows our customers to make a tailor-made choice based on their environment and workflow:

horizontal or vertical storage of endoscopes, door opening to the right or to the left, barcode / RFID options for the recognition of the operator and instrument. Steelco offers a holistic approach to respond to all safety aspects even in small clinics.

The ED 100 and ED 150 models introduce the Steelco series, and are also available in a double door version for pass-through applications.

Integration of Endoscope Reprocessing in CSSD Thanks to the flexible configuration of the ED series, Steelco offers turnkey solutions also for those hospitals that have decided to centralize the endoscopy reprocessing activity inside their CSSDs. The ideal choice to boost hospital efficacy by exploiting synergies linked to personnel training and availability.

The ED 200, ED 250, ED 200 S devices - in their pass-through versions - respond to the need for separate and high-productivity areas, and provide the complete traceability of endoscopes thanks to the SteelcoData software.

ED 150 ED 200 ED 250 ED 200 SED 100

• Horizontal storage

• Single or double door/s 8 endoscopes capacity

• Vertical storage

• Double cabinet configuration 9 or 18 endoscopes capacity

8 or 16 endoscopes

• Vertical storage

9 or 18 endoscopes

• Double cabinet option

• OCS technology 8 or 16 endoscopes

ED Series Aseptic vertical and horizontal drying and storage for flexible endoscopes

Process Quality Focus

One-time Connection System

Safety & E�ciency Workflow

Layout Optimization Solutions

Endoscope reprocessing without compromises!

Yet another step forward to ensure endoscopes reprocessing to be fast, error-proof and with the minimum risk of cross-contamination: the OCS system is a one-time connection shared between prewashing, washing/disinfection, and drying/ storage devices.

A fast, safe and user-friendly technology that minimizes endoscopes handling in all the phases of the process.

Solutions to maximize efficiency while decreasing the risk of cross contamination, created around operators to assist them in their daily work routines.

The goal is to streamline the workflow, providing ergonomic, safe and user-friendly systems for the reprocessing of endoscopes, including smart connections and a complete line of transport trolleys and accessories.

Following effective cleaning and disinfection in an automated endoscope reprocessor and maintaining the microbiologiocal integrity of endoscopes during storage is fundamental in reducing cross contamination risks. Steelco ensures this in a number of ways.

Tailored customization – horizontal or vertical storage, a scope capacity of up to 18 endoscopes, single or double interlocked doors for pass-through versions – combined with HEPA H14 drying efficacy, and full traceability provide optimal performance and workflow optimization.

Steelco ED series has been independently validated by european certified laboratories for maintaining aseptic integrity up to 720 or 840 hours (depending on each specific model), providing you with greater safety when storing your endoscopes.

Optimal drying of the external surface of endoscopes and internal channels thanks to HEPA H14 and 0,2 micron filters and the optional indirect UV light air treatment.

Thanks to its flexbile configuration, the ED series has been developed to fulfill the needs of every department and workflow. Single or double door configurations, flexible door opening to the right or to the left, double cabinets with a common technical area, vertical or horizontal storage and frontal access for easy maintenance.

Plug & play systems for easy installations.

Key Advantages a winning combination

Designed to comply with latest standards:

European Directive for Medical Devices:

• 2017/745 (EU) Medical Device Regulation (MDR)

Technical norms and standards:

• UNI EN 16442 Controlled environment storage cabinet for processed thermolabile endoscopes

Horizontal drying and storage cabinets

Transport trolleys To improve and maximize safety, thus reducing cross contamination risk while moving the endoscope across GI dirty and clean paths. The T361 trolley is equipped with 4 standard shelves for transporting trays or cassettes, as an option it can reach up to 6 shelves.

ED 100

+ LED display

+ 8 levels capacity, up to 9 levels as an option

+ Mesh baskets with lower trays for water dripping

+ Single door or pass through versions

+ HST temperate double glass hinged doors can be configured with right or left opening

ED 200

+ Touch screen display with

+ 8 endoscopes capacity, 16 endoscopes for double cabinet version*

+ Endoscope cassettes or mesh baskets with lower trays for water dripping

+ Integrated printer

+ SteelcoData Live & Ares

* 9 levels capacity as an option only for stainless steel mesh trays version

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Air filtering The ED range is fitted with HEPA H14 and 0,2 micron filters for ultimate safety. Built in air compressor or connection to external medical compressed air depending on model configuration.

