Hospitals face the challenge of balancing various demands, with hygiene being of utmost importance. This is particularly crucial when it comes to sanitizing patient linens, as efficient washing systems play a critical role in preventing the transmission of infectious diseases, bacteria, and other pathogens within a hospital. The laundry process plays a vital role in ensuring a clean, comfortable, and sanitary environment for patients.
However, managing an on-site hospital laundry facility presents its own set of issues, including:
Health and Safety:
Hospital laundry systems are subject to numerous laws and regulations regarding contamination control, lifting and ergonomics, noise, and heat levels, as well as fire and fall hazards
High Costs:
Although some studies suggest that on-site laundry can save hospitals 30-60% compared to outsourcing, older laundry systems can be expensive to operate and maintain.
Inefficient Processes:
It is crucial to have clean linens readily available when needed, but developing an efficient process takes time and effort.
Understaffing:
Having an adequate number of trained personnel on-site to handle required tasks and meet fluctuating demands is essential for maintaining efficient hospital laundry systems.
Features of an efficient laundry system
When designing and managing an efficient hospital laundry system, all of these factors must be taken into consideration. By modernizing commercial laundry equipment, hospitals can address these challenges and comply with regulations while enjoying additional benefits such as reduced utility costs, increased productivity, and improved safety and well-being of staff.
1. Sanitizing Rinse:
Henson Laundry’s professional washers offer a sanitizing rinse option. This allows staff to sanitize the washing drum between each cycle, preventing cross-contamination between loads
2. High Spin 1100 rpm with 360 G Force:
The high spin of 1100 rpm and 360 G-force extraction in the washer result in faster drying times and reduced gas consumption. Soft-mount technology facilitates easy installation, enabling hospital laundry facilities to achieve faster throughput, more clean linens, and lower gas expenses.
3. Automatic Water Savings and Smart Dosing:
Automatic Water Savings (AWS) technology helps conserve up to 50% of water usage. By accurately estimating the weight of each load, it adds just the right amount of water for optimal results. Smart Dosing automatically calculates the precise amount of detergent required, delivering measurable benefits in terms of efficiency, cost savings, and cleanliness.
4. Adjustable Parameters and Increased Usability:
Henson Laundry’s machines have innovative microprocessor features with a large display and a robust knob for easy program selection. With support for over 20 languages, your employees can easily adjust parameters such as water levels, temperatures, and drum action to reduce expenses and meet the specific needs of your facility.
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Conclusion
Modernizing a professional hospital laundry system offers numerous advantages, including enhanced operational efficiency, cost savings, improved patient and employee health and well-being, and overall satisfaction. Henson Laundry provides the expertise and experience necessary to help you transform your laundry facilities and gain a competitive edge.
