Wirsam’s laboratory testing equipment for COVID-19

Wirsam Scientific has a range of laboratory testing equipment to support your industry in response to COVID-19 including PPE, air permeability testers, sanitiser testing, Miele washers, dryers and labwashers.

PPE

Wirsam now supplies PPE and tools against Covid-19. The range includes reusable and disposable PPE for your laboratory and office requirements. From gloves, masks, isolation shields, surgical gowns and aprons, to handheld thermometers.

There is also a choice of hands-free equipment to equip your space against COVID-19. This includes foot-controlled sanitiser dispensers, hands-free door openers, personal hooks, and footoperated water valves.

Air permeability (face mask) tester by Labthink

By testing the performance of the textiles, manufacturers can make sure that their textiles live up to the high expectations on the market and that they are strong and flexible enough to do the job that they were designed for. The most common test types of textiles, fabrics, cloths, as well as some fibres, and include tear resistance, compressive strength, tensile strength, puncture resistance, as well as air permeability, thickness, coefficient of friction, etc. The TQD-G1 Air Permeability Tester and fixture is used to determine if the breath complete diagnostic solution to aid South Africa in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The range distributed includes premium quality RT-PCR, Antibody Rapid test kits and automated antibody diagnostic tests for use in diagnosing potentially positive COVID-19 patients. pressure/airflow rate of a face mask is suitable for use, conforming to ASTM F2100-19, MIL-M-36954C, EN14683-2019, CFR Part 84.180.

Raman microscopy featuring EDF and HSI from CytoViva for virology applications

Enhanced darkfield hyperspectral microscopy is used in an extensive range of microbiology and virology related applications.

This can include the detection of these pathogens in blood, saliva, or other complex environments. Additionally, CytoViva technology can be used to FDA / WHO Approved 3-Gene Multiplex RT-PCR Diagnostic Test

Labotec, in collaboration with Liferiver, are distributing a 3-gene multiplex RT-PCR diagnostic test which is both FDA approved and officially backed by the World Health Organization (WHO). These RT-PCR tests use RNA isolated from sputum, swabs or whole blood to determine the level of activity of the observe nanoparticle – pathogen interactions, where the nanomaterial is utilised for its anti-microbial properties or other applications.

Sanitiser testing equipment

Anton Paar’s density meters and refractometers can be used instead of the titration method, which can be tedious at times, to get a final concentration. This equipment is essential to the disinfectant industry with their current need for concentrated ethanol v/v%, IPA v/v%, hydrogen peroxide v/v%, and glycerol v/v% concentrations. There are various units that are capable of this analysis, ranging from portable (field units) to 6 decimal place, temperature-controlled benchtop units.

Miele professional machines

The Miele washing machines and tumble dryers are specifically designed, built, and tested to meet the highest hygiene requirements. Proper and professional reprocessing of laundry, crockery, and medical equipment can help curb the spread of the virus and slow down the area of infection. By following the instructions set out by Miele, you can also be sure of deactivating and killing viruses and bacteria. Sterilisation of laundry, especially where health professionals meet the public for hospitals, schools, retirement homes, restaurants and laboratories will all benefit from the Miele Professional Machines. The Miele washer disinfectors can also be used in reprocessing singleuse protective equipment in the light of current exceptional circumstances. Protective equipment such as FFP2/ FFP3 masks, half-masks, protective goggles, and visors that are thermally resistant can be reprocessed in Miele washer-disinfectors. Hygienic reprocessing of hand disinfectant bottles can be achieved using Miele washer-disinfectors.

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