Flow rates monitored in individual scopes depending on cabinet model.

Convenient access to ease filters changing procedures.

Microbiological integrity Steelco ED series has been independently validated by european certified laboratories for maintaining aseptic integrity up to 720 or 840 hours (depending on each specific model), providing you with greater safety when storing your endoscopes.

Channel connection Endoscope connection can be automatic with plastic cassettes or manual with stainless steel trays and CPC connectors.

Barcode or RFID option Faster endoscope and operator recognition through barcode or RFID reader options.

Not available for ED 100.

UV light treatment Indirect UV drying air treatment as an option.

Safety accessories To best ensure safety and efficiency the whole workflow needs to be considered.

Among others, Steelco can indeed provide storage cassettes compatible with T361 transport cart, soiled (red) or clean (white) endoscope transport bags, red/green tamper proof seals for easy endoscope status identification.

Steelco has developed a suite of different tailor-made solutions to ensure you have the information you need on the performance of your endoscopy, the cycles they are running as well as full traceability of flexible endoscopes.

• SteelcoData Live for the machine and cycle traceability

• SteelcoData Ares for the complete endoscope reprocessing traceability

Vertical drying and storage cabinets

ED 150

+ LED Display

+ 9 endoscopes capacity, 18 endoscopes capacity for double cabinet version

+ HST temperate double glass hinged door can be configured with right or left opening

ED 250

+ 9 endoscopes capacity, 18 endoscopes capacity for

+ Light inside the chamber as an option

SteelcoData Live & Ares Management & traceability system

Manual endoscope connection with CPC connectors.

The sliding holder design allows easy access from either side of the cabinet in a compact footprint.

Not available for ED 150.

by european certified laboratories for maintaining aseptic integrity up to 720 or 840 hours (depending on each specific model), providing you with greater safety when storing your endoscopes.

Endoscope status The software monitors the status of the endoscopes thanks to colour coded alerts.

Drying

Available for use

Storage time pre expiry alarm

Storage time limit expired micron filters for ultimate safety. Built in air compressor or connection to external medical compressed air depending on model configuration.

ED 200 S

Horizontal drying and storage cabinets with OCS system

Key features

+ 8 endoscoscopes capacity, 16 scopes capacity for

+ Sliding shelves with stainless steel trays

+ Fully accessible female OCS connection for an ergonomic and effortless endoscope connection and disconnection, and to minimize endoscope handling

+ Direct connection to external medical grade compressed air

+ AERs "S" series baskets fully compatible with ED 200 S

OCS One-Time Connection System Steelco OCS One-Time Connection System has been studied as a unique endoscope connector following the endoscope during all the reprocessing steps. This allows the user to connect the endoscope just once, starting with the semi automation of manual cleaning.

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Sliding levels with fully accessible female OCS connections. This fast, ergonomic, and user-friendly technology allows one-time endoscope handling and channel connection, simultaneously ensuring three times faster connection.

Flexible washing cart configuration depending on the "S" model of AER chosen.

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micron filters for ultimate safety. Built in air compressor or connection to external medical compressed air depending on model configuration.

by european certified laboratories for maintaining aseptic integrity up to 840 hours (depending on each specific model), providing you with greater safety when storing your endoscopes.

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Dimensions Layouts and configurations

