Sterile Processing Leader

Today’s busy sterile processing department is challenged with meeting the increased demand for quick turnaround of processed items without compromising adherence to standards, guidelines and recommended practices. You and your department demand speed, accuracy, credibility and efficiency in all phases of the sterilization process. 3M stands ready to put our leadership, sterilization products, services and educational tools to work for you.

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I need fast, accurate sterilization monitoring.

Sterile Processing Leader in the central sterile monitoring department

Health care professionals worldwide have come to trust 3M’s sterilization monitoring solutions to help them monitor all stages of the sterilization process, from load and pack monitoring, to equipment and exposure control. With a comprehensive portfolio, CE-credited educational services, and training resources, 3M sets today's standard for sterilization monitoring,

Load Control | Pack Control

Equipment Control | Exposure Control

I need low temperature sterilization solutions.

Sterile Processing Leader loading instruments into a low-temperature sterilizer

Because they offer so many places for microorganisms to hide, heat- and moisture-sensitive medical devices are inherently difficult to clean and sterilize. 3M™ Steri-Vac™ systems set today’s standard in low temperature sterilization, allowing you to provide every patient with a wrapped, terminally sterilized device.

3M™ Steri-Vac™ Ethylene Oxide Sterilization Systems

I need sterilization education for my technicians.

Sterile Processing technician learning about infection prevention protocol

Certification is an important step toward demonstrating the commitment your facility has to provide the best possible care for patients. 3M can help your facility stay on top of standards and recommended practices with 3M™ Sterile U – one of the most comprehensive and objective CE programs on sterilization practices anywhere.

3M™ Sterile U

I need to provide the highest standard of care.

Surgeon providing care for infant in sterile environment

Your healthcare facility invests considerable resources in making sure every patient receives a consistent, high level of care. Now you can apply that same standard to sterile processing. With Every Load Monitoring, instead of using a biological indicator daily to monitor steam sterilization loads, you can use one in every load to help reduce the risk of HAIs.

3M™ Attest™ Rapid Readout Biological Indicators

Every Load Monitoring

I need eco-friendly sterilization solutions.

Sterile Processing Leader using eco friendly sterilization solutions

As concerns about the long-term health effects of lead and other toxic metals continue to grow, standardizing on lead-free products makes good sense. It can help simplify operations, avoid the risk of penalties for non-compliance, and enhance your reputation for quality care couple with good environmental stewardship.

3M™ Comply™ Lead Free Indicator Tape

3M™ Comply™ Bowie Dick Test Packs – Lead Free

Central Sterilization Standards & Best Practice

To learn more about guidelines and standards related to infection prevention, please contact any of the following organizations:

Take the Next Step

Learn more about our effective solutions designed to address your needs. If you’d like help developing the right prevention protocol for your organization, contact your local 3M representative, or call the 3M Health Care Customer Support line at 800.228.3957.