Barrier Washer Extractors

Studies show that linen is a major factor for the transfer of infections and superbugs

• 10 to 15% of hospital-acquired infections (leading to an average extra 4-5 days in hospital, and in extreme cases, the death of the patient) are due to unsatisfactory linen hygiene.
• The elderly and children are more at risk to infection due to their less efficient immune systems.
• Operators must have total care management of the laundry to maintain a high level of hygiene in their global production, so ensuring that product is free of certain bacteria (ie: Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella, Listeria, etc…).
• COVID-19 is bringing new levels of awareness to the fact that good laundry hygiene is no longer the preserve of healthcare environments only.

As experts in healthcare laundry solutions, Primus offers a uniquely comprehensive and innovative range of hygienic barrier washers to simplify and optimise the setting up of your laundry. All our machines are designed with the highest quality components to ensure a long lifespan and optimised capacity in minimised space.

Primus machines are a beacon of efficiency and outstanding hygiene to ensure user satisfaction. The patented technology developed by Primus, specifically for the healthcare industry, provides exquisite performance while being user-friendly, and facilitating easy control, monitoring and analysis.

When adopting the Primus Hygienic Solution, the operation of your laundry conforms with best global and local hygienic practices:

• Respect RABC for “walk forward” principles for best laundry process.
• Physical wall separates the laundry in two parts: soiled area and clean area.
• No risk of contact or crossing between soiled and clean linen.
• As an option, separate atmosphere pressures can be created between clean and soiled areas to prevent airborne re-contamination.
• Specific “hygienic” programs for decontamination of laundry.
• Offers the best protection against the spreading of infections.
• Guarantees your investment in the future by anticipating the next regulations.
• Secure traceability through Trace-Tech, Primus laundry management system.
• Compliant with local standards including SANS 10146.

Features

• • Freestanding, high spin
  • Complete stainless steel cabinet
  • Xcontrol Plus – Fully programmable
  • Stainless steel drum and tub
  • Large drain valve (Ø 76 mm)
  • Easy access to all parts
  • Large door opening for easy loading & unloading
  • Automatic Door positioning
  • Easy Soap – liquid soaps connection
  • External lubrication system
  • Patented inner door lock

Primus Hygienic Barrier Washers System provides a total solution.

COLLECTING AND SORTING
The presorting of the laundry is completed by the collector staff and the different wash loads separated in wash types, by staff wearing mask, special workwear and using gloves for protection.

TROLLEY STORAGE

Shortest storage time should be applied up to a maximum of 48 hours. Trolleys have to be cleaned before each use. Specific room with lower air pressure, washing station and floor U-bend should be used.

WASHING
Wash loads of the same type are processed together to avoid handling of the soiled or clean laundry. The Primus Trace-tech® system controls: Temperature, Mechanical action, Time, Water level and Chemicals and thus ensure the optimal wash quality.

FINISHING
Handling of the clean laundry is completed by staff who have used best handling process with minimum contact to avoid the contamination of the laundry.

CLEAN LINEN STORAGE
Store directly after processing – cover with plastic film / in closed cabinets
– clean room and trolleys regularly
– respect separation flows between clean and soiled linen.