Model single device Overall dimensions WxDxH Single door

ED 100/1

mm 712 786 1905 inches 28 1/16 30 15/16 75

ED 150/1

mm 968 810 2270 inches 38 1/8 31 7/8 89 3/8

ED 200/1

mm 968 810 1908 inches 38 1/8 31 7/8 75 1/8

ED 200/1 S

mm 968 810 1908 inches 38 1/8 31 7/8 75 1/8

ED 250/1

mm 968 810 2270 inches 38 1/8 31 7/8 89 3/8

Double door

ED 100/2

mm 712 837 1905 inches 28 1/16 32 15/16 75

ED 150/2

mm 968 845 2270 inches 38 1/8 33 1/4 89 3/8

ED 200/2

mm 968 845 1908 inches 38 1/8 33 1/4 75 1/8

ED 200/2 S

mm 968 845 1908 inches 38 1/8 33 1/4 75 1/8

ED 250/2

mm 968 845 2270 inches 38 1/8 33 1/4 89 3/8

Model combined device Overall dimensions WxDxH Single door

ED 150/3

mm 1713 810 2270 inches 67 7/16 31 7/8 89 3/8

ED 200/3

mm 1705 810 1908 inches 67 1/8 31 7/8 75 1/8

ED 200/3 S

mm 1705 810 1908 inches 67 1/8 31 7/8 75 1/8

ED 250/3

mm 1705 810 2270 inches 67 1/8 31 7/8 89 3/8

Double door

ED 200/4

mm 1705 845 1908 inches 67 1/8 33 1/4 75 1/8

ED 200/4 S

mm 1705 845 1908 inches 67 1/8 33 1/4 75 1/8

ED 250/4

mm 1705 845 2270 inches 67 1/8 33 1/4 89 3/8

3D design to meet the needs of every facility

Steelco provides a 3D design service that includes the analysis and the study of layouts, workflows and productivity, both for brand new installations and for the renovation or refurbishment of already existing ones.

STEELCO - Miele Group Member Headquarters:

Via Balegante, 27 - 31039 Riese Pio X (TV) - Italy Ph. +39 0423 7561 Fax +39 0423 755528 info@steelcogroup.com www.steelcogroup.com

Branches:

STEELCO AUSTRIA

Wals-Siezenheim, Austria info-at@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO BELGIUM

Mollem, Belgium info-be@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO BENELUX

Vianen, Netherlands info-benelux@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO CHINA

Shanghai, China info-cn@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO FRANCE

Paris, France info-fr@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO GERMANY

Gütersloh, Germany info-de@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO HUNGARY

Budapest, Hungary info-hu@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO MEXICO

CDMX, Mexico info-mx@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO NORDIC

Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark info-nordic@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO NORGE

Nesbru, Norway info-no@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO SPAIN

Madrid, Spain info-es@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO SWITZERLAND

Spreitenbach, Switzerland info-ch@steelcogroup.com

STEELCO USA

West Palm Beach, USA info-usa@steelcogroup.com

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Steelco Endoscope Drying Storage 2022.pdf company profile and product range

Drying & Storage Of Flexible Endoscopes

Steelco USA Inc., 7354 Central Industrial Dr., West Palm Beach FL, 33404

Applicable Standards & Guidelines

Drying & Storage Equipment

Steelco ARES Endoscope Reprocessing Equipment

Documentation & Traceability

ANSI / AAMI ST91:2021

Flexible and semi-rigid endoscope reprocessing in health care facilities

AORN Guideline for processing flexible endoscopes

Published Guidelines and Standards in US

SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses & Associates Standards of Infection Prevention in Reprocessing Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes

IAHCSMM

Endoscope Reprocessing Manual

Common Statements in US-Standards

• Endoscopes need to be dried before use or storage

• Storage in a clean and dry, well-ventilated area

• Vertical / hanging storage position or as per manufacturers recommendations

• No contact with other scopes to avoid cross-contamination

• Distal tip to not touch the bottom of the cabinet

• Follow instrument manufacturers’ IFU

Endoscope Drying And Storage Cabinet Evaluation Criteria

• Active scope & channel drying / purging

• Air filtration / treatment

• Drying time

• Monitoring of critical parameters

• Ergonomic handling

• Storage position and loading capacity

• Traceability & connectivity

• Space & utility requirements

Key Features of state-of-the-art Storage Cabinets

• Active channel drying / purging with medical grade air

• HEPA filtered air

• Designed for ergonomic use and easy to clean

• Monitoring of process critical parameters

• Lockable door(s)

• Improving storage conditions vs. conventional storage

Key Features of High-End Storage Cabinets

• Traceability for instruments, users and storage time

• Monitoring / verification of channel purging air flow

• Barcode / RFID technology

• Pass-thru design availability

• Documentation & connectivity

• Plug & Play solution

• Monitoring of air filtration & treatment

Horizontal vs Vertical Storage Drying Cabinets

• Built-in channel purging system allows horizontal placement

• Improved ergonomics

• Touchless transfer of instrument from AER into cabinet

• Compatibility with transport containers

• Coiling memory effect damages vs. stretch / hanging damages

• Compact design and reduced footprint

Steelco is the industry leader for innovative reprocessing solutions for flexible endoscopes. Our ARES equipment product range is offering:

