Dear customers, cooperation partners and suppliers,

Traceability and identification are very important words for central sterilization service departments at hospitals. That is why our German cooperation partner MMM has developed a system called EcoData for identification of medical instruments and components to ensure the supply of complete and correctly assembled sets from the CSSD to the operating room.

How does it work?

Hospitals use a wide range of instruments and components which today presents a major organisational challenge for the personnel in the CSSDs. Handling the instruments, conducting process control and ensuring full traceability  require a reliable system to enable stock control and management. By using EcoData each instrument receives a unique number to be able to track it. The clear identification allows the traceability of each item through the whole process chain and through the reliable allocation of process data and it facilitates the indication of lifetime and frequency of repairs.

Endurance and labels

During the cleaning process, instruments are exposed to harsh conditions. The intensity of the cleaning agents and the frequent repetition of the processes place maximum demands on the durability of the identification. Sterile processing consists of several cleaning and disinfection stages which include acid and alkaline baths and ultrasound as well as exposure to temperatures of 134 °C and high pressure variations during sterilization. 

EcoData uses Structobond® which has been especially developed for these difficult conditions. The sealed surface provides long-lasting readability and durability. Structobond® labels cannot be removed and are permanently attached to the supporting material. Easy handling and permanent readability offer clear advantages over traditional methods such as mechanical or laser engraving. 

Exclusively by A&H Medical

The new EcoData with Structobond® labels has passed all tests successfully and has proven its durability in more than 1.500 reprocessing cycles. EcoData is available in Danmark and Sweden exclusively by A&H Medical. Please contact us at +45 3929 6333 for further information.