Question 1

Can the Stopper be reused?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The Stopper “Reposable” which means it is designed to be used a limited number of times before disposal.  It can be reused a number of times on the top of trays that have no weight load.

Question 2

What is the cost to reprocess a tray due to a rip or tear in the sterilization wrap?

Accepted Answer

Customers tell us that it cost $100 to $500 to reprocess a tray.  This includes labor costs
and the cost of any disposable products/devices in the tray.

Question 3

Are there validation studies on the Stopper?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Stopper has been validated for Steam and Sterrad Sterilization.

Question 4

Is the Stopper free of latex and other harmful chemicals?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 7100 and 6100, STOPPER Edge Protectors, product number 5988 are LATEX FREE and are not made with any Natural Rubber Latex. The material our STOPPER products are made does not contain any known source of LATEX, natural rubber, Phthalates, Hormones, Asbestos, Polychlorinated Biphenlys, Bisphenol  A (BSA), Bis ( 2- ethylhexyl ) phthalate (DEHP), Polybrominated  diphenylether / biphenyls, radioactive compounds, Azo Dyes or TNPP (Trisnonylphosphite ), ( 26523-78-4).

Question 5

What is the ‘shelf life’ of the Stopper?

Accepted Answer

The shelf life of the Stopper is normally anticipated to be 5 years from the date of manufacture when the product is stored in an area that is clean, dry and at temperatures in the 60-80ºF rangeand relative humidity levels at <85%.

Product that is exposed to airflow, sunlight, or chemical agents may degrade more quickly, so it  is recommended that product packaging be kept intact to limit such exposure.  Product that has been stored for more than 5 years and product that has not been stored according to the foregoing specifications should be retested before use to see if it still meets our sales specifications.

FAQ For The Stopper

Ensuring the integrity of sterilization wraps

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