• EPW 100 automated system assisting manual cleaning

• Pre-cleaning sinks designed for flexible endoscopes

• EW automated endoscope reprocessors for 1-3 scopes*

• SafeCase for automated TEE-probe reprocessing*

• ED endoscope drying and storage cabinets

• OCS One Connector System for EPW, EW and ED*

• Transport solutions for flexible endoscopes

• Steelco Data ARES track & tracing software

• Partnership with Olympus on various levels

• Project planning & design team

• Field Service & customer support

* Not available in US

ED-Series Drying & Storage Cabinets For Flexible Endoscopes

A complete product portfolio matching your needs and preferences

ED Series Drying & Storage Cabinet For Flexible Endoscopes

Cabinet Models Vertical / Hanging Storage:

ED 150-1 Capacity of 9 flexible endoscopes

ED 150-2 Pass-thru model, capacity of 9 flexible endoscopes

ED 150-3 Double chamber, capacity of 18 flexible endoscopes

ED 150-4 Double chamber, pass-thru model, capacity of 18 flexible endoscopes

ED 250-1 Capacity of 9 flexible endoscopes

ED 250-2 Pass-thru model, capacity of 9 flexible endoscopes

ED 250-3 Double chamber, capacity of 18 flexible endoscopes

ED 250-4 Double chamber, pass-thru model, capacity of 18 flexible endoscopes

Cabinet Models Horizontal Storage:

ED 100-1 Capacity of 8 flexible endoscopes

ED 100-2 Pass-thru model, capacity of 9 flexible endoscopes

ED 200-1 Capacity of 8 flexible endoscopes

ED 200-2 Pass-thru model, capacity of 8 flexible endoscopes

ED 200-3 Double chamber, capacity of 16 flexible endoscopes

ED 200-4 Double chamber, pass-thru model, capacity of 16 flexible endoscopes

Standard Features On All Models:

• Stainless steel construction with sealed full-glass doors

• Automatic door lock

• Microprocessor or PLC controlled with HMI Interface

• Heated drying with adjustable temperature, HEPA class H14 filtered

• UV-light treatment of drying air

• On-board air compressor producing medical grade compressed air

• Monitoring of all critical storage parameters

• Adjustable dry times and temperatures

• Compatible with all brands, models and types of flexible endoscopes

Monitoring of all process critical parameters:

• Temperature level in cabinet

• Integrity of filters, UV-light, heaters, compressor and fan

• Complete door closing

Additional parameters monitored on ED200 & 250 models:

• Storage time

• Air flow through endoscope channels

• Verification of proper connection of endoscope to channel purging circuit

• Instrument and operator ID

• Humidity monitoring available as option

Air treatment technology:

• Two stage air filtration system with HEPA H14 class filter

• Indirect UV-light air treatment

• Positive pressure maintained with doors open

• Built-in air heater with adjustable temperature

• Temperature sensors with thermal cut-off

• Built-in compressor for medical grade air

• Sealed door to prevent heat loss

• Efficient energy use

• Connection to local venting system available

Additional Characteristics:

• 120 V single phase electrical connection (x2 for -3/-4 models)

• No other utilities required

• Service friendly technical compartment in upper portion of device

• Preventative maintenance / filter changes can be done by hospital biomed department

• 6 month life time guarantee on HEPA filters

• Independently validated and for aseptic storage of 750h

ED 100 / 150 Series Control panel:

• LED Display showing actual temperature in cabinet

• Three drying programs available (timed or continuous)

• Error / Alarm codes

• Programming customized cycles

• Parameter adjustments

• No documentation / traceability features

ED 200/250 Series Control panel:

• Color touchscreen HMI

• Instrument ID and status of loaded endoscopes

• Full text error / alarms

• Instrument and operator database

• Programming customized cycles

• Parameter adjustments

• Remote service available

• Full traceability of cycles, instruments and operators

ED 150 & 250 Series Drying & Storage Cabinet For Flexible Endoscopes

Cabinet Design Hanging Storage:

