Description
Steam sterilizers (sometimes referred to as steam autoclaves, or just autoclaves) are an essential part of the decontamination and sterilization process in research and healthcare facilities. These devices are used to sterilize equipment and supplies by subjecting them to high pressure saturated steam at elevated temperatures for a time that depends on the size of the load and the contents. Autoclaves are available from small bench top devices that are meant for small scale research to floor loaded, room sized machines designed for large hospitals and research centers.