• Pull-out drawers holding three endoscopes each

• Instrument supports for vertical storage position

• Fixed supports for distal tip and supply plug

• Adjustable supports for distal tube and supply cable

• Perforated drip tray on bottom of each drawer

• Individual compressed air purging connection for each scope

• Ergonomic loading / unloading also for longer instruments

• Pass-thru configuration available for all models

ED 150 & 250 Series Drying & Storage Cabinet For Flexible Endoscopes

Supports assuring save and hygienic storage:

• Flexible setup to support all types and lengths

• Specific support for bronchoscopes available

• Meets storage requirements of all applicable standards

• No contact of instrument parts with cabinet bottom

ED 100 & 200 Series Drying & Storage Cabinet For Flexible Endoscopes

Cabinet Design Horizontal Storage:

• Storage shelves with removable endoscope trays

• Dedicated drip trays for each storage level

• OCS – connector compatibility

• Endoscope trays compatible with transport cassettes

• Improved ergonomics compared to hanging storage

Endoscope Transport Solutions:

• T361 Transport Trolley

• Completely in stainless steel with two swing doors

• Closed system to eliminate cross contamination

• Capacity of 4 cassettes

• Can be reprocessed in washer disinfector

Endoscope Transport Solutions:

• 9991504 white endoscope transport cassette

• ED100030 & 100031 transport bags

• 99912046 tamper proof seals for color identification

• Cassettes heat resistant up to 60°C

Standard Documentation & Traceability Features of ED 200 & 250 models:

Instrument Database:

• Brand, model, type and serial number of endoscopes in hospital inventory

• Use of internal hospital code as device name

• Assigned barcode or RFID tag (compatible with existing barcodes, i.e. Cantel)

• Easy process to add loaner endoscopes or assign temporary tags

• Database management directly on device screen or through SteelcoData ARES

User / Operator Database:

• User name or code and assigned barcode or RFID tag

Physician / Patient Codes:

• Barcode with physician / patient data

Standard Documentation & Traceability Features of ED 200 & 250 models:

Recorded Data:

• Date / Time of loading & unloading of instrument

• Operator loading & unloading the instrument

• Time in storage

• Temperature

• Any alarms during storage time

• Optional: patient and / or physician ID

ED 200 & 250 data logging via barcode scanner or RFID reader available as option

Process Traceability And Record Management with SteelcoDATA

• ED 250 cabinet is connected to hospital network through Ethernet interface

• SteelcoDATA license installed on PC connected to hospital network

• Individual IP address is assigned to each ED250 cabinet

• Cycle data is received every time an instrument is unloaded

• Data is converted to .txt / .xml or .pdf format

• Data is saved in designated destination on hospital network

• Database on PC with browse & search function, alarm statistics and real-time view

• One license for up to 10 ED cabinets

• Integration of storage data to other supervisor software systems possible

Reprocessing of Connector Sets:

• Periodical disinfection / sterilization recommended

• Heat resistant up to 70°C

• Reprocessing in washer disinfector

• Compatible with low temperature sterilization

Preventative Maintenance & Service:

• Service access friendly design for all models

• PM parts kits

• Service contracts & extended warranties

• Biomed support

• Local field service support

• In-service & user trainings

Competitor Products

Olympus / Mass Medical

• ChanIDry vertical storage cabinet for up to 9 scopes

• Design options starting from low entry-level (powder coated, small capacity)

• Air compressor optional (increases footprint)

• Removable bottom drip tray

• No heated drying

• Unergonomic handling (92” tall)

• No traceability / HMI

Medivators / Cantel

• Endodry horizontal storage cabinet for up to 8 scopes

• Requires medical grade compressed air connection

• No heated drying, 3 hours + dry time

• Full traceability

• Requires Medivators AER for compatibility

Steris Reliance Endoscope Drying and Storage Cabinet

• Vertical storage cabinet from 6 to 20 endoscopes

• Channel purging not included in 5000 series

• No heated drying, 3 hours + dry time

• Full traceability

• Unergonomic handling (92” tall)

• Requires various type of supports for different endoscopes

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